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Q.21 Hard General Studies I

The architectural style of the Kailasa Temple at Ellora represents which period's artistic excellence?

AEarly Chalukya period

BRashtrakuta Dynasty (8th-10th century)

CYadava Dynasty

DBahmani Sultanate

Correct Answer: B. Rashtrakuta Dynasty (8th-10th century)

Explanation:

The Kailasa Temple at Ellora, carved from a single rock, represents the architectural and artistic pinnacle of the Rashtrakuta Dynasty and is one of India's most remarkable monolithic structures.

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Q.22 Hard General Studies I

Considering the administrative reforms in Maharashtra post-independence, which of the following best describes the transition from the Peshwa's feudal administrative system to the modern democratic governance structure?

ADirect replacement of feudal authority with village-level democracy through Gram Panchayats

BGradual integration of traditional power structures with constitutional frameworks, establishing democratic institutions at multiple levels

CComplete elimination of regional administrative practices without incorporating local governance models

DMaintenance of princely state systems parallel to the constitutional framework

Correct Answer: B. Gradual integration of traditional power structures with constitutional frameworks, establishing democratic institutions at multiple levels

Explanation:

Maharashtra's administrative transition involved careful integration of traditional governance concepts with constitutional democracy, establishing three-tier systems while respecting regional administrative heritage.

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