Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

23 Jun 2024 18:28

Focus : The Spirit of Constitution and Its Morality : An Analysis

Ref : Constitutional respect should not be reduced to optics ; The Hindu Dt 18 June 2024

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22 Jun 2024 03:30

Focus : National Monetisation Pipeline - An Analysis

Ref : Govt monetises ₹1.56 lakh crore assets in FY24, falls short of ₹1.8 lakh crore target ; The Hindu 20 June 2024

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21 Jun 2024 20:09

4. Consider the following statements on ASEAN:
1. The ASEAN Future Forum has been held since 2015.
2. The first ASEAN India Maritime Exercise (AIME-2023) was held on 2023.

Which of the above given statement is/are correct?

a. 1 only
b. 2 only
c. Both 1 and 2
d. Neither 1 nor 2

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

21 Jun 2024 20:08

2. Consider the following statements on RPwD [Rights of Persons with Disabilities] Act:
1. This act provides for the appointment of state commissioners tasked with identifying concerns of disabled persons and taking corrective actions to ensure their rights are not denied.
2. This act provides for the establishment of special courts for differently abled people.

Which of the above given statement is/are correct?

a. 1 only
b. 2 only
c. Both 1 and 2
d. Neither 1 nor 2

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

21 Jun 2024 18:00

MAINS MODEL Q&A:

Despite drawing inspiration from various global constitutions, the framers of our constitution implemented substantial innovations tailored to our nation’s needs. Elaborate on these unique features. (250 words).

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Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

20 Jun 2024 20:34

4. Consider the following statements on International Labour Organization (ILO):
1. The only tripartite U.N. agency, since 1919 the ILO brings together governments, employers and workers of 187 Member States.
2. In 2024, the Conference on international labour standards was hosted by India.

Which of the above given statement is/are correct?

a. 1 only
b. 2 only
c. Both 1 and 2
d. Neither 1 nor 2

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

20 Jun 2024 20:33

2. Consider the following statements:
1. The Medical Termination of Pregnancy Act allows termination up to 24 weeks.
2. Article 132 empowers the Supreme Court to pass any decree or order necessary for doing complete justice.

Which of the above given statement is/are correct?

a. 1 only
b. 2 only
c. Both 1 and 2
d. Neither 1 nor 2

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

20 Jun 2024 19:15

Focus : Legalisation of Same Sex Marriages in Asian Countries : An Analysis

Ref : Thailand to become third Asian country to legalise same-sex marriage: All you need to know ; The Indian Express 19 June 2024.

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19 Jun 2024 03:30

Focus : Global Gender Gap Report - An Analysis

Ref : Two steps back: on India and the Global Gender Gap report 2024 ; The Hindu Dt 17 June 2024.

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Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

18 Jun 2024 20:18

4. Which among the head of the following commission is/are the ex-officio member of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC)?

1. National commission on Women
2. National Commission for Protection of Child Rights
3. National Commission for Scheduled Castes
4. National Backward classes Commission
5. National Minorities Commission

a. 1, 2 and 3 only
b. 1, 2, 3 and 4 only
c. 2, 3, 4 and 5
d. 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

18 Jun 2024 20:17

2. Which of the following best describes the Pink hydrogen?

a. Hydrogen from Nuclear energy
b. Hydrogen from Coal
c. Hydrogen from Natural gas
d. Hydrogen from Water

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

17 Jun 2024 20:45

5. Which of the following best describes "DURGA 2"?
a. Direct Energy Weapon
b. Subsonic missile system
c. Supersonic missile system
d. Undersea submarine

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

17 Jun 2024 20:44

3. Consider the following statements:
1. Green accounting is a concept that aims to quantify and value natural resources and ecosystem services in economic terms.
2. India could lose anywhere around 3% to 10% of its GDP annually by the year 2100 due to climate change.

Which of the above given statement is/are correct?

a. 1 only
b. 2 only
c. Both 1 and 2
d. Neither 1 nor 2 .

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

17 Jun 2024 20:43

1. Consider the following statements on Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI):
1. It is a statutory body established under the provisions of IRDA act, 1999.
2. It is committed to enable 'Insurance for All' by 2030.

Which of the above given statement is/are correct?

a. 1 only
b. 2 only
c. Both 1 and 2
d. Neither 1 nor 2

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

15 Jun 2024 03:31

MAINS MODEL Q&A:

Given the increasing expectations placed on regulatory agencies to operate with fairness and transparency, how can they gain acceptance for their policies from a public that has not directly elected them? Discuss the importance of preventing regulatory capture and demonstrating accountability to their appointing authority (250 words).

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Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

23 Jun 2024 07:01

MAINS MODEL Q&A:

Given the rapid internationalisation of many dimensions of health and disruptive technologies reshaping health strategy, India needs to strengthen its health federalism. Elucidate (250 words).

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Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

21 Jun 2024 20:09

5. The Supreme Court has stayed the construction of four proposed dams inside Kalesar Wildlife Sanctuary located in which of the following state?

a. Haryana
b. Uttarakhand
c. Uttar Pradesh
d. West Bengal

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

21 Jun 2024 20:08

3. Consider the following statements:
1. Telecom Technology Development Fund (TTDF) aims to fund R&D in rural-specific communication technology applications.
2. Universal Service Obligation Fund (USOF) launched the Telecom Technology Development Fund (TTDF) Scheme.

Which of the above given statement is/are correct?

a. 1 only
b. 2 only
c. Both 1 and 2
d. Neither 1 nor 2 .

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

21 Jun 2024 20:06

1. Consider the following statements Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY):
1. PMMSY is implemented in all the States and Union Territories for a period of 10 years.
2. One of the objectives of PMMSY is to double fishers and fish farmers’ incomes.

Which of the above given statement is/are correct?

a. 1 only
b. 2 only
c. Both 1 and 2
d. Neither 1 nor 2 .

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

20 Jun 2024 20:35

5. Which of the following country is the India's largest trading partner?
a. United States of America
b. United Arab Emirates
c. China
d. Russia

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

20 Jun 2024 20:34

3. Consider the following statements on Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO):
1. It is a major constituent of the Department of Space (DOS) to which the Chairman, ISRO is the Secretary.
2. The Space Commission in India is Chaired by the Prime Minister.

Which of the above given statement is/are correct?

a. 1 only
b. 2 only
c. Both 1 and 2
d. Neither 1 nor 2 .

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

20 Jun 2024 20:33

1. Consider the following statements:
1. The 1972 United Nations Conference on the Human Environment in Stockholm, was the first-ever UN conference with the word “environment” in its title.
2. The UN Environment Programme (UNEP) is an outcome of the above mentioned UN conference.


Which of the above given statement is/are correct?

a. 1 only
b. 2 only
c. Both 1 and 2
d. Neither 1 nor 2 . 

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

19 Jun 2024 13:35

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Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

18 Jun 2024 20:19

5. Which one the following is not included in the triple planetary crisis?
a. Climate change
b. Nuclear Radiation
c. Pollution
d. Biodiversity loss

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

18 Jun 2024 20:18

3. Which of the following organisation releases the global financial stability report?

a. World Bank
b. International Monetary Fund
c. World Economic Forum
d. World Trade Organisation

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

18 Jun 2024 20:17

1. Consider the following statements on organ transplantation:
1. Transplantation of organs to a foreign nationals are prohibited in India.
2. All cases of organ transplants, whether from a living or deceased donor, will be allocated a unique National Organ and Tissue Transplant Organisation (NOTTO)-ID.

Which of the above given statement is/are correct?

a. 1 only
b. 2 only
c. Both 1 and 2
d. Neither 1 nor 2.

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

17 Jun 2024 20:44

4. Which of the following statement is/Correct:
1. India is a net exporter of pulses.
2. The domestic production of the pulses is constantly increasing for the last three years.


a. 1 only
b. 2 only
c. Both 1 and 2
d. Neither 1 nor 2 .

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

17 Jun 2024 20:43

2. Consider the following statements on BRAHMOS missile:
1. It is a supersonic ballistic missile that can be launched from land, air and sea.
2. For the first time India has exported BRAHMOS cruise attack missiles to Philippines.

Which of the above given statement is/are correct?

a. 1 only
b. 2 only
c. Both 1 and 2
d. Neither 1 nor 2

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

15 Jun 2024 09:27

MAINS MODEL Q&A:

Fundamental rights play a crucial role in upholding human dignity and integrity and contribute to societal development. Elucidate the ways in which the ambit of fundamental rights has broadened since India’s independence (250 words).

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Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

14 Jun 2024 20:12

MAINS PRACTICE QUESTION:

Given the increasing expectations placed on regulatory agencies to operate with fairness and transparency, how can they gain acceptance for their policies from a public that has not directly elected them? Discuss the importance of preventing regulatory capture and demonstrating accountability to their appointing authority (250 words).

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