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Q4. Consider the following statements regarding ‘Surakshit Hum Surakshit Tum Abhiyan’
1. It aims to improve the performance of safe professional deliveries of babies under Aspirational Districts Collaborative.
2. Niti Aayog launched the Surakshit Hum Surakshit Tum Abhiyaan, in association with Piramal Foundation.
Select the correct answer using the code below.
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. None
Q2. With respect to the Curative Petition consider the following
1. A curative petition may be filed after a review plea against the final conviction is dismissed within 15 days.
2. It aims to avoid miscarriage of justice and to prevent abuse of process.
3. There is no provision of amicus curiae (Friend of the court).
Select the correct information
A. Only 2
B. Only 1 and 3
C. Only 2 and 3
D. All of the above
DAILY MAINS PRACTICE QUESTION
Discuss the role and responsibilities of the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights and assess the safeguards provided by NCPCR for the children in society.
Q4. Consider the following regarding the Formulation of the Budget
1. According to Article 112 of the Indian Constitution, the Union Budget of a year is referred to as the Budget of the Republic of India.
2. The Budget Division of Department of financial services is the nodal body responsible for preparing the Budget.
Select the correct information
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both
D. None
Q2. Consider the following regarding the National Vector Borne Diseases Control Programme
1. It is an umbrella programme that deals with the following diseases - Malaria, Dengue, Filaria, Japanese Encephalitis and Kala-azar.
2. This programme is administered by the Department of Health Sciences.
Select the correct information.
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both
D. None
APPROACH TO MAINS QUESTION
In intro, Give arguments in support of decline in the efficacy of Parliament.
In Body, Discuss the possible reasons of impaired parliamentary functioning and Suggest ways to improve the efficiency of the parliament.
Conclude with relevance of debate, deliberation and dialogue in a democracy.
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Q4. Consider the following regarding the BIND Scheme
1. Ministry of Information and Technology regarding the Central Sector Scheme “Broadcasting Infrastructure and Network Development” (BIND) Scheme.
2. It is a scheme for providing financial support to Prasar Bharati for expenses related to expansion and upgradation of its broadcasting infrastructure, content development and civil work related to the organisation.
Select the correct information
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both
D. None
Q2. Consider the following regarding the Lieutenant-Governor (L-G) of Delhi
1. Article 239AB notes that L-G has to either act on the aid and advice of the Council of Ministers.
2. Article 239AA, empowers the L-G to refer a difference of opinion on ‘any matter’ with the Council of Ministers to the President.
Select the incorrect information
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both
D. None
APPROACH FOR MAINS QUESTION
Introduction: Highlight the idea and intent behind ‘separation of powers’.
Body: Compare the relative roles of the three branches and how they support and check each other’s transgressions. Highlight instances where the ‘executive’ has undermined legislature and judiciary. Also highlight legislative and judicial activism to balance the stand.
Conclude: Taking a balanced view of the three wings conclude suitably.
APPROACH FOR MAINS QUESTION
Introduction: Write about Opposition Party and what they do.
In Body: Enumerate the Role of Opposition briefly and Detail the measures to Strengthen it.
Conclude as per context.
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Q5. "Hattee community” was seen in the news recently. This community is found in –:
A. Jharkhand
B. Odisha
C. Karnataka
D. Himachal Pradesh
Q3. Consider the following regarding the SPRINT Scheme
1. It aims to improve the quality of the tiger corridor.
2. The project is being implemented only by the NIIO and Technology Development Acceleration Cell (TDAC).
Select the correct information.
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both
D. None
Q1. Consider the following statements regarding the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR):
1. It is under the administrative control of the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment.
2. It functions as the nodal body for the adoption of Indian children.
Select the correct information
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both
D. None
Q3. Consider the following statements with reference to Collegium System
1. Article 142 of the Constitution provides for the establishment of the Collegium system.
2. The Government cannot return the recommendations of the Collegium for reconsideration.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both
D. None
Q1. Consider the following statement about the Citizenship Amendment Act 2019
1. The Amendment allowed members of six communities Hindus, Sikhs, Buddhists, Jains, Parsis, and Christians from Pakistan, Bangladesh only to stay in India.
2. The amendment reduces the naturalisation period from 11 to 5 years.
Select the correct information
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both
D. None
Q5. Consider the following statements regarding the Review Petition in the Supreme court.
1. Article 162 of the Indian constitution provides the legal basis for filing a review petition in the Supreme Court of India.
2. As per Supreme Court Rules, 2013, A review petition must be filed within 30 days of pronouncement of the judgement.
Which of the statements given above is correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both
D. None
Q3. Consider the following about the Composition of NITI Aayog
1. NITI Aayog Chief Executive Officer is to be appointed by the Prime-Minister.
2. Its Governing Council includes the Chief Ministers of all states only and not the Lt. Governors of Union Territories.
Select the correct information
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both
D. None
Q1. Which of the following is correct about the Swachhta Abhiyan App?
A. The app enables a citizen to post a civic-related issue like garbage dump, public toilets not cleaned etc. It is then forwarded to the city corporation concerned.
B. It aims to improve the condition of the aspirational districts of India.
C. It has been developed to identify and geotag the data of insanitary latrines and manual scavengers.
D. It tries to incorporate more IT technicians in the police departments for better crack down on internet frauds.
DAILY MAINS PRACTICE QUESTION
It has been argued that over the years there has been a steady decline in the efficacy of Parliament as an institution of accountability. Analyse and also suggest appropriate measures to address the relevant concerns. (250 words)
Q5. Concerning the amicus curiae, consider the following statements:
1. An amicus curiae is not a party to a case that assists a court by offering information, expertise, or insight that has a bearing on the case's issues.
2. An amicus curiae literally translates to “friend of the court”.
3. The amicus curiae figure originates in Roman law.
Select the correct information
A. 1,2 only
B. 2,3 only
C. All of the above
D. None of the above
Q3. Consider the following regarding the Doctrine of Separation of Powers
1. Articles 122 & 212 states that the judicial conduct of a judge of the Supreme Court and the High Courts cannot be discussed in Parliament and the state legislature.
2. Articles 121 & 211 states the validity of proceedings in Parliament and the legislatures cannot be called into question in any Court.
Select the correct information
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both
D. None
Q1. Regarding the Yogyakarta principle, which of the following is correct?
A. It aims that foreign and non-domestic arbitral awards should not be discriminated against by courts asked to enforce them.
B. It aims to control all sources of marine pollution and prevent pollution of the sea through regulation of dumping into the sea of waste materials.
C. It is the standard of international human rights law to address the abuse of human rights of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) people.
D. None of the above.
DAILY MAINS PRACTICE QUESTION
Examine the relative roles of the legislature, executive and judiciary in the functioning of parliamentary system of government. Is it true that the Executive is exercising more and more control over the recent years? (250 words)
DAILY MAINS PRACTICE QUESTION
Any democracy needs a thriving and coherent opposition. How can the role of the opposition be made more effective for the better functioning of democracy? (250 words)
APPROACH FOR MAINS QUESTION
Introduce with a short note on the doctrine of separation of powers.
In body, Highlight why some parliamentary control over the government and administration is important and Discuss the various modes through which the Indian parliament exercises control over the executive.
Finally, Mention some reasons behind the ineffectiveness of the same.
Q4. Consider the following about the Status of Scheduled Tribes in India
1. The Constitution properly defines the criteria for recognition of Scheduled Tribes.
2. The fifth Schedule deals with the administration of the tribal areas in Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura and Mizoram.
Select the correct statement
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both
D. None
Q2. Consider the following statements about Bureau of Energy Efficiency:
1. Under the provisions of the Energy Conservation Act, 2001, the Government of India established the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE).
2. The Bureau of Energy Efficiency labelling programmes are designed to reduce energy consumption of appliances while maintaining the services they provide to consumers.
Select the correct statement
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both
D. None
DAILY MAINS PRACTICE QUESTION
The parliamentary control over government and administration in India is more theoretical than practical. Discuss. (250 words)