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14 Jun 2023 17:23

Q5. Consider the following regarding the Antardrishti dashboard.
1. It provides the necessary knowledge to evaluate and track the development of financial inclusion by recording relevant data.
2. It is based on three dimensions of financial inclusion -- 'Access', 'Usage' and 'Equality.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

14 Jun 2023 17:21

Q3. Who released the State Food Safety Index?
A) Food Safety and Standards Authority of India.
B) NITI Aayog
C) Reserve Bank of India
D) Respective state governments

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

14 Jun 2023 17:19

Q1. With reference to the National Mission on Advanced and High-Impact Research, consider the following statements:
1. It is a joint initiative of the Ministry of Education and Ministry of Science and Technology.
2. It aims to improve 9th to 12th students' interest in the field of Quantum technology.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

14 Jun 2023 05:30

MAINS PRACTICE QUESTION:
Will a uniform civil code help address the problem of gender inequality in India? Discuss the judicial efforts towards UCC in India. (250 words)

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13 Jun 2023 14:31

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13 Jun 2023 03:15

Q5. With reference to the Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Jan Aushadhi Kendras, consider the following statements:
1. Jan Aushadhi Kendra is set up under Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana, which was launched by the Department of Pharmaceuticals, Ministry of Health in November 2008.
2. They provide only generic drugs, and not sell allied medical products commonly sold in chemist shops.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
[A] 1 only
[B] 2 only
[C] Both 1 and 2
[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

13 Jun 2023 03:13

Q3. With reference to the Securities Appellate Tribunal, consider the following statements:
1. It is a constitutional body established under the article 323A.
2. It hears and disposes of appeals against orders passed by the Securities and Exchange Board of India, the Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) and the Insurance Regulatory Development Authority of India (IRDAI).
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
[A] 1 only
[B] 2 only
[C] Both 1 and 2
[D] Neither 1 nor 2

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13 Jun 2023 03:11

Q1. Consider the following statements regarding Nyaya-Vikas:
1. It has been developed with technical assistance from IIT Madras.
2. Under this scheme central assistance is provided to the State Government / UT Administrations for the construction of court halls and residential units.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
[A] 1 only
[B] 2 only
[C] Both 1 and 2
[D] Neither 1 nor 2

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12 Jun 2023 14:31

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11 Jun 2023 18:52

Focus: MANAS and Addressing Mental Health Challenges

Ref ;1.5 lakh queries in 8 months, most callers to Govt mental health helpline aged between 18 and 45 ; The Indian Express 11 June 2023


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11 Jun 2023 18:43

Q4. Consider the following regarding the Sugamya Bharat Abhiyan
1. It aims at enhancing accessibility, creating awareness and sensitization for the creation of a universal barrier-free environment for the disabled.
2. Education is one of the 3 pillars of the programme.
3. Sugamya Bharat Abhiyan is the nationwide flagship campaign of Ministry of Women and child development
Which of the statements given above is/are incorrect?
A. 1 Only
B. 3 Only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 2 and 3 only

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

11 Jun 2023 18:40

Q2. Consider the following regarding the Kudumbashree Mission
1. It is the world’s largest land titling and slum upgrading program of Odisha.
2. The mission was launched with the support of the Government of India and NABARD
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

31 May 2023 04:50

Q5. Consider the following regarding the National e-Vidhan Application (NeVA)
1. NeVA system has been developed to make all work and data related to legislative bodies available online for use of both citizens and members of Assemblies.
2. e-Vidhan is re-designated as NeVA.
3. The Ministry of Home Affairs is the Nodal Ministry for rolling out NeVA.
Which of the above statements are correct?
A. 1 & 2 only
B. 2 & 3 only
C. 1 & 3 only
D. 1, 2 & 3

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

31 May 2023 04:40

Q3. Consider the following about eSanjeevani
1. The e-Sanjeevani is a flagship telemedicine platform of the Government, developed by the Centre for Development of Advance Computing (C-DAC).
2. eSanjeevani is a cohesive part of Ayushman Bharat Digital Health Mission (ABDHM)
Select the correct one.
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both
D. None

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

31 May 2023 04:30

Q1. The World Inequality Report 2022 is released by
A. UNESCO
B. World Inequality Lab
C. International Labour Council
D. ECOSOC

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

14 Jun 2023 17:22

Q4. Consider the following statement, with respect to Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM)
1. It includes members from both ISRO and NITI Aayog.
2. The commission is headed by the Union Minister of Environment, Forest and Climate Change.
Which of the statements given above is/are incorrect?
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

14 Jun 2023 17:20

Q2. Consider the following statements, with respect to Commission for Railway safety
1. The Commission of Railway Safety (CRS) is responsible for ensuring the safety of rail travel and operations in India, as per the Railways Act, 1989.
2. Its head office is in the North-East Railway Compound in Agartala.
3. The CRS reports to the railway minister.
Select the incorrect answer using the code given below.
a) 1 & 2 only
b) 2 & 3 only
c) 1 & 3 only
d) 1, 2 & 3

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14 Jun 2023 14:31

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13 Jun 2023 17:30

Focus : Malnutrition among adolescent Girls : An Analysis

Ref ; Amplify the subject of adolescent girl nutrition ; The Hindu Dt 12 June 2023

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13 Jun 2023 05:30

MAINS PRACTICE QUESTION:
The Self Help Groups (SHGs) have become the voice for the marginalised sections of the country despite the challenges. In this context discuss the government's steps to improve their conditions. (250 words)

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13 Jun 2023 03:14

Q4. Consider the following regarding the Hindu Succession Act, 1956
1. The Daya Bhaga school of Hindu law codified as the Hindu Succession Act, 1956 governed succession and inheritance of property.
2. It applies to everyone who is not a Muslim, Christian, Parsi or Jew by religion.
3. It recognised both males and females as legal heirs.
Select the incorrect answer using the code given below.
a) 1 and 3 only
b) 2 & 3 only
c) 1 & 2 only
d) 1, 2 and 3

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13 Jun 2023 03:12

Q2. Consider the following statements with respect to University Grants Commission Act, 1956
1. It empowers the State government to declare any institution other than a university to a status of Institution deemed to be University.
2. It works for monitoring developments in the field of collegiate and university education; disbursing grants to the universities and colleges.
Which of the statements given above is/are incorrect?
[A] 1 only
[B] 2 only
[C] Both 1 and 2
[D] Neither 1 nor 2

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12 Jun 2023 19:15

Focus : Child Labour and Social Justice ; An Analysis

Ref : Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah bats against child labour, asks people to report those forcing kids to work; The Indian Express Dt 12 June 2023

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12 Jun 2023 05:31

MAINS PRACTICE QUESTION:
What is preventive detention? For decades so many questions have been asked on its legality due to extreme use of it. Critically examine the need of the law. (250 words)

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

11 Jun 2023 18:45

Q5. Consider the following regarding the Purple Revolution
1. The Purple Revolution was launched by the Union Ministry of Science & Technology.
2. It aims to improve the female physical and genital hygiene throughout the country.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

11 Jun 2023 18:41

Q3. With reference to the District Legal Services Authority, consider the following statements:
1. It is a constitutional body organised at the district level to provide effective monitoring of legal aid programmes and their composition.
2. It shall also consist of a number of other members who have the experience and qualifications as prescribed by the state legislature.
3. They are headed by the District Judge who acts as Chairman of the authority.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 Only
B. 3 Only
C. 1 and 2 only
D. 2 and 3 only

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

31 May 2023 05:30

DAILY MAINS PRACTICE QUESTION
Groundwater development issues are of increasing relevance for policy development due to the alarming rate at which the it has undergoing depletion. What are the reasons for this increasing exploitation of groundwater? Suggest some policy measures for tackling the crisis.

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

31 May 2023 04:45

Q4. Consider the following regarding the Poverty estimation
1. Poverty estimation in India is now carried out by NITI Aayog’s task force through the calculation of poverty line based on the data captured by the National Sample Survey Office.
2. The Rangarajan Committee recommended the Mixed Reference Period
Select the incorrect one.
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both
D. None

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31 May 2023 04:35

Q2. Consider the following regarding Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY)
1. The PMMSY is an umbrella scheme with two separate Components namely (a) Central Sector Scheme (CS) and (b) Centrally Sponsored Scheme (CSS).
2. It aims to improve Infrastructure and Post-harvest Management
Among which is correct answer?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both
D. None

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30 May 2023 18:30

Focus : Parliamentary Functions; An Analysis

Ref : PM Modi inaugurates new Parliament building ;The Hindu 28 May 2023

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