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13 Nov 2023 16:04

Q4.Consider the following statements regarding Nutrient Based Subsidy Scheme:

1. It is a Centrally sponsored scheme , to encourage competition among fertilizer companies and to improve agricultural productivity.
2. It comes under Ministry of Agriculture and Farmer's Welfare.
3. Centre provides subsidy for Nitrogen, Phosphate, Potash, Urea, Sulphur.

How many above statements are INCORRECT ?

a) Only one
b) Only two
c) All three
d) None

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13 Nov 2023 16:02

Q2.Consider the following statements regarding UN convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD):

1. UNCCD is the only legally binding framework setup to address desertification and effects of drought.
2. Bonn challenge by UNCCD is the goal of restoring 150 million hectares of land by 2020 and
350 million hectares by 2030.
3. Desertification and land degradation atlas of India is published by UNCCD annually.

How many of the statements given above are correct?

a) Only one
b) Only two
c) All three
d) None

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13 Nov 2023 11:14

MAINS PRACTICE QUESTION:

Parties are central to electoral politics in the Indian parliamentary system. The primary focus of the campaign finance framework in India needs to be parties, not individual candidates. In this regard analyse the challenges in regulating political funding in India. (250 words).

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23 Oct 2023 19:10

Focus : Assam's Frontline Fight Against Child Marriage

Ref : Students’ body to Asha worker to school principal: On the frontlines of Assam’s fight against child marriage The Indian Express Dt 18 Oct 2023


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23 Oct 2023 07:46

MAINS PRACTICE QUESTION:

The Constitution has barred MP or MLA from holding an office of profit as it can put them in a position to gain a financial benefit. Despite such an overarching objective, there are still concerns surrounding the office of profit. Discuss and also suggest measures for its improvement (250 words).

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22 Oct 2023 14:31

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21 Oct 2023 23:17

Q5. Consider the following statements on Watermeal:
1. It is a rootless, stemless plant that floats on bodies of water.
2. It is the largest flowering plant in the world.

Choose the correct statement using the following code:

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

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21 Oct 2023 23:15

Q3. Consider the following statements on Ken-Betwa link project:
1. It is the first link project under National Perspective Plan.
2. Ken-Betwa will be in the form of a canal that will be fed by the new Daudhan Dam on the Ken, to be built within Panna Tiger Reserve.

Choose the correct statement using the following code:

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

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21 Oct 2023 23:13

Q1. The Chungthang dam which was washed away in a recent flood was located in which of the following state?

a. Bihar
b. West Bengal
c. Sikkim
d. Uttarakhand

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21 Oct 2023 15:18

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21 Oct 2023 04:22

Q5. Consider the following statements on Tokenization in Banking:
1. It is the process of replacing a card’s 16-digit number on the plastic card with a unique alternate card number or ‘Token’.
2. The credit/debit card users will be able to generate card tokens on their bank’s website or app.

Choose the correct statement using the following code:

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

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21 Oct 2023 04:21

Q3. Consider the following statements on the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP):

1. GRAP is an emergency response mechanism based on Air Quality Index level.
2. The GRAP is implemented by the Commission for Air Quality Management in NCR & Adjoining Areas (CAQM) headed by the Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate change.

Choose the correct statement using the following code:

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

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21 Oct 2023 04:19

Q1. Consider the following statements on UN Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (UNESCAP):
1. It is the only commission of the United Nations for a regional development.
2. It was founded in 1947 and has 53 members including India.

Choose the correct statement using the following code:

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

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20 Oct 2023 03:01

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19 Oct 2023 16:00

MAINS PRACTICE QUESTION:

The doctrine of colourable legislation emerges from the separation of power to prevent the legislature from exceeding its authority. The judiciary has interpreted this doctrine via its judgements to protect the federal nature of our country. Elucidate with case laws. (250 words).

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13 Nov 2023 16:03

Q3.International Migration outlook is released by

a) World Economic Forum
b) OECD
c) International organization for Migration
d) United Nations High Commission for Refugees.

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13 Nov 2023 16:01

Q1.Consider the following statments:

1. Semiconductors are materials which have conductivity between conductors at low temperatures
and insulators at high temperature.
2. All of the most advanced semiconductors are manufactured in United states of America and Japan.

Which of the statement 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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24 Oct 2023 05:30

MAINS PRACTICE QUESTION:

With increasing numbers, growing complexities and challenges in the functioning of regulatory bodies, ensuring its effectiveness assumes greater significance. Examine (250 words).

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23 Oct 2023 16:31

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23 Oct 2023 03:30

Focus : Anti Tobocco Warnings in OTT Platforms and Challenges

Ref :OTT services, govt. reach uneasy compromise on smoking warnings THE HINDU DT 20 OCT 2023


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22 Oct 2023 05:31

MAINS PRACTICE QUESTION:

Members of Parliament raise questions during Question Hour to hold the government accountable for its policies and actions. In this regard explain the procedure for asking the questions and how important is the exercise? (250 words).

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21 Oct 2023 23:16

Q4. Consider the following statements on Asiatic wild dog (Dholes):
1. This species is endemic to India, which inhabits forest habitats of south and southeast Asia.
2. The status of IUCN Red List of dholes was Endangered.

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

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21 Oct 2023 23:14

Q2. Consider the following statements on Goods and Services Tax Appellate Tribunal:
1. It is a statutory body established to expedite the process of adjudication and provide tax certainty specially in recurring litigative issues.
2. It is the forum of second appeal in GST laws and the first common forum of dispute resolution between Centre and States.

Choose the correct statement using the following code:

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

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21 Oct 2023 18:30

Focus : District Officers under POSH Act : Supreme Court Guidelines

Ref : SC directs Centre, states to immediately appoint district officers under POSH Act The Hindustan Times Dt 20 Oct 2023

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21 Oct 2023 04:30

MAINS PRACTICE QUESTION:

Elected village bodies must be accorded their proper place in the sun. Stronger bodies at the village level would only make for stronger states. In this context explain how technology can empower Indian citizens and re-energise local governance. (250 words).

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21 Oct 2023 04:21

Q4. Consider the following statements on endangered languages:
1. The Atlas of the World’s Languages in Danger was prepared by the UNESCO.
2. About 197 Indian languages are considered to be ‘endangered’.

Choose the correct statement using the following code:
a. 1 only
b. 2 only
c. Both 1 and 2
d. Neither 1 nor 2

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21 Oct 2023 04:20

Q2. Consider the following statements on Comprehensive Nuclear Test Ban Treaty:
1. It bans any nuclear weapon test explosion or any other nuclear explosion anywhere in the world.
2. It came into force in 1996.
3. India had signed the treaty and yet to ratify it.

How many of the above statement is/are correct?

a. One only
b. Two only
c. All three
d. None

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20 Oct 2023 18:04

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19 Oct 2023 16:30

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Ref : Supreme Court’s verdict on same-sex marriages | Explained The Hindu Dt 18 Oct 2023

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18 Oct 2023 19:07

Q5. Consider the following statements on Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (CDRI):
1. It was launched by the Prime Minister of India during the United Nations Climate Action Summit.
2. CDRI was categorised as an ‘International Organization’ in India, thus granting it the exemptions, immunities and privileges as contemplated under the United Nations (Privileges & Immunities) Act, 1947.

Choose the correct statement using the following code:

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