Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

20 Dec 2023 04:32

Q1. Consider the following statements related to adoption system in India:

1. Central Adoption Resource Authority (CARA) was given statutory status under Commission for the Protection of child rights act, 2005.
2. It was launched in 1990 , as it only monitor and regulate inter-country adoptions.
3. For in country and inter-state adoptions, child welfare institutions and respected state child welfare institutions will regulate and monitor it.
4. CARA is not in accordance with the provisions of the Hague Convention,1993, as it is not line with the Indian constitutional principles.

How many statements mentioned above are INCORRECT

a) One statement only
b) Two statements only
c) All the statements are Correct
d) All the statements are Incorrect

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

20 Dec 2023 02:30

Focus : Fewer Audit Reports of CAG in Parliament: Status and Assessment

Ref : Number of CAG audits on Union govt. tabled in Parliament hits a low The Hindu Dt 19 Dec 2023

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19 Dec 2023 16:31

MAINS MODEL Q&A:

There is a strong case for compulsory voting as it can lead to stronger democracy. Even though the concept of compulsory voting encourages broader participation in democratic processes, it remains a subject of debate and discussion. Elucidate (250 words)

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19 Dec 2023 04:56

Q5. Consider the following statements regarding International Cricket Council (ICC):

1. ICC has allowed transgender players, who experienced male puberty in International cricket, regardless of surgery or gender reassignment treatment.
2. ICC is the global governing body of cricket, headquartered in Canberra, Australia.


Choose the correct option

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

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

19 Dec 2023 04:55

Q3. Consider the following statements.

1. Rapid Innovation and Startup Expansion (RISE) accelerator program has launched by India and Japan.
2. It will support both countries circular economy startups and small to mid sized enterprises.
3. Program will be delivered virtually with opportunities to travel between both countries.

How many statements mentioned above correct ?

a) One statement only
b) Two statements only
c) All the statements are correct
d) None of the statements are correct 

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

19 Dec 2023 04:55

Q1. Consider the following statements:

1. Rice fortification refers to adding fortifies rice kernels (FRK) containing FSSAI prescribed micronutrients (iron,Folic acid,Vitamin B12) to normal rice in the ratio of 1:100.
2. In India, extrusion technology is employed, where milled rice is pulverized and mixed with premix containing vitamins and minerals.
3. Fortified rice is not harmful to anybody of medical issues.

How many statements mentioned above are INCORRECT?

a) One statement only
b) Two statements only
c) Three statements 
d) None of the statements.

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

18 Dec 2023 05:31

MAINS PRACTICE QUESTION:

State-imposed domicile reservations in private employment in India have been a contentious issue in recent times. How far is domicile-based reservation constitutionally tenable? Examine the pros and cons of domicile-based reservation. (250 words).

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18 Dec 2023 03:08

4.Recently, International conference -cum-Exhibition on 'Aerospace and aviation in 2047' is being organised to commemorate 75 years of excellence of the Aeronautical society of India (AeSI):

1. AeSI is the principal society in India serving the professions of aeronautics, aerospace and aviation.
2. It was inaugurated by Rajendra Prasad in 1948.
3. Pt.Jawaharlal nehru was also the first patron-in-chief of the society.

Choose the correct option

a) 1 only
b) 1 and 2 only
c) 1 and 3 only
d) 1,2,3 

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

18 Dec 2023 03:07

2.Emission Gap report 2023 is released by which of the following organisation?

a) UNFCCC
b) WMO
c) UNEP
d) IPCC

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

17 Dec 2023 19:05

FOCUS : KSLSA : DISPUTE SETTLEMENT THROUGH LOKADALATS

REF : KSLSA settles 25.14 lakh cases in a day at Lok Adalat The Hindu 13 Dec 2023

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17 Dec 2023 11:58

MAINS PRACTICE QUESTION:

Citizens' Charter initiative is a response to the quest for solving the problems in public services. In this regard explain the principles of citizen charter and evaluate its effectiveness in service delivery. (250 words).

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16 Dec 2023 13:31

MAINS PRACTICE QUESTION:

Civil servants are the pillar on which the wheel of governance churns policies and programs for the country. In this context examine the significance of their role and values in democracy (250 words).

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16 Dec 2023 03:19

4.Experts have noticed that shrinking mudflat ecosystem of Kadalundi river is impacting kadalundi vallikunnu community reserve. Where is this reserve located ?

a) Tamilnadu
b) Karnataka
c) Kerala
d) Telangana

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

16 Dec 2023 03:17

2.Consider the following statements

1. Article 16 of the constitution prohibits the state from discriminating on grounds of place of birth or residence.
2. Article 16(3) of the constitution provides an exception that state legislatures may make a law "prescribing" a requirement of residence for jobs in a particular state.

Choose the correct statements 

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

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15 Dec 2023 18:38

Article 370 : SC Judgment and Constitutional Monism

Ref : Article 370 judgment is a case of constitutional monism ; The Hindu Dt 14 Dec 2023


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20 Dec 2023 04:31

MAINS PRACTICE QUESTION:

Fast-track courts (FTCs) are special courts set up with the mandate of disposing of long-pending cases. But it has fallen short. In this regard analyse the efficacy of justice delivery mechanisms under Fast Track courts. (250 words).

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19 Dec 2023 18:15

Focus : The Hollowing out of the Anti Defection Law

Ref : The hollowing out of the anti defection law ; The Hindu 19 Dec 2023


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19 Dec 2023 08:06

MAINS PRACTICE QUESTION:

There is a strong case for compulsory voting as it can lead to stronger democracy. Even though the concept of compulsory voting encourages broader participation in democratic processes, it remains a subject of debate and discussion. Elucidate (250 words)

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19 Dec 2023 04:56

Q4. Which state has declared recently Ghol or Black spotted Crocker as its state fish ?

a) Rajasthan
b) Madhya pradesh
c) Maharashtra
d) Gujarat

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

19 Dec 2023 04:55

Q2. Recently, Indian bound cargo ship hijacked by Houthi rebels. Houthi rebels have their origin in which of the following country?

a) Saudi Arabia
b) Oman
c) Yemen
d) Iran

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

18 Dec 2023 14:31

MAINS MODEL Q&A:

State-imposed domicile reservations in private employment in India have been a contentious issue in recent times. How far is domicile-based reservation constitutionally tenable? Examine the pros and cons of domicile-based reservation. (250 words).

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18 Dec 2023 03:09

5.Recenly, E-Prime layer is in news. Which of the following best describes E-prime layer?

a) It is identified as that, from this layer corona virus enters into the bloodstream of the Human beings.
b) It is identified that, it is the important layer, from where CRISPR-CAS9 has been used for genome sequencing.
c) It is the newly identified layen in atmosphere, after ozone layer, which also protects us from UV rays.
d) It is identified as outermost part of Earth's core is a result of surface water penetrating deep into the planet.

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

18 Dec 2023 03:07

3.Consider the following statements regarding Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRSs)

1. EMRS started first in 2018 to impart quality education to Scheduled Tribe children in remote areas to enable them to avail opportunities in high and professional educational courses.
2. There is no minimum requirement for land requires for establishing EMRS.
3. Each school has a capacity , which caters students from Class 1 to 12th.
4. EMRSs are setup in states/UTs with grants from Consolidated fund of states.

How many statements mentioned above are INCORRECT ?

a) One statement only
b) Two statements only
c) Three statements only
d) All the four statements.

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

18 Dec 2023 03:06

Q1. Recently, International space station (ISS) completed its 25 years in space. Which of the following countries partnered to form ISS.

1. European countries
2. USA
3. Canada
4. India
5. Russia
6. China
7. Israel

Choose the correct option

a) 23456
b) 1235
c) 12357
d) 1236 .

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

17 Dec 2023 16:31

MAINS MODEL Q&A

Citizens' Charter initiative is a response to the quest for solving the problems in public services. In this regard explain the principles of citizen charter and evaluate its effectiveness in service delivery. (250 words).

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17 Dec 2023 02:00

MAINS PRACTICE Q&A:

Civil servants are the pillar on which the wheel of governance churns policies and programs for the country. In this context examine the significance of their role and values in democracy (250 words).

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16 Dec 2023 03:20

5.Consider the following statements regarding Paramutations 

1. Paramutations are unusual mutations that can kill humans through viruses.
2. A paramutation is a small chemical modification of a chromosomal protein that flips a nearby gene into a silenced state.
3. Active and silenced versions of a paramuted gene share the same DNA sequence but their associated proteins have different modifications

How many statements mentioned above are correct?

a) Only one statement are correct
b) Only two statements are correct
c) All the three statements
d) None of the statements.

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

16 Dec 2023 03:18

3.Recently, Sea Buckthorn fruit has been given Geographical Indication tag. From which state it has been  given this tag ?

a) Jammu and Kashmir
b) Ladakh
c) Himachal pradesh
d) Uttarkhand

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

16 Dec 2023 03:17

Q1. Recently, the Deep Space Optical Communications(DSOC) has been successfully experimented by which of the following organisation?

a) National Aeronautics and Space Administration
b) Indian Space Research Organisation
c) ROSCOSMOS
d) European Space Agency

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

15 Dec 2023 15:31

MAINS MODEL Q&A:

The suspension of Members of Parliament (MPs) has been a contentious issue in recent times. In this context examine the provision related suspension of MPs and its impact in Parliamentary democracy (250 words).

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