Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

23 Jan 2024 17:11

Q2. Consider the following statements

1. Article 24 prohibits human trafficking and begar (forced labpur without payment)
2. Immoral Traffic (Prevention ) Act,1956 is the premier legislation for prevention of trafficking for commercial sexual exploitation.
3. India ratified SAARC Convention on Preventing and combating trafficking in Women and Children for prostitution.

Choose the correct option

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

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

23 Jan 2024 13:31

MAINS MODEL Q&A:

How do the existing laws protect public servants from undue interference and harassment in their work? Analyse the benefits and challenges of providing legal protection to bureaucrats for the country’s development. (250 words).

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Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

23 Jan 2024 02:30

Focus : Hate Speech Legal and Judicial Interpretation

Ref :Ahead of rallies by BJP MLA, Hindu outfit, SC asks district magistrates to ensure no hate speech ; The Hindu 18 Jan 2024


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29 Dec 2023 13:30

Focus : Telecommunications Bill 2023

Ref : Telecom Bill innovative, but raises privacy concerns; The Hindu Business line Dt 24 Dec 2023

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Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

29 Dec 2023 04:41

Q4. Consider the following statements:
1. Codex Alimentarious Commission (CAC) is an international food safety and quality standard-setting body created by WHO and FAO.
2. Codex currently has standards for all millets recognised by 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

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

29 Dec 2023 04:40

Q2. Consider the following statements:

1. An opinion poll is a pre-election survey to gather views on a range of election related issues.
2. An exit poll, is conducted immediately after people have voted and assesses the support for political parties and candidates.
3. Guidelines for conduct and publication of exit poll results are issued by the ECI under Article 324 and Section 126A of the RPA,1951.
4. Exit polls can be conducted during the voting period or on the polling day.

How many statements mentioned above are correct ?
a) One statement only
b) Two statements only
c) Three statements only
d) All the four statements.

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

28 Dec 2023 13:30

MAINS MODEL Q&A:

How does the Indian constitution protect the right against discrimination in a diverse and pluralistic society? Illustrate the challenges and opportunities of upholding this right with landmark case laws. (250 words)

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27 Dec 2023 13:31

MAINS MODEL Q&A:

The relationship between morality and the law shapes the legal system. Moral principles have formed the cornerstone upon which the law was built. In this context examine the space for Morality in the rule of law. (250 words).

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27 Dec 2023 09:01

Focus : National Programme on Anganwadi Cum Creche Initiative

Ref : Government aims to set up 17,000 creches across the country ; The Hindu Dt 22 Dec 2023

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Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

27 Dec 2023 08:59

Q3. Which of the following organisation is the “interim host” of the "loss and damage fund"?

a. United Nations Environmental Programme
b. World Bank
c. Global Environmental Facility
d. Food and Agriculture Organization

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

27 Dec 2023 08:58

Q1. Which of the following best describes the purpose of Paris club?

a. United Nations Security Council reform
b. Promoting free trade across globe.
c. Providing solutions to the payment difficulties to countries.
d. Military grouping in Europe

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

27 Dec 2023 04:30

MAINS PRACTICE QUESTION:

The relationship between morality and the law shapes the legal system. Moral principles have formed the cornerstone upon which the law was built. In this context examine the space for Morality in the rule of law. (250 words).

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Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

26 Dec 2023 13:31

MAINS MODEL Q&A:

To scrutinize the government’s decisions and actions, Members of Parliament ask questions in parliament. However, there have been some concerns over the functionality of the Question Hour. In this context explain the procedure for asking the questions and how important the exercise is.? (250 words).

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Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

26 Dec 2023 10:19

Q4. Consider the following statements:

1. Anganwadi services is a central sector scheme and is implemented by states/UTs.
2. It provides a package of services like, supplementary nutrition, Pre school non-formal education, Immunization etc.,
3.  Anganwadi services provided to all eligible beneficiaries, namely, children in the age group of 0-14 years , pregnant women and lactating mothers through the platform of Anganwadi centres.

How many statements mentioned above are correct?

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

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

26 Dec 2023 10:18

Q2. Consider the following statements:

1. New drugs and clinical trial rules, 2023, aims to replace the use of animals in research, especially in drug testing.
2. New rules authorizes use of non animal and human relevant methods, such as 3D organoids, organs on chip etc., to test the safety and efficacy of new drugs.
3. Prevention of cruelty to animals act,1960, doesnt makes provisions for experiments on animals.

Choose the correct statement using the following code:
a) 1 only
b) 1 and 2 only
c) 2 and 3 only
d) 1 and 3 only

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

23 Jan 2024 17:10

Q1. Consider the following statements regarding Self Regulatory Organisations (SROs):

1. It is a non-governmental organisation that sets and enforces rules and standards for particular sector or industry.
2. Financial Industry Regulatory Authority is one such example of SRO.
3. SROs promote a culture of compliance among its members by promoting progressive practices.

Choose the correct option

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

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

23 Jan 2024 04:30

MAINS PRACTICE QUESTION:

How do the existing laws protect public servants from undue interference and harassment in their work? Analyse the benefits and challenges of providing legal protection to bureaucrats for the country’s development. (250 words).

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Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

30 Dec 2023 04:31

MAINS PRACTICE QUESTION:

How has privatisation changed the employment opportunities in the organised sector for the marginalised section of society? Analyse the efficacy of private reservation as Affirmative action. (250 words).

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Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

29 Dec 2023 04:42

Q5. Which of the following country has launched the Green Credit Initiative?

a. India
b. United States of America
c. Australia
d. China

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

29 Dec 2023 04:41

Q3. Consider the following statements:

1. Web 1.0 is called the static web, enables easy access to information.
2. Web 2.0 built on advancements in web technologies,enabled interactive platforms.
3. Web 3.0 is described as the future of the internet, which includes cryptocurrencies, Non fungible tokens, Decentralized Autonomous Organizations and more.

Choose the correct option

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

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

29 Dec 2023 04:40

Q1. Consider the following statements related to the Forest Conservation Act, 2023:

1. The recent amendment act introduces a preamble to the act, which officially acknowledges India's commitment to achieving net zero emission, NDCs and expanding India's forest and tree cover.
2. The amendment doesn't have any provisions related to classification and definition of forest land, which only focussed on improvements in forest and tree cover.
3. It allows non forest activities on forest lands, like running zoos and eco tourism facilities.
4. It exempts linear infrastructure projects, like roads and highways, if they are located within 100 km of the national border.

How many statements mentioned above are INCORRECT?

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

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

28 Dec 2023 04:30

MAINS PRACTICE QUESTION:

How does the Indian constitution protect the right against discrimination in a diverse and pluralistic society? Illustrate the challenges and opportunities of upholding this right with landmark case laws. (250 words)

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Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

27 Dec 2023 09:02

Q5. "Safety + Health for All" is an initiative led by which of the following organisation?

a. World Health organisation
b. World Bank
c. International Labour Organization
d. United Nations Economic and Social Council

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

27 Dec 2023 09:01

Q4. Consider the following statements on United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC):

1. It is a multilateral treaty adopted in 1992, after the first assessment report by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC).
2. The Kyoto Protocol is negotiated under the framework of UNFCCC.

Choose the correct statement using the following code:

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

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

27 Dec 2023 08:58

Q2. Consider the following statements on Web3:
1. The vision of Web3 tends to be more democratic than today’s online world.
2. Under Web3, there is a greater focus on user privacy, transparency and ownership.

Choose the correct statement using the following code:

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

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

27 Dec 2023 05:02

Focus : Housing For Vulnerable Tribal Groups

Ref : Housing for Vulnerable tribal groups: 1st instalment from Centre likely by mid-Jan ;The Indian Express dated 25 Dec 2023

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26 Dec 2023 18:15

Focus : PM AJAY Scheme: An Analysis

Ref :PM-AJAY For Upliftment of SC Community PIB Dt 20 DEC 2023

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Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

26 Dec 2023 10:20

Q5. Consider the following statements:

1. Eco sensitive zone (ESZ) be required to extend for atleast 10 miles from all national parks,wildlife sanctuaries and protected forests across the nation, according to recent supreme court judgement.
2. ESZ are notified by the central government through the Ministry of Environment forests and climate change under the Wildlife protection act,1972.
3. Commercial use of timber, commercial use of water, commercial mining are completely prohibited in ESZ.

How many statements mentioned above are correct ?

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

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

26 Dec 2023 10:19

Q3. Consider the following statements:

1. Survey of India is the National survey and Mapping organization, which was setup in 1967.
2. It works under the Ministry of Earth Sciences.
3. Mullaperiyar dam was constructed during 1887-1895, which is jointly owned, operated and maintained by Kerala and Tamilnadu government.

How many statements mentioned above are INCORRECT ?

a) One statement only
b) Two statements only
c) All the three statements
d) None of the above statements.

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

26 Dec 2023 10:17

Q1. Consider the following statements:

1. Rat hole mining method has been used to rescue workers in Uttarkashi Tunnel collapse.
2. National Green Tribunal had banned Rat hole mining in 2014 on grounds of being unscientific and unsafe for workers.
3. If coal mining is done under Mines and Minerals act and Mineral Concession rules,1960, then NGT ban will not be applicable.

Choose the correct option

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