Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

11 Apr 2024 19:16

Focus : India's One Health Mission - An Analysis

Ref : The advent of a holistic approach to ‘one health’ ; The Hindu Dt 11 Apr 2024.


Join : /channel/mkarthikeyan_polity_governance

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

11 Apr 2024 05:32

MAINS PRACTICE QUESTION:

The court’s ruling to invalidate the funding scheme marks a notable advance in promoting transparency within political finance. However, this action alone may not eradicate the entrenched problem of financial clout in electoral processes. In light of this, critically assess the imperative for comprehensive reforms in the electoral system. (250 words).

Join: /channel/mkarthikeyan_polity_governance

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

10 Apr 2024 07:05

MAINS MODEL Q&A:

Given that health is a fundamental human right, yet over half of the global population is deprived of essential health services, how does India’s healthcare system measure up in terms of accessibility and quality? (250 words).

Join: /channel/mkarthikeyan_polity_governance

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

10 Apr 2024 06:25

4. The Nature Restoration Law was approved by which of the following?

a. India
b. Australia
c. European Union
d. United States of America

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

10 Apr 2024 06:24

2. Choose the correct statement:
1. India aims to achieve a higher education Gross Enrolment Ratio (GER) of 50% by 2030.
2. SWAYAM is the initiative of the Ministry of Education’s providing Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) platform.

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

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

09 Apr 2024 07:45

Focus : Child Marriage-Social Menace in Maharashtra

Ref : Backward class panel finds an ‘alarming’ rise in girl child marriage, decline in Maratha representation in govt services over past six years ; The Indian Express 06 Apr 2024.


Join : /channel/mkarthikeyan_polity_governance

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

09 Apr 2024 03:16

4. Consider the following statements
 
            1. Enforcement Directorate is the primary authority responsible for investigating and prosecuting money laundering offenses under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act.
            2. It works under the Ministry of Home Affairs.
           
Choose the correct option
 
            a) 1 only
            b) 2 only
            c) Both 1 and 2
            d) Neither 1 nor 2
      

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

09 Apr 2024 03:15

2. Consider the following statements
 
            1. Under Article 82,the parliament enacts a Delimitation act after every census.
            2. The first Delimitation commission act was enacted in 1949.
            3. Until now, Delimitation commissions have been set up six times in India.
 
Which of the above statements mentioned is/are correct?
 
            a) 1 only
            b) 1 and 2 only
            c) 2 and 3 only
            d) 1,2,3
           

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

08 Apr 2024 14:33

MAINS MODEL Q&A:

Assess the potential impact of Artificial Intelligence’s extensive deployment on the various dimensions of electoral processes, and evaluate the extent to which it could instigate a fundamental transformation. (250 words).

Join: /channel/mkarthikeyan_polity_governance

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

07 Apr 2024 03:32

MAINS MODEL Q&A:

Discuss the importance of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) in India’s legal framework against financial crimes. And critically examine the Act’s current trajectory and effectiveness (250 words).

Join: /channel/mkarthikeyan_polity_governance

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

06 Apr 2024 07:33

MAINS MODEL Q&A:

Examine the complex challenges confronting India’s tribal communities, detailing the dimensions of their socio-economic marginalization. Discuss the imperative for integrated policy interventions to fulfil their needs and mitigate disparities. (250 words).

Join: /channel/mkarthikeyan_polity_governance

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

05 Apr 2024 19:26

4. Which of the constitutional provisions empowering the Cooperative sectors in India

1. Article 19
2. Article 43-A
3. Articles 243- ZH

Choose the correct option

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

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

05 Apr 2024 19:25

2. Consider the following statements related to Tribal Advisory Council:

1. The Governor of the state notifies India's Scheduled areas.
2. States with scheduled areas need to constitute a Tribes advisory council with upto 10 ST members.
3. The members will advise the governor on matters referred to them regarding ST welfare.
4. The Governor will then submit a report every year to the Parliament, regarding administration of scheduled areas.

How many above-mentioned statements is/are INCORRECT ?

a) Only one
b) Only two
c) Only three
d) All Four

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

05 Apr 2024 11:45

MAINS MODEL Q&A:

The digital revolution opens new avenues for women's economic participation, however, to ensure true inclusion, this revolution must be steered by gender-sensitive policies. Elucidate (250 words).

Join: /channel/mkarthikeyan_polity_governance

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

03 Apr 2024 19:41

Focus : Summoning Powers of Directorate of Enforcement: SC Interpretation

Ref : Sand mining case: ED can summon ‘any person’ for ‘any information’, Supreme Court tells Tamil Nadu ; The Hindu Dt 02 Apr 2024

Ref : /channel/mkarthikeyan_polity_governance

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

11 Apr 2024 15:37

Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89425996258?pwd=b1pBZFQzeGVoaDhyeEZPaXFWTkVnZz09

Meeting ID: 894 2599 6258
Passcode: 220556

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

10 Apr 2024 20:13

Focus : 17th Loksabha : Least Productive Parliamentary session- An Analysis

Ref: Parliament disrupted: Least productive Budget session in 5 years, 17th Lok Sabha likely to be shortest LS since 1952 ; The Indian Express Dt 07 Apr 2024

Join : /channel/mkarthikeyan_polity_governance

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

10 Apr 2024 06:26

5. The Women Exporters in the Digital Economy (WEIDE) Fund was launched by which of the following organisation?

a. World Bank
b. World Trade Organisation
c. UN Women
d. World Economic Forum

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

10 Apr 2024 06:25

3. Consider the following statements regarding Green Credit Program (GCP):
1. It incentivize voluntary environmental actions across diverse sectors, by various stakeholders like individuals, communities, private sector, etc.,
2. The Indian Council of Forestry Research and Education (ICFRE) serves as the GCP Administrator, responsible for program implementation.

Which of the above given statement is/are correct?

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

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

10 Apr 2024 06:24

1. Choose the correct statement on Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA):
1. Both an organization and individual can be declared terrorists under this act.
2. UAPA accused are subject to longer detention periods, harsher bail restrictions.

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

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

09 Apr 2024 03:17

5. Consider the following statements regarding Prevention of Money Laundering Act:
 
            1. An FIR is required before starting an investigation under the act.
            2. Under PMLA ,burden of proving innocence is on the accused.
           
Select the correct option
 
            a) 1 only
            b) 2 only
            c) Both 1 and 2
            d) Neither 1 nor 2
          

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

09 Apr 2024 03:16

3. Consider the following statements:
 
            1. The Income tax act 1961 exempts political parties by the ECI under Representation of the people act,1951 from paying income tax,with some conditions
            2. Parties are required to file their returns if their total income,before taking into account the exemptions under Section 13A,is higher than the IT exemption limit
           
Choose the correct option
 
            a) 1 only
            b) 2 only
            c) Both 1 and 2
            d) Neither 1 nor 2
           

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

09 Apr 2024 03:14

1. Consider the following statements
 
            1. Article 324 of the constitution ensures Universal suffrage and there shall be one general electoral roll for every territorial constituency for election of Lok sabha
            2. Election commission of India is an independent consitutional authority ,which brought into force from November 26,1949
           
Which of the statements is/are correct ?
 
            a) 1 only
            b) 2 only
            c) Both 1 and 2
            d) Neither 1 nor 2
           

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

07 Apr 2024 16:32

MAINS MODEL Q&A:

"Social media in India once celebrated as a liberating force, is now under scrutiny for becoming an echo chamber of misinformation and a tool of state-sponsored narrative control." In this context analyse the Impact and dualities of social media (250 words).

Join: /channel/mkarthikeyan_polity_governance

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

06 Apr 2024 17:02

Focus : PMLA is that the law lost its way : An Analysis

Ref : The PMLA — a law that has lost its way The Hindu Dt 02 April 2024

Ref : /channel/mkarthikeyan_polity_governance

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

05 Apr 2024 19:27

5. Consider the following statements related to Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012.

1. The act defines a child as any person below the age of 15 years.
2. The act recognizes both boys and girls can be victims of sexual abuse and it is a crime regardless of the gender of the victim.
3. It empowers the Child Welfare Committee to provide a support person to assist the child throughout the investigation and trial process.

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

05 Apr 2024 19:26

3. Consider the following statements

1. Under the Constitution of India, it has provisions to disqualify the legislators convicted for a sentence of atleast 2 years for a period of 6 years since his release.
2. It is mandatory for publication of criminal and financial records along with educational qualifications of candidates by political parties.

Choose the correct option

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

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

05 Apr 2024 19:24

1. Consider the following statements

1. Scheduled areas in India represent regions covering more than 10% of India's land area.
2. Under 5th schedule, there are 8 states which have provisions of scheduled areas.

Choose the correct option

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

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

04 Apr 2024 02:31

MAINS MODEL Q&A:

“Considering the essential challenge of transforming the police into an effective, unbiased law enforcement body dedicated to serving the public interest, evaluate the role and importance of Community Policing in India. (250 words).

/channel/mkarthikeyan_polity_governance

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

03 Apr 2024 06:45

Focus : The ART of India's HIV/ AIDS Response

Ref : The ART of India's HIV/AIDS response ; The Hindu 01 Apr 2024

Join : /channel/mkarthikeyan_polity_governance