Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

25 Apr 2024 19:08

Focus : Indian Food Regulations- An Analysis

Ref : Centre asks FSSAI to initiate action against Nestle after report of sugar content in Cerelac The Hindu 19 Apr 2024

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Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

25 Apr 2024 06:30

MAINS PRACTICE QUESTION:

Given the increasing detrimental effects of climate change, yet such issues remain largely unaddressed in electoral campaigns, assess the extent to which political parties and their election manifestos in India prioritize climate action

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25 Apr 2024 05:31

MAINS MODEL Q&A:

Discuss how the ongoing process of capacity building empowers non-governmental organizations (NGOs) to enhance their core competencies, thereby energizing their workforce to effectuate sustainable transformation (250 words).

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24 Apr 2024 17:03

MAINS MODEL Q&A:

Considering the converging as well as diverging nature of the British and Indian Judicial system. Elucidate features of the British Judicial system in comparison to India and discuss recent legal developments in both systems. (250 words).

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Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

24 Apr 2024 12:30

Q4. Consider the following statements on the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI):
1. It is a statutory body for overall supervision and development of the Insurance sector in India.
2. Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India has committed to 
enable ‘Insurance for All’ by 2047.

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

24 Apr 2024 12:29

Q2. Consider the following statements on the Maternity Benefit Act, 1961:
1. This act provides for the paid maternity leave up to 26 weeks.
2. The maternity leave benefits under the act can be availed only for the regular employees and to not the contract employees.

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 Apr 2024 06:09

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Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

23 Apr 2024 03:02

MAINS MODEL Q&A:

Critically examine the assertion that the role of Parliament as a mechanism for oversight is diminishing and that the processes of scrutiny, debate, and dissent are in decline. (250 words).

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Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

22 Apr 2024 06:45

5. Consider the following statements:
 
            1. 102nd amendment act 2019 enables the State, both the Central and State Governments to provide reservation to the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) of the society.
            2. Article 16 (4A) provides that the State can make any provision for reservation in matters of promotion in favor of the Scheduled Castes and the Scheduled Tribes.
 
Choose the correct option
 
            a) 1 only
            b) 2 only
            c) Both 1 and 2
            d) Neither 1 nor 2

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

22 Apr 2024 06:45

3. Consider the following the statements:
 
            1. Population control and Family Planning is a subject under the state list.
            2. Mandatory Two-child rule in the employment of public services is  unconstitutional under constitution.
 
Choose the correct option
 
            a) 1 only
            b) 2 only
            c) Both 1 and 2
            d) Neither 1 nor 2

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

22 Apr 2024 06:44

 
1. Consider the following statements:
 
            1. According to the Constitution, a sitting judge after his resignation should not contest in politics.
            2. Article 50 of the Constitution of India, provides thats state shall take steps to separate legislature and Judiciary in the public services.
            3. After 1947, no judge has been participated in the elections, as it is against the constitutional morality.
 
Choose the correct option
 
            a) 1 and 2 only
            b) 2 and 3 only
            c) 1 and 3 only
            d) None of the above

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

20 Apr 2024 19:21

 
5. Consider the following statements related to NITI for States platform
 
            1. It is a comprehensice digital initiative designed to empower states/UTs in national development goals
            2. It is available in 18 major Indian Languages
            3. It offers a centralized repository of valuable resources,including best practices,policy documents etc.,

 
Choose the correct option
 
            a) 1 and 2 only
            b) 1 and 3 only
            c) 2 and 3 only
            d) 1,2,3

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

20 Apr 2024 19:20

3. Consider the following statements:
 
STATEMENT I
The Public Trust doctrine is that certain resources are for the public and the government is responsible to protect it.
 
STATEMENT II
The state is the trustee of all natural resources which are naturally meant for public use and delight.
 
Choose the correct option
 
            a) Both statements are correct, Statement I is the correct explanation of statement II
            b) Both statements are correct, Statement I is not the correct explanation of statement II
            c) Statement I is correct and statement II is incorrect
            d) Statement I is incorrect and statement II is correct

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

20 Apr 2024 19:19

1. Consider the following statements:
 
            1. Cantonments were established by East India Company after the Battle of Plassey in 1757.
            2. The first cantonment was established in Barrackpore in 1765
            3. The local self government of the cantonments is the subject matter of the Union government.
 
Choose the correct option
 
            a) 1 only
            b) 2 and 3 only
            c) 1 and 2 only
            d) 1, 2 and 3

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

18 Apr 2024 14:32

MAINS MODEL Q&A:

Voting is considered a fundamental civic responsibility in democratic nations such as India. In light of this, critically analyse the patterns of voting behaviour in India. And propose strategies to enhance voter participation. (250 words).

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Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

25 Apr 2024 15:31

MAINS MODEL Q&A:

Given the increasing detrimental effects of climate change, yet such issues remain largely unaddressed in electoral campaigns, assess the extent to which political parties and their election manifestos in India prioritize climate action

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Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

25 Apr 2024 06:08

Focus : Exit Polls in Election: An Analysis

Ref : Lok Sabha Elections 2024 | FAQs: When are the exit polls? Deccan Herald 18 Apr 2024.

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Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

25 Apr 2024 02:30

MAINS MODEL Q&A:

Discuss the significance of social audit as a mechanism within developmental initiatives. Considering its varied outcomes, critically analyse the effectiveness of social audits in ensuring the accountability of welfare schemes. (250 words).

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Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

24 Apr 2024 12:31

Q5. Consider the following statements on European Free Trade Association (EFTA):
1. It is an inter-governmental organization set up in 1960 with all European Union countries as it's members.
2. For the first time in the history of FTAs, binding commitment of $100 bn investment  and 1 million direct jobs in the next 15 years has been given between India and EFTA.

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

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

24 Apr 2024 12:30

Q3. Consider the following statements on Medical Termination of Pregnancy (MTP) Act, 1971:
1. Abortion was allowed up to 24 weeks for certain classes of women, defined under the MTP Rules.
2. This law also regulates pre-natal diagnostic techniques for detecting genetic abnormalities and other disorders.

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

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

24 Apr 2024 12:29

Q1. Consider the following statements on National Land Monetization Corporation:
1. It is a 100% GoI-owned company working under the Ministry of Finance.
2. NLMC will act as an advisory body and support other Government entities and CPSEs in monetizing their core and non-core assets in an efficient manner.

Which of the given above statement is/are correct?

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

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

23 Apr 2024 05:31

MAINS MODEL Q&A:

Analyse the concept of gender equality as the provision of equal opportunities across all sectors. Discuss how the Indian Constitution and laws uphold gender equality and evaluate the judiciary’s impact on advancing women’s rights in India. (250 words).

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Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

22 Apr 2024 16:31

Focus : National Civil Services Day - An Analysis

Ref : National Civil Services Day 2024: All about date, history, theme, quotes and more ; The Indian Express Dt 20 Apr 2024.

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Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

22 Apr 2024 06:45

4. Consider the following statements:
 
            1. A judge of the Supreme Court can be removed from his office by an order of the Chief Justice of India after the Parliamentary procedure.
            2. The Parliamentary address must be supported by a majority of the total membership of that House and a majority of not less than two-thirds of the members of that House present and voting.
            3. The Judges Enquiry Act (1968) regulates the procedure relating to the removal of a judge of the Supreme Court by the process of impeachment.
 
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

22 Apr 2024 06:44

2. Consider the following statements:
 
            1. As per Medical Termination of Pregnancy act (MTP), 2021 which permits to perform abortions up to 24 weeks.
            2. Unmarried women doesn't have the same right to abortion as married women.
 
Choose the correct option
 
            a) 1 only
            b) 2 only
            c) Both 1 and 2
            d) Neither 1 nor 2

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

21 Apr 2024 19:35

Focus : VVPAT and EVM : AN ANALYSIS

Ref : Impossible to tamper with EVMs at any stage, EC tells SC ; The Hindu 18 Apr 2024.

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Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

20 Apr 2024 19:21

4. Consider the following statements related to Technology Development Board:
 
            1. It is a statutory body established by the Government of India.
            2. It works under the Ministry of Electronics and Information technology.
            3. It aims to promote development and commercialization of indigenous technology for much wider application.
 
Choose the correct option
 
            a) 2 and 3 only
            b) 1 and 2 only
            c) 1 and 3 only
            d) 1, 2 and 3

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

20 Apr 2024 19:20

2. Consider the following statements:
 
            1. India AI mission was launched by the Union Government for three years.
            2. The startups, academia, researchers, and industry will be given access to the AI supercomputing infrastructure established under the India AI Mission.
 
Choose the correct option
            a) 1 only
            b) 2 only
            c) Both 1 and 2
            d) Neither 1 nor 2

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

20 Apr 2024 09:30

Focus : MCC and Impacts on People ; An Analysis

Ref : Industry, traders bodies seek lifting of election model code of conduct in Tamil Nadu after April 19; The Hindu dt 18 Apr 2024.

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Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

18 Apr 2024 05:32

MAINS PRACTICE QUESTION:

Voting is considered a fundamental civic responsibility in democratic nations such as India. In light of this, critically analyse the patterns of voting behaviour in India. And propose strategies to enhance voter participation. (250 words).

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