Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

12 Jun 2024 05:30

MAINS PRACTICE QUESTION:

At the core of India's development agenda is the elimination of poverty in all its forms, ensuring that no individual is left behind. Critically examine the statement in light of the recent National Multidimensional Poverty Index. (250 words).

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Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

11 Jun 2024 20:20

4. Which of the following organisation releases the Trade and Development Report?

a. World Bank
b. International Monetary Fund
c. World Trade Organisation
d. United Nations Conference on Trade and Development

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

11 Jun 2024 20:19

2. Consider the following statements on Inter-Agency Space Debris Coordination Committee (IADC):
1. It is an international forum of governmental bodies for 
the coordination of activities related to the issues of man-made and natural debris in space.
2. Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is a member of IADC.

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

11 Jun 2024 14:31

MAINS MODEL Q&A:

Analyse the constitutional positioning of the Cabinet Committee within the framework of India’s governance. Discuss its composition, delineate its roles and responsibilities and evaluate its effectiveness in the functioning of the parliamentary system (250 words).

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Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

10 Jun 2024 20:05

5. The original jurisdiction of the Supreme court to hear the dispute
between the Government of India and one or more States is given in which of the following article?

a. Article 130
b. Article 131
c. Article 136
d. Article 142

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

10 Jun 2024 20:04

3. Consider the following statements on Urban Cooperative Banks (UCBs):
1. Urban Cooperative Banks (UCBs) operate primarily operate in urban and semi-urban regions of India.
2. UCBs are registered under the Cooperative Societies Act.
3. UCBs have the lowest net NPA and gross NPA ratios across the banking sector.

Which of the above given statement is/are correct?

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

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

10 Jun 2024 20:03

1. Consider the following statements on the National Disaster Response Fund (NDRF):
1. It was constituted under the Disaster Management Act, 2005.
2. For State Disaster Response Fund the Union Government provides the majority contribution.

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 Jun 2024 05:31

MAINS PRACTICE QUESTION:

India’s urbanisation is at a critical juncture, with unprecedented opportunities emerging amid formidable challenges. In this context, examine the policy and institutional imperatives and suggest the necessary steps for an urban renaissance. (250 words).

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Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

09 Jun 2024 16:30

Focus : Coalition Government And Impacts - An Analysis

Ref : History Headline: When Jawaharlal Nehru headed a national coalition government ; The Indian Express Dt 09 June 2024.

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Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

08 Jun 2024 03:25

5. With which of the following country does India has partnered to launch the Renewable Energy Technology Action Platform (RETAP)?

a. France
b. Russia
c. United States of America
d. United Kingdom .

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

08 Jun 2024 03:24

3. Consider the following statements on voting in India:
1. Facility for voting from the comfort of home for senior citizens above 85 years of age and PwDs with 40% benchmark disability was extended for the first time on pan India basis this General Elections, 2024.
2. SVEEP (Systematic Voters' Education and Electoral Participation) is an initiative of the Election Commission to receive complaints on the breach of Moral Code of Conduct.

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

08 Jun 2024 03:22

1. Consider the following statements on Laser Interferometer Gravitational- Wave Observatory (LIGO):
1. It is a part of the worldwide network of gravitional wave to be located in India with the active participation of the United States of America.
2. It was built by the Indian Space Research Organisation.

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

07 Jun 2024 08:16

Focus : Representation of Women In Incoming Loksabha

Ref :Explained: The representation of women in the incoming Lok Sabha, how it compares to previous years ; The Hindu Dt 06 June 2024

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Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

06 Jun 2024 17:59

4. Consider the following statements on Financial Services Institutions Bureau (FSIB):
1. It recommends persons for appointments as whole-time directors and non-executive chairpersons on the Boards of financial services institutions.
2. The Banks Board Bureau was replaced by FSIB.

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

06 Jun 2024 17:58

2. Consider the following statements on Plastic Pollution:
1. Plastic Overshoot Day marks the point when the amount of plastic waste generated exceeds the world’s capacity to manage it.
2. India's per capita plastic waste production is among the highest in the world.

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

11 Jun 2024 20:21

5. Consider the following statements:
1. The International Coral Reef Initiative (ICRI) is a global partnership between Nations and organizations which strives to preserve coral reefs and related ecosystems around the world.
2. India is a member of ICRI.

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

11 Jun 2024 20:20

3. Consider the following statements:
1. In India, more than 40 % enrollment is in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) field is by women.
2. SDG 5 aims to achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls.

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

11 Jun 2024 20:18

1. Which of the following organisation has established the Resilience and Sustainability Facility (RSF):
a. Global Environmental Facility
b. World Bank
c. International Monetary Fund
d. United Nations Environmental Programme

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

11 Jun 2024 05:15

Focus : NEET and Committee For Enquiry - An Analysis

Ref : A NEET mess: On the conduct of the medical entrance test ; The Hindu Dt 10 June 2024.

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Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

10 Jun 2024 20:05

4. Which of the following is the first country in the world to roll out a new vaccine Men5CV, which protects people against five strains of the meningococcus bacteria?

a. India
b. Pakistan
c. Nigeria
d. Sudan

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

10 Jun 2024 20:04

2. Consider the following statements on renewable energy in India:
1. India has the second largest installed capacity of renewable energy in the world.
2. Up to 100% FDI is allowed under the automatic route for renewable energy generation and distribution projects.
3. India has already achieved its target of 40% installed electric capacity from non-fossil fuels.

Which of the above given statement is/are correct?

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

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

10 Jun 2024 18:05

MAINS MODEL Q&A:

India’s urbanisation is at a critical juncture, with unprecedented opportunities emerging amid formidable challenges. In this context, examine the policy and institutional imperatives and suggest the necessary steps for an urban renaissance. (250 words).

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Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

10 Jun 2024 03:01

MAINS MODEL Q&A:

Gender and caste dynamics in India’s labour market delve deep into the challenges faced by women in the workplace. In this context, examine how intersectionality factors affect women’s workforce participation and socio-economic outcomes (250 words).

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Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

08 Jun 2024 07:23

Focus : Citizen Oriented Civil Services - Mission Karmayogi

Ref : Mission Karmayogi: For civil servants who are better prepared and citizen-oriented ; The Indian Express Dt 04 June 2024.

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Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

08 Jun 2024 03:24

4. Consider the following statements on Indian Pharmacopoeia Commission (IPC):
1. It is an autonomous body under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.
2. It is created to set standards of drugs in the country.
3. It regularly updates the standards of drugs commonly required for treatment of diseases prevailing in the region.
4. It promotes rational use of generic medicines by publishing National Formulary.

Which of the above given statements are correct?

a. 1 and 2 only
b. 1, 2 and 3 only
c. 2, 3 and 4 only
d. 1, 2, 3 and 4

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

08 Jun 2024 03:23

2. Consider the following statements on PIB Fact Check Unit (FCU):
1. It was notified under the provisions of Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021.
2. It takes up queries related to both Government and private entities.

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

07 Jun 2024 14:31

MAINS MODEL Q&A:

Women's vulnerability to climate change stems from several factors. In this context examine the Need for Gender Sensitive Responses to the Effects of Climate Change. (250 words)

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Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

06 Jun 2024 18:00

5. The Union Government has launched the CDP-SURAKSHA under the Cluster Development Programme (CDP). This platform is realated to which of the following area?

a. Horticulture
b. Defence
c. Tribal development
d. Rural roads

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

06 Jun 2024 17:59

3. Consider the following statements on the Financial Stability Board (FSB):
1. It is an international body that monitors and makes recommendations about the global financial system, established under the aegis of G20.
2. India is an active member of FSB.

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

06 Jun 2024 17:58

1. Consider the following statements:
1. 'Early Warnings for All' by 2027 is an initiative by the United Nations.
2. A global level multi-hazard early warning systems initiative was led by Indian Meteorological Organisation.

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