1. Consider the following statements:
1. The Financial Intelligence Unit – India (FIU-IND) is the central national agency responsible for receiving, processing, analyzing and disseminating information relating to suspect financial transactions.
2. It reports directly to the Economic Intelligence Council (EIC) headed by the Home Minister.
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
Focus: Better Social Security Net for ASHA Workers - An Analysis
Ref : Pre-Budget consultations: Need better social security net for ASHA, anganwadi, mid-day meal workers, say Labour Unions; The Indian Express 25 June 2024.
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4. Consider the following statements:
1. The Supreme Court Registrar may refuse to receive a petition.
2. The petitioner call appeal to the Supreme Court within 15 days regarding the refusal.
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
2. Consider the following statements on Authorised Economic Operator:
1. It grants recognition to reliable operators and encouraging best practices at all levels in the
international supply chain.
2. In India, the gem and jewellery sector has received an Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) status from the finance ministry.
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
Focus : An Ageing India- The Magnitude and The Multitude - An Analysis
Ref : An ageing India: The magnitude and the multitude ;The Hindu Dt 18 June 2024
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5. Consider the following statements on Climate Technology Centre and Network (CTCN):
1. The CTCN is the implementation arm of the Technology Mechanism of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change.
2. CTCN is hosted by the UN Environment Programme.
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
3. Consider the following statements on the Vaccine Alliance (GAVI):
1. It was set up as a Global Health Partnership in 2020 with the goal of creating equal access to new and underused vaccines for children living in the world's poorest countries.
2. India became the first implementing country donating to GAVI.
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
1. Consider the following statements:
1. Tiger Conservation Coalition is an Intergovernmental organisation aiming to conserve tigers.
2. The Sustainable Finance for Tiger Landscapes Conference was held in India.
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
Focus : The Spirit of Constitution and Its Morality : An Analysis
Ref : Constitutional respect should not be reduced to optics ; The Hindu Dt 18 June 2024
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Focus : National Monetisation Pipeline - An Analysis
Ref : Govt monetises ₹1.56 lakh crore assets in FY24, falls short of ₹1.8 lakh crore target ; The Hindu 20 June 2024
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4. Consider the following statements on ASEAN:
1. The ASEAN Future Forum has been held since 2015.
2. The first ASEAN India Maritime Exercise (AIME-2023) was held on 2023.
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
2. Consider the following statements on RPwD [Rights of Persons with Disabilities] Act:
1. This act provides for the appointment of state commissioners tasked with identifying concerns of disabled persons and taking corrective actions to ensure their rights are not denied.
2. This act provides for the establishment of special courts for differently abled people.
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
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Despite drawing inspiration from various global constitutions, the framers of our constitution implemented substantial innovations tailored to our nation’s needs. Elaborate on these unique features. (250 words).
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4. Consider the following statements on International Labour Organization (ILO):
1. The only tripartite U.N. agency, since 1919 the ILO brings together governments, employers and workers of 187 Member States.
2. In 2024, the Conference on international labour standards was hosted by India.
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
2. Consider the following statements:
1. The Medical Termination of Pregnancy Act allows termination up to 24 weeks.
2. Article 132 empowers the Supreme Court to pass any decree or order necessary for doing complete justice.
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
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Even though the concept of the Speaker is borrowed, it reflects a unique adaptation to the Indian context. In light of this statement, analyse the practices in other democracies that India can consider to ensure the impartiality of the Speaker (250 words).
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5. Consider the following statements on ESSO - Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services (ESSO-INCOIS):
1. It was established as an autonomous body under the Department of Science and Technology.
2. It provides warning services for the coastal population on tsunamis, storm surges, high waves, etc.
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
3. Consider the following statements:
1. All Government Security (G-Sec) has maturity of one year.
2. The limits for FPI investment in government securities is 6 per cent.
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
1. Consider the following statements on Voter Verifiable Paper Audit Trail (VVPAT):
1. It contains the serial number, name and symbol of the
candidate.
2. At present, the VVPAT verification is conducted in only five randomly selected polling stations in a constituency.
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
MAINS MODEL Q&A:
Examine the conditions under which a governor is entitled to wield legislative authority. Does the exercise of legislative power by a governor contradict the doctrine of separation of powers? Justify your answer. (250 words).
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4. Which of the following organisation has launched ‘Climate Promise 2025?
a. UN Development Programme
b. UN Environmental Programme
c. Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change
d. Green climate fund
2. Consider the following statements:
1. An asset reconstruction company (ARC) is a financial institution that buys the debtors of the bank to recover the debts or associated securities by itself.
2. ARCs are regulated under the Securitisation and Reconstruction of Financial Assets and Enforcement of Securities Interest Act, 2002.
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
Focus : The Spirit of Constitution and Its Morality: An Analysis
Ref: Constitutional respect should not be reduced to optics ; The Hindu Dt 18 June 2024
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MAINS MODEL Q&A:
Given the rapid internationalisation of many dimensions of health and disruptive technologies reshaping health strategy, India needs to strengthen its health federalism. Elucidate (250 words).
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5. The Supreme Court has stayed the construction of four proposed dams inside Kalesar Wildlife Sanctuary located in which of the following state?
a. Haryana
b. Uttarakhand
c. Uttar Pradesh
d. West Bengal
3. Consider the following statements:
1. Telecom Technology Development Fund (TTDF) aims to fund R&D in rural-specific communication technology applications.
2. Universal Service Obligation Fund (USOF) launched the Telecom Technology Development Fund (TTDF) Scheme.
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 .
1. Consider the following statements Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY):
1. PMMSY is implemented in all the States and Union Territories for a period of 10 years.
2. One of the objectives of PMMSY is to double fishers and fish farmers’ incomes.
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 .
5. Which of the following country is the India's largest trading partner?
a. United States of America
b. United Arab Emirates
c. China
d. Russia
3. Consider the following statements on Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO):
1. It is a major constituent of the Department of Space (DOS) to which the Chairman, ISRO is the Secretary.
2. The Space Commission in India is Chaired by the Prime Minister.
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 .
1. Consider the following statements:
1. The 1972 United Nations Conference on the Human Environment in Stockholm, was the first-ever UN conference with the word “environment” in its title.
2. The UN Environment Programme (UNEP) is an outcome of the above mentioned UN conference.
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 .