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10 Aug 2024 14:21

3. Consider the following statements on an "internationalisation of Indian rupee":
1. It means that more and more international payments start taking place in the Indian currency.
2. It requires the partial convertibility on current and capital accounts.

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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10 Aug 2024 14:20

1. Consider the following statements on the International North-South Transport Corridor (INSTC):
1. It is a multimodal route that includes a railway, roadway and ports.
2. It passes through the Chabahar port in Iran.

Which among 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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10 Aug 2024 10:31

Focus : Anaemia Mukt Bharat Strategy - An Analysis

Ref : Details of Anemia Mukt Bharat : Government implements Anemia Mukt Bharat strategy to reduce prevalence of anaemia among six beneficiary age groups ; PIB Dt 06 Aug 2024

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09 Aug 2024 06:30

Focus : POCSO Act ; An Analysis

Ref : Headmaster of private school arrested under POCSO Act in Cuddalore ; The Hindu Dt 08 Aug 2024

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08 Aug 2024 03:30

Focus : Ayushman Bharat Scheme - An Analysis

Ref : Ayushman Bharat scheme: Centre says over 29,000 hospitals empanelled as of June 2024 ; The Hindu Dt 02 Aug 2024.

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13 Jul 2024 05:31

MAINS MODEL Q&A:

“While the pursuit of political transparency is crucial for the integrity of India’s institutions, it is not the primary factor influencing political dominance”. Critically analyse (250 words).

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12 Jul 2024 09:54

5. Consider the following statements on United Nations Forum on Forests (UNFF):
1. It was established based on the resolution of Economic and Social Council of the United Nations (ECOSOC) in 2024.
2. The Forum has universal membership, and is composed of all Member States of the United Nations and specialized agencies.

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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12 Jul 2024 09:26

3. Consider the following statements on the Inter-Services Organisations (Command, Control and Discipline) Act:
1. Under this act the Commander-in-Chief or Officer-in-Command of Inter-services Organisations are not empowered to exercise disciplinary or administrative powers over the personnel belonging to other services. 
2. There has never been an Inter-Services Organisation established 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

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

12 Jul 2024 09:24

1. Consider the following statements:
1. The Sundarbans is an UNESCO World Heritage site.
2. The Sundarbans wetland is the largest Ramsar site in the country.

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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11 Jul 2024 14:31

MAINS MODEL Q&A:

Do the new criminal laws, aimed at decolonizing centuries-old British-era legislation, merely represent old wine in new bottles? Critically analyse this statement. (250 words).

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10 Jul 2024 19:43

Focus : SC Direction : Centre to Frame Model Policy on Menstrual Leave

Ref : SC asks Centre to frame model policy on menstrual leave for women ; The Hindu 08 July 2024

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10 Jul 2024 04:16

4. Consider the following statements on the Convention for the Protection of Cultural Property in the Event of Armed Conflict, the Hague convention:

1. It was adopted in 1954 under the UNESCO framework to protect cultural heritage.
2. India is not a party to this convention.

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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10 Jul 2024 04:15

2. Consider the following statements on Neglected tropical diseases (NTDs):

1. Most of the NTDs are killing diseases.
2. No bacterial disease is listed as NTD by the World Health Organization

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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09 Jul 2024 14:31

MAINS MODEL Q&A:

Compare features of the French constitutional system with India and Analyse how the same ideals adapted to fit the unique needs and challenges of both countries. (250 words).

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08 Jul 2024 20:19

5. Aggregate Measurement of Support (AMS) is related to which of the following International agency?

a. World Bank
b. International Monetary Fund
c. World Trade Organisation
d. United Nations development programme

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10 Aug 2024 14:21

2. Consider the following statements Debris Free Space Missions (DFSM):
1. It aims to achieve debris-free space missions by all Indian space actors, governmental and non-governmental by 2030.
2. The ISRO system for safe and sustainable space operations management (IS4OM) will be the nodal point in implementing the DFSM.

Which among 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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10 Aug 2024 10:31

MAINS MODEL Q&A:

What is the significance of the Education Advisory Council (EdAC). How the newly constituted EdAC differs from already existing advisory councils. Examine (250 words).

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09 Aug 2024 16:02

MAINS MODEL Q&A:

“A well-nourished, healthy workforce is essential for sustainable development.” Critically examine the current status of nutrition in India and its impact on human development, considering recent government initiatives. (250 words).

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08 Aug 2024 15:02

MAINS MODEL Q&A:

Examine the converging trajectories and divergent characteristics of the British and Indian judicial systems. And discuss recent legal developments in both systems. (250 words).

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07 Aug 2024 19:59

5. Consider the following statements:
1. India didn't notify any area as Marine Protected Area.
2. Project Dolphin is an initiative to conserve only the oceanic dolphins.

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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12 Jul 2024 18:50

Focus : Integrated Tribal Development Program : An Analysis

Ref : T.N. government’s skill development training helps unemployed tribal youths get jobs ; The Hindu 10 July 1994.

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12 Jul 2024 09:26

4. The Indian defence force is receiving the Hermes-900 drones from which of the following country?

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

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12 Jul 2024 09:25

2. Consider the following statements on Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR):

1. It is the apex body in approving of drugs in India.
2. The Secretary, Department of Health Research is the director general of ICMR.

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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12 Jul 2024 06:15

Focus : India's Demographic Journey - Population Dynamics : An Analysis

Ref: India's demographic journey of hits and misses ; The Hindu 11 July 2024

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11 Jul 2024 05:01

MAINS MODEL Q&A:

Microfinance plays a pivotal role in promoting financial inclusion and grassroots development in India. In light of this, analyse the challenges encountered by microfinance institutions (MFIs) and propose solutions to address them. (250 words).

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10 Jul 2024 04:16

5. The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has launched an investigation into the construction of polling stations, schools, and other structures within Sonai Rupai Wildlife Sanctuary. This sanctuary is located in which of the following state?

a. Assam
b. Uttar Pradesh
c. Rajasthan
d. Mizoram

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10 Jul 2024 04:15

3. Consider the following statements on Aravalli hills:
1. The Aravalli hill range states includes Delhi, Haryana, Rajasthan and Gujarat.
2. The Supreme court has totally prohibited the mining activities in the Aravalli hills to address the environmental concern.

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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10 Jul 2024 04:14

1. The world's largest facility designed to remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere is operated in which of the following country?

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

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09 Jul 2024 12:50

Focus : Women Ministers in Parliament

Ref : Women Ministers increase their presence in the Houses, but remain stagnant in Union Ministry: Data ; The Hindu Dated 08 July 2024

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08 Jul 2024 20:19

4. Consider the following statements on INTERPOL:
1. It is an Intergovernmental organisation with India as one of its member.
2. National Security Agency is the designated National central bureau.

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