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21 Jul 2023 15:30

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21 Jul 2023 06:30

MAINS PRACTICE QUESTION:
National Multi-Dimensional Poverty Index (MPI) drawing up comprehensive Reform Action Plans with the larger goal of improving India’s position in the Global. Considering the recent National MPI findings, analyse the status of India in poverty alleviation. (250 words).

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21 Jul 2023 04:27

Q4. Consider the following regarding the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act
Statement-I: The POCSO Act was enacted in 2012, criminalises sex between a minor and an adult.
Statement-II: Men who married girls between 14 and 18 years are booked under the act.
 
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
 a) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is the correct explanation for Statement-I
 b) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is not the correct explanation for Statement-I
 c) Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-II is correct
 d) Statement-I is correct but Statement-II is incorrect
 

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21 Jul 2023 04:25

Q2. Consider the following regarding the 'National Multidimensional Poverty Index: A Progress of Review 2023'
Statement-I: It revealed that India's multidimensional poverty rate, which measures the deprivations faced by people in health, education and living standards increased due to COVID 19.
Statement-II: It highlighted that Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Madhya Pradesh, Odisha and Rajasthan witnessed the fastest reduction in multidimensional poverty among all states.
 
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
 a) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is the correct explanation for Statement-I
 b) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is not the correct explanation for Statement-I
 c) Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-II is correct
 d) Statement-I is correct but Statement-II is incorrect
 

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20 Jul 2023 14:31

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20 Jul 2023 03:30

Focus : Right to Strike An Analysis

Ref : EPS-95 pensioners to go on hunger strike on Thursday, demand Rs 7,500 minimum monthly pension ; The Economic Times Dt 19 July 2023

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20 Jul 2023 02:49

Q4. Consider the following statements regarding One District One Product (ODOP) programme:
1. It was launched by the Ministry of Food Processing Industries.
2.It aims to help districts reach their full potential, foster economic and socio-cultural growth, and create employment opportunities, especially, in urban areas.
Which of the statements given above is/are not correct?
 a) 1 only
 b) 2 only
 c) Both 1 and 2
 d) Neither 1 nor 2
 

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

20 Jul 2023 02:47

Q2. Under which commission's recommendations the institution of Lokpal and Lokayukta was constituted?
A)    1st Administrative Reforms Commission
B)    Mehta Commission
C)    Lokur Commission
D)    Mandal Commission
 

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19 Jul 2023 18:55

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18 Jul 2023 19:11

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18 Jul 2023 17:50

Q4. Which of the following articles is regarding the impeachment of President of India?
A)    Article 56
B)    Article 58
C)    Article 61
D)    Article 62
 

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

18 Jul 2023 17:48

Q2. Consider the following statements:
1. The Goods and Service Tax (GST) Council is a Constitutional body constituted by the President of India.
2. The members of the GST Council include the Prime Minister (chairperson), the Union Minister of State (Finance) from the Centre.
Which of the statements given above is/are incorrect?
 a) 1 only
 b) 2 only
 c) Both 1 and 2
 d) Neither 1 nor 2
 

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18 Jul 2023 17:30

Focus : International Tax Regime and Global Minimum Corporate Tax

Ref : 15% global minimum tax to come into effect next year: OECD The Economic Times 18 July 2023

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17 Jul 2023 18:52

Focus : Digital Personal Data Protection Bill 2022

Ref : Data protection Bill: Hiding behind consent ; The Indian Express The Indian Express 14 July 2023

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17 Jul 2023 07:20

Q5. Consider the following statements on defamation:
1. Under article 19(2) “defamation” is one among the exceptions to free speech.
2. In criminal defamation, the actual harm inflicted is not a condition to constitute offence, as intention or knowledge is sufficient.

Choose the correct code from the following
a. 1 only
b. 2 only
c. Both 1 and 2
d. Neither 1 nor 2

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

21 Jul 2023 07:15

Focus : Legal Scope of Marital Rape In India ; An Analysis

Ref : Supreme Court to list marital rape petitions for hearing: What are the issues, arguments involved? The Indian Express 20 July 2023


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21 Jul 2023 04:28

Q5. Consider the following regarding the Digital Person Data Protection Bill, 2022:
1. Personal data is defined as any data about an individual who is identifiable by or in relation to such data.
2. This bill has been formulated by the Ministry of Science and Technology.
3. If the Personal data is being processed only for a lawful purpose no consent is needed.

Which of the above statements are correct?
 a) 1 only
 b) 2 and 3 only
 c) 2 only
 d) 1, 2 and 3
 

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21 Jul 2023 04:26

Q3. Consider the following regarding the Senior Advocates:
1. A senior advocate can be allowed to appear without an Advocate -on-record or any junior.
2. The famous Indira Jaising Case is related to the existing process of designation of the Senior Advocates
Which of the statements given above is/are incorrect?
 a) 1 only
 b) 2 only
 c) Both 1 and 2
 d) Neither 1 nor 2

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

21 Jul 2023 04:24

Q1. Consider the following regarding the Right to silence
1. The Right to silence emanates from Article 21 of the Indian Constitution, “which states that no one can be compelled to be a witness against himself.”
2. The provision gives an accused the right against self-incrimination, a fundamental canon of law.
Which of the statements 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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20 Jul 2023 06:31

MAINS PRACTICE QUESTION:
“Under the federal structure of India, power and function of parliament and state legislature is not even” Elucidate. (250 words).

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20 Jul 2023 02:50

Q5. Consider the following regarding the eDAR Project
1. The Integrated Road Accident Database is an initiative of World Bank in India.
2. The project aims to develop an Integrated Road Accident Database (iRAD), to enrich the accident databases from every parts of the country.
Which of the statements given above is/are incorrect?
 a) 1 only
 b) 2 only
 c) Both 1 and 2
 d) Neither 1 nor 2
 
 

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20 Jul 2023 02:48

Q3. Consider the following regarding the Political Safeguards of the Scheduled Tribes
1. Article 243: Reservation of seats in Panchayats
2. Article 330: Reservation of seats for STs in State Legislatures
3. Article 332: Reservation of seats for STs in Lok Sabha.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
 a) Only one
 b) Only two
 c) All three
 d) None of the above

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

20 Jul 2023 02:46

Q1. Consider the following regarding the Leader of Opposition:
Statement-I: Leader of Opposition is a Constitutional office and also recognised in the Salary and Allowances of Leaders of Opposition in the Parliament Act, 1977.
Statement-II: The Speaker needs to recognise him/her as the Leader of Opposition.
 
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
 a) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is the correct explanation for Statement-I
 b) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is not the correct explanation for Statement-I
 c) Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-II is correct
 d) Statement-I is correct but Statement-II is incorrect
 

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

19 Jul 2023 04:30

MAINS PRACTICE QUESTION:
“Soul Of Good Governance is Administration at Citizens' Doorsteps In Villages”. Panchayats and Samitis have to be effective instruments at the local level of governance. Critically discuss. (250 words).

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18 Jul 2023 17:51

Q5. Consider the following regarding the Atal Innovation Mission (AIM):
1. It is the Government of India’s flagship initiative to promote a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship in the country and was set up in 2015.
2. All the initiatives of AIM are currently monitored and managed systematically using real-time MIS (Management Information System) systems and dynamic dashboards.
3. It is being implemented by the NITI Aayog.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
 a) Only one
 b) Only two
 c) All three
 d) None of the above
 
 
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Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

18 Jul 2023 17:49

Q3. Consider the following regarding the  ‘Atal Vayo Abhyuday Yojana’
1. The Ministry of Tribals Affairs introduced Atal Vayo Abhyuday Yojana (AVYAY) to empower tribals in India.
2. It aims to ensure tribals active participation and inclusion in all aspects of life. 

Which of the statements 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

18 Jul 2023 17:47

Q1. Consider the following regarding the Gender Budgeting in India.
1. Gender Budget Statement (GBS) was first introduced in the Indian Budget in 2005-06.
2. India's women participation in labour force had crossed the 50 percentage mark.

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

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18 Jul 2023 08:31

MAINS PRACTICE QUESTION:
Opposition is a system of checks and balances whereby the constitution guards against and corrects its own excesses. In order to fulfil their responsibilities, the opposition should focus on substantial issues rather than resorting to disruptive tactics- Elucidate. (250 words).

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17 Jul 2023 14:30

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17 Jul 2023 07:19

Q4. Consider the following statements on the Standing Committee on Statistics (SCoS):
1. It review the framework and results of all surveys conducted under the aegis of the National Statistical Office (NSO).
2. Minister of Statistics and Programme Implementation is the chairman of the committee.

Choose the correct correct code from the following:
a. 1 only
b. 2 only
c. Both 1 and 2
d. Neither 1 nor 2