Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

26 Jul 2023 05:30

MAINS PRACTICE QUESTION:

The French system is neither purely parliamentary nor purely presidential. Elucidate the features of the French government system in comparison to India. (250 words).

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25 Jul 2023 18:22

Q5. Choose the correct statement on Right to Information:
1. The Right to Information Act mandates timely response to citizen requests for government information.
2. Political parties are deemed to be public institutions under the above said act.


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

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

25 Jul 2023 18:20

Q3. Consider the following regarding the Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PMJAY):
Statement-I: It is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme launched in 2018 to achieve the vision of Universal Health Coverage (UHC).
Statement-II: It is the largest health assurance scheme in the world, which aims at providing a health cover of Rs. 5 lakhs per family per year for Primary and secondary care hospitalisation to over 10.74 crores poor and vulnerable families.
 
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

25 Jul 2023 18:18

Q2. With respect to the Constitutional provisions related to delimitation consider the following:
1. The Constitution empowers the Election Commission to readjust the allocation of seats in the Lok Sabha and the state legislative assemblies after every census.
2. The Parliament has enacted four Delimitation Commission Acts so far, in 1952, 1962, 1982 and 2002.
3. The next delimitation will take place after 2026, when the freeze on the number of seats will end, according to the 97th constitutional amendment.
Which of the statements given above is/are incorrect?
 a) Only one
 b) Only two
 c) All three
 d) None of the above

Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

25 Jul 2023 17:56

Focus : Zero Hunger and the Road Ahead - An Analysis

Ref ; Explained | What has to be done to get to Zero Hunger? The Hindu Dt 24 July 2023


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Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

25 Jul 2023 05:31

MAINS PRACTICE QUESTION:

What is doctrine of ‘Harmonious Construction’? explain the application of doctrine with case laws (250 words).

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24 Jul 2023 14:30

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Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

24 Jul 2023 07:12

Q4. Consider the following regarding the Women in STEM
Statement-I: In India, about 43% of women constitute the graduate population in STEM, which is one of the highest in the world.
Statement-II:  According to available UNESCO data on some selected countries, India is at the lowest position, having only 24% female researchers working in STEM areas.
 
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

24 Jul 2023 07:10

Q2. Consider the following regarding the National Judicial Appointments Commission (NJAC):
1. The National Judicial Appointments Commission (NJAC) was established by the 101st constitutional amendment Act, of 2014.
2. NJAC consist of 5 persons was supposed to replace the collegium system for the appointment of judges.
3. Chief Justice of India is the Chairperson of NJAC.
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

24 Jul 2023 05:31

MAINS PRACTICE QUESTION:

Pressure groups play a vital role in participative governance. In this context discuss the different methods used by them to influence policymaking and its effectiveness. (250 words).

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Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

23 Jul 2023 14:30

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Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

23 Jul 2023 03:31

Focus : National Commission For Women : An Analysis

Ref : May 23, May 29, June 19: Three letters to Manipur officials on violence against women went unnoticed The Indian Express Dt 22 July 2023


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Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

22 Jul 2023 19:24

Q3. With reference to the SAMARTH scheme, consider the following statements:
1. Scheme for Capacity Building in Textiles Sector (SAMARTH) is a demand-driven and placement-oriented umbrella skilling programme.
2. In addition to the entry-level skilling, a special provision for upskilling/ re-skilling programme has also been operationalized under the scheme.
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

22 Jul 2023 19:20

Q1. Consider the following regarding the Goods and Services Tax Network (GSTN):
1. GSTN helps taxpayers in preparing, filing returns, making payments, and complying with indirect tax regulations.
2. It provides IT infrastructure and services to the Central and State Governments, taxpayers, and other stakeholders.
3. GSTN has been brought under the Section 66 of the Prevention of Money Laundering act.
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

22 Jul 2023 09:33

MAINS PRACTICE QUESTION:
Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT) was set up with the objective to provide speedy justice but the massive backlog and delay in disposing of cases defeats the very purpose of the tribunal. In light of the statement analyse the functioning of CAT. (250 words).

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Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

25 Jul 2023 18:44

Focus : Zero Hunger and the Road Ahead ; An Analysis

Ref ; Explained | What has to be done to get to Zero Hunger? The Hindu Dt 24 July 2023


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Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

25 Jul 2023 18:21

 
 
Q4. Consider the following statements:
An electoral college of the Vice-President- Elected members from Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha only.
The Chairman and the Deputy Chairman of the Rajya Sabha are not the members of that House.
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

25 Jul 2023 18:19

Focus : Zero Hunger and the Road Ahead ; An Analysis

Ref ; Explained | What has to be done to get to Zero Hunger? The Hindu Dt 24 July 2023


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Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

25 Jul 2023 18:15

Q1. Consider the following regarding the National Commission for Women:
1. It was set up as a constitutional body in 1992.
2. National Commission for Women submits all its reports to the President, which is laid before the Parliament during sessions.
3. It has all the powers of a civil court during investigation.

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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25 Jul 2023 14:30

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25 Jul 2023 04:31

Focus : Smart Cities : Dream Or Reality An Analysis

Ref ::Deadline pushed to 2024, Smart Cities working hard to showcase achievements ; The Indian Express 24 July 2023

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Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

24 Jul 2023 07:13

Q5. Consider the following regarding the PM MITRA Park Scheme
It is a scheme for the Person with disabilities to improve their accessibility.
It aims to improve the quality of transportation according to the PwD persons.
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

24 Jul 2023 07:11

Q3. With reference to the National Multidimensional Poverty Index 2023, consider the following statements:
1.The report follows Alkire-Foster methodology developed by its technical partners, the Oxford Poverty and Human Development Initiative (OPHI) and United Nations Development Programme (UNDP).
2. It considers Political Empowerment as one of the parameters to measure the poverty.
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

24 Jul 2023 07:09

Q1. Consider the following regarding the current status of marital rape in India
Marital Rape is covered under the definition of domestic violence which is defined under the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005.
Recently in India, the definition of rape under section 375 of Indian Penal Code includes marital rape as a criminal offence.
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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23 Jul 2023 16:31

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Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

23 Jul 2023 05:30

MAINS PRACTICE QUESTION:

The objective of decentralised planning is to arrive at an integrated, participatory coordinated idea for development of a local area. District planning Committees (DPC) play a significant role in it. In this context analyse the power, function and performance gaps of DPCs. (250 words).

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Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

22 Jul 2023 19:25

Q4. Consider the following regarding the difference between Fundamental Rights and DPSP:
1. Fundamental Rights are Borrowed from British Constitution (Bill of Rights) and DPSPs Borrowed from the Irish Constitution.
2. DPSPs are negative as they restrict the power of the state and the Fundamental Rights are positive as they require the State to take certain steps.
3. Fundamental Rights promote the ideal of socio-political democracy and DPSPs promote the ideal of social and economic democracy.
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

22 Jul 2023 19:22

Q2. Consider the following regarding the Senior Citizen Savings Scheme (SCSS)
1. Senior Citizen Savings Scheme (SCSS) is a government-backed investment option for Indian citizens who are 65 years or older who want to secure a regular income.
2. SCSS was launched in 2016 by the Ministry of Finance as a retirement benefit program for senior citizens.
3. The scheme aims to provide a safe and reliable source of income for senior citizens who have limited or no pension or other sources of income.

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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22 Jul 2023 19:18

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Polity & Governance by Karthikeyan

22 Jul 2023 07:41

Focus : Scope of Nursing Education: Status and Assessment in India

Ref : No nursing colleges in 40% of districts: Health Ministry The Hindu 20 July 2023

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