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1. Question
1 pointsThe species listed in Appendix I of UN Convention on Migratory Species are
- Great Indian Bustard
- Asian Elephant
- Bengal Florican
Select the correct answer code:
CorrectSolution: d)
The Great Indian Bustard, Asian Elephant and Bengal Florican have been included in Appendix I of UN Convention on Migratory Species. This was done at the 13th Conference of the Parties (COP) to the Convention on Migratory Species (CMS) in Gandhinagar (Gujarat).
IncorrectSolution: d)
The Great Indian Bustard, Asian Elephant and Bengal Florican have been included in Appendix I of UN Convention on Migratory Species. This was done at the 13th Conference of the Parties (COP) to the Convention on Migratory Species (CMS) in Gandhinagar (Gujarat).
- Question 2 of 5
2. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements regarding India’s imports of palm oil.
- In 2018-19, the bulk of the palm oil was imported from Malaysia.
- Palm oil stays relatively stable at high temperatures, and is therefore suitable for reuse.
- Palm oil is the main ingredient in Vanaspati.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
CorrectSolution: c)
India imported 64.15 lakh metric tonnes (MT) of crude palm oil (CPO) and 23.9 lakh MT of refined, bleached and deodorised (RBD) in 2018-19, the bulk of which was from Indonesia. Commerce Ministry data show India imported $10 billion worth of vegetable oil in 2019-20, making it the country’s fifth most valuable import after mineral oil ($141 bn), gold ($32 bn), coal ($26 bn), and telecom instruments such as cell phones ($17 bn). Palm oil is the cheapest edible oil available naturally. Its inert taste makes it suitable for use in foods ranging from baked goods to fried snacks. It stays relatively stable at high temperatures, and is therefore suitable for reuse and deep frying. It is the main ingredient in vanaspati (hydrogenated vegetable oil).
IncorrectSolution: c)
India imported 64.15 lakh metric tonnes (MT) of crude palm oil (CPO) and 23.9 lakh MT of refined, bleached and deodorised (RBD) in 2018-19, the bulk of which was from Indonesia. Commerce Ministry data show India imported $10 billion worth of vegetable oil in 2019-20, making it the country’s fifth most valuable import after mineral oil ($141 bn), gold ($32 bn), coal ($26 bn), and telecom instruments such as cell phones ($17 bn). Palm oil is the cheapest edible oil available naturally. Its inert taste makes it suitable for use in foods ranging from baked goods to fried snacks. It stays relatively stable at high temperatures, and is therefore suitable for reuse and deep frying. It is the main ingredient in vanaspati (hydrogenated vegetable oil).
- Question 3 of 5
3. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements.
- The revenue deficit maps the excess of revenue expenditure over revenue receipts.
- FRBM Act of 2003 mandated limiting the fiscal deficit to 3% of the nominal GDP and eliminate revenue deficit.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
CorrectSolution: c)
The Fiscal Responsibility and Budget Management Act, which was initiated in 2003 but has been tweaked several times since then, lays down the red lines for all types of government deficits including fiscal deficit.
The Revenue deficit maps maps the excess of revenue expenditure over revenue receipts.
The FRBM Act of 2003 had mandated that, apart from limiting the fiscal deficit to 3% of the nominal GDP, the revenue deficit should be brought down to 0%. This would have meant that all the government borrowing (or fiscal deficit) for the year would have funded only capital expenditure by the government.
IncorrectSolution: c)
The Fiscal Responsibility and Budget Management Act, which was initiated in 2003 but has been tweaked several times since then, lays down the red lines for all types of government deficits including fiscal deficit.
The Revenue deficit maps maps the excess of revenue expenditure over revenue receipts.
The FRBM Act of 2003 had mandated that, apart from limiting the fiscal deficit to 3% of the nominal GDP, the revenue deficit should be brought down to 0%. This would have meant that all the government borrowing (or fiscal deficit) for the year would have funded only capital expenditure by the government.
- Question 4 of 5
4. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements regarding the power of the Speaker of the Lok Sabha with respect to the suspension of a member of the house.
- In order to ensure that proceedings are conducted in the proper manner, the Speaker of the Lok Sabha is empowered to force a Member to withdraw from the House for the remaining part of the day, or to place him/her under suspension.
- The Speaker has the authority for the revocation of suspension.
- Similar function in Rajya Sabha is carried out by the Deputy Chairman of the Rajya Sabha.
Which of the above statements is/are incorrect?
CorrectSolution: b)
In order to ensure that proceedings are conducted in the proper manner, the Speaker is empowered to force a Member to withdraw from the House (for the remaining part of the day), or to place him/her under suspension. While the Speaker is empowered to place a Member under suspension, the authority for revocation of this order is not vested in her. It is for the House, if it so desires, to resolve on a motion to revoke the suspension. Like the Speaker in Lok Sabha, the Chairman of the Rajya Sabha is empowered under Rule Number 255 of its Rule Book to “direct any Member whose conduct is in his opinion grossly disorderly to withdraw immediately” from the House.
“…Any Member so ordered to withdraw shall do so forthwith and shall absent himself during the remainder of the day’s meeting.” The Chairman may “name a Member who disregards the authority of the Chair or abuses the rules of the Council by persistently and wilfully obstructing” business. In such a situation, the House may adopt a motion suspending the Member from the service of the House for a period not exceeding the remainder of the session. The House may, however, by another motion, terminate the suspension. Unlike the Speaker, however, the Rajya Sabha Chairman does not have the power to suspend a Member.
IncorrectSolution: b)
In order to ensure that proceedings are conducted in the proper manner, the Speaker is empowered to force a Member to withdraw from the House (for the remaining part of the day), or to place him/her under suspension. While the Speaker is empowered to place a Member under suspension, the authority for revocation of this order is not vested in her. It is for the House, if it so desires, to resolve on a motion to revoke the suspension. Like the Speaker in Lok Sabha, the Chairman of the Rajya Sabha is empowered under Rule Number 255 of its Rule Book to “direct any Member whose conduct is in his opinion grossly disorderly to withdraw immediately” from the House.
“…Any Member so ordered to withdraw shall do so forthwith and shall absent himself during the remainder of the day’s meeting.” The Chairman may “name a Member who disregards the authority of the Chair or abuses the rules of the Council by persistently and wilfully obstructing” business. In such a situation, the House may adopt a motion suspending the Member from the service of the House for a period not exceeding the remainder of the session. The House may, however, by another motion, terminate the suspension. Unlike the Speaker, however, the Rajya Sabha Chairman does not have the power to suspend a Member.
- Question 5 of 5
5. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements regarding Van Dhan Vikas Karyakram.
- Van Dhan Vikas Karyakram is an initiative targeting livelihood generation for tribal population by harnessing the wealth of forest.
- The programme aims to tap into the traditional knowledge and skill sets of tribal people by adding technology and Information Technology.
- Implementation of Van Dhan Vikas Karyakram is through Van Dhan Kendras.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
CorrectSolution: d)
Van Dhan Vikas Karyakram is an initiative targeting livelihood generation for tribal population by harnessing the wealth of forest i.e. Van Dhan. The programme aims to tap into the traditional knowledge and skill sets of tribal people by adding technology and Information Technology for upgradation of output at each stage and to convert the tribal wisdom into a remunerative economic activity. Van Dhan Vikas Karyakram seeks to promote and leverage the collective strength of tribal people to achieve a viable scale.
Implementation of Van Dhan Vikas Karyakram is through Van Dhan Kendras. Selection of a place for setting up of a Van Dhan Kendra is dependent upon the area’s potential and availability of land to be provided by the State Government. The number of Van Dhan Kendras developed depends on the above factors.
IncorrectSolution: d)
Van Dhan Vikas Karyakram is an initiative targeting livelihood generation for tribal population by harnessing the wealth of forest i.e. Van Dhan. The programme aims to tap into the traditional knowledge and skill sets of tribal people by adding technology and Information Technology for upgradation of output at each stage and to convert the tribal wisdom into a remunerative economic activity. Van Dhan Vikas Karyakram seeks to promote and leverage the collective strength of tribal people to achieve a viable scale.
Implementation of Van Dhan Vikas Karyakram is through Van Dhan Kendras. Selection of a place for setting up of a Van Dhan Kendra is dependent upon the area’s potential and availability of land to be provided by the State Government. The number of Van Dhan Kendras developed depends on the above factors.