INSIGHTS CURRENT Affairs RTM - 2020
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- Question 1 of 10
1. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements:
- The president of India can summon a session of parliament at such a place as he/she thinks fit.
- The constitution of India provides for three sessions of the parliament in a year but it is not mandatory to conduct all the sessions
- There is no minimum number of days that the parliament is required to meet in a year
Which of the above given statements is/are correct?
CorrectAns: (c)
Explanation:
- S1 and S2: Article 85(1) of the Constitution empowers the President to summon each House of Parliament to meet at such time and place as he thinks fit, but six months shall not intervene between its last sitting in one Session and the date appointed for its first sitting in the next Session.
- S3: This is correct, refer to the explanation above.
- Constitutional Provisions:
- Article 85 requires that there should not be a gap of more than six months between two sessions of Parliament.
- The Constitution does not specify when or for how many days Parliament should meet.
Refer: http://legislative.gov.in/sites/default/files/coi-4March2016.pdf
IncorrectAns: (c)
Explanation:
- S1 and S2: Article 85(1) of the Constitution empowers the President to summon each House of Parliament to meet at such time and place as he thinks fit, but six months shall not intervene between its last sitting in one Session and the date appointed for its first sitting in the next Session.
- S3: This is correct, refer to the explanation above.
- Constitutional Provisions:
- Article 85 requires that there should not be a gap of more than six months between two sessions of Parliament.
- The Constitution does not specify when or for how many days Parliament should meet.
Refer: http://legislative.gov.in/sites/default/files/coi-4March2016.pdf
- Question 2 of 10
2. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements about Question hour?
- It denotes the time immediately following the Zero Hour in both Houses of Parliament.
- It is mentioned in the Rules of Procedure of the House.
- During this time, the members ask questions and the ministers usually give answers.
Which of the given above statements is/are correct?
CorrectAns: (b)
Explanation:
- What is Question hour?
- The first hour of every parliamentary sitting is termed as Question hour.
- It is mentioned in the Rules of Procedure of the House.
- During this time, the members ask questions and the ministers usually give answers
- Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2020/03/17/what-are-starred-questions-2/
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/01/05/budget-session/
IncorrectAns: (b)
Explanation:
- What is Question hour?
- The first hour of every parliamentary sitting is termed as Question hour.
- It is mentioned in the Rules of Procedure of the House.
- During this time, the members ask questions and the ministers usually give answers
- Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2020/03/17/what-are-starred-questions-2/
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/01/05/budget-session/
- Question 3 of 10
3. Question
1 pointsWith reference to Indian Parliament, which one of the following is not correct?
CorrectAns: (a)
Explanation: here the directive word is not correct!!
- Context:
- The budget session of Parliament is expected to be held under similar COVID-19 safety measures and restrictions, including strict physical distancing norms, that were in place for the monsoon session.
- So far, there is no clarity on whether the Question Hour which was suspended during the monsoon session as part of the COVID-19 restrictions will resume in the budget session.
- According to Article 114 of the Constitution, no amount can be withdrawn from the consolidated fund of India without the authorisation from Parliament or legislatures of the states. Due to this, the Parliament, as well as the state Assemblies need to pass appropriation bills as a part of the Budget exercise to be able to withdraw money from the consolidated fund of Union or state to spend it on various public expenditure programmes and to run day-to-day affairs of government.
- Appropriation Bill can be defined as a kind of Money Bill passed annually (or at various times of the year) providing for the withdrawal or appropriation from and out of the Consolidated Fund of India, of moneys, voted by Lok Sabha and moneys charged on the Consolidated Fund for the services of a financial year or a part of a financial year.
- Appropriation Bill, after it is passed by Lok Sabha is sent to the Rajya Sabha as Appropriation Bill and is certified by the Speaker as a Money Bill. Rajya Sabha has the power to recommend amendments in the Finance Bill. However, it is for Lok Sabha to accept or reject the recommendations.
- Therefore, Appropriation Bill is a Money Bill, RS has only recommendatory power and need not be passed by RS.
- Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2020/03/17/appropriation-bill/
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/01/05/budget-session/
IncorrectAns: (a)
Explanation: here the directive word is not correct!!
- Context:
- The budget session of Parliament is expected to be held under similar COVID-19 safety measures and restrictions, including strict physical distancing norms, that were in place for the monsoon session.
- So far, there is no clarity on whether the Question Hour which was suspended during the monsoon session as part of the COVID-19 restrictions will resume in the budget session.
- According to Article 114 of the Constitution, no amount can be withdrawn from the consolidated fund of India without the authorisation from Parliament or legislatures of the states. Due to this, the Parliament, as well as the state Assemblies need to pass appropriation bills as a part of the Budget exercise to be able to withdraw money from the consolidated fund of Union or state to spend it on various public expenditure programmes and to run day-to-day affairs of government.
- Appropriation Bill can be defined as a kind of Money Bill passed annually (or at various times of the year) providing for the withdrawal or appropriation from and out of the Consolidated Fund of India, of moneys, voted by Lok Sabha and moneys charged on the Consolidated Fund for the services of a financial year or a part of a financial year.
- Appropriation Bill, after it is passed by Lok Sabha is sent to the Rajya Sabha as Appropriation Bill and is certified by the Speaker as a Money Bill. Rajya Sabha has the power to recommend amendments in the Finance Bill. However, it is for Lok Sabha to accept or reject the recommendations.
- Therefore, Appropriation Bill is a Money Bill, RS has only recommendatory power and need not be passed by RS.
- Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2020/03/17/appropriation-bill/
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/01/05/budget-session/
- Question 4 of 10
4. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements with reference to “Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960”:
- This Act restricts the exhibition and training of performing animals as per the list maintained by the state government.
- The Animal Welfare Board of India was formed under this Act.
Which of the given above statements is/are correct?
CorrectAns: (b)
Explanation:
- Stat2: Established in 1962 under Section 4 of The Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960, the Animal Welfare Board of India is a statutory advisory body advising the Government of India on animal welfare laws, and promotes animal welfare in the country of India.
- Stat1: Section 22 of the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960 restricts the exhibition and training of performing animals as per the list maintained by the central government.
- Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2020/07/22/survey-on-animals-in-circuses/
IncorrectAns: (b)
Explanation:
- Stat2: Established in 1962 under Section 4 of The Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960, the Animal Welfare Board of India is a statutory advisory body advising the Government of India on animal welfare laws, and promotes animal welfare in the country of India.
- Stat1: Section 22 of the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960 restricts the exhibition and training of performing animals as per the list maintained by the central government.
- Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2020/07/22/survey-on-animals-in-circuses/
- Question 5 of 10
5. Question
1 pointsWho designates any organisation as religious denomination for the purpose of Article 26?
CorrectAns: (a)
Explanation:
- Supreme Court held that a religious denomination must satisfy three conditions:
- It should be a collection of individuals who have a system of beliefs (doctrines) which they regard as conductive to their spiritual well-being
- It should have a common organisation
- It should be designated by a distinctive name
- Under the above criteria, the Supreme Court held that the ‘Ramakrishna Mission’ and ‘Ananda Marga’ are religious denominations within the Hindu religion. It also held that Aurobindo Society is not a religious denomination.
IncorrectAns: (a)
Explanation:
- Supreme Court held that a religious denomination must satisfy three conditions:
- It should be a collection of individuals who have a system of beliefs (doctrines) which they regard as conductive to their spiritual well-being
- It should have a common organisation
- It should be designated by a distinctive name
- Under the above criteria, the Supreme Court held that the ‘Ramakrishna Mission’ and ‘Ananda Marga’ are religious denominations within the Hindu religion. It also held that Aurobindo Society is not a religious denomination.
- Question 6 of 10
6. Question
1 pointsRecently the ‘Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action’ (JCPOA) was in news, is commonly referred as:
CorrectAns: (b)
Explanation: What is the iran nuclear deal?
- Iran agreed to rein in its nuclear programme in a 2015 deal struck with the US, UK, Russia, China, France and Germany.
- Under the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPoA) Tehran agreed to significantly cut its stores of centrifuges, enriched uranium and heavy-water, all key components for nuclear weapons.
- The JCPOA established the Joint Commission, with the negotiating parties all represented, to monitor implementation of the agreement.
IncorrectAns: (b)
Explanation: What is the iran nuclear deal?
- Iran agreed to rein in its nuclear programme in a 2015 deal struck with the US, UK, Russia, China, France and Germany.
- Under the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPoA) Tehran agreed to significantly cut its stores of centrifuges, enriched uranium and heavy-water, all key components for nuclear weapons.
- The JCPOA established the Joint Commission, with the negotiating parties all represented, to monitor implementation of the agreement.
- Question 7 of 10
7. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements about International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA):
- The IAEA is an autonomous international organization within the United Nations system.
- It reports to both the United Nations General Assembly and Security Council.
Which of the given above statements is/are correct?
CorrectAns: (c)
Explanation: About International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA):
- The IAEA is an autonomous international organization within the United Nations system
- Set up as the world’s “Atoms for Peace” organization in 1957.
- Reports to both the United Nations General Assembly and Security Council.
- Headquarters in Vienna, Austria.
IncorrectAns: (c)
Explanation: About International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA):
- The IAEA is an autonomous international organization within the United Nations system
- Set up as the world’s “Atoms for Peace” organization in 1957.
- Reports to both the United Nations General Assembly and Security Council.
- Headquarters in Vienna, Austria.
- Question 8 of 10
8. Question
1 pointsIndia has officially declared itself free from which of the following diseases?
- Chikungunya
- Yaws
- Avian Influenza (bird flu)
- Smallpox
Select the correct answer code:
CorrectAns: (c)
Explanation:
- India is not free from Chikungunya disease which is carried mainly by mosquitoes.
- India has become the first country in the world to get the Yaws-free certificate by the WHO.
- India has officially declared itself free from highly contagious Avian Influenza (H5N1) or bird flu and has notified the same to the World Organization for Animal Health (OIE).
- About Avian influenza (bird flu):
- It is a viral infection that can infect not only birds, but also humans and other animals. Most forms of the virus are restricted to birds.
- It is a highly contagious viral disease affecting several species of food-producing birds (chickens, turkeys, quails, guinea fowl, etc.), as well as pet birds and wild birds.
- Occasionally mammals, including humans, may contract avian influenza.
- Influenza A viruses are classified into subtypes based on two surface proteins, Hemagglutinin (HA) and Neuraminidase (NA).
- Influenza A(H5N8) virus:
- According to Paris-based World Organisation for Animal Health, H5N8 avian influenza is a disease of birds, caused by Type “A” influenza viruses, which can affect several species of domestic poultry, such as chickens, turkeys, quails, guinea fowl, ducks, as well as pet birds, wild migratory birds and water fowl.
- About Avian influenza (bird flu):
- Smallpox was declared by WHO to be eradicated in 1979 from the World.
IncorrectAns: (c)
Explanation:
- India is not free from Chikungunya disease which is carried mainly by mosquitoes.
- India has become the first country in the world to get the Yaws-free certificate by the WHO.
- India has officially declared itself free from highly contagious Avian Influenza (H5N1) or bird flu and has notified the same to the World Organization for Animal Health (OIE).
- About Avian influenza (bird flu):
- It is a viral infection that can infect not only birds, but also humans and other animals. Most forms of the virus are restricted to birds.
- It is a highly contagious viral disease affecting several species of food-producing birds (chickens, turkeys, quails, guinea fowl, etc.), as well as pet birds and wild birds.
- Occasionally mammals, including humans, may contract avian influenza.
- Influenza A viruses are classified into subtypes based on two surface proteins, Hemagglutinin (HA) and Neuraminidase (NA).
- Influenza A(H5N8) virus:
- According to Paris-based World Organisation for Animal Health, H5N8 avian influenza is a disease of birds, caused by Type “A” influenza viruses, which can affect several species of domestic poultry, such as chickens, turkeys, quails, guinea fowl, ducks, as well as pet birds, wild migratory birds and water fowl.
- About Avian influenza (bird flu):
- Smallpox was declared by WHO to be eradicated in 1979 from the World.
- Question 9 of 10
9. Question
1 pointsIn the context of which of the following Government of India ordered the thermal power plants to install Flue Gas Desulphurization (FGD) units?
CorrectAns: (c)
Explanation:
- Context:
- The Ministry of Power has proposed pushing back deadlines for adoption of new emission norms by coal fired power plants, saying “an unworkable time schedule” would burden utilities and lead to an increase in power tariffs.
- Details:
- The Centre had initially set a 2017 deadline for thermal power plants to comply with emissions standards for installing Flue Gas Desulphurization (FGD) units that cut emissions of toxic sulphur dioxide.
- That was later changed to varying deadlines for different regions ending in 2022. Under the latest proposal, no new dates have been set.
- The target should be to maintain uniform ambient air quality across the country and not uniform emission norms for thermal power plants.
- What is flue gas desulphurisation?
- Removal of Sulfur Dioxide is called as Flue-gas Desulphurization (FGD).
- It seeks to remove gaseous pollutants viz. SO2 from exhaust flue gases generated in furnaces,boilers, and other industrial processes due to thermal processing, treatment, and combustion.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/01/05/flue-gas-desulphurization/
IncorrectAns: (c)
Explanation:
- Context:
- The Ministry of Power has proposed pushing back deadlines for adoption of new emission norms by coal fired power plants, saying “an unworkable time schedule” would burden utilities and lead to an increase in power tariffs.
- Details:
- The Centre had initially set a 2017 deadline for thermal power plants to comply with emissions standards for installing Flue Gas Desulphurization (FGD) units that cut emissions of toxic sulphur dioxide.
- That was later changed to varying deadlines for different regions ending in 2022. Under the latest proposal, no new dates have been set.
- The target should be to maintain uniform ambient air quality across the country and not uniform emission norms for thermal power plants.
- What is flue gas desulphurisation?
- Removal of Sulfur Dioxide is called as Flue-gas Desulphurization (FGD).
- It seeks to remove gaseous pollutants viz. SO2 from exhaust flue gases generated in furnaces,boilers, and other industrial processes due to thermal processing, treatment, and combustion.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/01/05/flue-gas-desulphurization/
- Question 10 of 10
10. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements regarding Pangolins.
- Pangolins are the only mammals wholly-covered in scales and they use those scales to protect themselves from predators in the wild.
- They are one of the most trafficked mammals in Asia.
- Indian Pangolin is listed under Schedule I Part I of the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
CorrectAns: (d)
Explanation: Key Facts:
- Pangolin is the only scaly mammal on the planet.
- According to CITES, it is also the most illegally traded vertebrate within its class (Mammalia).
- Of the eight species of pangolin worldwide, two are found in India. They are Chinese pangolin, mostly found in northeast India and Indian pangolin.
- Chinese pangolin has been listed as “critically endangered”.
- Indian pangolin (Manis crassicaudata) has been listed as “endangered”.
- It is also a Schedule I category protected animal, under the Wildlife Protection Act (1972).
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/01/05/insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-5-january-2021/
IncorrectAns: (d)
Explanation: Key Facts:
- Pangolin is the only scaly mammal on the planet.
- According to CITES, it is also the most illegally traded vertebrate within its class (Mammalia).
- Of the eight species of pangolin worldwide, two are found in India. They are Chinese pangolin, mostly found in northeast India and Indian pangolin.
- Chinese pangolin has been listed as “critically endangered”.
- Indian pangolin (Manis crassicaudata) has been listed as “endangered”.
- It is also a Schedule I category protected animal, under the Wildlife Protection Act (1972).
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/01/05/insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-5-january-2021/