INSIGHTS CURRENT Affairs RTM - 2020
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As revision is the key to success in this exam, we are starting a new initiative where you will revise current affairs effectively through MCQs (RTM) that are solely based on Insights Daily Current Affairs.
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We will post nearly 10 MCQs every day which are based on previous day’s Insights current affairs. Tonight we will be posting RTM questions on the Insights current affairs of October 3, 2019.
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Question 1 of 10
1. Question
1 pointsIt was commissioned in 1660 by the Mughal emperor Aurangzeb in the memory of his first and chief wife Dilras Banu Begum. The structure, known as the ‘Taj of the Deccan’ because of its striking resemblance to the Taj Mahal. It is considered to be a symbol of Aurangzeb’s ‘conjugal fidelity’. It is
Correct
Ans: (c)
Explanation:
- India, the homeland of the original Taj, has several replicas spread across the nation:
- Bibi Ka Maqbara in Aurangabad, Maharashtra; also called as the ‘Taj of the Deccan’ was built by Shah Jahan’s own grandson, Aurangzeb as an attempt to outdo the original Taj.
- Shahzadi Ka Maqbara, in Chota Imambara, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh.
- Maqbara Yadgare Mohabbat Tajammuli Begum, also known as Mini Taj Mahal in Bulandshahr district, Uttar Pradesh was built by a poor pensioner Faizul Hasan Quadri, in memory of his wife Late Tajammuli Begum in his nondescript village in Northern India.
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- There is a long standing demand of the Shiv Sena for renaming Aurangabad city in Maharashtra as Sambahji Nagar.
- The city and its name:
- Aurangabad was built in 1610 by Malik Ambar of the Nijamshahi dynasty.
- It’s known for the 17th-century marble Bibi ka Maqbara shrine, styled on the Taj Mahal.
- It was renamed Aurangabad by Mughal emperor Aurangzeb when he made it his capital.
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Ans: (c)
Explanation:
- India, the homeland of the original Taj, has several replicas spread across the nation:
- Bibi Ka Maqbara in Aurangabad, Maharashtra; also called as the ‘Taj of the Deccan’ was built by Shah Jahan’s own grandson, Aurangzeb as an attempt to outdo the original Taj.
- Shahzadi Ka Maqbara, in Chota Imambara, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh.
- Maqbara Yadgare Mohabbat Tajammuli Begum, also known as Mini Taj Mahal in Bulandshahr district, Uttar Pradesh was built by a poor pensioner Faizul Hasan Quadri, in memory of his wife Late Tajammuli Begum in his nondescript village in Northern India.
- Context:
- There is a long standing demand of the Shiv Sena for renaming Aurangabad city in Maharashtra as Sambahji Nagar.
- The city and its name:
- Aurangabad was built in 1610 by Malik Ambar of the Nijamshahi dynasty.
- It’s known for the 17th-century marble Bibi ka Maqbara shrine, styled on the Taj Mahal.
- It was renamed Aurangabad by Mughal emperor Aurangzeb when he made it his capital.
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Question 2 of 10
2. Question
1 pointsWhich of the following statements is/are incorrect regarding Judicial Review?
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- Indian Constitution confers the power of judicial review to Supreme Court only.
- The purpose of the judicial review is to review constitutional amendments only.
- Judicial review is a part of the basic structure of the constitution.
Select the correct answer using the code below:
Correct
Ans: (a)
Explanation: here the directive word is incorrect!!
- Judicial review is the power of Judiciary to review any act or order of Legislative and Executive wings and to pronounce upon the constitutional validity when challenged by the affected person.
- In India the Constitution confers the power of judicial review on the judiciary (both the Supreme Court as well as High Courts). Further, the Supreme Court has declared the power of judicial review as a basic feature of the Constitution or an element of the basic structure of the Constitution. Hence, the power of judicial review cannot be curtailed or excluded even by a constitutional amendment.
- Judicial review can be classified into the following three categories:
- Judicial review of constitutional amendments.
- Judicial review of legislation of the Parliament and State Legislatures and subordinate legislations.
- Judicial review of administrative action of the Union and State and authorities under the state.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/01/06/judicial-review/
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Ans: (a)
Explanation: here the directive word is incorrect!!
- Judicial review is the power of Judiciary to review any act or order of Legislative and Executive wings and to pronounce upon the constitutional validity when challenged by the affected person.
- In India the Constitution confers the power of judicial review on the judiciary (both the Supreme Court as well as High Courts). Further, the Supreme Court has declared the power of judicial review as a basic feature of the Constitution or an element of the basic structure of the Constitution. Hence, the power of judicial review cannot be curtailed or excluded even by a constitutional amendment.
- Judicial review can be classified into the following three categories:
- Judicial review of constitutional amendments.
- Judicial review of legislation of the Parliament and State Legislatures and subordinate legislations.
- Judicial review of administrative action of the Union and State and authorities under the state.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/01/06/judicial-review/
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Question 3 of 10
3. Question
1 pointsConsider the following pairs:
Towns/Cities sometimes mentioned Country in news
- Doha Bahrain
- Dubai Saudi Arabia
- Manama Kuwait
Which of the pairs given above is/are not correctly matched?
Correct
Ans: (d)
Explanation: here the directive word is not correctly matched!!
- Doha – Capital of Qatar
- Dubai – City in the United Arab Emirates
- Manama – Capital of Bahrain
- Context:
- Gulf leaders have signed a “solidarity and stability” deal after leaders of Saudi Arabia and Qatar publicly embraced, bringing Doha back into the regional fold after a three-year-long rift.
- What was the dispute?
- Saudi Arabia had led a coalition of countries in the Gulf and beyond to cut ties and transport links with Qatar in June 2017, charging that it was too close to Iran and backed radical Islamist groups allegations that Doha denied.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/01/06/gulf-leaders-sign-deal-to-end-years-long-dispute/
Incorrect
Ans: (d)
Explanation: here the directive word is not correctly matched!!
- Doha – Capital of Qatar
- Dubai – City in the United Arab Emirates
- Manama – Capital of Bahrain
- Context:
- Gulf leaders have signed a “solidarity and stability” deal after leaders of Saudi Arabia and Qatar publicly embraced, bringing Doha back into the regional fold after a three-year-long rift.
- What was the dispute?
- Saudi Arabia had led a coalition of countries in the Gulf and beyond to cut ties and transport links with Qatar in June 2017, charging that it was too close to Iran and backed radical Islamist groups allegations that Doha denied.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/01/06/gulf-leaders-sign-deal-to-end-years-long-dispute/
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Question 4 of 10
4. Question
1 pointsWhich of the following are the critical components of Ujwal DISCOM Assurance Yojana (UDAY) scheme.
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- Reduction in the aggregate technical and commercial (AT&C) losses.
- Timely reduction of tariffs.
- Elimination of the gap between average per unit of cost and revenue realised.
Select the correct answer code:
Correct
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- Almost five years after the launch of the Ujwal DISCOM Assurance Yojana (UDAY), there are indications that the power sector is once again in trouble. Not only have losses of state-owned distribution companies (discoms) risen, but their dues for power purchases have also surged.
- The UDAY scheme, which involved state governments taking over the debt of discoms, had three critical components: A reduction in the aggregate technical and commercial (AT&C) losses, timely revision of tariffs, and elimination of the gap between average per unit of cost and revenue realised.
- While progress has been made on some of these fronts, it hasn’t been in line with the targets laid out under UDAY. AT&C losses have declined in some states, but not to the extent envisaged. Under UDAY, discoms were to bring down AT&C losses to 15 per cent by FY19. Similarly, while some states have raised power tariffs, the hikes have not been sufficient as political considerations prevailed over commercial decisions. As a result, the gap between the average cost per unit of power and the revenue realised has not declined in the manner envisaged, forcing discoms to reduce their power purchases and delay payments to power producers. This in turn has impaired the ability of power generating companies to service their debt, causing stress to the banking sector.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/01/06/kochi-mangaluru-lng-pipeline/
Incorrect
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- Almost five years after the launch of the Ujwal DISCOM Assurance Yojana (UDAY), there are indications that the power sector is once again in trouble. Not only have losses of state-owned distribution companies (discoms) risen, but their dues for power purchases have also surged.
- The UDAY scheme, which involved state governments taking over the debt of discoms, had three critical components: A reduction in the aggregate technical and commercial (AT&C) losses, timely revision of tariffs, and elimination of the gap between average per unit of cost and revenue realised.
- While progress has been made on some of these fronts, it hasn’t been in line with the targets laid out under UDAY. AT&C losses have declined in some states, but not to the extent envisaged. Under UDAY, discoms were to bring down AT&C losses to 15 per cent by FY19. Similarly, while some states have raised power tariffs, the hikes have not been sufficient as political considerations prevailed over commercial decisions. As a result, the gap between the average cost per unit of power and the revenue realised has not declined in the manner envisaged, forcing discoms to reduce their power purchases and delay payments to power producers. This in turn has impaired the ability of power generating companies to service their debt, causing stress to the banking sector.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/01/06/kochi-mangaluru-lng-pipeline/
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Question 5 of 10
5. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements.
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- The right to carry on trade or business using the Internet are constitutionally protected.
- In India, Information Technology Act, 2000 is the only law that deal with suspension of Internet services.
- Section 144 CrPC gives power to a District Magistrate to block the internet access.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- The Supreme Court declared that the fundamental right to freedom of speech and expression and the right to carry on trade or business using the Internet are constitutionally protected. The Information Technology Act, 2000, the Criminal Procedure Code (CrPC), 1973 and the Telegraph Act, 1885 are the three laws that deal with suspension of Internet services.
- What is Section 144?
- It gives power to a District Magistrate, a sub- divisional Magistrate or any other Executive Magistrate on behalf of the State Government to issue an order to an individual or the general public in a particular place or area to “abstain from a certain act” or “to take certain order with respect to certain property in his possession or under his management”. Section 144 also empowers the authorities to block the internet access.
Incorrect
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- The Supreme Court declared that the fundamental right to freedom of speech and expression and the right to carry on trade or business using the Internet are constitutionally protected. The Information Technology Act, 2000, the Criminal Procedure Code (CrPC), 1973 and the Telegraph Act, 1885 are the three laws that deal with suspension of Internet services.
- What is Section 144?
- It gives power to a District Magistrate, a sub- divisional Magistrate or any other Executive Magistrate on behalf of the State Government to issue an order to an individual or the general public in a particular place or area to “abstain from a certain act” or “to take certain order with respect to certain property in his possession or under his management”. Section 144 also empowers the authorities to block the internet access.
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Question 6 of 10
6. Question
1 pointsThe prime objective of the ‘Sagarmala project’ is to
Correct
Ans: (c)
Explanation:
- The prime objective of the Sagarmala project is to promote port-led direct and indirect development and to provide infrastructure to transport goods to and from ports quickly, efficiently and cost-effectively. Therefore, the Sagarmala Project shall, inter alia, aim to develop access to new development regions with intermodal solutions and promotion of the optimum modal split, enhanced connectivity with main economic centres and beyond through expansion of rail, inland water, coastal and road services.
- Sagarmala Seaplane Services:
- To be launched by the Ministry of Ports, Shipping & Waterways.
- It will be launched under a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) framework through prospective airline operators.
- The project execution and implementation would be through the Sagarmala Development Company Ltd (SDCL), which is under the administrative control of the Ministry.
Refer: Facts for Prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/01/06/insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-6-january-2021/
Incorrect
Ans: (c)
Explanation:
- The prime objective of the Sagarmala project is to promote port-led direct and indirect development and to provide infrastructure to transport goods to and from ports quickly, efficiently and cost-effectively. Therefore, the Sagarmala Project shall, inter alia, aim to develop access to new development regions with intermodal solutions and promotion of the optimum modal split, enhanced connectivity with main economic centres and beyond through expansion of rail, inland water, coastal and road services.
- Sagarmala Seaplane Services:
- To be launched by the Ministry of Ports, Shipping & Waterways.
- It will be launched under a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) framework through prospective airline operators.
- The project execution and implementation would be through the Sagarmala Development Company Ltd (SDCL), which is under the administrative control of the Ministry.
Refer: Facts for Prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/01/06/insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-6-january-2021/
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Question 7 of 10
7. Question
1 pointsWhich of the following pairs (Dams: State located) is/are correctly matched?
Correct
Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- Tehri Dam: Uttarakhand
- Khindsi dam: Maharashtra
Refer: Facts for Prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/01/06/insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-6-january-2021/
Incorrect
Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- Tehri Dam: Uttarakhand
- Khindsi dam: Maharashtra
Refer: Facts for Prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/01/06/insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-6-january-2021/
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Question 8 of 10
8. Question
1 points‘Trifood Parks’ project is being implemented by:
Correct
Ans: (d)
Explanation: TRIFOOD Parks to be set up in Madhya Pradesh.
- It is a joint initiative of TRIFED (under the Ministry of Tribal Affairs) and the Ministry of Food Processing.
- TRIFOOD Parks are food processing centres aiming at promoting value addition to minor forest produce.
- It was launched under the Van Dhan Yojana in 2020.
- The parks procure raw materials from the Van Dhan Kendras and process them to be sold across the country through Tribes India outlets.
- The minimum support price for minor forest produce is fixed by the Tribal Affairs Ministry and it is revised every three years by a pricing cell constituted under the Ministry.
Refer: Facts for Prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/01/06/insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-6-january-2021/
Incorrect
Ans: (d)
Explanation: TRIFOOD Parks to be set up in Madhya Pradesh.
- It is a joint initiative of TRIFED (under the Ministry of Tribal Affairs) and the Ministry of Food Processing.
- TRIFOOD Parks are food processing centres aiming at promoting value addition to minor forest produce.
- It was launched under the Van Dhan Yojana in 2020.
- The parks procure raw materials from the Van Dhan Kendras and process them to be sold across the country through Tribes India outlets.
- The minimum support price for minor forest produce is fixed by the Tribal Affairs Ministry and it is revised every three years by a pricing cell constituted under the Ministry.
Refer: Facts for Prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/01/06/insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-6-january-2021/
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Question 9 of 10
9. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements about Tribal Cooperative Marketing Development Federation of India (TRIFED):
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- It was established in 1987.
- It is under the administrative control of the Ministry of Tribal Affairs.
Which of the given above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (c)
Explanation: Tribal Cooperative Marketing Development Federation of India (TRIFED):
- It is the national level cooperative body mandated to bring about socio-economic development of tribals of the country by institutionalizing the trade of Minor Forest Produce (MFP) & Surplus Agricultural Produce (SAP) collected/cultivated by them.
- It was established in 1987.
- It is under the administrative control of the Ministry of Tribal Affairs.
- It mainly undertakes two functions viz. Minor Forest Produce (MFP) development and Retail Marketing and Development.
Refer: Facts for Prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/01/06/insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-6-january-2021/
Incorrect
Ans: (c)
Explanation: Tribal Cooperative Marketing Development Federation of India (TRIFED):
- It is the national level cooperative body mandated to bring about socio-economic development of tribals of the country by institutionalizing the trade of Minor Forest Produce (MFP) & Surplus Agricultural Produce (SAP) collected/cultivated by them.
- It was established in 1987.
- It is under the administrative control of the Ministry of Tribal Affairs.
- It mainly undertakes two functions viz. Minor Forest Produce (MFP) development and Retail Marketing and Development.
Refer: Facts for Prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/01/06/insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-6-january-2021/
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Question 10 of 10
10. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements regarding Van Dhan Scheme.
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- The Van Dhan Scheme is an initiative of the Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region and TRIFED.
- It seeks to improve tribal incomes through value addition of tribal products.
- The aggregation of tribal produce would be done by SHGs.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- The Van Dhan Scheme is an initiative of the Ministry of Tribal Affairs and TRIFED. It was launched on 14th April, 2018 and seeks to improve tribal incomes through value addition of tribal products.
- The scheme will be implemented through Ministry of Tribal Affairs as Nodal Department at the Central Level and TRIFED as Nodal Agency at the National Level. At State level, the State Nodal Agency for MFPs and the District collectors are envisaged to play a pivot role in scheme implementation at grassroot level. Locally the Kendras are proposed to be managed by a Managing Committee (an SHG) consisting of representatives of Van Dhan SHGs in the cluster.
- At unit level, aggregation of produce would be done by SHGs having about 30 members each forming Van Dhan Vikas ‘Samuh’. The SHGs would also undertake primary value addition of the MFPs using equipment such as small cutting and sieving tools, decorticator, dryer, packaging tool etc based on MFPs available in the area.
Refer: Facts for Prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/01/06/insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-6-january-2021/
Incorrect
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- The Van Dhan Scheme is an initiative of the Ministry of Tribal Affairs and TRIFED. It was launched on 14th April, 2018 and seeks to improve tribal incomes through value addition of tribal products.
- The scheme will be implemented through Ministry of Tribal Affairs as Nodal Department at the Central Level and TRIFED as Nodal Agency at the National Level. At State level, the State Nodal Agency for MFPs and the District collectors are envisaged to play a pivot role in scheme implementation at grassroot level. Locally the Kendras are proposed to be managed by a Managing Committee (an SHG) consisting of representatives of Van Dhan SHGs in the cluster.
- At unit level, aggregation of produce would be done by SHGs having about 30 members each forming Van Dhan Vikas ‘Samuh’. The SHGs would also undertake primary value addition of the MFPs using equipment such as small cutting and sieving tools, decorticator, dryer, packaging tool etc based on MFPs available in the area.
Refer: Facts for Prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/01/06/insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-6-january-2021/
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