INSIGHTS CURRENT Affairs RTM - 2020
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Question 1 of 10
1. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements:
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- Article 25 of the Constitution guarantees freedom of religion to all persons in India.
- Like all fundamental rights, the state can restrict the right for grounds of public order, decency, morality, health and other state interests.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (c)
Explanation:
- Article 25(1) of the Constitution guarantees the freedom of conscience and the right freely to profess, practise and propagate religion. It is a right that guarantees negative liberty — which means that the state shall ensure that there is no interference or obstacle to exercising this freedom.
- Limitations: Like all fundamental rights, the state can restrict the right for grounds of public order, decency, morality, health and other state interests.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/02/08/freedom-of-religion-and-attire/
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Ans: (c)
Explanation:
- Article 25(1) of the Constitution guarantees the freedom of conscience and the right freely to profess, practise and propagate religion. It is a right that guarantees negative liberty — which means that the state shall ensure that there is no interference or obstacle to exercising this freedom.
- Limitations: Like all fundamental rights, the state can restrict the right for grounds of public order, decency, morality, health and other state interests.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/02/08/freedom-of-religion-and-attire/
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Question 2 of 10
2. Question
1 pointsThe doctrine of “essentiality” was invented by the Supreme Court in which of the following case?
Correct
Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- Shirur Mutt case in 1954:The doctrine of “essentiality” was invented by the Supreme Court. The court held that the term “religion” will cover all rituals and practices “integral” to a religion, and took upon itself the responsibility of determining the essential and non-essential practices of a religion.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/02/08/freedom-of-religion-and-attire/
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Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- Shirur Mutt case in 1954:The doctrine of “essentiality” was invented by the Supreme Court. The court held that the term “religion” will cover all rituals and practices “integral” to a religion, and took upon itself the responsibility of determining the essential and non-essential practices of a religion.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/02/08/freedom-of-religion-and-attire/
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Question 3 of 10
3. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements.
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- The Lieutenant Governor of a Union Territory is empowered to promulgate ordinances only when the assembly is dissolved.
- The Governor of a state can issue ordinances only with the approval of the President.
- The President’s ordinance making power is not a discretionary power.
Which of the above statements is/are incorrect?
Correct
Ans: (c)
Explanation:
- S1: Such an ordinance has the same force as an act of the assembly. Every such ordinance must be approved by the assembly within six weeks from its reassembly.
- He can also withdraw an ordinance at any time.
- But, he cannot promulgate an ordinance when the assembly is dissolved or suspended. Further, no such ordinance can be promulgated or withdrawn without the prior permission of the President.
- S2: The governor of a state can also issue ordinances under Article 213 of the Constitution of India, when the state legislative assembly is not in session.
- S3: The President can send back the advice given by the Council of Ministers and ask the Council to reconsider the decision. In doing this, the President acts on his (or her) own discretion. When the President thinks that the advice has certain flaws or legal lacunae, or that it is not in the best interests of the country, the President can ask the Council to reconsider the decision. Although, the Council can still send back the same advice and the President would then be bound by that advice, such a request by the President to reconsider the decision, would naturally carry a lot of weight. So, this is one way in which the president can act in his own discretion.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/02/08/kerala-governor-signs-lok-ayukta-ordinance/
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Ans: (c)
Explanation:
- S1: Such an ordinance has the same force as an act of the assembly. Every such ordinance must be approved by the assembly within six weeks from its reassembly.
- He can also withdraw an ordinance at any time.
- But, he cannot promulgate an ordinance when the assembly is dissolved or suspended. Further, no such ordinance can be promulgated or withdrawn without the prior permission of the President.
- S2: The governor of a state can also issue ordinances under Article 213 of the Constitution of India, when the state legislative assembly is not in session.
- S3: The President can send back the advice given by the Council of Ministers and ask the Council to reconsider the decision. In doing this, the President acts on his (or her) own discretion. When the President thinks that the advice has certain flaws or legal lacunae, or that it is not in the best interests of the country, the President can ask the Council to reconsider the decision. Although, the Council can still send back the same advice and the President would then be bound by that advice, such a request by the President to reconsider the decision, would naturally carry a lot of weight. So, this is one way in which the president can act in his own discretion.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/02/08/kerala-governor-signs-lok-ayukta-ordinance/
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Question 4 of 10
4. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements:
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- Article 143 of the Constitution grants the President certain law-making powers to promulgate ordinances during the recess of Parliament.
- These ordinances have the same force and effect as an Act of Parliament but are in the nature of temporary laws.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- The ordinance making power is the most important legislative power of the President and the Governor. It has been vested in them to deal with unforeseen or urgent situations.
- Article 123 of the Constitution grants the President certain law-making powers to promulgate ordinances during the recess of Parliament.
- These ordinances have the same force and effect as an Act of Parliament but are in the nature of temporary laws.
- Likewise, the Governor of a state can issue ordinances under Article 213 of the Constitution, when the state legislative assembly (or either of the two Houses in states with bicameral legislatures) is not in session.
- The Constitution permits the central and State governments to make laws when Parliament (or the State Legislature) is not in session.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/02/08/kerala-governor-signs-lok-ayukta-ordinance/
Incorrect
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- The ordinance making power is the most important legislative power of the President and the Governor. It has been vested in them to deal with unforeseen or urgent situations.
- Article 123 of the Constitution grants the President certain law-making powers to promulgate ordinances during the recess of Parliament.
- These ordinances have the same force and effect as an Act of Parliament but are in the nature of temporary laws.
- Likewise, the Governor of a state can issue ordinances under Article 213 of the Constitution, when the state legislative assembly (or either of the two Houses in states with bicameral legislatures) is not in session.
- The Constitution permits the central and State governments to make laws when Parliament (or the State Legislature) is not in session.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/02/08/kerala-governor-signs-lok-ayukta-ordinance/
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Question 5 of 10
5. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements about the Iran Nuclear Deal:
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- It was the result of prolonged negotiations between Iran and Australia.
- Under the deal, Iran agreed to significantly cut its stores of centrifuges, enriched uranium and heavy-water.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- Also known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).
- The JCPOA was the result of prolonged negotiations from 2013 and 2015 between Iran and P5+1 (China, France, Germany, Russia, the United Kingdom, the United States, and the European Union, or the EU).
- Under the deal, Tehran agreed to significantly cut its stores of centrifuges, enriched uranium and heavy-water, all key components for nuclear weapons.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/02/08/iran-nuclear-deal-5/
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Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- Also known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).
- The JCPOA was the result of prolonged negotiations from 2013 and 2015 between Iran and P5+1 (China, France, Germany, Russia, the United Kingdom, the United States, and the European Union, or the EU).
- Under the deal, Tehran agreed to significantly cut its stores of centrifuges, enriched uranium and heavy-water, all key components for nuclear weapons.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/02/08/iran-nuclear-deal-5/
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Question 6 of 10
6. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements about Operation AAHT:
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- It is a nationwide operation to curb human trafficking.
- It is launched by the Narcotics Control Bureau.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- It is a nationwide operation to curb human trafficking.
- Launched by the Railway Protection Force.
- As part of “Operation AAHT”, special teams will be deployed on all long-distance trains/routes with focus on rescuing victims, particularly women and children, from the clutches of traffickers.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/02/08/mission-2022-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-08-february-2022/
Incorrect
Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- It is a nationwide operation to curb human trafficking.
- Launched by the Railway Protection Force.
- As part of “Operation AAHT”, special teams will be deployed on all long-distance trains/routes with focus on rescuing victims, particularly women and children, from the clutches of traffickers.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/02/08/mission-2022-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-08-february-2022/
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Question 7 of 10
7. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements:
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- The reserve is located in Telangana.
- This sanctuary is catchment for the rivers Godavari and Kadam.
- The sanctuary is one of the richest teak forests in the state.
The above given statements refers to which of the following protected site?
Correct
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- The Kawal Tiger Reserve is going to host its first ever ‘Bird Walk’ on February 12 and 13.
- Kawal is home to a rich diversity in flora and fauna with more than 300 species of birds, and over 600 tree species with different forest compositions.
- The reserve is located in Telangana.
- The reserve is the oldest sanctuary in the northern Telangana region of the state.
- This sanctuary is catchment for the rivers Godavari and Kadam.
- The sanctuary is one of the richest teak forests in the state, with dense pristine areas free of human disturbance.
Refer: Facts for Prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/02/08/mission-2022-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-08-february-2022/
Incorrect
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
- The Kawal Tiger Reserve is going to host its first ever ‘Bird Walk’ on February 12 and 13.
- Kawal is home to a rich diversity in flora and fauna with more than 300 species of birds, and over 600 tree species with different forest compositions.
- The reserve is located in Telangana.
- The reserve is the oldest sanctuary in the northern Telangana region of the state.
- This sanctuary is catchment for the rivers Godavari and Kadam.
- The sanctuary is one of the richest teak forests in the state, with dense pristine areas free of human disturbance.
Refer: Facts for Prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/02/08/mission-2022-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-08-february-2022/
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Question 8 of 10
8. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements:
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- 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?
Correct
Ans: (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.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/11/09/sessions-of-parliament/
Incorrect
Ans: (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.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/11/09/sessions-of-parliament/
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Question 9 of 10
9. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements:
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- Cabinet Committee on Parliament Affairs (CCPA) looks after the progress of government business in the Parliament.
- It is headed by Union Home Minister.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- Cabinet Committee on Parliamentary Affairs (CCPA): It looks into the matters related to the progress of government business in the Parliament of India. It chaired by the Defense Minister of India.
- All committees of the cabinet except that of Parliamentary Affairs and Accommodation are chaired by the Prime Minister. Cabinet Committee on Accommodation is headed by Home Minister Amit Shah and Cabinet committee on Parliamentary Affairs is headed by Rajnath Singh.
- Link: https://www.thehindubusinessline.com/news/national/modi-reconstitutes-cabinet-panels/article35305951.ece
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/11/09/sessions-of-parliament/
Incorrect
Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- Cabinet Committee on Parliamentary Affairs (CCPA): It looks into the matters related to the progress of government business in the Parliament of India. It chaired by the Defense Minister of India.
- All committees of the cabinet except that of Parliamentary Affairs and Accommodation are chaired by the Prime Minister. Cabinet Committee on Accommodation is headed by Home Minister Amit Shah and Cabinet committee on Parliamentary Affairs is headed by Rajnath Singh.
- Link: https://www.thehindubusinessline.com/news/national/modi-reconstitutes-cabinet-panels/article35305951.ece
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/11/09/sessions-of-parliament/
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Question 10 of 10
10. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements:
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- 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?
Correct
Ans: (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.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/11/09/sessions-of-parliament/
Incorrect
Ans: (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.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2021/11/09/sessions-of-parliament/
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