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Question 1 of 10
1. Question
1 pointsThe 38th parallel north frequently in news, it is a border line between
Correct
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/03/31/india-and-the-korean-war/
Incorrect
Ans: (b)
Explanation:
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/03/31/india-and-the-korean-war/
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Question 2 of 10
2. Question
1 pointsWhat is an inclusive circular economy?
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Ans: (c )
Explanation:
- The inclusive circular economy is an approach to the circular economy that incorporates social equity and environmental sustainability into the system. This means that the circular economy is designed to consider the needs of all stakeholders, including workers, communities, and the environment, as well as to reduce waste and pollution and promote sustainable production and consumption.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/03/31/how-to-manage-indias-solar-pv-waste-problem/
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Ans: (c )
Explanation:
- The inclusive circular economy is an approach to the circular economy that incorporates social equity and environmental sustainability into the system. This means that the circular economy is designed to consider the needs of all stakeholders, including workers, communities, and the environment, as well as to reduce waste and pollution and promote sustainable production and consumption.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/03/31/how-to-manage-indias-solar-pv-waste-problem/
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Question 3 of 10
3. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements:
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- This state is bordered by five Indian states.
- This state’s major features include the ruins of the Indus Valley civilization at Kalibangan and Balathal.
- This state is also noted for its national parks and wildlife sanctuaries.
The above statements refers to which one of the following states?
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Ans: (c )
Explanation:
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rajasthan#
- Context: Every year, March 30, is celebrated as Rajasthan Day, marking the foundation of India’s largest state in 1949.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/03/31/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-31-march-2023/
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Ans: (c )
Explanation:
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rajasthan#
- Context: Every year, March 30, is celebrated as Rajasthan Day, marking the foundation of India’s largest state in 1949.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/03/31/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-31-march-2023/
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Question 4 of 10
4. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements about Indian Council of Historical Research:
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- It is an attached office of the Ministry of Culture.
- It preserves and maintains historical monuments and sites.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- The Archaeological Survey of India is an attached office of the Ministry of Culture. Under the provisions of the AMASR Act of 1958, the ASI administers more than 3650 ancient monuments, archaeological sites and remains of national importance.
- The Indian Council of Historical Research (est. 1972; HQ: New Delhi) is a captive body of the Ministry of Education, established by an Administrative Order. The body has provided financial assistance to historians and scholars through fellowships, grants, and symposia.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/03/31/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-31-march-2023/
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Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- The Archaeological Survey of India is an attached office of the Ministry of Culture. Under the provisions of the AMASR Act of 1958, the ASI administers more than 3650 ancient monuments, archaeological sites and remains of national importance.
- The Indian Council of Historical Research (est. 1972; HQ: New Delhi) is a captive body of the Ministry of Education, established by an Administrative Order. The body has provided financial assistance to historians and scholars through fellowships, grants, and symposia.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/03/31/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-31-march-2023/
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Question 5 of 10
5. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements:
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- The Election Commission (EC) appoints the Returning Officer and Assistant Returning Officer for a constituency in consultation with the governments of the State or Union Territory as the case may be.
- The Election Commission (EC) can designate or nominate the same person to be returning officer for more than one constituency.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Ans: (c )
Explanation:
- The RO is appointed for each constituency by the Election Commission and is the highest authority (during the course of the election) in the constituency to peacefully and impartially conduct elections.
- Generally, the District Magistrate is the ex-officio RO in Lok Sabha elections while the Sub-Divisional Magistrate is the RO in state assembly elections.
- The Election Commission (EC) can designate or nominate the same person to be returning officer for more than one constituency.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/03/31/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-31-march-2023/
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Ans: (c )
Explanation:
- The RO is appointed for each constituency by the Election Commission and is the highest authority (during the course of the election) in the constituency to peacefully and impartially conduct elections.
- Generally, the District Magistrate is the ex-officio RO in Lok Sabha elections while the Sub-Divisional Magistrate is the RO in state assembly elections.
- The Election Commission (EC) can designate or nominate the same person to be returning officer for more than one constituency.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/03/31/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-31-march-2023/
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Question 6 of 10
6. Question
1 pointsWhat kind of control does the Election Commission have over civil servants during an election?
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- The Election Commission monitors both the manner in which civil servants perform their election-related duties, and prevents activities which may be seen as partisan.
- Election Commission cannot transfer or suspend officials during election time as they come under the disciplinary purview of the government of India or the State governments.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
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Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- As the superintendence and control over all aspects of the election process is vested in the EC, it exercises direction and control over civil servants deployed for election-related work. This means that bureaucrats engaged in the administrative aspects of elections, including police officers with law and order duties, are also amenable to the EC’s jurisdiction.
- This power enables the EC to monitor both the manner in which civil servants perform their election-related duties, and prevent activities which may be seen as partisan.
- The EC often cites its vast powers under Article 324 to transfer or suspend officials during election time, even though they normally come under the disciplinary purview of the government of India or the State governments. There have been instances of the EC transferring not only Returning Officers, but also Commissioners of Police and Superintendents of Police.
Refer: : facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/03/31/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-31-march-2023/
Incorrect
Ans: (a)
Explanation:
- As the superintendence and control over all aspects of the election process is vested in the EC, it exercises direction and control over civil servants deployed for election-related work. This means that bureaucrats engaged in the administrative aspects of elections, including police officers with law and order duties, are also amenable to the EC’s jurisdiction.
- This power enables the EC to monitor both the manner in which civil servants perform their election-related duties, and prevent activities which may be seen as partisan.
- The EC often cites its vast powers under Article 324 to transfer or suspend officials during election time, even though they normally come under the disciplinary purview of the government of India or the State governments. There have been instances of the EC transferring not only Returning Officers, but also Commissioners of Police and Superintendents of Police.
Refer: : facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/03/31/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-31-march-2023/
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Question 7 of 10
7. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements about Election Commission
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- The Constitution has prescribed the qualifications of the members of the Election Commission.
- The Constitution has specified the term of the members of the Election Commission as 6 years or until they attain the age of 65 years.
- The Constitution has debarred the retiring election commissioners from further appointment by the government.
Which of the above statements is/are incorrect?
Correct
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- Though the constitution has sought to safeguard and ensure the independence and impartiality of the Election Commission, some flaws can be noted, viz.,
- The Constitution has not prescribed the qualifications (legal, educational, administrative or judicial) of the members of the Election Commission.
- The Constitution has not specified the term of the members of the Election Commission.
- The Constitution has not debarred the retiring election commissioners from any further appointment by the government.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/03/31/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-31-march-2023/
Incorrect
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- Though the constitution has sought to safeguard and ensure the independence and impartiality of the Election Commission, some flaws can be noted, viz.,
- The Constitution has not prescribed the qualifications (legal, educational, administrative or judicial) of the members of the Election Commission.
- The Constitution has not specified the term of the members of the Election Commission.
- The Constitution has not debarred the retiring election commissioners from any further appointment by the government.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/03/31/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-31-march-2023/
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Question 8 of 10
8. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements about Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO):
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- It is an intergovernmental organization founded in 2001 in Shanghai, China.
- It has observer status in the UN General Assembly.
- The SCO currently comprises ten Member States.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (a)
Explanation:
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/03/31/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-31-march-2023/
Incorrect
Ans: (a)
Explanation:
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/03/31/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-31-march-2023/
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Question 9 of 10
9. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements about Mahoba’s Desawari variety betel leaf
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- It is produced in the Mahoba district of Uttar Pradesh.
- It received the Geographical Indication (GI) tag in 2021.
- It has a unique aroma and lesser fiber with a mild bitterness and sweet taste.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (d)
Explanation: About Mahoba’s Desawari variety betel leaf
- It is produced in the Mahoba district of UP
- It received Geographical Indication (GI) tag in 2021
- Their size is larger than other betel varieties and they have a unique aroma and lesser fibre with a mild bitterness and sweet taste.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/03/31/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-31-march-2023/
Incorrect
Ans: (d)
Explanation: About Mahoba’s Desawari variety betel leaf
- It is produced in the Mahoba district of UP
- It received Geographical Indication (GI) tag in 2021
- Their size is larger than other betel varieties and they have a unique aroma and lesser fibre with a mild bitterness and sweet taste.
Refer: facts for prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2023/03/31/mission-2023-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-31-march-2023/
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Question 10 of 10
10. Question
1 pointsWith reference to Congress Socialist Party, consider the following statements:
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- It advocated the boycott of British goods and evasion of taxes.
- It wanted to establish the dictatorship of the proletariat.
- It advocated separate electorate for minorities and oppressed classes.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- The CSP advocated decentralized socialism in which co-operatives, trade unions, independent farmers, and local authorities would hold a substantial share of the economic power. As secularists, they hoped to transcend communal divisions through class solidarity. Some, such as Narendra Deva or Basawon Singh (Sinha), advocated a democratic socialism distinct from both Marxism and reformist social democracy.
- Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Congress_Socialist_Party
Refer: UPSC CSE 2015
Incorrect
Ans: (d)
Explanation:
- The CSP advocated decentralized socialism in which co-operatives, trade unions, independent farmers, and local authorities would hold a substantial share of the economic power. As secularists, they hoped to transcend communal divisions through class solidarity. Some, such as Narendra Deva or Basawon Singh (Sinha), advocated a democratic socialism distinct from both Marxism and reformist social democracy.
- Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Congress_Socialist_Party
Refer: UPSC CSE 2015
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