UPSC Current Affairs Quiz : 19 October 2024

Solution: c)

The IndiaAI Mission focuses on building a robust AI ecosystem in India through initiatives such as the IndiaAI Compute Capacity, FutureSkills, Startup Financing, etc. There is no mention of a “Global AI Governance Body” as a key component of the mission. The mission emphasizes local innovation, public-private partnerships, and responsible AI practices, with a particular focus on ethical AI and India’s AI capabilities.

Solution: b)

The Musaned platform does not allow foreign workers to change employers without legal process. It is primarily aimed at wage protection, employment contract verification, and monitoring financial transactions to safeguard worker rights. The system is designed to improve working conditions and ensure that employers meet their obligations, but the ability to change employers is governed by labor laws and regulations, not the Musaned platform itself.

Solution: b)

The Indian Development and Economic Assistance Scheme (IDEAS) aims to promote India’s political, economic, and strategic interests by providing Lines of Credit (LoCs) on concessional terms to developing countries. It funds projects in sectors like infrastructure, education, water, and healthcare, often strengthening India’s ties with nations in the Global South. It does not focus on domestic growth or grants to NGOs.

Solution: c)

Statement 1 is incorrect because tar balls can travel significant distances from the site of oil spills, often being carried by ocean currents to shorelines far away.
Statement 2 is incorrect because tar balls can persist in the environment for long periods and continue to pose environmental hazards, especially if they contain toxic substances like PAHs.
Statement 3 is correct, as tar balls vary in size depending on environmental exposure and conditions, ranging from small pebbles to larger, fist-sized clumps. Their surface texture can also be smooth or rough based on environmental factors.

Solution: a)

Statement 1 is incorrect because the campaign is led by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB), not the Ministry of Home Affairs or RBI.
Statement 2 is incorrect because the campaign targets the broader population, including India’s vast rural and urban internet users, with over 900 million internet users in focus.
Statement 3 is correct, as the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C) plays a role in the campaign, highlighting the coordination between government agencies to tackle rising cyber fraud and online scams.

Solution: d)

The Chief Justice of India (CJI) is appointed by the President of India under Article 124 of the Constitution. Typically, the outgoing CJI recommends the senior-most judge of the Supreme Court as their successor, following the principle of seniority and the Memorandum of Procedure (MoP).

The Law Ministry processes the recommendation, and the President formalizes the appointment. While seniority is a crucial criterion, factors like merit and integrity are also considered, although deviations from the seniority norm are rare and would require strong justification.

Solution: c)

Section 6A of the Citizenship Act stipulates that Bangladeshi migrants who entered Assam between January 1, 1966, and March 25, 1971, were required to register and could obtain Indian citizenship after 10 years, provided they fulfilled the necessary conditions. Migrants before 1966 were granted citizenship retroactively, while those after March 25, 1971, were to be detected and deported under the law.

Solution: d)

The Safe & Trusted AI initiative focuses on promoting indigenous AI tools and frameworks to ensure responsible and ethical AI practices. The initiative does not rely on global tools, supports AI in both public and private sectors, and is under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), not the Ministry of Science and Technology.

Solution: d)

Statement 1 is incorrect because Musaned is designed specifically for foreign domestic workers, not Saudi citizens. It focuses on wage protection, contract verification, and ensuring employer compliance with labor laws.

Statement 2 is incorrect because Musaned is not primarily for filing legal complaints. Its main function is wage protection and ensuring transparency in financial transactions between employers and foreign workers. While it aids in worker protection, legal disputes must still follow the formal judicial process.

Statement 3 is incorrect because Musaned directly supports Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, which aims to improve labor market conditions and ensure a more secure working environment for foreign workers by providing technological solutions for wage protection and contract enforcement.

Solution: a)

Statement 1 is incorrect because there is no provision for reappointment or a second term for the Chief Justice of India. Once a CJI retires at the age of 65, they are no longer eligible for reappointment.
Statement 2 is incorrect because the principle of seniority is not explicitly mentioned in the Constitution. It has developed as a convention, and while it is a key consideration, the President technically has the power to appoint any qualified judge.
Statement 3 is correct because the seniority principle has evolved as a convention and is articulated through the Memorandum of Procedure (MoP), which guides the selection process of the CJI.