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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
2 points
Consider the following statements
Statement I: Dr. B.R. Ambedkar proposed legal safeguards, reservation, and economic empowerment measures as complementary policies for untouchable communities.
Statement II: The law alone would not ensure a fair share for untouchables in the legislature, jobs, and education.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
Correct
Answer: A
Exp:
The Supreme Court has reserved the decision on sub-caste reservation for SC/STs. Any decision on sub-caste reservation needed to be justified not only on legal grounds but also on academic grounds.
Dr. B. R. Ambedkar justified three sets of policy measures due to the denial of equal civic and property rights, employment, and education, as well as the physical and social isolation of untouchables as a whole, not specific sub-castes within the untouchable community since all suffered similarly from untouchability.
Legal safeguards against caste discrimination.
Reservation.
Ownership of capital assets like land, business, and education. Hence, Statement-I is Correct.
He believed that the law by itself would not ensure a fair share for untouchables in the legislature, jobs, and education. Therefore, the reservation was proposed as supplementary to legal measures. Hence, Statement-II is Correct.
A third policy to improve the ownership of capital assets like land, business, and education was thought to be essential as a complementary measure to the reservation policy.
The purpose was to enhance the capabilities of untouchable youth to seek education and become capable of securing jobs under reservation
Hence, both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II explains Statement-I.
Incorrect
Answer: A
Exp:
The Supreme Court has reserved the decision on sub-caste reservation for SC/STs. Any decision on sub-caste reservation needed to be justified not only on legal grounds but also on academic grounds.
Dr. B. R. Ambedkar justified three sets of policy measures due to the denial of equal civic and property rights, employment, and education, as well as the physical and social isolation of untouchables as a whole, not specific sub-castes within the untouchable community since all suffered similarly from untouchability.
Legal safeguards against caste discrimination.
Reservation.
Ownership of capital assets like land, business, and education. Hence, Statement-I is Correct.
He believed that the law by itself would not ensure a fair share for untouchables in the legislature, jobs, and education. Therefore, the reservation was proposed as supplementary to legal measures. Hence, Statement-II is Correct.
A third policy to improve the ownership of capital assets like land, business, and education was thought to be essential as a complementary measure to the reservation policy.
The purpose was to enhance the capabilities of untouchable youth to seek education and become capable of securing jobs under reservation
Hence, both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II explains Statement-I.
Question 2 of 5
2. Question
2 points
Consider the following statements regarding the Pacific Islands Forum:
The Pacific Islands Forum is the premier political and economic policy organisation of the Pacific region.
The Forum’s membership includes only sovereign countries.
India is a dialogue partner of the Pacific Islands Forum.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Answer: D
Exp:
Pacific island states and Japan issued a joint statement saying they “expressed strong opposition to any unilateral attempts to change the status quo by the threat or use of force or coercion,” in a veiled reference to China.
About Pacific Island Forum (PIF):
Statement 1 is correct: The Pacific Islands Forum is the region’s premier political and economic policy organisation.
Founded in 1971.
Members:
Comprises 18 members: Australia, Cook Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, Fiji, French Polynesia, Kiribati, Nauru, New Caledonia, New Zealand, Niue, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Republic of Marshall Islands, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tonga, Tuvalu, and Vanuatu.
Statement 2 is incorrect: The Forum’s membership includes non-sovereign entities like New Caledonia and French Polynesia, in addition to sovereign countries.
Pacific Vision:
Aims for a region of peace, harmony, security, social inclusion, and prosperity.
Goal: All Pacific people can lead free, healthy, and productive lives.
Dialogue Partners:
Statement 3 is correct: Recognized Dialogue partners: Canada, Chile, People’s Republic of China, Cuba, European Union, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Republic of Korea, Malaysia, Norway, Philippines, Singapore, Spain, Thailand, Turkey, United Kingdom, and the United States.
Incorrect
Answer: D
Exp:
Pacific island states and Japan issued a joint statement saying they “expressed strong opposition to any unilateral attempts to change the status quo by the threat or use of force or coercion,” in a veiled reference to China.
About Pacific Island Forum (PIF):
Statement 1 is correct: The Pacific Islands Forum is the region’s premier political and economic policy organisation.
Founded in 1971.
Members:
Comprises 18 members: Australia, Cook Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, Fiji, French Polynesia, Kiribati, Nauru, New Caledonia, New Zealand, Niue, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Republic of Marshall Islands, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tonga, Tuvalu, and Vanuatu.
Statement 2 is incorrect: The Forum’s membership includes non-sovereign entities like New Caledonia and French Polynesia, in addition to sovereign countries.
Pacific Vision:
Aims for a region of peace, harmony, security, social inclusion, and prosperity.
Goal: All Pacific people can lead free, healthy, and productive lives.
Dialogue Partners:
Statement 3 is correct: Recognized Dialogue partners: Canada, Chile, People’s Republic of China, Cuba, European Union, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Republic of Korea, Malaysia, Norway, Philippines, Singapore, Spain, Thailand, Turkey, United Kingdom, and the United States.
Question 3 of 5
3. Question
2 points
Consider the following statements regarding the Convention on the Protection and Use of Transboundary Watercourses and International Lakes (Water Convention):
The Water Convention was adopted in Rio de Janeiro in 1992.
The Convention is a legally binding agreement.
Ivory Coast is a part of this convention.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Answer: C
Exp:
Ivory Coast joined the United Nations Water Convention, becoming the 10th African nation to do so.
About Convention on the Protection and Use of Transboundary Watercourses and International Lakes:
Statement 1 is incorrect: The Convention was adopted in Helsinki in 1992 and entered into force in 1996.
Statement 2 is correct: The Convention is a unique legally binding instrument promoting the sustainable management of shared water resources, the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals, the prevention of conflicts, and the promotion of peace and regional integration.
Statement 3 is correct: Ivory Coast joined the convention and became the 10th African nation to enhance cooperative water management across borders in response to growing water stress and the effects of climate change on the water resources it shares with its neighbours. It is now the 53rd Party (country) to the 1992 UN Water Convention
Incorrect
Answer: C
Exp:
Ivory Coast joined the United Nations Water Convention, becoming the 10th African nation to do so.
About Convention on the Protection and Use of Transboundary Watercourses and International Lakes:
Statement 1 is incorrect: The Convention was adopted in Helsinki in 1992 and entered into force in 1996.
Statement 2 is correct: The Convention is a unique legally binding instrument promoting the sustainable management of shared water resources, the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals, the prevention of conflicts, and the promotion of peace and regional integration.
Statement 3 is correct: Ivory Coast joined the convention and became the 10th African nation to enhance cooperative water management across borders in response to growing water stress and the effects of climate change on the water resources it shares with its neighbours. It is now the 53rd Party (country) to the 1992 UN Water Convention
Question 4 of 5
4. Question
2 points
Consider the following statements regarding the Finance Commission:
The Finance Commission is a statutory body established under The Finance Commission (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act, 1951.
It is formed every five years by the Prime Minister of India.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Answer: D
Exp:
The sixteenth Finance Commission headed by former Niti Aayog Vice-Chairman Arvind Panagariya has begun its work by inviting suggestions from the public on the mandate set for it by the Centre.
About Finance Commission:
Statement 1 is incorrect: The Finance Commission is a constitutional body as per Article 280 of the Indian Constitution.
Statement 2 is incorrect: It is formed every five years by the President of India.
Comprises a chairman and four other members, as outlined in the Constitution.
As per the provisions contained in the Finance Commission [Miscellaneous Provisions] Act, 1951 and The Finance Commission (Salaries & Allowances) Rules, 1951, the Chairman of the Commission is selected from among persons who have had experience in public affairs, and the four other members are selected from among persons who–
(a) are, or have been, or are qualified to be appointed as Judges of a High Court; or
(b) have special knowledge of the finances and accounts of Government; or
(c) have had wide experience in financial matters and in administration; or
(d) have special knowledge of economics
Functions and Responsibilities:
Recommendations on the sharing of central taxes with states, ensuring equitable distribution.
Allocation of central grants to states to aid in their financial stability.
Suggestions for enhancing state finances to support the resources of panchayats and municipalities.
Addressing any other matters referred to the Commission for deliberation and guidance.
Incorrect
Answer: D
Exp:
The sixteenth Finance Commission headed by former Niti Aayog Vice-Chairman Arvind Panagariya has begun its work by inviting suggestions from the public on the mandate set for it by the Centre.
About Finance Commission:
Statement 1 is incorrect: The Finance Commission is a constitutional body as per Article 280 of the Indian Constitution.
Statement 2 is incorrect: It is formed every five years by the President of India.
Comprises a chairman and four other members, as outlined in the Constitution.
As per the provisions contained in the Finance Commission [Miscellaneous Provisions] Act, 1951 and The Finance Commission (Salaries & Allowances) Rules, 1951, the Chairman of the Commission is selected from among persons who have had experience in public affairs, and the four other members are selected from among persons who–
(a) are, or have been, or are qualified to be appointed as Judges of a High Court; or
(b) have special knowledge of the finances and accounts of Government; or
(c) have had wide experience in financial matters and in administration; or
(d) have special knowledge of economics
Functions and Responsibilities:
Recommendations on the sharing of central taxes with states, ensuring equitable distribution.
Allocation of central grants to states to aid in their financial stability.
Suggestions for enhancing state finances to support the resources of panchayats and municipalities.
Addressing any other matters referred to the Commission for deliberation and guidance.
Question 5 of 5
5. Question
2 points
Consider the following statements regarding the Assam Police Border Organisation:
The Assam Police Border Organisation was established under the Prevention of Infiltration of Pakistani (PIP) scheme.
The organisation was made an independent wing in 1974.
The organisation’s only task is patrolling the India-Bangladesh border with the Border Security Force.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Correct
Answer: A
Exp:
The Assam government asked the Border wing of the State’s police not to forward cases of non-Muslims who entered India illegally before 2014 to the Foreigners Tribunals (FTs).
About Assam Police Border Organisation:
Statement 1 is correct: The Assam Police Border Organisation was established as a part of the State police’s Special Branch in 1962 under the Prevention of Infiltration of Pakistani (PIP) scheme.
Statement 2 is correct: The organisation was made an independent wing in 1974 and is now headed by the Special Director General of Police (Border).
After the liberation war of Bangladesh, the PIP scheme was renamed the Prevention of Infiltration of Foreigners or PIF scheme.
Statement 3 is incorrect: The members of this wing are tasked with detecting and deporting illegal foreigners,patrolling the India-Bangladesh border with the Border Security Force, maintaining a second line of defence to check the entry of illegal foreigners, and monitoring people “settled in riverine and char (sandbar) areas”.
Incorrect
Answer: A
Exp:
The Assam government asked the Border wing of the State’s police not to forward cases of non-Muslims who entered India illegally before 2014 to the Foreigners Tribunals (FTs).
About Assam Police Border Organisation:
Statement 1 is correct: The Assam Police Border Organisation was established as a part of the State police’s Special Branch in 1962 under the Prevention of Infiltration of Pakistani (PIP) scheme.
Statement 2 is correct: The organisation was made an independent wing in 1974 and is now headed by the Special Director General of Police (Border).
After the liberation war of Bangladesh, the PIP scheme was renamed the Prevention of Infiltration of Foreigners or PIF scheme.
Statement 3 is incorrect: The members of this wing are tasked with detecting and deporting illegal foreigners,patrolling the India-Bangladesh border with the Border Security Force, maintaining a second line of defence to check the entry of illegal foreigners, and monitoring people “settled in riverine and char (sandbar) areas”.
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