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New Initiative: Revision Through MCQs (RTM) – Revision of Current Affairs Made Interesting
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.
These questions will be different than our regular current affairs quiz. These questions are framed to TEST how well you have read and revised Insights Current Affairs on daily basis.
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 points
Consider the following statements with reference to Anti-Defection Law:
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- The Tenth Schedule was inserted in the Constitution in 1985.
- A legislator is deemed to have defected if he either voluntarily gives up the membership of his party or disobeys the directives of the party leadership on a vote.
- The law allows a party to merge with or into another party provided that at least two-thirds of its legislators are in favour of the merger.
- The law specify a time-period for the Presiding Officer to decide on a disqualification plea.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
CorrectAns: (a)
Explanation:
- S4: The law does not specify a time-period for the Presiding Officer to decide on a disqualification plea. Given that courts can intervene only after the Presiding Officer has decided on the matter, the petitioner seeking disqualification has no option but to wait for this decision to be made.
- S3: Legislators may change their party without the risk of disqualification in certain circumstances. The law allows a party to merge with or into another party provided that at least two-thirds of its legislators are in favour of the merger. In such a scenario, neither the members who decide to merge, nor the ones who stay with the original party will face disqualification.
- S1 and S2: The Tenth Schedule was inserted in the Constitution in 1985. It lays down the process by which legislators may be disqualified on grounds of defection by the Presiding Officer of a legislature based on a petition by any other member of the House. A legislator is deemed to have defected if he either voluntarily gives up the membership of his party or disobeys the directives of the party leadership on a vote.This implies that a legislator defying (abstaining or voting against) the party whip on any issue can lose his membership of the House. The law applies to both Parliament and state assemblies.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/04/25/anti-defection-law-5/
IncorrectAns: (a)
Explanation:
- S4: The law does not specify a time-period for the Presiding Officer to decide on a disqualification plea. Given that courts can intervene only after the Presiding Officer has decided on the matter, the petitioner seeking disqualification has no option but to wait for this decision to be made.
- S3: Legislators may change their party without the risk of disqualification in certain circumstances. The law allows a party to merge with or into another party provided that at least two-thirds of its legislators are in favour of the merger. In such a scenario, neither the members who decide to merge, nor the ones who stay with the original party will face disqualification.
- S1 and S2: The Tenth Schedule was inserted in the Constitution in 1985. It lays down the process by which legislators may be disqualified on grounds of defection by the Presiding Officer of a legislature based on a petition by any other member of the House. A legislator is deemed to have defected if he either voluntarily gives up the membership of his party or disobeys the directives of the party leadership on a vote.This implies that a legislator defying (abstaining or voting against) the party whip on any issue can lose his membership of the House. The law applies to both Parliament and state assemblies.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/04/25/anti-defection-law-5/
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Question 2 of 10
1 points
Consider the following statements with reference to Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Kendras (PMBJK):
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- It is a campaign launched by the Department of Pharmaceuticals of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.
- The National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority is the implementation agency for PMBJP.
- It seeks to provide quality medicines at affordable prices to the masses through special kendra’s known as Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Jan Aushadhi Kendra.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
CorrectAns: (b)
Explanation:
- S1: It is a campaign launched by theDepartment of Pharmaceuticals of the Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers.
- S3: It seeks to provide quality medicines at affordable prices to the masses through special kendra’s known as Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Jan Aushadhi Kendra.
- Initially launched in 2008, the scheme was rechristened in 2015.
- S2: Bureau of Pharma PSUs of India (BPPI) is the implementation agency for PMBJP.
- The Bureau of Pharma PSUs of India works under the Ministry of Chemicals & Fertilizers.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/04/25/pradhan-mantri-jan-aushadhi-yojana-3/
IncorrectAns: (b)
Explanation:
- S1: It is a campaign launched by theDepartment of Pharmaceuticals of the Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers.
- S3: It seeks to provide quality medicines at affordable prices to the masses through special kendra’s known as Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Jan Aushadhi Kendra.
- Initially launched in 2008, the scheme was rechristened in 2015.
- S2: Bureau of Pharma PSUs of India (BPPI) is the implementation agency for PMBJP.
- The Bureau of Pharma PSUs of India works under the Ministry of Chemicals & Fertilizers.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/04/25/pradhan-mantri-jan-aushadhi-yojana-3/
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Question 3 of 10
1 points
The Falkland islands are located in the
CorrectAns: (b)
Explanation:
- Falkland islands are an overseas territory of the United Kingdom located to the southwest Atlantic Ocean at the southernmost point of South America.
- The islands are located in the South Atlantic Ocean, on the Patagonian Shelf, about 300 miles (480 km) east of Patagonia in southern Argentina.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/04/25/falklands-dispute/
IncorrectAns: (b)
Explanation:
- Falkland islands are an overseas territory of the United Kingdom located to the southwest Atlantic Ocean at the southernmost point of South America.
- The islands are located in the South Atlantic Ocean, on the Patagonian Shelf, about 300 miles (480 km) east of Patagonia in southern Argentina.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/04/25/falklands-dispute/
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Question 4 of 10
1 points
With reference to United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), consider the following satements:
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- UNDP is based on the merging of the United Nations Expanded Programme of Technical Assistance, created in 1949, and the United Nations Special Fund, established in 1958.
- UNDP’s mandate is to end poverty, build democratic governance, rule of law, and inclusive institutions.
- The World Development Report is published by the UNDP.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
CorrectAns: (a)
Explanation:
- S2: UNDP’s mandate is to end poverty, build democratic governance, rule of law, and inclusive institutions.
- S1: UNDP is based on the merging of the United Nations Expanded Programme of Technical Assistance, created in 1949, and the United Nations Special Fund, established in 1958. UNDP, as we know it now, was established in 1966 by the General Assembly of the United Nations.
- S3: The World Development Report is published by the World Bank.
- The Human Development Report (HDR) is a report published by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP).
IncorrectAns: (a)
Explanation:
- S2: UNDP’s mandate is to end poverty, build democratic governance, rule of law, and inclusive institutions.
- S1: UNDP is based on the merging of the United Nations Expanded Programme of Technical Assistance, created in 1949, and the United Nations Special Fund, established in 1958. UNDP, as we know it now, was established in 1966 by the General Assembly of the United Nations.
- S3: The World Development Report is published by the World Bank.
- The Human Development Report (HDR) is a report published by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP).
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Question 5 of 10
1 points
Why is a plant called Senna spectabilis often mentioned in news?
CorrectAns: (c)
Explanation:
- Senna spectabilis has a few medicinal properties. The plant can be used as a treatment for ringworm and skin diseases. After extracting a leaf on alcohol there was significant antifungal activity, which suggests it can be used with infections caused by Candida albicans.
- Senna spectabilis is an invasive species found mostly in the forest areas of the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve (NBR).
- The dearth of effective steps to arrest the rampant growth of these invasive plants is a matter of serious concern to the conservation of wildlife habitats of the Western Ghats.
IncorrectAns: (c)
Explanation:
- Senna spectabilis has a few medicinal properties. The plant can be used as a treatment for ringworm and skin diseases. After extracting a leaf on alcohol there was significant antifungal activity, which suggests it can be used with infections caused by Candida albicans.
- Senna spectabilis is an invasive species found mostly in the forest areas of the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve (NBR).
- The dearth of effective steps to arrest the rampant growth of these invasive plants is a matter of serious concern to the conservation of wildlife habitats of the Western Ghats.
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Question 6 of 10
1 points
With reference to India’s Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve, consider the following statements:
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- It was the first biosphere reserve in India established in the year 1975.
- It is located in the Western Ghats.
- It falls under the biogeographic region of the Malabar rain forest.
Which of the given above statements is/are correct?
CorrectAns: (b)
Explanation:
- The Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve was the first biosphere reserve in Indiaestablished in the year 1986. It is located in the Western Ghats and includes 2 of the 10 biogeographical provinces of India.
- The Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve falls under the biogeographic region of the Malabar rain forest. The Mudumalai Wildlife Sanctuary, Wyanaad Wildlife Sanctuary Bandipur National Park, Nagarhole National Park, Mukurthi National Park and Silent Valley are the protected areas present within this reserve.
IncorrectAns: (b)
Explanation:
- The Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve was the first biosphere reserve in Indiaestablished in the year 1986. It is located in the Western Ghats and includes 2 of the 10 biogeographical provinces of India.
- The Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve falls under the biogeographic region of the Malabar rain forest. The Mudumalai Wildlife Sanctuary, Wyanaad Wildlife Sanctuary Bandipur National Park, Nagarhole National Park, Mukurthi National Park and Silent Valley are the protected areas present within this reserve.
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Question 7 of 10
1 points
Which of the following are in Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve?
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Question 8 of 10
1 points
Consider the following statements with reference to Chenab River:
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- It originates from Rakshastal Lake.
- It is the largest tributary of river Indus.
- The waters of the Chenab were allocated to Pakistan under the terms of the Indus Waters Treaty.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Question 9 of 10
1 points
Consider the following statements about the National Panchayati Raj day:
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- It is celebrated every year on the 24th of April.
- The day is also marked to honour the passing of the 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act in 1992.
- The first National Panchayati Raj Day was celebrated in 1995.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Question 10 of 10
1 points
Consider the following statements:
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- The All-India Household Consumer Expenditure Survey, usually conducted by the National Statistical Office (NSO) every four years.
- The National Statistical Office (NSO) is the statistics wing of the Ministry of Statistics and Program Implementation.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
CorrectAns: (b)
Explanation:
- The All-India Household Consumer Expenditure Surveyis usually conducted by the National Statistical Office (NSO) every five years.
- It is designed to collect information on the consumption spending patterns of households across the country, both urban and rural.
- The data gathered in this exercise reveals the average expenditure on goods (food and non-food) and services.
- It is set to resume this year after a prolonged break.
- It is used to arrive at estimates of poverty levels in different parts of the country and to review economic indicators like the Gross Domestic Product (GDP).
- India hasn’t had any official estimates on per capita household spending since 2011–12.
- About NSO:
- The government has formed an overarching body NSO by merging the National Sample Survey Office (NSSO), Computer Centre and Central Statistical Office (CSO).
- NSO was first envisaged by Rangarajan Commissionto implement and maintain statistical standards and coordinate statistical activities of Central and State agencies as laid down by the National Statistical Commission (NSC).
- Parent Ministry:It is the statistical wing of the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI).
- It Compiles and releases the Index of Industrial Production (IIP) every month in the form of ‘quick estimates’ and conducts the Annual Survey of Industries (ASI).
Refer: Facts for Prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/04/25/mission-2022-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-25-april-2022/
IncorrectAns: (b)
Explanation:
- The All-India Household Consumer Expenditure Surveyis usually conducted by the National Statistical Office (NSO) every five years.
- It is designed to collect information on the consumption spending patterns of households across the country, both urban and rural.
- The data gathered in this exercise reveals the average expenditure on goods (food and non-food) and services.
- It is set to resume this year after a prolonged break.
- It is used to arrive at estimates of poverty levels in different parts of the country and to review economic indicators like the Gross Domestic Product (GDP).
- India hasn’t had any official estimates on per capita household spending since 2011–12.
- About NSO:
- The government has formed an overarching body NSO by merging the National Sample Survey Office (NSSO), Computer Centre and Central Statistical Office (CSO).
- NSO was first envisaged by Rangarajan Commissionto implement and maintain statistical standards and coordinate statistical activities of Central and State agencies as laid down by the National Statistical Commission (NSC).
- Parent Ministry:It is the statistical wing of the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI).
- It Compiles and releases the Index of Industrial Production (IIP) every month in the form of ‘quick estimates’ and conducts the Annual Survey of Industries (ASI).
Refer: Facts for Prelims: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2022/04/25/mission-2022-insights-daily-current-affairs-pib-summary-25-april-2022/
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