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UPSC Quiz – 2020: IAS Daily Current Affairs Quiz Day 111
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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
Consider the following statements with respect to ‘iDEX initiative’
- It is aimed at creating an ecosystem which fosters innovation and encourages technology development in Defence by engaging R&D institutes, academia, industries, Startups and individual innovators.
- It functions under the aegis of Defence Innovation Organisation (DIO).
Select the correct statements:
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Solution (c)
Ministry of Defence (MoD) has introduced “Innovations for Defence Excellence” (iDEX) initiative which was launched by Hon’ble PM in April 2018. iDEX is aimed at creating an ecosystem which fosters innovation and encourages technology development in Defence by engaging R&D institutes, academia, industries, Startups and even individual innovators. iDEX shall function under the aegis of Defence Innovation Organisation (DIO) (formed as a ‘Not For Profit’ Company Under Section 8 of Companies Act,2013), as its executive arm.
The Ministry of Defence (MoD) is organising ‘Def-Connect’ here tomorrow to showcase the accomplishments of the Innovations for Defence Excellence (iDEX) initiative and construct a strong outreach towards the potential future entrepreneurs of the defence sector.
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Solution (c)
Ministry of Defence (MoD) has introduced “Innovations for Defence Excellence” (iDEX) initiative which was launched by Hon’ble PM in April 2018. iDEX is aimed at creating an ecosystem which fosters innovation and encourages technology development in Defence by engaging R&D institutes, academia, industries, Startups and even individual innovators. iDEX shall function under the aegis of Defence Innovation Organisation (DIO) (formed as a ‘Not For Profit’ Company Under Section 8 of Companies Act,2013), as its executive arm.
The Ministry of Defence (MoD) is organising ‘Def-Connect’ here tomorrow to showcase the accomplishments of the Innovations for Defence Excellence (iDEX) initiative and construct a strong outreach towards the potential future entrepreneurs of the defence sector.
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following statements with respect to ‘Recognition of Prior Learning’
- It is one of the components of the ‘Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana’
- It aims to certify the workforce as per ‘National Skills Qualifications Framework’
Select the correct statements
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Solution (c)
The Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) component of PMKVY is primarily focussed on assessing and certifying the skills of informal sector workers. Evaluation of trade learned skills and certification through assessment helps the trainees through increased mobility options to the formal sector employment. In certain cases, it has been observed that RPL certification has helped workers negotiate better wages and open possibilities for some vertical progression in their careers. In almost all cases, trainees have displayed enhanced self-confidence and pride through attainment of skill certificates.
Objective
- To enhance the industry acceptability of RPL certification and extend outreach of the scheme directly to reputed employers / industries
- Collaboration with Top employers will help to enhance credibility of certification and help to promote mobility of the workforce across the media sector
- Industry will be benefited from their workforce being certified under the National Skill Qualification Framework (NSQF)
- Achieve economy and scale through a simplified procedure of assessment through manager/supervisor/departmental head for the other employees of his/her department
- Co-branded certification to incentivize and recognize the industry.
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Solution (c)
The Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) component of PMKVY is primarily focussed on assessing and certifying the skills of informal sector workers. Evaluation of trade learned skills and certification through assessment helps the trainees through increased mobility options to the formal sector employment. In certain cases, it has been observed that RPL certification has helped workers negotiate better wages and open possibilities for some vertical progression in their careers. In almost all cases, trainees have displayed enhanced self-confidence and pride through attainment of skill certificates.
Objective
- To enhance the industry acceptability of RPL certification and extend outreach of the scheme directly to reputed employers / industries
- Collaboration with Top employers will help to enhance credibility of certification and help to promote mobility of the workforce across the media sector
- Industry will be benefited from their workforce being certified under the National Skill Qualification Framework (NSQF)
- Achieve economy and scale through a simplified procedure of assessment through manager/supervisor/departmental head for the other employees of his/her department
- Co-branded certification to incentivize and recognize the industry.
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Consider the following statements with respect to ‘Guru Nanak Dev Ji’
- His teachings can be found in the Sikh scripture Guru Granth Sahib, as a collection of verses recorded in Gurmukhi.
- He was born in Kartarpur in the 15th century.
Select the correct statements
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Solution (a)
He was born in Nankana Sahib.
Nanak’s teachings can be found in the Sikh scripture Guru Granth Sahib, as a collection of verses recorded in Gurmukhi.
There are two competing theories on Guru Nanak’s teachings. One, according to Cole and Sambhi, is based on hagiographical Janamsakhis, and states that Nanak’s teachings and Sikhism were a revelation from God, and not a social protest movement nor any attempt to reconcile Hinduism and Islam in the 15th century.
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Solution (a)
He was born in Nankana Sahib.
Nanak’s teachings can be found in the Sikh scripture Guru Granth Sahib, as a collection of verses recorded in Gurmukhi.
There are two competing theories on Guru Nanak’s teachings. One, according to Cole and Sambhi, is based on hagiographical Janamsakhis, and states that Nanak’s teachings and Sikhism were a revelation from God, and not a social protest movement nor any attempt to reconcile Hinduism and Islam in the 15th century.
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements with respect to ‘Article 142 of the Constitution of India’
- It allows the Supreme Court to pass any order necessary for doing complete justice in any cause or matter pending before it.
- It was invoked for the first time ever, in the Ayodhya Verdict.
Select the correct statements
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Solution (a)
Enforcement of decrees and orders of Supreme Court and unless as to discovery, etc
(1) The Supreme Court in the exercise of its jurisdiction may pass such decree or make such order as is necessary for doing complete justice in any cause or matter pending before it, and any decree so passed or orders so made shall be enforceable throughout the territory of India in such manner as may be prescribed by or under any law made by Parliament and, until provision in that behalf is so made, in such manner as the President may by order prescribe
(2) Subject to the provisions of any law made in this behalf by Parliament, the Supreme Court shall, as respects the whole of the territory of India, have all and every power to make any order for the purpose of securing the attendance of any person, the discovery or production of any documents, or the investigation or punishment of any contempt of itself.
Previously, Article 142 has been used to bring justice to various deprived sections of society or to protect the environment, analysts pointed out. For instance, it was used for the cleansing of the Taj Mahal, the marble of which was getting yellow due to sulphur fumes from surrounding industries.
Similarly, it was also applied in the Union Carbide case to bring relief to thousands of persons affected by the gas leak. Article 142 of the Constitution was also put to use in the release of thousands of undertrials who were in jails for periods exceeding their sentences.
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Solution (a)
Enforcement of decrees and orders of Supreme Court and unless as to discovery, etc
(1) The Supreme Court in the exercise of its jurisdiction may pass such decree or make such order as is necessary for doing complete justice in any cause or matter pending before it, and any decree so passed or orders so made shall be enforceable throughout the territory of India in such manner as may be prescribed by or under any law made by Parliament and, until provision in that behalf is so made, in such manner as the President may by order prescribe
(2) Subject to the provisions of any law made in this behalf by Parliament, the Supreme Court shall, as respects the whole of the territory of India, have all and every power to make any order for the purpose of securing the attendance of any person, the discovery or production of any documents, or the investigation or punishment of any contempt of itself.
Previously, Article 142 has been used to bring justice to various deprived sections of society or to protect the environment, analysts pointed out. For instance, it was used for the cleansing of the Taj Mahal, the marble of which was getting yellow due to sulphur fumes from surrounding industries.
Similarly, it was also applied in the Union Carbide case to bring relief to thousands of persons affected by the gas leak. Article 142 of the Constitution was also put to use in the release of thousands of undertrials who were in jails for periods exceeding their sentences.
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
‘Tiger TRIUMP’ is the first ever tri-services amphibious exercise between India and
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Solution (a)
Tiger TRIUMP
- India and US are to jointly conduct Tiger TRIUMP, the first ever tri-services amphibious exercise. It is to be conducted in Visakhapatnam and Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh.
- It includes field training and events that simulate humanitarian assistance in disaster times.
- The event will also hold simulations in moving disaster relief forces from ship to shore.
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Solution (a)
Tiger TRIUMP
- India and US are to jointly conduct Tiger TRIUMP, the first ever tri-services amphibious exercise. It is to be conducted in Visakhapatnam and Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh.
- It includes field training and events that simulate humanitarian assistance in disaster times.
- The event will also hold simulations in moving disaster relief forces from ship to shore.
