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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
Consider the following statements with respect to SAROD-Ports:
- ‘SAROD-Ports’ is similar to SAROD-Roads constituted by National Highways Authority of India.
- SAROD-Ports are established under Societies Regulation Act, 1860.
Which of the following is/are correct?
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Solution (c)
The Union Ministry of Shipping launched ‘SAROD-Ports’ (Society for Affordable Redressal of Disputes – Ports) through virtual ceremony in New Delhi.
- It is established under Societies Registration Act, 1860.
- ‘SAROD-Ports’ is similar to provision available in Highway Sector in the form of SAROD-Roads constituted by National Highways Authority of India (NHAI).
- It consists of members from Indian Ports Association (IPA) and Indian Private Ports and Terminals Association (IPTTA).
Functions:
- SAROD-Ports will advise and assist in settlement of disputes through arbitrations in the maritime sector, including ports and shipping sector in Major Port Trusts, Non-major Ports, including private ports, jetties, terminals and harbors.
- It will also cover disputes between:
- Granting authority and Licensee/Concessionaire /Contractor.
- Also, disputes between Licensee/Concessionaire and their contractors arising out of and during the course of execution of various contracts.
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Solution (c)
The Union Ministry of Shipping launched ‘SAROD-Ports’ (Society for Affordable Redressal of Disputes – Ports) through virtual ceremony in New Delhi.
- It is established under Societies Registration Act, 1860.
- ‘SAROD-Ports’ is similar to provision available in Highway Sector in the form of SAROD-Roads constituted by National Highways Authority of India (NHAI).
- It consists of members from Indian Ports Association (IPA) and Indian Private Ports and Terminals Association (IPTTA).
Functions:
- SAROD-Ports will advise and assist in settlement of disputes through arbitrations in the maritime sector, including ports and shipping sector in Major Port Trusts, Non-major Ports, including private ports, jetties, terminals and harbors.
- It will also cover disputes between:
- Granting authority and Licensee/Concessionaire /Contractor.
- Also, disputes between Licensee/Concessionaire and their contractors arising out of and during the course of execution of various contracts.
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
“Five star village” scheme is related to which of the following?
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Solution (d)
The Department of Posts (Ministry of Communications) has launched a scheme called Five Star Villages. The scheme seeks to bridge the gaps in public awareness and reach of postal products and services, especially in interior villages.
Objective of the scheme is to ensure universal coverage of flagship postal schemes in rural areas of the country.
Features of the scheme:
- Three components: Product and Service Availability, Product and Service Publicity and Product and Service Marketing.
- One-Stop Centre: Branch offices will function as one-stop shops to cater all post office related needs of the villagers.
Schemes covered:
- Savings Bank accounts, Recurring Deposit Accounts, NSC/KVP certificates,
- Sukanya Samridhi Accounts/ PPF Accounts,
- Funded Post Office Savings Account linked India Post Payments Bank Accounts,
- Postal Life Insurance Policy/Rural Postal Life Insurance Policy and
- Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana Account/Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana Account.
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Solution (d)
The Department of Posts (Ministry of Communications) has launched a scheme called Five Star Villages. The scheme seeks to bridge the gaps in public awareness and reach of postal products and services, especially in interior villages.
Objective of the scheme is to ensure universal coverage of flagship postal schemes in rural areas of the country.
Features of the scheme:
- Three components: Product and Service Availability, Product and Service Publicity and Product and Service Marketing.
- One-Stop Centre: Branch offices will function as one-stop shops to cater all post office related needs of the villagers.
Schemes covered:
- Savings Bank accounts, Recurring Deposit Accounts, NSC/KVP certificates,
- Sukanya Samridhi Accounts/ PPF Accounts,
- Funded Post Office Savings Account linked India Post Payments Bank Accounts,
- Postal Life Insurance Policy/Rural Postal Life Insurance Policy and
- Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana Account/Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana Account.
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Consider the following Statements with respect to WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control:
- It is the first international treaty negotiated under the auspices of the World Health Organization.
- India has not ratified this treaty
Which of the following is/are correct?
Correct
Solution (a)
WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (WHO-FCTC):
- It is the first international treaty negotiated under the auspices of the WHO.
- It was adopted by the World Health Assembly on 21 May 2003 and entered into force on 27 February 2005.
- India ratified it in 2004.
- It was developed in response to the globalization of the tobacco epidemic and is an evidence-based treaty that reaffirms the right of all people to the highest standard of health.
- The FCTC’s measures to combat tobacco use include:
- Price and tax measures.
- Large, graphic warnings on tobacco packages.
- 100% smoke-free public spaces.
- A ban on tobacco marketing.
- Support for smokers who want to quit.
- Prevention of tobacco industry interference.
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Solution (a)
WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (WHO-FCTC):
- It is the first international treaty negotiated under the auspices of the WHO.
- It was adopted by the World Health Assembly on 21 May 2003 and entered into force on 27 February 2005.
- India ratified it in 2004.
- It was developed in response to the globalization of the tobacco epidemic and is an evidence-based treaty that reaffirms the right of all people to the highest standard of health.
- The FCTC’s measures to combat tobacco use include:
- Price and tax measures.
- Large, graphic warnings on tobacco packages.
- 100% smoke-free public spaces.
- A ban on tobacco marketing.
- Support for smokers who want to quit.
- Prevention of tobacco industry interference.
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Arrange the following cities from South to North:
- New Delhi
- Beijing
- Tokyo
- Astana
Which of the following is the right order?
Correct
Solution (d)
When arranged from North to south the order will be Astana the capital city of Kazakhstan will be in northern position then the china capital Beijing, after that Tokyo, Japan capital, the southern city will be India Capital New Delhi
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Solution (d)
When arranged from North to south the order will be Astana the capital city of Kazakhstan will be in northern position then the china capital Beijing, after that Tokyo, Japan capital, the southern city will be India Capital New Delhi
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
‘Ranking of States on Support to Startup Ecosystems’ were released by which of the following?
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Solution (a)
- The Results of the 2nd edition of Ranking of States on Support to Startup Ecosystems were released by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (Ministry of Commerce & Industry).
- DPIIT has recently released the Ease of Doing Business Rankings of the States-2019 based on the State Business Reform Action Plan.
- The rankings were started with an objective of fostering competitiveness, mutual learning and propel States and Union Territories (UTs) to work proactively towards uplifting the startup ecosystem.
- The 2019 Ranking Framework has seven broad reform areas consisting of 30 action points ranging from institutional support, easing compliances, relaxation in public procurement norms, incubation support, seed funding support, venture funding support, and awareness and outreach.
- 2 Categories: To establish uniformity and ensure standardization in the ranking process, States and UTs have been divided into two groups.
- Category Y: All UTs except Delhi and all States in North East India except Assam.
- Category X: All other States and UT of Delhi.
- Results: The States and UTs were classified as: Best Performers, Top Performers, Leaders, Aspiring Leaders and Emerging Startup Ecosystems.
- Gujarat was the Best performer in Category X followed by Karnataka and Kerala. Uttar Pradesh and Tamil Nadu occupied the lowest positions.
- Andaman and Nicobar Islands was the Best performer in Category Y. Sikkim secured the bottom place.
- Gujarat had secured the Best Performer position previous year as well.
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Solution (a)
- The Results of the 2nd edition of Ranking of States on Support to Startup Ecosystems were released by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (Ministry of Commerce & Industry).
- DPIIT has recently released the Ease of Doing Business Rankings of the States-2019 based on the State Business Reform Action Plan.
- The rankings were started with an objective of fostering competitiveness, mutual learning and propel States and Union Territories (UTs) to work proactively towards uplifting the startup ecosystem.
- The 2019 Ranking Framework has seven broad reform areas consisting of 30 action points ranging from institutional support, easing compliances, relaxation in public procurement norms, incubation support, seed funding support, venture funding support, and awareness and outreach.
- 2 Categories: To establish uniformity and ensure standardization in the ranking process, States and UTs have been divided into two groups.
- Category Y: All UTs except Delhi and all States in North East India except Assam.
- Category X: All other States and UT of Delhi.
- Results: The States and UTs were classified as: Best Performers, Top Performers, Leaders, Aspiring Leaders and Emerging Startup Ecosystems.
- Gujarat was the Best performer in Category X followed by Karnataka and Kerala. Uttar Pradesh and Tamil Nadu occupied the lowest positions.
- Andaman and Nicobar Islands was the Best performer in Category Y. Sikkim secured the bottom place.
- Gujarat had secured the Best Performer position previous year as well.
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