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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
Article 142 is associated with
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Solution (a)
Article 142 deals with the Enforcement of decrees and orders of Supreme Court.
As per it ‘the Supreme Court in the exercise of its jurisdiction may pass such decree or make such order as is necessary for doing complete justice…’
The article is often in news for judicial activism or overreach.
Article reference: Supreme Court stays implementation of 3 controversial farm laws
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Solution (a)
Article 142 deals with the Enforcement of decrees and orders of Supreme Court.
As per it ‘the Supreme Court in the exercise of its jurisdiction may pass such decree or make such order as is necessary for doing complete justice…’
The article is often in news for judicial activism or overreach.
Article reference: Supreme Court stays implementation of 3 controversial farm laws
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Which of the following countries is not a member of South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC)?
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Solution (d)
The South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) is comprised of Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Nepal, the Maldives, Pakistan and Sri Lanka.
SAARC is regional intergovernmental organization and geopolitical union in South Asia. It promotes development of economical and regional integration.
Article link: Reclaiming SAARC from the ashes of 2020
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Solution (d)
The South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) is comprised of Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Nepal, the Maldives, Pakistan and Sri Lanka.
SAARC is regional intergovernmental organization and geopolitical union in South Asia. It promotes development of economical and regional integration.
Article link: Reclaiming SAARC from the ashes of 2020
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Which of the below statements best describes the term ‘Goldilocks economy’?
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Solution (a)
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A Goldilocks economy is an economy that is not too hot or cold, in other words sustains moderate economic growth, and that has low inflation, which allows a market-friendly monetary policy.
A Goldilocks Economy describes an economy that is not so hot that it causes inflation, and not so cold that it causes a recession. The term describes an economy that is operating in an optimal state by providing full employment and economic stability.
An anti-goldilocks economy, however, is one that’s neither cold enough to support stimulus measures, nor hot enough to sustain growth.
Article link: Reclaiming SAARC from the ashes of 2020
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Solution (a)
Basic information:
A Goldilocks economy is an economy that is not too hot or cold, in other words sustains moderate economic growth, and that has low inflation, which allows a market-friendly monetary policy.
A Goldilocks Economy describes an economy that is not so hot that it causes inflation, and not so cold that it causes a recession. The term describes an economy that is operating in an optimal state by providing full employment and economic stability.
An anti-goldilocks economy, however, is one that’s neither cold enough to support stimulus measures, nor hot enough to sustain growth.
Article link: Reclaiming SAARC from the ashes of 2020
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
In the case of Puducherry, the President of India can legislate by making regulations only
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Solution (c)
Explanation:
The President can make regulations for the peace, progress and good government of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Lakshadweep, Dadra and Nagar Haveli, and Daman and Diu.
In the case of Puducherry also, the President can legislate by making regulations but only when the assembly is suspended or dissolved.
Article reference: Strained ties: On Puducherry standoff
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Solution (c)
Explanation:
The President can make regulations for the peace, progress and good government of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Lakshadweep, Dadra and Nagar Haveli, and Daman and Diu.
In the case of Puducherry also, the President can legislate by making regulations but only when the assembly is suspended or dissolved.
Article reference: Strained ties: On Puducherry standoff
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Which of the below given statement(s) is/are not correct about State Election Commission?
- The superintendence, direction and control of the preparation of electoral rolls and the conduct of all elections to the municipalities shall be vested in the state election commission.
- The state legislature may make provision with respect to all matters relating to elections to the municipalities.
Select the appropriate code from below:
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Solution (d)
Explanation:
Both the given statements are correct, however question asks for not correct statements. Hence, (d) none is the correct answer.
Election commission is not concerned with the elections to panchayats and muncipalities in the states. For this, the Constitution of India provides for a separate State Election Commission.
The superintendence, direction and control of the preparation of electoral rolls and the conduct of all elections to the municipalities shall be vested in the state election commission. The state legislature may make provision with respect to all matters relating to elections to the municipalities.
Article reference: Strained ties: On Puducherry standoff
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Solution (d)
Explanation:
Both the given statements are correct, however question asks for not correct statements. Hence, (d) none is the correct answer.
Election commission is not concerned with the elections to panchayats and muncipalities in the states. For this, the Constitution of India provides for a separate State Election Commission.
The superintendence, direction and control of the preparation of electoral rolls and the conduct of all elections to the municipalities shall be vested in the state election commission. The state legislature may make provision with respect to all matters relating to elections to the municipalities.
Article reference: Strained ties: On Puducherry standoff
