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The Current Affairs questions are based on sources like ‘The Hindu’, ‘Indian Express’ and ‘PIB’, which are very important sources for UPSC Prelims Exam. The questions are focused on both the concepts and facts. The topics covered here are generally different from what is being covered under ‘Daily Current Affairs/Daily News Analysis (DNA) and Daily Static Quiz’ to avoid duplication. The questions would be published from Monday to Saturday before 2 PM. One should not spend more than 10 minutes on this initiative.
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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
Consider the following statements about Quit India Movement
- The slogan ‘Quit India’ was coined by Yusuf Meherally.
- Women took active participation in the movement.
- Muslim League and the Hindu Mahasabha pledged complete support to the movement.
Choose the correct statements:
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Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Incorrect The slogan ‘Quit India’ · While Gandhi gave the clarion call of Quit India, the slogan was coined by Yusuf Meherally, a socialist and trade unionist who also served as Mayor of Bombay.
· A few years ago, in 1928, it was Meherally who had coined the slogan “Simon Go Back”.
Women Participation · Women took active participation in the movement. Female leaders like Usha Mehta helped set up an underground radio station which led to the awakening about the movement.
· Muslim League, the Communist Party of India and the Hindu Mahasabha did not support the movement. The Indian bureaucracy also did not support the movement. · The League was not in favour of the British leaving India without partitioning the country first.
· The Communist party supported the British since they were allied with the Soviet Union.
· The Hindu Mahasabha openly opposed the call for the Quit India Movement and boycotted it officially under the apprehension that the movement would create internal disorder and will endanger internal security during the war.
Context – It was in news as India gears up to celebrate 75th year of independence.
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Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Incorrect The slogan ‘Quit India’ · While Gandhi gave the clarion call of Quit India, the slogan was coined by Yusuf Meherally, a socialist and trade unionist who also served as Mayor of Bombay.
· A few years ago, in 1928, it was Meherally who had coined the slogan “Simon Go Back”.
Women Participation · Women took active participation in the movement. Female leaders like Usha Mehta helped set up an underground radio station which led to the awakening about the movement.
· Muslim League, the Communist Party of India and the Hindu Mahasabha did not support the movement. The Indian bureaucracy also did not support the movement. · The League was not in favour of the British leaving India without partitioning the country first.
· The Communist party supported the British since they were allied with the Soviet Union.
· The Hindu Mahasabha openly opposed the call for the Quit India Movement and boycotted it officially under the apprehension that the movement would create internal disorder and will endanger internal security during the war.
Context – It was in news as India gears up to celebrate 75th year of independence.
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following statements about International Mobile Equipment Identity (IMEI) number
- IMEI is a unique number with 15 digits that is used to identify a device on a mobile network.
- When a person uses the internet through his/her cellular service provider, IMEI number is used to verify the identity of his/her device.
Choose the incorrect statements:
Correct
Solution (d)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Correct · The International Mobile Equipment Identity or IMEI is a unique number that is used to identify a device on a mobile network. It has 15 digits, and is like your phone’s unique identity. · When you use the internet or place a call through your cellular service provider, then this number is used to verify the identity of your device. · If you have a dual SIM phone, then you will have two IMEI numbers, one for each slot.
Context – Delhi Police is now planning to close ranks with internet service providers and the department of telecommunications to block stolen or robbed phones using IMEI number
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Solution (d)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Correct · The International Mobile Equipment Identity or IMEI is a unique number that is used to identify a device on a mobile network. It has 15 digits, and is like your phone’s unique identity. · When you use the internet or place a call through your cellular service provider, then this number is used to verify the identity of your device. · If you have a dual SIM phone, then you will have two IMEI numbers, one for each slot.
Context – Delhi Police is now planning to close ranks with internet service providers and the department of telecommunications to block stolen or robbed phones using IMEI number
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Consider the following statements
- Ordinances cannot be used to revoke the fundamental rights of the citizens guaranteed by the Indian Constitution.
- To stay a law, the Ordinance must be approved by Parliament within six weeks of its reassembly.
- An ordinance can be re promulgated only once
Choose the correct statements:
Correct
Solution (a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Incorrect Ordinances cannot be used to revoke the fundamental rights of the citizens guaranteed by the Indian Constitution. To stay a law, the Ordinance must be approved by Parliament within six weeks of its reassembly. Its existence is terminated if the parliament does not act within six weeks of its reassembly. An ordinance has to be converted into legislation within 42 days of commencement of the Parliament session, or else it will lapse. An ordinance can be re-promulgated only thrice. Context – The Governor of Kerala objected to re promulgation of ordinance.
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Solution (a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Incorrect Ordinances cannot be used to revoke the fundamental rights of the citizens guaranteed by the Indian Constitution. To stay a law, the Ordinance must be approved by Parliament within six weeks of its reassembly. Its existence is terminated if the parliament does not act within six weeks of its reassembly. An ordinance has to be converted into legislation within 42 days of commencement of the Parliament session, or else it will lapse. An ordinance can be re-promulgated only thrice. Context – The Governor of Kerala objected to re promulgation of ordinance.
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements regarding “India ki Udaan” initiative
- It is a part of Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav and aims at showcasing the India’s rich archives and featuring artistic illustrations.
- It is an initiative launched by Ministry of culture and Microsoft
Select the correct statement(s)
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Solution (a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Incorrect India ki Udaan Initiative was launched as a part of Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav. It is the celebration of unwavering and undying spirit of India. It aims to take citizens to the rich culture & heritage of India, by means of its rich archives and featuring artistic illustrations. This project is launched based on the Theme- ‘Unwavering and undying spirit of India over the past 75 years”. Ministry of Culture has launched “India ki Udaan” initiative in association with Google. This initiative seeks to celebrate unwavering & undying spirit of India and its achievements in last 75 years. Context: Culture Ministry launched India Ki Udaan initiative
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Solution (a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Incorrect India ki Udaan Initiative was launched as a part of Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav. It is the celebration of unwavering and undying spirit of India. It aims to take citizens to the rich culture & heritage of India, by means of its rich archives and featuring artistic illustrations. This project is launched based on the Theme- ‘Unwavering and undying spirit of India over the past 75 years”. Ministry of Culture has launched “India ki Udaan” initiative in association with Google. This initiative seeks to celebrate unwavering & undying spirit of India and its achievements in last 75 years. Context: Culture Ministry launched India Ki Udaan initiative
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
‘PARVAZ’ a scheme recently launched in Kashmir is related to
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Solution(b)
Under the scheme, government will provide a subsidy of 25% on freight charges, in a bid to carry perishable fruits through Air Cargo. Subsidy will be provided to farmers through Direct Benefit Transfer mode. Scheme is being implemented by Jammu & Kashmir Horticultural Produce Marketing and Processing Corporation (JKHPMC).
Context – The government of Jammu & Kashmir launched the “PARVAZ Market Linkage Scheme”
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Solution(b)
Under the scheme, government will provide a subsidy of 25% on freight charges, in a bid to carry perishable fruits through Air Cargo. Subsidy will be provided to farmers through Direct Benefit Transfer mode. Scheme is being implemented by Jammu & Kashmir Horticultural Produce Marketing and Processing Corporation (JKHPMC).
Context – The government of Jammu & Kashmir launched the “PARVAZ Market Linkage Scheme”
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