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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
Consider the following statements
- The Governor’s address to the first sitting of the legislature each year is a Constitutional requirement
- A session of a new or a continuing legislature cannot begin without the completion of Governor’s address
- After the Governor delivers the address, a debate must take place only on the contents of the address and is subject to vote
Choose the correct answer using the code given below
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Solution(a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Incorrect Article 176 of the Constitution – At the commencement of the first session after each general election to the Legislative Assembly and at the commencement of the first session of each year, the Governor shall address the Legislative Assembly and inform the Legislature of the causes of its summons. In the case of a State having a Legislative Council, both Houses assembled together. The Constitution gives the President and the Governor the power to address a sitting of the legislature. The special power is with regard to two occasions. The first is to address the opening session of a new legislature after a general election. The second is to address the first sitting of the legislature each year. Commonly referred to as the President’s or Governor’s Address, they are a constitutional requirement. A session of a new or a continuing legislature cannot begin without fulfilling this requirement. After the President or Governor delivers the address, a debate takes place not only on the contents of the address but also the broad issues of governance in the country. This then paves the way for discussion on the Budget. Context – Tamil Nadu Governor walked out of House as Chief Minister objected to deviation from speech.
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Solution(a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Incorrect Article 176 of the Constitution – At the commencement of the first session after each general election to the Legislative Assembly and at the commencement of the first session of each year, the Governor shall address the Legislative Assembly and inform the Legislature of the causes of its summons. In the case of a State having a Legislative Council, both Houses assembled together. The Constitution gives the President and the Governor the power to address a sitting of the legislature. The special power is with regard to two occasions. The first is to address the opening session of a new legislature after a general election. The second is to address the first sitting of the legislature each year. Commonly referred to as the President’s or Governor’s Address, they are a constitutional requirement. A session of a new or a continuing legislature cannot begin without fulfilling this requirement. After the President or Governor delivers the address, a debate takes place not only on the contents of the address but also the broad issues of governance in the country. This then paves the way for discussion on the Budget. Context – Tamil Nadu Governor walked out of House as Chief Minister objected to deviation from speech.
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
This National Park is a network of creeks and canals which are inundated with waters from rivers Brahmani, Baitarani, Dhamra and Patasala forming a unique ecosystem. It is home to the largest congregation of endangered Salt Water Crocodiles in the country. It is India’s second-largest mangrove ecosystem. The National Park is
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Solution(d)
Bhitarkanika National Park is India’s second-largest mangrove ecosystem after the Sunderbans. This National Park is a network of creeks and canals which are inundated with waters from rivers Brahmani, Baitarani, Dhamra and Patasalaforming a unique ecosystem. It is home to the largest congregation of endangered Salt Water Crocodiles in the country. The Gahirmatha Beach which forms the boundary of the sanctuary in the east is the largest colony of the Olive Ridley Sea Turtles. Bhitarkanika is also home to eight varieties of Kingfisher birds which is also a rarity.
Context – The recent census report of birds released by the forest department in Odisha said that the number of migratory birds in Bhitarkanika National Park has risen
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Solution(d)
Bhitarkanika National Park is India’s second-largest mangrove ecosystem after the Sunderbans. This National Park is a network of creeks and canals which are inundated with waters from rivers Brahmani, Baitarani, Dhamra and Patasalaforming a unique ecosystem. It is home to the largest congregation of endangered Salt Water Crocodiles in the country. The Gahirmatha Beach which forms the boundary of the sanctuary in the east is the largest colony of the Olive Ridley Sea Turtles. Bhitarkanika is also home to eight varieties of Kingfisher birds which is also a rarity.
Context – The recent census report of birds released by the forest department in Odisha said that the number of migratory birds in Bhitarkanika National Park has risen
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Consider the following statements with respect to ‘Young Professionals Scheme’
- The Scheme was conceived as part of an India-U.K. Migration and Mobility MoU signed and announced at the G20 Summit in Bali
- The scheme will permit up to 10,000 of their degree-holding citizens aged between 18 and 30 to live and work in each other’s countries for a period of five years
Select the correct statement(s)
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Solution(d)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Incorrect Young Professionals Scheme was conceived as part of an India-U.K. Migration and Mobility MoU signed in May 2021 and was announced in November at the G20 summit in Bali. It will permit up to 3,000 of their degree-holding citizens aged between 18 and 30 to live and work in each other’s countries for two years. The programme will be reciprocal, also allowing UK professionals in the same position to participate in a professional exchange by living and working in India. Context – India and the United Kingdom signed and exchanged letters for Young Professionals Scheme in London.
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Solution(d)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Incorrect Young Professionals Scheme was conceived as part of an India-U.K. Migration and Mobility MoU signed in May 2021 and was announced in November at the G20 summit in Bali. It will permit up to 3,000 of their degree-holding citizens aged between 18 and 30 to live and work in each other’s countries for two years. The programme will be reciprocal, also allowing UK professionals in the same position to participate in a professional exchange by living and working in India. Context – India and the United Kingdom signed and exchanged letters for Young Professionals Scheme in London.
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
With respect to ‘Ozone layer’, consider the following statements
- The thickness of the ozone layer varies worldwide and is generally thicker near the equator and thinner near the poles
- Earth is the only planet in the solar system which contains an ozone layer
- The ozone layer is mainly found in the lower portion of the stratosphere and is formed naturally through the interaction of solar ultraviolet (UV) radiation with molecular oxygen (O2)
Choose the correct answer using the code given below
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Solution(b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Incorrect Correct The thickness of the ozone layer varies worldwide and is generally thinner near the equator and thicker near the poles. Thickness refers to how much ozone is in a column over a given area and varies from season to season. The reasons for these variations are due to atmospheric circulation patterns and solar intensity. Venus also has a thin ozone layer at an altitude of 100 kilometers above the planet’s surface. The ozone layer is mainly found in the lower portion of the stratosphere, from approximately 15 to 35 kilometers (9 to 22 mi) above Earth, although its thickness varies seasonally and geographically. Stratospheric ozone is formed naturally through the interaction of solar ultraviolet (UV) radiation with molecular oxygen (O2). Context – Earth’s ozone layer is slowly recovering according to a United Nations report
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Solution(b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Incorrect Correct The thickness of the ozone layer varies worldwide and is generally thinner near the equator and thicker near the poles. Thickness refers to how much ozone is in a column over a given area and varies from season to season. The reasons for these variations are due to atmospheric circulation patterns and solar intensity. Venus also has a thin ozone layer at an altitude of 100 kilometers above the planet’s surface. The ozone layer is mainly found in the lower portion of the stratosphere, from approximately 15 to 35 kilometers (9 to 22 mi) above Earth, although its thickness varies seasonally and geographically. Stratospheric ozone is formed naturally through the interaction of solar ultraviolet (UV) radiation with molecular oxygen (O2). Context – Earth’s ozone layer is slowly recovering according to a United Nations report
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
With reference to ‘National Crisis Management Committee (NCMC)’, consider the following statements
- It is a committee set up under the National Disaster Management Authority for effective coordination and implementation of relief measures and operations
- It is chaired by the Cabinet Secretary and also has Agriculture Secretary as one of its members
Select the INCORRECT statement(s)
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Solution(a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Correct A National Crisis Management Committee is a committee set up by the Government of India in the wake of a natural calamity for effective coordination and implementation of relief measures and operations. A National Crisis Management Committee(NCMC) has been constituted in the Cabinet Secretariat. It is headed by Cabinet Secretary. On the constitution of such a committee, the Agriculture Secretary shall provide all necessary information to and seek directions. The composition of the Committee is as under:- Cabinet Secretary Chairman, Secretary to Prime Minister Member, Secretary (MHA) Member, Secretary (MCD) Member, Director (IB) Member, Secretary (R&AW) Member, Secretary (Agri & Coopn.) Co-opted Member, An officer of Cabinet Secretariat. Convenor Context – The National Crisis Management Committee (NCMC) under the Chairmanship of Cabinet Secretary met today and reviewed the situation in Joshimath.
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Solution(a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Correct A National Crisis Management Committee is a committee set up by the Government of India in the wake of a natural calamity for effective coordination and implementation of relief measures and operations. A National Crisis Management Committee(NCMC) has been constituted in the Cabinet Secretariat. It is headed by Cabinet Secretary. On the constitution of such a committee, the Agriculture Secretary shall provide all necessary information to and seek directions. The composition of the Committee is as under:- Cabinet Secretary Chairman, Secretary to Prime Minister Member, Secretary (MHA) Member, Secretary (MCD) Member, Director (IB) Member, Secretary (R&AW) Member, Secretary (Agri & Coopn.) Co-opted Member, An officer of Cabinet Secretariat. Convenor Context – The National Crisis Management Committee (NCMC) under the Chairmanship of Cabinet Secretary met today and reviewed the situation in Joshimath.
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