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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
Consider the following statements about ‘International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA)’
- The Alliance will work for the conservation of big cats such as Tiger, Lion, Leopard, Snow Leopard, Cheetah, Jaguar and Puma harbouring our planet
- The Alliance launched by India seeks to bring together countries, conservationists, and experts from around the world
Select the correct statement(s)
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Solution (c)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Correct The Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi launched the International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA) for conservation of seven big cats namely Tiger, Lion, Leopard, Snow Leopard, Cheetah, Jaguar and Puma harbouring our planet. The alliance aims to reach out to 97 range countries covering the natural habitats of Tiger, Lion, Snow Leopard, Puma, Jaguar, and Cheetah. The alliance seeks to bring together countries, conservationists, and experts from around the world to collaborate on conservation efforts for these seven big cat species. Through IBCA, India hopes to share knowledge, expertise, and best practices in conserving these species with other countries that have significant big cat populations, such as Indonesia, Brazil, and South Africa Context – To commemorate 50 years of Project Tiger, the Prime Minister of India launched the International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA)
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Solution (c)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Correct The Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi launched the International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA) for conservation of seven big cats namely Tiger, Lion, Leopard, Snow Leopard, Cheetah, Jaguar and Puma harbouring our planet. The alliance aims to reach out to 97 range countries covering the natural habitats of Tiger, Lion, Snow Leopard, Puma, Jaguar, and Cheetah. The alliance seeks to bring together countries, conservationists, and experts from around the world to collaborate on conservation efforts for these seven big cat species. Through IBCA, India hopes to share knowledge, expertise, and best practices in conserving these species with other countries that have significant big cat populations, such as Indonesia, Brazil, and South Africa Context – To commemorate 50 years of Project Tiger, the Prime Minister of India launched the International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA)
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
With reference to ‘Ramakrishna Mission’, consider the following statements
- The mission was founded by Ramakrishna Paramahamsa and propagates the Hindu philosophy of Vedanta
- The mission bases its work on the principles of Karma yoga, the principle of selfless work done with a dedication to God
Select the correct statement(s)
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Solution (b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Correct Ramakrishna Mission (RKM) is a Hindu religious and spiritual organisation which forms the core of a worldwide spiritual movement known as the Ramakrishna Movement or the Vedanta Movement. The mission is named after an Indian spiritual Guru Ramakrishna Paramahamsa and founded by Ramakrishna’s chief disciple Swami Vivekananda on 1 May 1897. The organisation mainly propagates the Hindu philosophy of Vedanta–Advaita Vedanta and four yogic ideals – Jnana, Bhakti, Karma, and Raja yoga The mission bases its work on the principles of Karma yoga, the principle of selfless work done with a dedication to God. Swami Vivekananda proclaimed “Renunciation and service” as the twofold national ideals of modern India. The mission strives to practice and preach these. Context – Recently, The Prime Minister of India participated in the 125th Anniversary celebrations of Sri Ramakrishna Math at Vivekananda House in Chennai, Tamil Nadu.
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Solution (b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Correct Ramakrishna Mission (RKM) is a Hindu religious and spiritual organisation which forms the core of a worldwide spiritual movement known as the Ramakrishna Movement or the Vedanta Movement. The mission is named after an Indian spiritual Guru Ramakrishna Paramahamsa and founded by Ramakrishna’s chief disciple Swami Vivekananda on 1 May 1897. The organisation mainly propagates the Hindu philosophy of Vedanta–Advaita Vedanta and four yogic ideals – Jnana, Bhakti, Karma, and Raja yoga The mission bases its work on the principles of Karma yoga, the principle of selfless work done with a dedication to God. Swami Vivekananda proclaimed “Renunciation and service” as the twofold national ideals of modern India. The mission strives to practice and preach these. Context – Recently, The Prime Minister of India participated in the 125th Anniversary celebrations of Sri Ramakrishna Math at Vivekananda House in Chennai, Tamil Nadu.
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Consider the following statements about ‘Indian Space Policy 2023’
- The policy aims to increase India’s share in the global space economy to 10% in the future
- The private sector can take part in end-to-end space activities that include building satellites, rockets and launch vehicles
- The policy designates NewSpace India Limited (NSIL) to act as the interface between Indian Space Research Organisation and non-governmental entities
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 The policy aims to increase India’s share in the global space economy to 10% in the future. India’s share is currently 2% The policy seeks to institutionalize the private sector participation in the space sector, with ISRO focusing on research and development of advanced space technologies. The private sector can take part in end-to-end space activities that include building satellites, rockets, launch vehicles, data collection, and dissemination. INSPACe will be the interface between Indian Space Research Organisation and non-governmental entities. NSIL will carry out strategic activities related to the space sector and will work in a demand-driven mode. Context – The government has approved the Indian Space Policy (ISP) 2023, to boost private sector participation and increase investments in the space sector
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Solution (a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Incorrect The policy aims to increase India’s share in the global space economy to 10% in the future. India’s share is currently 2% The policy seeks to institutionalize the private sector participation in the space sector, with ISRO focusing on research and development of advanced space technologies. The private sector can take part in end-to-end space activities that include building satellites, rockets, launch vehicles, data collection, and dissemination. INSPACe will be the interface between Indian Space Research Organisation and non-governmental entities. NSIL will carry out strategic activities related to the space sector and will work in a demand-driven mode. Context – The government has approved the Indian Space Policy (ISP) 2023, to boost private sector participation and increase investments in the space sector
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements about ‘IT (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Amendment Rules 2023’
- It is obligatory on the part of intermediaries to ensure that no advertisement of a non-permissible online game is hosted on its platform
- It empowers the Union Government to designate an official fact checker for curbing misinformation and ‘fake news’
- The Rules are aligned with the guidelines provided by the Supreme Court in Shreya Singhal Vs Union of India case
Choose the correct answer using the code given below
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Solution (b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Incorrect It is obligatory on the part of intermediaries to make a reasonable effort to not host/publish/share any online game that can harm the user and ensure that no advertisement of a non-permissible online game is hosted on its platform. The amendment empowers the Union Government to designate an official fact checker for misinformation and ‘fake news’, and to regulate the online real money gaming industry. The amendment violates the procedures, safeguards and conditions laid out in Shreya Singhal v. Union of India or under Section 69A of the IT Act. Government sets itself as judge, jury and executioner Context – The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) notified amendments to the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021.
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Solution (b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Incorrect It is obligatory on the part of intermediaries to make a reasonable effort to not host/publish/share any online game that can harm the user and ensure that no advertisement of a non-permissible online game is hosted on its platform. The amendment empowers the Union Government to designate an official fact checker for misinformation and ‘fake news’, and to regulate the online real money gaming industry. The amendment violates the procedures, safeguards and conditions laid out in Shreya Singhal v. Union of India or under Section 69A of the IT Act. Government sets itself as judge, jury and executioner Context – The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) notified amendments to the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021.
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
‘Article 371F’ of the Indian Constitution provides special status to which state?
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Solution (d)
Article 371F is a special provision in the Constitution of India that was created to provide for the unique status of Sikkim, a state located in the northeastern part of India. Sikkim was an independent kingdom until 1975, when it became the 22nd state of India. Article 371F was included in the Constitution to ensure that Sikkim’s distinct identity and cultural heritage were protected and preserved after its merger with India.
Context – Former Sikkim CM claimed that the Sikkimese people feel betrayed as Article 371F, which guarantees special provisions for Sikkim, was “violated”.
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Solution (d)
Article 371F is a special provision in the Constitution of India that was created to provide for the unique status of Sikkim, a state located in the northeastern part of India. Sikkim was an independent kingdom until 1975, when it became the 22nd state of India. Article 371F was included in the Constitution to ensure that Sikkim’s distinct identity and cultural heritage were protected and preserved after its merger with India.
Context – Former Sikkim CM claimed that the Sikkimese people feel betrayed as Article 371F, which guarantees special provisions for Sikkim, was “violated”.
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