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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
Consider the following statements about National Council for Transgender Persons
- It is a statutory body constituted under the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Act 2019
- The Union Minister of Minorities is the ex-officio chairperson.
- It has the same powers as are vested in a Civil Court under the Code of Civil Procedure (1908).
How many of the statements given above are correct?
Correct
Solution (a)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Incorrect Incorrect · It is a statutory body constituted under the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Act 2019 to safeguard the rights of transgender persons in India. · It is responsible for monitoring and evaluating the implementation of the provisions of the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Act, 2019 and making recommendations to the government on measures to promote and protect the rights of transgender persons.
· The Union Minister of Social Justice & Empowerment is the Chairperson (ex-officio). · The Union Minister of State for Social Justice & Empowerment is the Vice-Chairperson (ex-officio) of the council.
· The other members of the Council include representatives of various Ministries/Departments
· Five representatives of the transgender community.
· Representatives of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) and the National Commission for Women (NCW), representatives of State Governments and UTs, and experts representing NGOs.
· It advises the Central Government on the formulation of policies, programmes, legislation and projects with respect to transgender persons. · It Monitors and evaluates the impact of policies and programmes designed for achieving equality and full participation of transgender persons.
· It reviews and coordinates the activities of all the departments of Government and other Governmental and non-Governmental Organisations which are dealing with matters relating to transgender persons.
· It redresses the grievances of transgender persons.
· It does not have the power of Civil Court under the Code of Civil Procedure (1908).
Context: Recently, the National Council for Transgender Persons (NCTP) convened its pivotal meeting under the Chairmanship of Secretary, Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment.
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Solution (a)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Incorrect Incorrect · It is a statutory body constituted under the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Act 2019 to safeguard the rights of transgender persons in India. · It is responsible for monitoring and evaluating the implementation of the provisions of the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Act, 2019 and making recommendations to the government on measures to promote and protect the rights of transgender persons.
· The Union Minister of Social Justice & Empowerment is the Chairperson (ex-officio). · The Union Minister of State for Social Justice & Empowerment is the Vice-Chairperson (ex-officio) of the council.
· The other members of the Council include representatives of various Ministries/Departments
· Five representatives of the transgender community.
· Representatives of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) and the National Commission for Women (NCW), representatives of State Governments and UTs, and experts representing NGOs.
· It advises the Central Government on the formulation of policies, programmes, legislation and projects with respect to transgender persons. · It Monitors and evaluates the impact of policies and programmes designed for achieving equality and full participation of transgender persons.
· It reviews and coordinates the activities of all the departments of Government and other Governmental and non-Governmental Organisations which are dealing with matters relating to transgender persons.
· It redresses the grievances of transgender persons.
· It does not have the power of Civil Court under the Code of Civil Procedure (1908).
Context: Recently, the National Council for Transgender Persons (NCTP) convened its pivotal meeting under the Chairmanship of Secretary, Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment.
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following statements about BharatNet Project
- It is the world’s largest rural broadband connectivity programme using Optical Fiber.
- It is executed by a Special Purpose Vehicle called Bharat Broadband Network Limited incorporated Indian Companies Act 1956.
- The project is financed by the Universal Service Obligation Fund (USOF) created under the Ministry of Communications.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
Correct
Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Correct · National Optical Fibre Network (NOFN) was launched in October 2011 and was renamed as Bharat Net Project in 2015. · It is the world’s largest rural broadband connectivity programme using Optical Fiber.
· This project involves altering the execution strategy and employing Village Level Entrepreneurs (Udyamis) to provide fiber connections to the last mile, thereby accelerating the connectivity process over the next 2.5 years.
· A flagship mission is implemented by Bharat Broadband Network Ltd. (BBNL). · BBNL is a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) set up by the Government of India under the Companies Act, 1956.
· It is being implemented by the Department of Telecommunication under the Ministry of Communications.
· It is financed by the Universal Service Obligation Fund (USOF). · USOF ensures that there is universal non-discriminatory access to quality ICT (Information and Communications Technology) services at economically efficient prices to people in rural and remote areas.
· It was created under the Ministry of Communications in 2002.
Context: State-owned Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has floated around Rs 65,000-crore tender for the implementation of the phase-III BharatNet project.
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Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Correct · National Optical Fibre Network (NOFN) was launched in October 2011 and was renamed as Bharat Net Project in 2015. · It is the world’s largest rural broadband connectivity programme using Optical Fiber.
· This project involves altering the execution strategy and employing Village Level Entrepreneurs (Udyamis) to provide fiber connections to the last mile, thereby accelerating the connectivity process over the next 2.5 years.
· A flagship mission is implemented by Bharat Broadband Network Ltd. (BBNL). · BBNL is a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) set up by the Government of India under the Companies Act, 1956.
· It is being implemented by the Department of Telecommunication under the Ministry of Communications.
· It is financed by the Universal Service Obligation Fund (USOF). · USOF ensures that there is universal non-discriminatory access to quality ICT (Information and Communications Technology) services at economically efficient prices to people in rural and remote areas.
· It was created under the Ministry of Communications in 2002.
Context: State-owned Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has floated around Rs 65,000-crore tender for the implementation of the phase-III BharatNet project.
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Mission Aspides, recently seen in news is related to?
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Solution (a)
Option a Correct Mission Aspides · It is a European Union (EU) naval mission to protect cargo ships in the Red Sea from attacks from Yemen’s Houthi rebels.
· It will send European warships and airborne early warning systems to the Red Sea, Gulf of Aden and surrounding waters.
· So far, France, Germany, Italy and Belgium have said they plan to contribute ships.
· Aspides vessels, whose operational command centre will be in the Greek city of Larissa, will have orders to fire on the Houthis only if they attack first and will not be authorised to shoot pre-emptively.
· The mission is planned for one year but may be renewed.
Context: The European Union recently launchedMission Aspidesto protect commercial vessels in the Red Sea from attacks by Iran-backed Houthi rebels.
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Solution (a)
Option a Correct Mission Aspides · It is a European Union (EU) naval mission to protect cargo ships in the Red Sea from attacks from Yemen’s Houthi rebels.
· It will send European warships and airborne early warning systems to the Red Sea, Gulf of Aden and surrounding waters.
· So far, France, Germany, Italy and Belgium have said they plan to contribute ships.
· Aspides vessels, whose operational command centre will be in the Greek city of Larissa, will have orders to fire on the Houthis only if they attack first and will not be authorised to shoot pre-emptively.
· The mission is planned for one year but may be renewed.
Context: The European Union recently launchedMission Aspidesto protect commercial vessels in the Red Sea from attacks by Iran-backed Houthi rebels.
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements about VAIBHAV Scheme
- It aims to connect the Indian STEMM diaspora with Indian academic and R&D institutions.
- The fellowship is open to outstanding scientists and technologists who are actively engaged in research activities in their respective countries.
Choose the correct statements:
Correct
Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Correct · The Vaishvik Bharatiya Vaigyanik (VAIBHAV) is a fellowship programme to connect the Indian STEMM diaspora with Indian academic and R&D institutions. · It is being implemented by the Department of Science and Technology (DST), Ministry of Science and Technology.
· Fellowship Grant – Fellowship would include fellowship grant (INR 4,00,000 per month), international and domestic travel, accommodation and contingencies.
· The scheme provides financial assistance to the institute that facilitates the fellow for research work.
· Eligibility – The fellowship is open to outstanding scientists and technologists who are actively engaged in research activities in their respective countries. The eligible scientist include:
· Indian origin (Non-resident Indians (NRI)
· Persons of Indian Origin (PIO)
· Overseas Citizen of India (OCI)
· They will be required to spend 1-2 months annually for a maximum of three years.
· The fellowship is open for all areas under Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics as well as Medicine (STEMM).
Context: The Department of Science and Technology (DST) has recently completed its first call for proposals and initiated the second call for the eligible scientists in this scheme.
Incorrect
Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Correct · The Vaishvik Bharatiya Vaigyanik (VAIBHAV) is a fellowship programme to connect the Indian STEMM diaspora with Indian academic and R&D institutions. · It is being implemented by the Department of Science and Technology (DST), Ministry of Science and Technology.
· Fellowship Grant – Fellowship would include fellowship grant (INR 4,00,000 per month), international and domestic travel, accommodation and contingencies.
· The scheme provides financial assistance to the institute that facilitates the fellow for research work.
· Eligibility – The fellowship is open to outstanding scientists and technologists who are actively engaged in research activities in their respective countries. The eligible scientist include:
· Indian origin (Non-resident Indians (NRI)
· Persons of Indian Origin (PIO)
· Overseas Citizen of India (OCI)
· They will be required to spend 1-2 months annually for a maximum of three years.
· The fellowship is open for all areas under Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics as well as Medicine (STEMM).
Context: The Department of Science and Technology (DST) has recently completed its first call for proposals and initiated the second call for the eligible scientists in this scheme.
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Consider the following statements about Global Resources Outlook Report
- It is biennial report published by World Economic Forum and UNEP
- The report states consumption of natural resources globally is set to rise by 60% by 2060.
Choose the incorrect statements:
Correct
Solution (a)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Correct · The 2024 edition of the Global Resources Outlook Report will be tabled at the 6th UN Environment Assembly which is to be held in Nairobi, Kenya. · Launched in – 2019
· Published by – International Resource Panel of UN.
· Aim – To provide regular reporting on the state and impact of, and outlook for, resource use globally.
· The International Resource Panel (IRP) was launched by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) in 2007 to build and share the knowledge needed to improve our use of resources worldwide.
Highlights of the Report · Consumption – Consumption of natural resources globally is set to rise by 60% by 2060, already 4 times higher than the 1970 levels.
· Technosphere – It is the totality of human-made products, from airports to Zimmer frames and it is heavier than the biosphere and have exceeded that of all life on Earth since 2020.
· Equity over GDP – The report prioritises equity and human wellbeing measurements over GDP growth alone.
· Against Green Production – It proposes actions to reduce overall demand rather than simply increasing “green” production.
· Greener Energy transition technologies requires ‘strategic and critical minerals’, whose extraction demands more energy.
· For example, Electric vehicles use almost 10 times more critical raw materials than conventional cars.
· Reaching net zero transport emissions by 2050 would require 6-fold increase of critical mineral extraction within 15 years.s
Context: The 2024 edition of the Global Resources Outlook Report will be tabled at the 6th UN Environment Assembly which is to be held in Nairobi, Kenya.
Incorrect
Solution (a)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Correct · The 2024 edition of the Global Resources Outlook Report will be tabled at the 6th UN Environment Assembly which is to be held in Nairobi, Kenya. · Launched in – 2019
· Published by – International Resource Panel of UN.
· Aim – To provide regular reporting on the state and impact of, and outlook for, resource use globally.
· The International Resource Panel (IRP) was launched by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) in 2007 to build and share the knowledge needed to improve our use of resources worldwide.
Highlights of the Report · Consumption – Consumption of natural resources globally is set to rise by 60% by 2060, already 4 times higher than the 1970 levels.
· Technosphere – It is the totality of human-made products, from airports to Zimmer frames and it is heavier than the biosphere and have exceeded that of all life on Earth since 2020.
· Equity over GDP – The report prioritises equity and human wellbeing measurements over GDP growth alone.
· Against Green Production – It proposes actions to reduce overall demand rather than simply increasing “green” production.
· Greener Energy transition technologies requires ‘strategic and critical minerals’, whose extraction demands more energy.
· For example, Electric vehicles use almost 10 times more critical raw materials than conventional cars.
· Reaching net zero transport emissions by 2050 would require 6-fold increase of critical mineral extraction within 15 years.s
Context: The 2024 edition of the Global Resources Outlook Report will be tabled at the 6th UN Environment Assembly which is to be held in Nairobi, Kenya.
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