UPSC Quiz – 2024 : IASbaba’s Daily Current Affairs Quiz 23rd February 2024

IASbaba Daily Prelims Quiz

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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 Fair and Remunerative Price

It is the sugarcane price, which mills are legally bound to pay to farmers for the cane procured from them.
The FRP is fixed by the Union government on the recommendations of the Commission for Agricultural Costs and Prices.

Choose the correct statements:

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2

Correct

Solution (c)

Statement Analysis

Statement 1

Statement 2

Correct

· It is the price declared by the government, which mills are legally bound to pay to farmers for the cane procured from them.

· The payment of FRP across the country is governed by the Sugarcane Control order, 1966 which mandates payment within 14 days of the date of delivery of the cane.

· Mills have the option of signing an agreement with farmers, which would allow them to pay the FRP in installments.

· Delays in payment can attract an interest up to 15 per cent per annum, and the sugar commissioner can recover unpaid FRP as dues in revenue recovery by attaching properties of the mills.

· The FRP is fixed by the Union government (Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA)) on the basis of recommendations of the Commission for Agricultural Costs and Prices (CACP).

The amended provisions of the Sugarcane (Control) Order, 1966 provides for fixation of FRP of sugarcane having regard to the following factors:-

· cost of production of sugarcane

· return to the growers from alternative crops and the general trend of prices of agricultural commodities

· availability of sugar to consumers at a fair price

· price at which sugar produced from sugarcane is sold by sugar producers;

· recovery of sugar from sugarcane;

· the realization made from sale of by-products viz. molasses, bagasse and press mud or their imputed value

· reasonable margins for the growers of sugarcane on account of risk and profits

Context: Recently, the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs approved ₹340/quintal as the Fair and Remunerative Price (FRP) of sugarcane for sugar season 2024-25 at sugar recovery rate of 10.25%.

Incorrect

Solution (c)

Statement Analysis

Statement 1

Statement 2

Correct

· It is the price declared by the government, which mills are legally bound to pay to farmers for the cane procured from them.

· The payment of FRP across the country is governed by the Sugarcane Control order, 1966 which mandates payment within 14 days of the date of delivery of the cane.

· Mills have the option of signing an agreement with farmers, which would allow them to pay the FRP in installments.

· Delays in payment can attract an interest up to 15 per cent per annum, and the sugar commissioner can recover unpaid FRP as dues in revenue recovery by attaching properties of the mills.

· The FRP is fixed by the Union government (Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA)) on the basis of recommendations of the Commission for Agricultural Costs and Prices (CACP).

The amended provisions of the Sugarcane (Control) Order, 1966 provides for fixation of FRP of sugarcane having regard to the following factors:-

· cost of production of sugarcane

· return to the growers from alternative crops and the general trend of prices of agricultural commodities

· availability of sugar to consumers at a fair price

· price at which sugar produced from sugarcane is sold by sugar producers;

· recovery of sugar from sugarcane;

· the realization made from sale of by-products viz. molasses, bagasse and press mud or their imputed value

· reasonable margins for the growers of sugarcane on account of risk and profits

Question 2 of 5

2. Question

Consider the following statements about Committee of Privileges in Parliament

It is a joint committee consists of 15 members from Lok Sabha and 7 members from Rajya Sabha.
The committee is headed by the deputy chairperson of Rajya Sabha.
The Speaker/Rajya Sabha chairperson is the first level of scrutiny of a privilege motion.

How many of the statements given above are correct?

a) Only one
b) Only two
c) All three
d) None of the above

Correct

Solution (a)

Statement Analysis

Statement 1

Statement 2

Statement 3

Incorrect

Correct

· This committee consists of 15 members in Lok Sabha (10 in the case of Rajya Sabha) nominated by the Speaker (Chairman in the case of Rajya Sabha).

· It is not a joint committee.

· In the Lok Sabha, the Speaker nominates a committee of privileges consisting of 15 members as per respective party strengths.

· A report is then presented to the House for its consideration.

· The Speaker may permit a half-hour debate while considering the report.

· The Speaker may then pass final orders or direct that the report be tabled before the House.

· A resolution may then be moved relating to the breach of privilege that has to be unanimously passed.

· In the Rajya Sabha, the deputy chairperson heads the committee of privileges, that consists of 10 members.

· Role of the Speaker/Rajya Sabha Chair

· The Speaker/RS chairperson is the first level of scrutiny of a privilege motion.

· The Speaker/Chair can decide on the privilege motion himself or herself or refer it to the privileges committee of Parliament.

· If the Speaker/Chair gives consent under Rule 222, the member concerned is given an opportunity to make a short statement.

Context: The Supreme Court recently stayed the proceedings of the Lok Sabha Privilege committee against the Chief Secretary, Director General of Police and three other officials of the State of West Bengal.

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Solution (a)

Statement Analysis

Statement 1

Statement 2

Statement 3

Incorrect

Correct

· This committee consists of 15 members in Lok Sabha (10 in the case of Rajya Sabha) nominated by the Speaker (Chairman in the case of Rajya Sabha).

· It is not a joint committee.

· In the Lok Sabha, the Speaker nominates a committee of privileges consisting of 15 members as per respective party strengths.

· A report is then presented to the House for its consideration.

· The Speaker may permit a half-hour debate while considering the report.

· The Speaker may then pass final orders or direct that the report be tabled before the House.

· A resolution may then be moved relating to the breach of privilege that has to be unanimously passed.

· In the Rajya Sabha, the deputy chairperson heads the committee of privileges, that consists of 10 members.

· Role of the Speaker/Rajya Sabha Chair

· The Speaker/RS chairperson is the first level of scrutiny of a privilege motion.

· The Speaker/Chair can decide on the privilege motion himself or herself or refer it to the privileges committee of Parliament.

· If the Speaker/Chair gives consent under Rule 222, the member concerned is given an opportunity to make a short statement.

Question 3 of 5

3. Question

Consider the following statements about INSAT-3DS Mission

It was the first mission of ISRO using recently developed Small Satellite Launch Vehicle
The mission is fully funded by the Ministry of Science and Technology and Ministry of Home Affairs
The mission will help in environment monitoring, weather forecasting and disaster relief operations.

How many of the statements given above are correct?

a) Only one
b) Only two
c) All three
d) None of the above

Correct

Solution (a)

Statement Analysis

Statement 1

Statement 2

Statement 3

Incorrect

Correct

· The GSLV is the launch vehicle of the mission that aims to deploy the INSAT-3DS meteorological satellite into the Geosynchronous Transfer Orbit (GTO).

· INSAT-3DS Satellite is a follow-on mission of Third Generation Meteorological Satellite from Geostationary Orbit.

· The mission is fully funded by the Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES).

· The mission is designed to operate in space for ten years, is expected to boost environment monitoring, oceanic observations and weather forecasting and assist disaster relief operations.

· The satellite will augment the Meteorological services along with the presently operational INSAT-3D and INSAT-3DR satellites.

· Indian Industries have significantly contributed to the making of the Satellite.

Context: It was in news.

Incorrect

Solution (a)

Statement Analysis

Statement 1

Statement 2

Statement 3

Incorrect

Correct

· The GSLV is the launch vehicle of the mission that aims to deploy the INSAT-3DS meteorological satellite into the Geosynchronous Transfer Orbit (GTO).

· INSAT-3DS Satellite is a follow-on mission of Third Generation Meteorological Satellite from Geostationary Orbit.

· The mission is fully funded by the Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES).

· The mission is designed to operate in space for ten years, is expected to boost environment monitoring, oceanic observations and weather forecasting and assist disaster relief operations.

· The satellite will augment the Meteorological services along with the presently operational INSAT-3D and INSAT-3DR satellites.

· Indian Industries have significantly contributed to the making of the Satellite.

Context: It was in news.

Question 4 of 5

4. Question

Consider the following statements about U-Report

It is a social messaging tool developed by the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) to gather real-time data on various issues.
It uses SMS and social media to conduct polls and surveys, allowing individuals to share their opinions on different topics.

Choose the correct statements:

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2

Correct

Solution (c)

Statement Analysis

Option c

Correct

· U-Report is a social messaging tool developed by the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) to engage with communities and gather real-time data on various issues.

· U-Report uses SMS and social media to conduct polls and surveys, allowing individuals to share their opinions on different topics, including education, health, and social issues.

Key findings of the report – 55% of women prefer to work from home so that they can manage the house chores too.

· 75% of young women and men believe that finding a job is the most important next step for the women post their studies.

· Less than 1/5th believe that women should get married immediately after completing their academics.

· Almost 52% of the respondents believe that access to information and opportunities or support from families are key factors that influence young women’s decision to develop job-ready skills and join the workforce.

· 56% of the respondents believed that parents/family or partners are important actors in choosing aspirations and career options.

· 42% male and 47% female respondents believe that parents and family members of young women make decisions with regard to their dreams and aspirations.

· 33% male and 37% female respondents believe that young women themselves make the decision for their dreams and aspirations.

Context: In a recent survey conducted by UNICEF’s public-private youth platform, U-Report, has revealed that that 55% of women prefer to work from home so that they can manage the house chores too.