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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
Consider the following statements about Review Petition
- Article 138 of the Constitution gives the Supreme Court the power to review any of its judgments or orders.
- Any person aggrieved by a ruling can seek a review petition.
- Review Petition is the last resort to the highest court that can be petitioned for redressal of grievances in court.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
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Solution (a)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Correct Incorrect · The word “review” means to examine again. · Article 137 of the Constitution gives the Supreme Court the power to review any of its judgments or orders.
· The court has the power to review its rulings to correct a “patent error” and not “minor mistakes of inconsequential import”.
· Similarly, High Courts have also been given the power to review its judgments under Article 226 of the Constitution. However, it can only be invoked when there is a breach of law or violation of the Constitution.
Procedure: · Who can file a review petition? It is not necessary that only parties to a case can seek a review of the judgment on it. Any person aggrieved by a ruling can seek a review.
· Time frame: As per 1996 rules framed by the Supreme Court, a review petition must be filed within 30 days of the date of judgment or order.
· Curative petition is the last resort to the highest court that can be petitioned for redressal of grievances in court, and its ruling is final. It is a way to ask the court to review and revise their own decision, and it is filed after a review petition is dismissed or used. It can be entertained if the petitioner establishes there was a violation of the principles of natural justice and that he was not heard by the court before passing an order. It will also be admitted where a judge fails to disclose facts that raise the apprehension of bias. Context: A group of medical students recently filed a review petition challenging the Supreme Court’s decision to dismiss their writ petition, which sought to cancel the NEET UG 2024 examination.
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Solution (a)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Correct Incorrect · The word “review” means to examine again. · Article 137 of the Constitution gives the Supreme Court the power to review any of its judgments or orders.
· The court has the power to review its rulings to correct a “patent error” and not “minor mistakes of inconsequential import”.
· Similarly, High Courts have also been given the power to review its judgments under Article 226 of the Constitution. However, it can only be invoked when there is a breach of law or violation of the Constitution.
Procedure: · Who can file a review petition? It is not necessary that only parties to a case can seek a review of the judgment on it. Any person aggrieved by a ruling can seek a review.
· Time frame: As per 1996 rules framed by the Supreme Court, a review petition must be filed within 30 days of the date of judgment or order.
· Curative petition is the last resort to the highest court that can be petitioned for redressal of grievances in court, and its ruling is final. It is a way to ask the court to review and revise their own decision, and it is filed after a review petition is dismissed or used. It can be entertained if the petitioner establishes there was a violation of the principles of natural justice and that he was not heard by the court before passing an order. It will also be admitted where a judge fails to disclose facts that raise the apprehension of bias. Context: A group of medical students recently filed a review petition challenging the Supreme Court’s decision to dismiss their writ petition, which sought to cancel the NEET UG 2024 examination.
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following statements about Bandipur Tiger Reserve
- It is located in an ecological confluence of the Western and Eastern Ghats.
- It is part of the larger Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve, which is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- It is a shelter for the largest population of wild Asian elephants in South Asia.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
Correct
Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Correct · Location: It is situated in two contiguous districts (Mysore and Chamarajanagar) ofKarnataka and located at the tri-junction area of the States of Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala. · Geographically, it is an “ecological confluence” of the Western and Eastern Ghats.
· It is part of the larger Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve, which is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. · BTR is surrounded by:
· Nagarahole Tiger Reserve (Tamil Nadu) in the North West (Kabini Reservoir separates the two).
· Mudumalai Tiger Reserve (Tamil Nadu) in the South.
· Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary (Kerala) in the South West.
· Rivers: It is surrounded by River Kabini in its north and River Moyar in its south. · Climate: Bandipur has a typical tropical climate with distinct wet and dry seasons.
· Vegetation: It comprises diverse vegetation of dry deciduous to tropical mixed deciduous.
· Flora: It includes rosewood, Indiankino tree,sandalwood, Indian laurel, clumping bamboo, giant clumping bamboo, etc.
· Fauna:
· It is a shelter for the largest population of wild Asian elephants in South Asia.
· It comprises other mammals such as Bengal tiger, gaur, sloth bear, golden jackal, dhole, four-horned antelope, etc.
Context: It was in news.
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Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Correct · Location: It is situated in two contiguous districts (Mysore and Chamarajanagar) ofKarnataka and located at the tri-junction area of the States of Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala. · Geographically, it is an “ecological confluence” of the Western and Eastern Ghats.
· It is part of the larger Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve, which is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. · BTR is surrounded by:
· Nagarahole Tiger Reserve (Tamil Nadu) in the North West (Kabini Reservoir separates the two).
· Mudumalai Tiger Reserve (Tamil Nadu) in the South.
· Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary (Kerala) in the South West.
· Rivers: It is surrounded by River Kabini in its north and River Moyar in its south. · Climate: Bandipur has a typical tropical climate with distinct wet and dry seasons.
· Vegetation: It comprises diverse vegetation of dry deciduous to tropical mixed deciduous.
· Flora: It includes rosewood, Indiankino tree,sandalwood, Indian laurel, clumping bamboo, giant clumping bamboo, etc.
· Fauna:
· It is a shelter for the largest population of wild Asian elephants in South Asia.
· It comprises other mammals such as Bengal tiger, gaur, sloth bear, golden jackal, dhole, four-horned antelope, etc.
Context: It was in news.
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Consider the following statements about AgriSURE Fund
- This initiative is designed to bolster innovation and technological advancements in the agricultural sector, with an initial corpus of ₹750 crore.
- NABVENTURES a fully owned subsidiary of NABARD will act as the fund manager.
Choose the incorrect statements:
Correct
Solution (d)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Correct · The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) has introduced a new agri fund named Agri-SURE, targeting Start-Ups and Rural Enterprises. · This initiative is designed to bolster innovation and technological advancements in the agricultural sector, with an initial corpus of ₹750 crore.
· Agri Fund for Start-ups & Rural Enterprises (AgriSURE) is an innovative fund which is a pioneering step toward revolutionizing the agricultural landscape in India.
· Focus area: It mainly focuses on technology-driven, high-risk, high-impact ventures.
· Funding Pattern: A Blended capital fund of ₹750 crore with SEBI Registered Category II, Alternative Investment Fund (AIF), contributions from the Government of India is ₹250 crore, NABARD is ₹250 crore, and ₹250 crore is being mobilized from banks, insurance companies, and private investors. · The fund would encourage entrepreneurship through IT-based solutions and machinery rental services for farmers, driving sustainable growth and development in the agricultural sector.
· NABVENTURES a fully owned subsidiary of NABARD will act as the fund manager.
Context: Recently, the union Minister for Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare and Rural Development launched the AgriSURE Scheme in New Delhi.
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Solution (d)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Correct · The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) has introduced a new agri fund named Agri-SURE, targeting Start-Ups and Rural Enterprises. · This initiative is designed to bolster innovation and technological advancements in the agricultural sector, with an initial corpus of ₹750 crore.
· Agri Fund for Start-ups & Rural Enterprises (AgriSURE) is an innovative fund which is a pioneering step toward revolutionizing the agricultural landscape in India.
· Focus area: It mainly focuses on technology-driven, high-risk, high-impact ventures.
· Funding Pattern: A Blended capital fund of ₹750 crore with SEBI Registered Category II, Alternative Investment Fund (AIF), contributions from the Government of India is ₹250 crore, NABARD is ₹250 crore, and ₹250 crore is being mobilized from banks, insurance companies, and private investors. · The fund would encourage entrepreneurship through IT-based solutions and machinery rental services for farmers, driving sustainable growth and development in the agricultural sector.
· NABVENTURES a fully owned subsidiary of NABARD will act as the fund manager.
Context: Recently, the union Minister for Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare and Rural Development launched the AgriSURE Scheme in New Delhi.
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements about Su-30MKI fighter Jet
- It is a multirole combat fighter aircraft jointly developed by the Sukhoi Design Bureau and Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL)
- It is the fourth-generation fighter jet powered by two AL-31 FP aero engines.
- It is fitted with a tarang radar warning receiver (RWR) indigenously developed by the DRDO.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
Correct
Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Correct · It is a multirole combat fighter aircraft jointly developed by the Sukhoi Design Bureau and Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) for the Indian Air Force (IAF). · Based on the Su-30 fighter aircraft, Su-30MKI is equipped with thrust vectoring control and canards.
· It is the fourth-generation fighter jet powered by two AL-31 FP aero engines. AL-31FP is a high-temperature turbojet by-pass engine of modular design. · The Su-30MKI fleet of IAF was fitted with air-launched version of BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles and was successfully tested in November 2017.
· It is fitted with a tarang radar warning receiver (RWR) indigenously developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO). · The aircraft has a maximum unrefuelled flight range of 3,000km. The in-flight refuelling system of Su-30MKI provides a maximum range of 8,000km with two refuellings.
Context: Recently, the Cabinet Committee on Security approved the proposal for the procurement of 240 aero-engines for Su-30MKI aircraft of the Indian Air Force (IAF).
Incorrect
Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Correct · It is a multirole combat fighter aircraft jointly developed by the Sukhoi Design Bureau and Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) for the Indian Air Force (IAF). · Based on the Su-30 fighter aircraft, Su-30MKI is equipped with thrust vectoring control and canards.
· It is the fourth-generation fighter jet powered by two AL-31 FP aero engines. AL-31FP is a high-temperature turbojet by-pass engine of modular design. · The Su-30MKI fleet of IAF was fitted with air-launched version of BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles and was successfully tested in November 2017.
· It is fitted with a tarang radar warning receiver (RWR) indigenously developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO). · The aircraft has a maximum unrefuelled flight range of 3,000km. The in-flight refuelling system of Su-30MKI provides a maximum range of 8,000km with two refuellings.
Context: Recently, the Cabinet Committee on Security approved the proposal for the procurement of 240 aero-engines for Su-30MKI aircraft of the Indian Air Force (IAF).
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Phrynarachne decipiens, has been recorded for the first time in India, belong to species of?
Correct
Solution (a)
Option a Correct Phrynarachne decipiens: · It is better known as the bird dung or bird-dropping crab spider.
· Distribution: It was known to be distributed in Malaysia and Indonesia’s Java and Sumatra.
· It has been recorded for the first time in the country from Assam’s Sonapur in the Kamrup (Metropolitan) district and the Chirang Reserve Forest in the Kokrajhar district.
· The spider is usually seen lying motionless 1-2 ft above the ground on the upper side of broad leaves.
· The chalky white colour of the spider and whitish deposition (its web) on the leaves, looking like bird excreta, make it very difficult to be sighted
· Feature: It has the stout spermathecae (a sac-like organ in the female reproductive tract that stores sperm received during copulation) with posterior heads almost touching each other.
· The genus Phrynarachne presently consists of 35 accepted species of which three – P. ceylonica, P. ceeliana, and P. Tuberosa – before the bird dung crab spider recorded and re-described based on female specimens collected from Assam.
Context: Recently, zoologists in Assam have added a species of spider Phrynarachne decipiens whose web mimics a bird’s excrement to India’s list of arachnids.
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Solution (a)
Option a Correct Phrynarachne decipiens: · It is better known as the bird dung or bird-dropping crab spider.
· Distribution: It was known to be distributed in Malaysia and Indonesia’s Java and Sumatra.
· It has been recorded for the first time in the country from Assam’s Sonapur in the Kamrup (Metropolitan) district and the Chirang Reserve Forest in the Kokrajhar district.
· The spider is usually seen lying motionless 1-2 ft above the ground on the upper side of broad leaves.
· The chalky white colour of the spider and whitish deposition (its web) on the leaves, looking like bird excreta, make it very difficult to be sighted
· Feature: It has the stout spermathecae (a sac-like organ in the female reproductive tract that stores sperm received during copulation) with posterior heads almost touching each other.
· The genus Phrynarachne presently consists of 35 accepted species of which three – P. ceylonica, P. ceeliana, and P. Tuberosa – before the bird dung crab spider recorded and re-described based on female specimens collected from Assam.
Context: Recently, zoologists in Assam have added a species of spider Phrynarachne decipiens whose web mimics a bird’s excrement to India’s list of arachnids.
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