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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
Consider the following statements about RCEP .
- RCEP is a free trade agreement (FTA) between the ten ASEAN member states and its five FTA partners: China, Japan, South Korea, Australia, and New Zealand.
- India was initially a part of the RCEP negotiations but later withdrew.
- RCEP aims to liberalize trade and investment in the region, reducing tariffs and non-tariff barriers.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
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Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Correct ● The Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) is indeed a free trade agreement (FTA) between the ten ASEAN member states and its five FTA partners: China, Japan, South Korea, Australia, and New Zealand. ● India was initially a part of the RCEP negotiations but later withdrew. The primary reasons for India’s withdrawal included concerns over:
● Trade Deficit: India had concerns about a potential surge in imports from China, particularly cheaper goods, which could further widen the trade deficit.
● Impact on Domestic Industries: There were fears that the agreement could adversely affect domestic industries, especially the manufacturing sector.
● Data Protection and Intellectual Property Rights: India had concerns about the protection of its intellectual property and data privacy.
● RCEP aims to liberalize trade and investment in the region, reducing tariffs and non-tariff barriers. Context:India should be part of RCEP, CPTPP: NITI Aayog CEO B.V.R Subrahmanyam
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Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Correct ● The Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) is indeed a free trade agreement (FTA) between the ten ASEAN member states and its five FTA partners: China, Japan, South Korea, Australia, and New Zealand. ● India was initially a part of the RCEP negotiations but later withdrew. The primary reasons for India’s withdrawal included concerns over:
● Trade Deficit: India had concerns about a potential surge in imports from China, particularly cheaper goods, which could further widen the trade deficit.
● Impact on Domestic Industries: There were fears that the agreement could adversely affect domestic industries, especially the manufacturing sector.
● Data Protection and Intellectual Property Rights: India had concerns about the protection of its intellectual property and data privacy.
● RCEP aims to liberalize trade and investment in the region, reducing tariffs and non-tariff barriers. Context:India should be part of RCEP, CPTPP: NITI Aayog CEO B.V.R Subrahmanyam
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following statements about CPTPP(Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership)
- It is a free trade agreement (FTA) between 11 countries in the Asia-Pacific region.
- The United States is a member of the CPTPP.
- The CPTPP is designed to counterbalance China’s economic influence in the region.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
Correct
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Inorrect Correct ● The Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) is indeed a free trade agreement (FTA) between 11 countries in the Asia-Pacific region. Namely : Australia,
Brunei ,Darussalam,
Canada,Chile,Japan,Malaysia,Mexico,New Zealand,Peru,Singapore,Vietnam
● United States is not a member country. ● One of the key objectives of the CPTPP is to counterbalance China’s growing economic influence in the Asia-Pacific region. By forming a deeper economic partnership, the member countries aim to strengthen their collective bargaining power and promote economic integration on their own terms. Context:India should be part of RCEP, CPTPP: NITI Aayog CEO B.V.R Subrahmanyam
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Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Inorrect Correct ● The Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) is indeed a free trade agreement (FTA) between 11 countries in the Asia-Pacific region. Namely : Australia,
Brunei ,Darussalam,
Canada,Chile,Japan,Malaysia,Mexico,New Zealand,Peru,Singapore,Vietnam
● United States is not a member country. ● One of the key objectives of the CPTPP is to counterbalance China’s growing economic influence in the Asia-Pacific region. By forming a deeper economic partnership, the member countries aim to strengthen their collective bargaining power and promote economic integration on their own terms. Context:India should be part of RCEP, CPTPP: NITI Aayog CEO B.V.R Subrahmanyam
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Recently which of the following volcanoes eruption led to spewing a column of ash up to 5,000 meters high and prompting the highest aviation alert ?
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Solution (a)
Option a Correct ● In Indonesia, Mount Lewotobi in East Nusa Tenggara province erupted again today, spewing a column of ash up to 5,000 meters high and prompting the highest aviation alert. The Volcanology and Geological Disaster Mitigation Centre reported that the eruption occurred this morning. According to media reports, Mount Lewotobi is at the highest alert level, with a designated danger zone extending 7 kilometres from the crater.
Context: In Indonesia, Mount Lewotobi in East Nusa Tenggara province erupted again today, spewing a column of ash up to 5,000 meters high and prompting the highest aviation alert.
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Solution (a)
Option a Correct ● In Indonesia, Mount Lewotobi in East Nusa Tenggara province erupted again today, spewing a column of ash up to 5,000 meters high and prompting the highest aviation alert. The Volcanology and Geological Disaster Mitigation Centre reported that the eruption occurred this morning. According to media reports, Mount Lewotobi is at the highest alert level, with a designated danger zone extending 7 kilometres from the crater.
Context: In Indonesia, Mount Lewotobi in East Nusa Tenggara province erupted again today, spewing a column of ash up to 5,000 meters high and prompting the highest aviation alert.
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements about Environment Protection Act, 1986
- It provides for the establishment of the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).
- It does not have provisions for public participation in environmental decision-making.
Choose the incorrect statements:
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Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Incorrect ● The Environment Protection Act, 1986, indeed provides for the establishment of the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). This central body is responsible for coordinating environmental protection efforts across India and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations. The Environment Protection Act, 1986, actually does have provisions for public participation in environmental decision-making. It recognizes the importance of public involvement in environmental issues and encourages public participation in various ways, such as: ● Public Hearings: The Act allows for public hearings to be conducted before granting environmental clearances for projects.
● Public Consultations: The government is required to consult with the public and relevant stakeholders before making significant environmental decisions.
● Public Interest Litigation: The Act empowers citizens to file public interest litigation to protect the environment.
Context: After SC calls Environment Protection Act ‘toothless,’ Centre doubles penalties for stubble burning
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Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Incorrect ● The Environment Protection Act, 1986, indeed provides for the establishment of the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). This central body is responsible for coordinating environmental protection efforts across India and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations. The Environment Protection Act, 1986, actually does have provisions for public participation in environmental decision-making. It recognizes the importance of public involvement in environmental issues and encourages public participation in various ways, such as: ● Public Hearings: The Act allows for public hearings to be conducted before granting environmental clearances for projects.
● Public Consultations: The government is required to consult with the public and relevant stakeholders before making significant environmental decisions.
● Public Interest Litigation: The Act empowers citizens to file public interest litigation to protect the environment.
Context: After SC calls Environment Protection Act ‘toothless,’ Centre doubles penalties for stubble burning
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Consider the following statements about CPI Consumer Price Index .
- It is calculated by comparing the price of a basket of goods and services in the current year to the price of the same basket in the previous year.
- The Consumer Price Index (CPI) is published by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI).
Choose the correct statements:
Correct
Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Correct ● The Consumer Price Index (CPI) is calculated by comparing the price of a fixed basket of goods and services in the current year to the price of the same basket in the previous year. This comparison helps to measure the rate of inflation, which is the rate at which prices are rising over time. ● The Consumer Price Index (CPI) is published by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) Context: Timings for release of CPI inflation and IIP data been advanced, and the likely problems with this change
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Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Correct ● The Consumer Price Index (CPI) is calculated by comparing the price of a fixed basket of goods and services in the current year to the price of the same basket in the previous year. This comparison helps to measure the rate of inflation, which is the rate at which prices are rising over time. ● The Consumer Price Index (CPI) is published by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) Context: Timings for release of CPI inflation and IIP data been advanced, and the likely problems with this change
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