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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
Consider the following statements about the Market Intervention Scheme (MIS)
- The MIS is implemented by the Central Government at the request of State Governments for the procurement of agricultural commodities.
- The primary objective of the MIS is to stabilize the prices of agricultural commodities and prevent distress sales by farmers.
- Under the MIS, the procured commodities are distributed through the Public Distribution System (PDS) to ensure availability at reasonable prices.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
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Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 correct correct Incorrect - The MIS is indeed implemented by the Central Government, but only upon the specific request of a State Government. It’s not a scheme that operates automatically.
- The core aim of the MIS is to intervene in the market when prices of specific agricultural commodities fall significantly below the Minimum Support Price (MSP) or other designated levels, thus preventing distress sales by farmers who would otherwise be forced to sell their produce at a loss.
- While the ultimate goal is to benefit consumers, the immediate objective of the MIS is to procure the commodity from farmers at a support price. The distribution of this procured commodity is not necessarily or directly through the PDS. It can be utilized in other ways as decided by the state government.
Context:The Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare has revised guidelines for the Market Intervention Scheme (MIS).
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Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 correct correct Incorrect - The MIS is indeed implemented by the Central Government, but only upon the specific request of a State Government. It’s not a scheme that operates automatically.
- The core aim of the MIS is to intervene in the market when prices of specific agricultural commodities fall significantly below the Minimum Support Price (MSP) or other designated levels, thus preventing distress sales by farmers who would otherwise be forced to sell their produce at a loss.
- While the ultimate goal is to benefit consumers, the immediate objective of the MIS is to procure the commodity from farmers at a support price. The distribution of this procured commodity is not necessarily or directly through the PDS. It can be utilized in other ways as decided by the state government.
Context:The Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare has revised guidelines for the Market Intervention Scheme (MIS).
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following statements about the Bombay blood group
- The Bombay blood group is a very rare blood type, also known as the “hh” blood group.
- Because they lack the H antigen, individuals with the Bombay blood group can only receive blood transfusions from other individuals with the Bombay blood group.
- The Bombay blood group is more commonly found in certain regions of India, particularly in Mumbai (formerly Bombay).
How many of the statements given above are correct?
Correct
Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 correct correct correct - The Bombay blood group is indeed a very rare blood type, and it’s also known as the “hh” blood group. The “h” represents the absence of the H antigen.
- Because they lack the H antigen, individuals with the Bombay blood group produce antibodies against it. This means they cannot receive blood from individuals with the more common blood types (A, B, AB, or O), as those blood types all have the H antigen.
- The Bombay blood group is more prevalent (though still rare) in certain regions of India, particularly in Mumbai.
Context:In a rare and complex medical procedure, a 30-year-old woman with the extremely rare ‘Bombay’ (hh) blood group underwent a successful kidney transplant in India.
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Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 correct correct correct - The Bombay blood group is indeed a very rare blood type, and it’s also known as the “hh” blood group. The “h” represents the absence of the H antigen.
- Because they lack the H antigen, individuals with the Bombay blood group produce antibodies against it. This means they cannot receive blood from individuals with the more common blood types (A, B, AB, or O), as those blood types all have the H antigen.
- The Bombay blood group is more prevalent (though still rare) in certain regions of India, particularly in Mumbai.
Context:In a rare and complex medical procedure, a 30-year-old woman with the extremely rare ‘Bombay’ (hh) blood group underwent a successful kidney transplant in India.
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Which of the following statements is correct regarding the Seva Bhoj Yojana?
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Option b It is a scheme to reimburse the GST and central excise paid by charitable or religious institutions on food items used for seva (free food) to the general public. Context:Many Religious Institutions Benefitted under Seva Bhoj Yojana.
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Option b It is a scheme to reimburse the GST and central excise paid by charitable or religious institutions on food items used for seva (free food) to the general public. Context:Many Religious Institutions Benefitted under Seva Bhoj Yojana.
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements about the International Criminal Court (ICC)
- The ICC has universal jurisdiction, allowing it to prosecute individuals for crimes against humanity, war crimes, and genocide, regardless of their nationality or where the crimes were committed.
- The ICC is a United Nations organization, directly under the control of the UN Security Council.
Choose the incorrect statements:
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Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Incorrect The ICC does not have universal jurisdiction. It can generally only exercise jurisdiction in cases where: - The accused is a national of a state party to the Rome Statute.
- The ICC is not a UN organization. While it cooperates with the UN, it is an independent intergovernmental organization established by the Rome Statute.
Context:The International Criminal Court (ICC) is in the spotlight after U.S. President imposed sanctions for investigations that threaten the ‘national security’ of Washington and its allies, which include Israel.
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Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Incorrect The ICC does not have universal jurisdiction. It can generally only exercise jurisdiction in cases where: - The accused is a national of a state party to the Rome Statute.
- The ICC is not a UN organization. While it cooperates with the UN, it is an independent intergovernmental organization established by the Rome Statute.
Context:The International Criminal Court (ICC) is in the spotlight after U.S. President imposed sanctions for investigations that threaten the ‘national security’ of Washington and its allies, which include Israel.
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Consider the following statements about the National Commission for Safai Karamcharis (NCSK)
- The NCSK is a statutory body established to study and monitor the working conditions of Safai Karamcharis and recommend measures for their improvement.
- The NCSK has the power to investigate complaints of atrocities against Safai Karamcharis and recommend appropriate action to the concerned authorities.
Choose the correct statements:
Correct
Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 correct correct - The NCSK is indeed a statutory body. Its primary mandate is to study and monitor the working conditions of Safai Karamcharis and suggest ways to improve their lives and livelihoods.
- The NCSK has the power to investigate complaints of atrocities or discrimination against Safai Karamcharis and can recommend action to the relevant authorities.
Context:The Cabinet has extended the National Commission for Safai Karamcharis (NCSK) for three more years, till March 31, 2028. The extension aims to improve the working conditions of sanitation workers and eliminate manual scavenging.
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Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 correct correct - The NCSK is indeed a statutory body. Its primary mandate is to study and monitor the working conditions of Safai Karamcharis and suggest ways to improve their lives and livelihoods.
- The NCSK has the power to investigate complaints of atrocities or discrimination against Safai Karamcharis and can recommend action to the relevant authorities.
Context:The Cabinet has extended the National Commission for Safai Karamcharis (NCSK) for three more years, till March 31, 2028. The extension aims to improve the working conditions of sanitation workers and eliminate manual scavenging.
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