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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
Consider the following statements with respect to ‘National Bamboo Mission’
- It is a central sector scheme which focuses on the complete value chain of the bamboo sector to link growers with consumers
- The mission aims to increase the area under bamboo plantation in non-forest government lands and private lands to supplement farm income
- It is being implemented through the state nodal department which is nominated by the State/UT governments concerned
Choose the correct answer using the code given below
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Solution(c)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Correct Correct The Restructured National Bamboo Mission is a centrally sponsored scheme (CSS). It mainly focuses on the development of a complete value chain of the Bamboo sector to link growers with consumers The mission aims: To increase the area under bamboo plantation in non-forest Government and private lands to supplement farm income. To improve post-harvest management through establishment of innovative primary processing units near the source of production.
To promote product development keeping in view market demand, by assisting R&D, entrepreneurship etc.
The selection of beneficiaries and delivery of assistance are being carried out by the State Bamboo Mission/State Bamboo Development agency stationed at the State/UT nodal department for implimenting the National Bamboo Mission. It is being implemented through the state nodal department which is nominated by the State/UT governments concerned. Context – The Union Agriculture Minister has approved the formation of an Advisory Group for streamlining the development of the Bamboo sector.
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Solution(c)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Correct Correct The Restructured National Bamboo Mission is a centrally sponsored scheme (CSS). It mainly focuses on the development of a complete value chain of the Bamboo sector to link growers with consumers The mission aims: To increase the area under bamboo plantation in non-forest Government and private lands to supplement farm income. To improve post-harvest management through establishment of innovative primary processing units near the source of production.
To promote product development keeping in view market demand, by assisting R&D, entrepreneurship etc.
The selection of beneficiaries and delivery of assistance are being carried out by the State Bamboo Mission/State Bamboo Development agency stationed at the State/UT nodal department for implimenting the National Bamboo Mission. It is being implemented through the state nodal department which is nominated by the State/UT governments concerned. Context – The Union Agriculture Minister has approved the formation of an Advisory Group for streamlining the development of the Bamboo sector.
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following statements with respect to ‘Startups Intellectual Property Protection (SIPP) scheme’
- The scheme assists startups in protecting and commercializing Intellectual Property Rights by providing access to high-quality IP services and resources
- Startups under this scheme shall be eligible for availing the benefits of this scheme only after it has obtained certification from the Start-up Certification Board
- Any advocate as defined under the Bar Councils Act who is well versed with filing trademarks can be appointed as a facilitator under this scheme
Choose the correct answer using the code given below
Correct
Solution(a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Incorrect The scheme aims to assist Start-Ups in protecting and commercialize Intellectual Property Rights by providing access to high-quality IP services and resources. The primary objective of the SIPP is to promote awareness and acquire of Intellectual Property Rights among the Start-Ups. A Start-up shall be eligible for availing the benefits of this scheme only after it has obtained certification from the Start-up Certification Board. Any advocate as defined under the Advocates Act,1961 who is well versed with filing trademarks can be appointed as a facilitator under this scheme. For effective implementation of the scheme, facilitators shall be empanelled by the Controller General of Patent, Trademark and Design (CGPDTM). Context – The Ministry of Commerce and Industry recently announced that IP facilitator charges have increased by almost 50% for patent filing under the SIPP scheme.
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Solution(a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Incorrect The scheme aims to assist Start-Ups in protecting and commercialize Intellectual Property Rights by providing access to high-quality IP services and resources. The primary objective of the SIPP is to promote awareness and acquire of Intellectual Property Rights among the Start-Ups. A Start-up shall be eligible for availing the benefits of this scheme only after it has obtained certification from the Start-up Certification Board. Any advocate as defined under the Advocates Act,1961 who is well versed with filing trademarks can be appointed as a facilitator under this scheme. For effective implementation of the scheme, facilitators shall be empanelled by the Controller General of Patent, Trademark and Design (CGPDTM). Context – The Ministry of Commerce and Industry recently announced that IP facilitator charges have increased by almost 50% for patent filing under the SIPP scheme.
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
‘Paris Club’ seen in news recently is related to
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Solution(c)
The Paris Club is a group of officials from major creditor countries whose role is to find coordinated and sustainable solutions to the payment difficulties experienced by debtor countries. India is not a member of this club.
Context – Paris Club for 10-year moratorium on Colombo debt, global north and south to take haircut
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Solution(c)
The Paris Club is a group of officials from major creditor countries whose role is to find coordinated and sustainable solutions to the payment difficulties experienced by debtor countries. India is not a member of this club.
Context – Paris Club for 10-year moratorium on Colombo debt, global north and south to take haircut
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements
- Parinirvan is one of the chief principles and goals of Jainism
- It is considered as liberation from Samara, karma, and the cycle of death and birth
Select the correct statement(s)
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Solution(b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Correct Parinirvan is one of the chief principles and goals of Buddhism. The Sanskrit term (written in Pali as parinibbana) literally means “nirvana after death”, which refers to the achievement of nirvana after the body dies. Parinirvan can be translated as ‘nirvana’ after death, or freedom from the cycles of life and death. It is considered as liberation from Samara, karma, and the cycle of death and birth. It is the most sacrosanct day in the Buddhist calendar. As per the Buddhist texts, the death of Lord Buddha is considered to be Mahaparinirvan – the Sanskrit term which means ‘nirvana after death. Context – The Prime Minister paid homage to Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar on Mahaparinirvan Diwas.
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Solution(b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Correct Parinirvan is one of the chief principles and goals of Buddhism. The Sanskrit term (written in Pali as parinibbana) literally means “nirvana after death”, which refers to the achievement of nirvana after the body dies. Parinirvan can be translated as ‘nirvana’ after death, or freedom from the cycles of life and death. It is considered as liberation from Samara, karma, and the cycle of death and birth. It is the most sacrosanct day in the Buddhist calendar. As per the Buddhist texts, the death of Lord Buddha is considered to be Mahaparinirvan – the Sanskrit term which means ‘nirvana after death. Context – The Prime Minister paid homage to Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar on Mahaparinirvan Diwas.
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Consider the following statements with respect to ‘Lusophone World’
- It is a group of countries where there is a significant presence of French Influence
- It is spread across the former French colonies in all the continents except Australia
Select the correct statement(s)
Correct
Solution(d)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Incorrect It is a group of Portuguese speaking countries. Portuguese is one of the official languages of the continental organisations: African Union, Organization of American States, European Union and of multiple regional organisations, as well as official language of UNESCO General Conference. More than 265-million speakers worldwide; most widely spoken language in the Southern Hemisphere; regarded as the language of the first globalisation in the modern era. The Lusophone world is spread over nine countries across four continents, and Portuguese is the most widely-spoken language in the Southern Hemisphere. Context – India is strategically engaging with a new geopolitical grouping: the Lusophone (Portuguese-speaking countries)
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Solution(d)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Incorrect It is a group of Portuguese speaking countries. Portuguese is one of the official languages of the continental organisations: African Union, Organization of American States, European Union and of multiple regional organisations, as well as official language of UNESCO General Conference. More than 265-million speakers worldwide; most widely spoken language in the Southern Hemisphere; regarded as the language of the first globalisation in the modern era. The Lusophone world is spread over nine countries across four continents, and Portuguese is the most widely-spoken language in the Southern Hemisphere. Context – India is strategically engaging with a new geopolitical grouping: the Lusophone (Portuguese-speaking countries)
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