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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
Consider the following statements about Palghat Gap
- The Palghat Gap is a significant discontinuity in the Eastern Ghats of about 40 km wide.
- The Kaveri River flows through the Palghat Gap before draining itself into Bay of Bengal.
Choose the incorrect statements:
Correct
Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Incorrect · The Palghat Gap is a significant discontinuity in the Western Ghats of about 40 km wide. · The steep Nilgiris and Anamalai hills both rising above 2,000 MSL, on either side of the Palghat gap.
· The Gap is a geological shear zone that runs from east to west.
· Shear zones are weak regions in the earth’s crust.
· The Palghat Gap has historically been important as a significant gateway into the State of Kerala. · It is a corridor for both roads and railways that connects Coimbatore with Palakkad.
· The Bharathappuzha River flows through the Palghat Gap.
Context: There are biogeographic distinctions in species north and south of the Palghat Gap.
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Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Incorrect · The Palghat Gap is a significant discontinuity in the Western Ghats of about 40 km wide. · The steep Nilgiris and Anamalai hills both rising above 2,000 MSL, on either side of the Palghat gap.
· The Gap is a geological shear zone that runs from east to west.
· Shear zones are weak regions in the earth’s crust.
· The Palghat Gap has historically been important as a significant gateway into the State of Kerala. · It is a corridor for both roads and railways that connects Coimbatore with Palakkad.
· The Bharathappuzha River flows through the Palghat Gap.
Context: There are biogeographic distinctions in species north and south of the Palghat Gap.
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following statements about European Free Trade Association (EFTA)
- EFTA is a four-nation bloc founded by the Stockholm Convention in 1960.
- Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, and Switzerland are the EFTA States.
- The four EFTA countries are not part of the European Union (EU).
Choose the correct statements:
Correct
Solution (a)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Correct · The European Free Trade Association (EFTA) is a four-nation bloc founded by the Stockholm Convention in 1960. · The inter-governmental organisation is for the promotion and intensification of free trade to benefit the member countries.
· It was founded as an alternative for states that did not wish to join the European Community. · Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, and Switzerland are the EFTA States.
· India and ETFA – India is the ninth-largest trading partner of EFTA, accounting for about 2.5% of India’s total merchandise trade in 2020-21.
· India’s main exports to EFTA – Textiles, chemicals, gems, and jewellery, machinery, and pharmaceuticals.
· India’s main imports from EFTA – Machinery, chemicals, precious metals, and medical instruments.
· The four EFTA countries are not part of the European Union (EU). · TEPA – India and EFTA started negotiating a broad-based Trade and Investment Agreement in 2008.
· The free trade agreement between the two regions is officially dubbed as Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA).
· TEPA will enhance two-way commerce, investment flows, job creation and economic growth between India and EFTA countries.
Context: India and EFTA take further steps towards a new Trade and Partnership Agreement (TEPA) in the Ministerial meeting held in Brussels.
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Solution (a)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Correct · The European Free Trade Association (EFTA) is a four-nation bloc founded by the Stockholm Convention in 1960. · The inter-governmental organisation is for the promotion and intensification of free trade to benefit the member countries.
· It was founded as an alternative for states that did not wish to join the European Community. · Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, and Switzerland are the EFTA States.
· India and ETFA – India is the ninth-largest trading partner of EFTA, accounting for about 2.5% of India’s total merchandise trade in 2020-21.
· India’s main exports to EFTA – Textiles, chemicals, gems, and jewellery, machinery, and pharmaceuticals.
· India’s main imports from EFTA – Machinery, chemicals, precious metals, and medical instruments.
· The four EFTA countries are not part of the European Union (EU). · TEPA – India and EFTA started negotiating a broad-based Trade and Investment Agreement in 2008.
· The free trade agreement between the two regions is officially dubbed as Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA).
· TEPA will enhance two-way commerce, investment flows, job creation and economic growth between India and EFTA countries.
Context: India and EFTA take further steps towards a new Trade and Partnership Agreement (TEPA) in the Ministerial meeting held in Brussels.
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Consider the following statements
- Under Article 312 of the Indian Constitution, the Parliament is entitled to create one or more All India services common to the Union and the States.
- Any member of the UPSC shall hold office for a term of six years or till the age of 65 years, whichever is earlier.
- The Chairman or any other member of UPSC may be removed if he/she is adjudged an insolvent.
Choose the correct statements:
Correct
Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Correct · As per Article 312 of the Indian Constitution, the Parliament is entitled to create one or more All India services (including an All India Judicial Service) common to the Union and the States. · The recruitment to all these services is made by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC).
· The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is the central recruiting agency in India. · It is an independent constitutional body.
· Appointment of Members: The Chairman and other members of the UPSC are appointed by the President of India.
· Term of Office: Any member of the UPSC shall hold office for a term of six years or till the age of 65 years, whichever is earlier.
· Removal/Suspension of Members: The Chairman or any other member of UPSC shall only be removed from his/her office by order of the President of India. · Conditions for Removal: The Chairman or any other member of UPSC may be removed if he/she:
· is adjudged an insolvent.
· engages during his/her term of office in any paid employment outside the duties of his/her office.
· is, in the opinion of the President, unfit to continue in office by reason of infirmity of mind or body.
Context: Educationist Manoj Soni will take oath as the chairman of Union Public Service Commission (UPSC).
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Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Correct · As per Article 312 of the Indian Constitution, the Parliament is entitled to create one or more All India services (including an All India Judicial Service) common to the Union and the States. · The recruitment to all these services is made by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC).
· The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is the central recruiting agency in India. · It is an independent constitutional body.
· Appointment of Members: The Chairman and other members of the UPSC are appointed by the President of India.
· Term of Office: Any member of the UPSC shall hold office for a term of six years or till the age of 65 years, whichever is earlier.
· Removal/Suspension of Members: The Chairman or any other member of UPSC shall only be removed from his/her office by order of the President of India. · Conditions for Removal: The Chairman or any other member of UPSC may be removed if he/she:
· is adjudged an insolvent.
· engages during his/her term of office in any paid employment outside the duties of his/her office.
· is, in the opinion of the President, unfit to continue in office by reason of infirmity of mind or body.
Context: Educationist Manoj Soni will take oath as the chairman of Union Public Service Commission (UPSC).
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements about Rehabilitation Council of India
- The Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI) is a statutory body under Ministry of Education.
- Its main mandate is to standardize, regulate, and monitor training programs in the field of special education and disability.
Choose the correct statements:
Correct
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Correct · The Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI) is a statutory body under Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment. · It was established in 1986 as a society and became a statutory body in 1993 by Rehabilitation Council of India Act of 1992.
· Its main mandate is to standardize, regulate, and monitor training programs in the field of special education and disability. · RCI is also responsible for maintaining the central rehabilitation register (CRR) and promoting research in this domain.
· The Council also prescribes minimum standards of education and training for 16 categories of professionals and personnel allocated to RCI.
· The RCI plans to initiate various national programs that promote flexible education, experiential learning, practical skill-based education, and ultimately, inclusive education.
Context: The Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI) spearheads transformation in education with national workshop on inclusive learning.
Incorrect
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Correct · The Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI) is a statutory body under Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment. · It was established in 1986 as a society and became a statutory body in 1993 by Rehabilitation Council of India Act of 1992.
· Its main mandate is to standardize, regulate, and monitor training programs in the field of special education and disability. · RCI is also responsible for maintaining the central rehabilitation register (CRR) and promoting research in this domain.
· The Council also prescribes minimum standards of education and training for 16 categories of professionals and personnel allocated to RCI.
· The RCI plans to initiate various national programs that promote flexible education, experiential learning, practical skill-based education, and ultimately, inclusive education.
Context: The Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI) spearheads transformation in education with national workshop on inclusive learning.
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Centre for Processing Accelerated Corporate Exit (C-PACE), recently seen in news functions under which of the following ministry?
Correct
Solution (c)
Option c Correct · The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has established the Centre for Processing Accelerated Corporate Exit (C-PACE) to centralize the process of striking off companies from the MCA Register. · C-PACE aims to ensure a clean registry, provides hassle-free filing and timely, process-bound striking off of company names from the Register.
· C-PACE operates through the Registrar of Companies (RoC) and is part of MCA’s efforts to improve the Ease of Doing Business and facilitate company exits.
Context: Centre for Processing Accelerated Corporate Exit (C-PACE) established for providing hassle-free filing, timely and process-bound striking off companies from MCA Register.
Incorrect
Solution (c)
Option c Correct · The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has established the Centre for Processing Accelerated Corporate Exit (C-PACE) to centralize the process of striking off companies from the MCA Register. · C-PACE aims to ensure a clean registry, provides hassle-free filing and timely, process-bound striking off of company names from the Register.
· C-PACE operates through the Registrar of Companies (RoC) and is part of MCA’s efforts to improve the Ease of Doing Business and facilitate company exits.
Context: Centre for Processing Accelerated Corporate Exit (C-PACE) established for providing hassle-free filing, timely and process-bound striking off companies from MCA Register.
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