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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
‘World Competitiveness Index’ is published by
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Solution (b)
World Competitiveness Index is a comprehensive annual report and worldwide reference point on the competitiveness of countries. It analyses and ranks countries according to how they manage their competencies to achieve long-term value creation. It is based on 336 competitiveness criteria and four factors, namely Economic performance, Government efficiency, Business efficiency, and Infrastructure. Denmark, Ireland, and Switzerland have been named the top three among 64 economies measured for their global competitiveness. India fell three rungs to finish 40th but is still in a better position than it was between 2019-2021 when it was placed 43rd three years in a row.
Context – The International Institute for Management Development (IMD) published the World Competitiveness Index recently
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Solution (b)
World Competitiveness Index is a comprehensive annual report and worldwide reference point on the competitiveness of countries. It analyses and ranks countries according to how they manage their competencies to achieve long-term value creation. It is based on 336 competitiveness criteria and four factors, namely Economic performance, Government efficiency, Business efficiency, and Infrastructure. Denmark, Ireland, and Switzerland have been named the top three among 64 economies measured for their global competitiveness. India fell three rungs to finish 40th but is still in a better position than it was between 2019-2021 when it was placed 43rd three years in a row.
Context – The International Institute for Management Development (IMD) published the World Competitiveness Index recently
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
With reference to ‘United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs (UNOOSA)’, consider the following statements
- It implements the United Nations Programme on Space Applications (PSA)
- It maintains the Register of Objects Launched into Outer Space on behalf of the UN Security Council
- It works to improve the use of space science and technology for the economic and social development of all countries
How many of the statement(s) given above are correct
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Solution (b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Incorrect Correct United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs (UNOOSA) is the UN office responsible for promoting international cooperation in the peaceful uses of outer space. UNOOSA implements the United Nations Programme on Space Applications (PSA). Under the Programme, UNOOSA conducts training courses, workshops, seminars and other activities on space applications. On behalf of the UN Secretary-General, UNOOSA maintains the Register of Objects Launched into Outer Space and disseminates via its website that information recorded in the Register. It works to improve the use of space science and technology for the economic and social development of all countries, particularly developing countries. It also prepares and distributes documents, reports, studies and publications on various aspects of space science and technology applications and international space law. Context – The UN Secretary-General recently appointed Indian-origin satellite industry expert Aarti Holla-Maini as Director of the United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs (UNOOSA).
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Solution (b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Incorrect Correct United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs (UNOOSA) is the UN office responsible for promoting international cooperation in the peaceful uses of outer space. UNOOSA implements the United Nations Programme on Space Applications (PSA). Under the Programme, UNOOSA conducts training courses, workshops, seminars and other activities on space applications. On behalf of the UN Secretary-General, UNOOSA maintains the Register of Objects Launched into Outer Space and disseminates via its website that information recorded in the Register. It works to improve the use of space science and technology for the economic and social development of all countries, particularly developing countries. It also prepares and distributes documents, reports, studies and publications on various aspects of space science and technology applications and international space law. Context – The UN Secretary-General recently appointed Indian-origin satellite industry expert Aarti Holla-Maini as Director of the United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs (UNOOSA).
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Consider the following statements about ‘Digital Publisher Content Grievances Council (DPCGC)’
- It is an independent self-regulatory body for Online Curated Content (OCC) providers
- It has been registered by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology under IT (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021
Select the correct statement(s)
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Solution (a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Incorrect Digital Publisher Content Grievances Council (DPCGC) is an independent self-regulatory body for Online Curated Content (OCC) providers. It was set up under the aegis of Internet and Mobile Association of India (IAMAI). DPCGC has been recognised and registered by the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting as Level II Self-Regulatory Body for publishers of OCC providers, under Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021. The DPCGC has an Online Curated Content Publishers (OCCP) Council composed of publishers of OCC as members and an independent Grievance Redressal Board [GRB] consisting of a chairperson and six members. Context – The Digital Publisher Content Grievances Council (DPCGC) recently recommended punitive action on an OTT platform, invoking the Information Technology Rules (2021).
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Solution (a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Incorrect Digital Publisher Content Grievances Council (DPCGC) is an independent self-regulatory body for Online Curated Content (OCC) providers. It was set up under the aegis of Internet and Mobile Association of India (IAMAI). DPCGC has been recognised and registered by the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting as Level II Self-Regulatory Body for publishers of OCC providers, under Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021. The DPCGC has an Online Curated Content Publishers (OCCP) Council composed of publishers of OCC as members and an independent Grievance Redressal Board [GRB] consisting of a chairperson and six members. Context – The Digital Publisher Content Grievances Council (DPCGC) recently recommended punitive action on an OTT platform, invoking the Information Technology Rules (2021).
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following
- Door-to-door waste collection
- Waste to Wonder Parks
- Divyang-friendly toilets
- Improved plastic waste management
- Red spots
On which of the indicators mentioned above, ‘Swachh Survekshan 2023’ is based
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Solution (d)
Swachh Survekshan 2023 indicators focus on parameters pertaining to segregated door-to-door waste collection, zero waste events, Divyang-friendly toilets, improved plastic waste management and cleaning backlanes, wherein the marks have been increased this year. Laying emphasis on transforming ‘manholes’ to ‘machine holes’, priority has been given to Safaimitra Suraksha. 2x marks have been increased under this component. The new indicator of Waste to Wonder Parks has been introduced with 2% weightage. Swachh TULIP, primarily for more than 1 lakh population cities enters SS 2023 as a new indicator. Besides this, Red Spots (spitting in commercial/ residential area) has also been added as a new indicator under cleaning of public areas. Special emphasis is being laid on Promotion of RRR – Functionality of RRR Centres. 40% weightage has been indicated for detailed technical assessment of all waste treatment facilities in cities this year.
Context – 8th edition of World’s Largest Urban Cleanliness Survey began recently
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Solution (d)
Swachh Survekshan 2023 indicators focus on parameters pertaining to segregated door-to-door waste collection, zero waste events, Divyang-friendly toilets, improved plastic waste management and cleaning backlanes, wherein the marks have been increased this year. Laying emphasis on transforming ‘manholes’ to ‘machine holes’, priority has been given to Safaimitra Suraksha. 2x marks have been increased under this component. The new indicator of Waste to Wonder Parks has been introduced with 2% weightage. Swachh TULIP, primarily for more than 1 lakh population cities enters SS 2023 as a new indicator. Besides this, Red Spots (spitting in commercial/ residential area) has also been added as a new indicator under cleaning of public areas. Special emphasis is being laid on Promotion of RRR – Functionality of RRR Centres. 40% weightage has been indicated for detailed technical assessment of all waste treatment facilities in cities this year.
Context – 8th edition of World’s Largest Urban Cleanliness Survey began recently
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Consider the following statements about ‘‘Special Assistance to States for Capital Investment 2023-24’
- Special assistance is being provided to the State Governments in the form of 50-year interest free loan under this scheme
- A part of the allocation amongst States is in proportion to their share of central taxes & duties as per the award of the 15th Finance Commission
- There is a provision in the scheme which incentivizes States to scrap State Government vehicles and ambulances
How many of the statement(s) given above are correct
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Solution (c)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Correct Under the scheme, special assistance is being provided to the State Governments in the form of 50-year interest free loan up to an overall sum of Rs. 1.3 lakh crore during the FY 2023-24. Part-I of the scheme being the largest with allocation of Rs. 1 lakh crore and has been allocated amongst States in proportion to their share of central taxes & duties as per the award of the 15th Finance Commission. For the Part–II, Rs. 3,000 crores have been set aside for providing incentives to States for scrapping of State Government vehicles and ambulances, etc. Context – The Department of Expenditure under the Finance Ministry has approved capital investment proposals of Rs 56,415 crore for 16 states in the current financial year 2023-24 (FY 23-24).
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Solution (c)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Correct Under the scheme, special assistance is being provided to the State Governments in the form of 50-year interest free loan up to an overall sum of Rs. 1.3 lakh crore during the FY 2023-24. Part-I of the scheme being the largest with allocation of Rs. 1 lakh crore and has been allocated amongst States in proportion to their share of central taxes & duties as per the award of the 15th Finance Commission. For the Part–II, Rs. 3,000 crores have been set aside for providing incentives to States for scrapping of State Government vehicles and ambulances, etc. Context – The Department of Expenditure under the Finance Ministry has approved capital investment proposals of Rs 56,415 crore for 16 states in the current financial year 2023-24 (FY 23-24).
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