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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
Which of the following law regulates and also sought to create a universally accessible adoption law for India?
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Solution (c)
Child Adoption in India
Child protection in India is regulated under Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015. The Act also sought to create a universally accessible adoption law for India, overtaking the Hindu Adoptions and Maintenance Act (1956) (applicable to Hindus, Buddhists, Jains, and Sikhs) and the Guardians and Wards Act (1890) (applicable to Muslims), though not replacing them.
To streamline adoption procedures for orphan, abandoned and surrendered children, the existing Central Adoption Resource Authority (CARA) has been given the status of a statutory body to enable it to perform its function more effectively. A separate chapter on Adoption provides detailed provisions relating to adoption and punishments for non-compliance. Processes have been streamlined with timelines for both in-country and inter-country adoption including declaring a child legally free for adoption.
There is no act such as Central Adoption Resource Authority Act. CARA has given status of statutory body under Juvenile Justice Act.
Article reference: Cabinet approves Amendments to the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015
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Solution (c)
Child Adoption in India
Child protection in India is regulated under Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015. The Act also sought to create a universally accessible adoption law for India, overtaking the Hindu Adoptions and Maintenance Act (1956) (applicable to Hindus, Buddhists, Jains, and Sikhs) and the Guardians and Wards Act (1890) (applicable to Muslims), though not replacing them.
To streamline adoption procedures for orphan, abandoned and surrendered children, the existing Central Adoption Resource Authority (CARA) has been given the status of a statutory body to enable it to perform its function more effectively. A separate chapter on Adoption provides detailed provisions relating to adoption and punishments for non-compliance. Processes have been streamlined with timelines for both in-country and inter-country adoption including declaring a child legally free for adoption.
There is no act such as Central Adoption Resource Authority Act. CARA has given status of statutory body under Juvenile Justice Act.
Article reference: Cabinet approves Amendments to the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following statement about ‘oil and petroleum sector in India’:
- In 2019-20, India’s total refinery capacity was 2nd largest in the world.
- India imports 53% of its natural gas needs from foreign countries.
- Kaveri – Godavari basin have good prospects of tight oil and tight gas.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Solution (c)
Explanation:
Petroleum and Oil sector in India
The oil and gas industry in India dates back to 1889 when the first oil deposits in the country were discovered near the town of Digboi in the state of Assam. The natural gas industry in India began in the 1960s with the discovery of gas fields in Assam and Gujarat. As on 31 March 2018, India had estimated crude oil reserves of 594.49 million tonnes (MT) and natural gas reserves of 1339.57 billion cubic meters (BCM).
India imports 85% of its oil needs and aims to bring that down to 67% by 2022 by replacing it with local exploration, renewable energy and indigenous ethanol fuel. India was the third top net crude oil (including crude oil products) importer of 205.3 Mt in 2018.
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Correct Correct In 2019-20, India’s total refinery capacity was 4th largest in the world. India imports 53% of its natural gas and 85% of its oil demand. Kaveri –Godavari Basin has good prospect of Tight oil, i.e. shale oil. Article reference: PM dedicates to the nation and lays foundation stone of key projects of oil and gas sector in Tamil Nadu
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Solution (c)
Explanation:
Petroleum and Oil sector in India
The oil and gas industry in India dates back to 1889 when the first oil deposits in the country were discovered near the town of Digboi in the state of Assam. The natural gas industry in India began in the 1960s with the discovery of gas fields in Assam and Gujarat. As on 31 March 2018, India had estimated crude oil reserves of 594.49 million tonnes (MT) and natural gas reserves of 1339.57 billion cubic meters (BCM).
India imports 85% of its oil needs and aims to bring that down to 67% by 2022 by replacing it with local exploration, renewable energy and indigenous ethanol fuel. India was the third top net crude oil (including crude oil products) importer of 205.3 Mt in 2018.
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Correct Correct In 2019-20, India’s total refinery capacity was 4th largest in the world. India imports 53% of its natural gas and 85% of its oil demand. Kaveri –Godavari Basin has good prospect of Tight oil, i.e. shale oil. Article reference: PM dedicates to the nation and lays foundation stone of key projects of oil and gas sector in Tamil Nadu
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Which of the following sector do not get benefitted from the recently approved Production-Linked Incentive scheme?
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Solution (d)
Basics about Production-Linked Incentive
In order to boost domestic manufacturing and cut down on import bills, the central government in March 2020 introduced a scheme that aims to give companies incentives on incremental sales from products manufactured in domestic units. Apart from inviting foreign companies to set shop in India, the scheme also aims to encourage local companies to set up or expand existing manufacturing units.
The Union Cabinet approved the production-linked incentive (PLI) scheme for 10 sectors on November 11. These are pharmaceuticals, automobiles and auto components, telecom and networking products, advanced chemistry cell batteries, textile, food products, solar modules, white goods, and specialty steel.
(Brown goods represent electronic items such as televisions, DVD players, stereos, and home entertainment systems. This contrasts with white goods, which are appliances such as refrigerators, ovens, freezers, and washing or drying machines.)
Article link: Another initiative under Atmanirbhar Bharat – PLI scheme for Telecom Sector
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Solution (d)
Basics about Production-Linked Incentive
In order to boost domestic manufacturing and cut down on import bills, the central government in March 2020 introduced a scheme that aims to give companies incentives on incremental sales from products manufactured in domestic units. Apart from inviting foreign companies to set shop in India, the scheme also aims to encourage local companies to set up or expand existing manufacturing units.
The Union Cabinet approved the production-linked incentive (PLI) scheme for 10 sectors on November 11. These are pharmaceuticals, automobiles and auto components, telecom and networking products, advanced chemistry cell batteries, textile, food products, solar modules, white goods, and specialty steel.
(Brown goods represent electronic items such as televisions, DVD players, stereos, and home entertainment systems. This contrasts with white goods, which are appliances such as refrigerators, ovens, freezers, and washing or drying machines.)
Article link: Another initiative under Atmanirbhar Bharat – PLI scheme for Telecom Sector
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statement regarding ‘India – Mauritius bilateral relation’ –
- The India-Mauritius Comprehensive Economic Cooperation and Partnership Agreement (CECPA) will be the first trade Agreement to be signed by India with a country in Africa.
- India is the 1st largest import trading partner of Mauritius.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Solution (a)
Basics
India – Mauritius Trade relation
The India-Mauritius CECPA will be the first trade Agreement to be signed by India with a country in Africa. The Agreement is a limited agreement, which will cover Trade in Goods, Rules of Origin, Trade in Services, Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT), Sanitary and Phytosanitary (SPS) measures, Dispute Settlement, Movement of Natural Persons, Telecom, Financial services, Customs Procedures and Cooperation in other Areas.
Mauritius is an important development partner of India. India had extended a ‘Special Economic Package’ of USD 353 million to Mauritius in 2016. The new Supreme Court building project is one of the five projects being implemented under this package and was jointly inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Incorrect The India-Mauritius CECPA will be the first trade Agreement to be signed by India with a country in Africa. India is 2nd largest import trading partner with Mauritius with 13.85% share, while China with 16.69% share is largest trading partner. Article link: Cabinet approves Comprehensive Economic cooperation and Partnership Agreement between India and Mauritius
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Solution (a)
Basics
India – Mauritius Trade relation
The India-Mauritius CECPA will be the first trade Agreement to be signed by India with a country in Africa. The Agreement is a limited agreement, which will cover Trade in Goods, Rules of Origin, Trade in Services, Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT), Sanitary and Phytosanitary (SPS) measures, Dispute Settlement, Movement of Natural Persons, Telecom, Financial services, Customs Procedures and Cooperation in other Areas.
Mauritius is an important development partner of India. India had extended a ‘Special Economic Package’ of USD 353 million to Mauritius in 2016. The new Supreme Court building project is one of the five projects being implemented under this package and was jointly inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Incorrect The India-Mauritius CECPA will be the first trade Agreement to be signed by India with a country in Africa. India is 2nd largest import trading partner with Mauritius with 13.85% share, while China with 16.69% share is largest trading partner. Article link: Cabinet approves Comprehensive Economic cooperation and Partnership Agreement between India and Mauritius
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Consider the following statements about ‘Animal Welfare Board of India (AWBI)’ –
- It is a statutory body established under Wildlife Protection Act, 1972.
- It is under jurisdiction of Ministry of Environment, Forests and Climate change.
Which of the following statement is/are correct?
Correct
Solution (d)
The Animal Welfare Board of India (AWBI), headquartered at Ballabhgarh in Haryana state, is a statutory advisory body advising the Government of India’s Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying.
The Animal Welfare Board of India was established in 1962 under Section 4 of The Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960. Well-known humanitarian Rukmini Devi Arundale was instrumental in setting up the board and was its first chair.
The Board consists of 28 Members, who serve for a period of 3 years. Its headquarters was in Chennai, which moved to Ballabhgarh in Haryana state in early 2018.
The Board was initially within the jurisdiction of the Government of India’s Ministry of Food and Agriculture. In 1990, the subject of Prevention of Cruelty to Animals was transferred to the Ministry of Environment, Forests and Climate change, where it now resides
Some of the functions of the Board include:
- Recognition of Animal Welfare Organisations
- Financial assistance
- Animal welfare Laws and Rules
- Raising awareness
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Incorrect Animal Welfare Board of India was established under The Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960, and not under WPA, 1972. Initially it was under jurisdiction of Ministry of Food and Agriculture, from where it was shifted to Ministry of Environment and from it shifted back to Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying, where it’s current jurisdiction is. Article link: AWBI Awards Dedicated for Animal Welfare and Protection-2021 Held
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Solution (d)
The Animal Welfare Board of India (AWBI), headquartered at Ballabhgarh in Haryana state, is a statutory advisory body advising the Government of India’s Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying.
The Animal Welfare Board of India was established in 1962 under Section 4 of The Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960. Well-known humanitarian Rukmini Devi Arundale was instrumental in setting up the board and was its first chair.
The Board consists of 28 Members, who serve for a period of 3 years. Its headquarters was in Chennai, which moved to Ballabhgarh in Haryana state in early 2018.
The Board was initially within the jurisdiction of the Government of India’s Ministry of Food and Agriculture. In 1990, the subject of Prevention of Cruelty to Animals was transferred to the Ministry of Environment, Forests and Climate change, where it now resides
Some of the functions of the Board include:
- Recognition of Animal Welfare Organisations
- Financial assistance
- Animal welfare Laws and Rules
- Raising awareness
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Incorrect Animal Welfare Board of India was established under The Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960, and not under WPA, 1972. Initially it was under jurisdiction of Ministry of Food and Agriculture, from where it was shifted to Ministry of Environment and from it shifted back to Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying, where it’s current jurisdiction is. Article link: AWBI Awards Dedicated for Animal Welfare and Protection-2021 Held
