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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
Consider the following statements about the Pardoning power of President Of India
President of India derive the power to grant pardons under Article 74.
The President can grant pardons only on the advice of the Prime Minister and council of ministers.
The President can grant pardons in cases involving death sentences.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
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Solution (a)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1
Statement 2
Statement 3
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Article 72 of the Indian Constitution gives the President the power of pardoning.
This power is not absolute and is exercised on the advice of the Council of Ministers.
The Supreme Court of India has held that the President must act on the advice of the Council of Ministers while deciding mercy pleas.
This means that the President cannot exercise his pardoning power independently and must follow the recommendations of the Council of Ministers.
Only the Indian President can pardon death sentences, including those involving state laws
Context: Recently, the US President Joe Biden issued a ‘full and unconditional pardon’ for his son, Hunter Biden, who faced sentencing for illegally owning a firearm while using drugs and for tax-related offenses.
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Solution (a)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1
Statement 2
Statement 3
Incorrect
Incorrect
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Article 72 of the Indian Constitution gives the President the power of pardoning.
This power is not absolute and is exercised on the advice of the Council of Ministers.
The Supreme Court of India has held that the President must act on the advice of the Council of Ministers while deciding mercy pleas.
This means that the President cannot exercise his pardoning power independently and must follow the recommendations of the Council of Ministers.
Only the Indian President can pardon death sentences, including those involving state laws
Context: Recently, the US President Joe Biden issued a ‘full and unconditional pardon’ for his son, Hunter Biden, who faced sentencing for illegally owning a firearm while using drugs and for tax-related offenses.
Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following statements about question hour in Parliament
Question Hour is the first hour of every sitting of Parliament.
The questions asked during Question Hour are usually of a general nature and do not require a detailed answer.
Only starred questions can be asked during Question Hour.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
Correct
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1
Statement 2
Statement 3
correct
Incorrect
correct
That’s correct. The Question Hour is indeed the first hour of every sitting of Parliament.
During this time, Members of Parliament (MPs) can ask questions to ministers on matters related to their ministries
While Question Hour is an important tool for MPs to seek information and hold the government accountable, the questions asked during this time can vary in complexity.
While some questions may be of a general nature and require brief answers, others can be more specific and require detailed responses, especially if they delve into complex policy issues or administrative details.
The nature of the question often determines the level of detail expected in the answer.
That’s correct. Only starred questions, which are distinguished by an asterisk (*), can be asked during Question Hour.
These questions are intended to elicit oral answers from ministers, and they often lead to follow-up questions or supplementary questions from other MPs
Context:Question Hour; Zero Hour, ( Indian Express news)
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Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1
Statement 2
Statement 3
correct
Incorrect
correct
That’s correct. The Question Hour is indeed the first hour of every sitting of Parliament.
During this time, Members of Parliament (MPs) can ask questions to ministers on matters related to their ministries
While Question Hour is an important tool for MPs to seek information and hold the government accountable, the questions asked during this time can vary in complexity.
While some questions may be of a general nature and require brief answers, others can be more specific and require detailed responses, especially if they delve into complex policy issues or administrative details.
The nature of the question often determines the level of detail expected in the answer.
That’s correct. Only starred questions, which are distinguished by an asterisk (*), can be asked during Question Hour.
These questions are intended to elicit oral answers from ministers, and they often lead to follow-up questions or supplementary questions from other MPs
Context:Question Hour; Zero Hour, ( Indian Express news)
Question 3 of 5
3. Question
What is the main objective of Sugamya Bharat Abhiyan?
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Solution (c)
Option c
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Sugamya Bharat Abhiyan, also known as the Accessible India Campaign, is a nationwide initiative launched by the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPwD) of the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment.
The campaign aims to provide universal accessibility to persons with disabilities across the country
Context: Prime Minister marks 9 years of Sugamya Bharat Abhiyan.PM reiterates Government’s commitment to further boosting accessibility, equality and opportunity for Divyang sisters and brothers
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Solution (c)
Option c
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Sugamya Bharat Abhiyan, also known as the Accessible India Campaign, is a nationwide initiative launched by the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPwD) of the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment.
The campaign aims to provide universal accessibility to persons with disabilities across the country
Context: Prime Minister marks 9 years of Sugamya Bharat Abhiyan.PM reiterates Government’s commitment to further boosting accessibility, equality and opportunity for Divyang sisters and brothers
Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements about the ICJ( International Court of Justice)
The ICJ is the principal judicial organ of the United Nations.
The ICJ has compulsory jurisdiction over all UN member states.
Choose the incorrect statements:
Correct
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1
Statement 2
Correct
Incorrect
Yes, that’s correct. The International Court of Justice (ICJ) is indeed the principal judicial organ of the United Nations.
It was established in 1945 and is based in The Hague, Netherlands.
No, that’s incorrect. The ICJ does not have compulsory jurisdiction over all UN member states.
While some states have accepted the Court’s compulsory jurisdiction through declarations under Article 36(2) of the Statute of the ICJ, others have not.
Context: ICJ begins hearing on landmark climate change case: Why is this significant?
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Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1
Statement 2
Correct
Incorrect
Yes, that’s correct. The International Court of Justice (ICJ) is indeed the principal judicial organ of the United Nations.
It was established in 1945 and is based in The Hague, Netherlands.
No, that’s incorrect. The ICJ does not have compulsory jurisdiction over all UN member states.
While some states have accepted the Court’s compulsory jurisdiction through declarations under Article 36(2) of the Statute of the ICJ, others have not.
Context: ICJ begins hearing on landmark climate change case: Why is this significant?
Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Consider the following statements about the PROBA-3 mission
It is the mission by NASA with the aim of demonstrating the feasibility of flying two satellites in formation
PROBA-3 will study the Sun’s corona and the solar wind.
Choose the correct statements:
Correct
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1
Statement 2
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correct
The Proba-3 mission is a joint venture between the European Space Agency (ESA) and the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO).
Key Points about Proba-3:
Formation Flying: The mission involves two spacecraft, the Coronagraph and the Occulter, flying in precise formation to create artificial solar eclipses.
Studying the Sun’s Corona: The primary goal is to study the Sun’s outer atmosphere, the corona, which is extremely hot and difficult to observe from Earth.
Advanced Technology Demonstration: The mission will also demonstrate advanced formation-flying technology, which is crucial for future space missions.
International Collaboration: The collaboration between ESA and ISRO highlights the importance of international cooperation in space exploration.
Context: ISRO to launch PROBA-3 mission satellites from Sriharikota
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Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1
Statement 2
Incorrect
correct
The Proba-3 mission is a joint venture between the European Space Agency (ESA) and the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO).
Key Points about Proba-3:
Formation Flying: The mission involves two spacecraft, the Coronagraph and the Occulter, flying in precise formation to create artificial solar eclipses.
Studying the Sun’s Corona: The primary goal is to study the Sun’s outer atmosphere, the corona, which is extremely hot and difficult to observe from Earth.
Advanced Technology Demonstration: The mission will also demonstrate advanced formation-flying technology, which is crucial for future space missions.
International Collaboration: The collaboration between ESA and ISRO highlights the importance of international cooperation in space exploration.
Context: ISRO to launch PROBA-3 mission satellites from Sriharikota
