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Kaipad Farming, a traditional form of farming is practiced in:
Solution (c)
Explanation:
Kaipad farming is salinity-prone natural organic rice cultivation in the northern districts of Kerala, India. The traditional kaipad system of rice cultivation is an integrated organic farming system in which rice cultivation and aquaculture go together in coastal brackish water marshes rich in organic matter. It has been included in the Geographical indication (GI) registry.
Article reference: Kaipad farming on revival path
Solution (c)
Explanation:
Kaipad farming is salinity-prone natural organic rice cultivation in the northern districts of Kerala, India. The traditional kaipad system of rice cultivation is an integrated organic farming system in which rice cultivation and aquaculture go together in coastal brackish water marshes rich in organic matter. It has been included in the Geographical indication (GI) registry.
Article reference: Kaipad farming on revival path
Consider the following statements about ‘‘Registration of Political Parties in India”:
Form the following options, choose the correct answer:
Solution (b)
Explanation:
Basics of Registration of Political Parties in India
Registration of political parties is governed by the provisions of section 29A of the Representation of the People Act, 1951. (So, statement 1 is incorrect)
The 1950 law makes provisions for allocation of seats in Lok Sabha and Legislative Assemblies, Delimitation of Constituencies, Qualifications of voters, Manner of filling the seats of Rajya Sabha by Union Territory representatives etc. The 1951 Law makes provisions for conduct of elections to Parliament and state legislatures, Qualifications and disqualifications, various offences, various doubts and disputes etc.
Mechanism
A party seeking registration under the said section with the Commission has to submit an application to the Commission within a period of 30 days following the date of its formation as per guidelines prescribed by the Commission in exercise of the powers conferred by Article 324 of the Constitution of India and Section 29A of the Representation of the People Act, 1951. As per existing guidelines, the applicant association is, inter-alia, asked to publish proposed Name of party in two national daily newspapers and two local daily newspapers, on two days for submitting objections, if any, with regard to the proposed registration of the party before the Commission within 30 days from such publication. Notice so published is also displayed on the website of the Commission.
However, Section 29A of the Act provides for procedure of registration of political parties, “it does not expressly confer any power on the Election Commission of India regarding de-registration of political parties.” (So, statement 2 is correct)
Article reference: Registration of Political Parties under section 29A of the Representation of the People Act, 1951- Public Notice Period
Solution (b)
Explanation:
Basics of Registration of Political Parties in India
Registration of political parties is governed by the provisions of section 29A of the Representation of the People Act, 1951. (So, statement 1 is incorrect)
The 1950 law makes provisions for allocation of seats in Lok Sabha and Legislative Assemblies, Delimitation of Constituencies, Qualifications of voters, Manner of filling the seats of Rajya Sabha by Union Territory representatives etc. The 1951 Law makes provisions for conduct of elections to Parliament and state legislatures, Qualifications and disqualifications, various offences, various doubts and disputes etc.
Mechanism
A party seeking registration under the said section with the Commission has to submit an application to the Commission within a period of 30 days following the date of its formation as per guidelines prescribed by the Commission in exercise of the powers conferred by Article 324 of the Constitution of India and Section 29A of the Representation of the People Act, 1951. As per existing guidelines, the applicant association is, inter-alia, asked to publish proposed Name of party in two national daily newspapers and two local daily newspapers, on two days for submitting objections, if any, with regard to the proposed registration of the party before the Commission within 30 days from such publication. Notice so published is also displayed on the website of the Commission.
However, Section 29A of the Act provides for procedure of registration of political parties, “it does not expressly confer any power on the Election Commission of India regarding de-registration of political parties.” (So, statement 2 is correct)
Article reference: Registration of Political Parties under section 29A of the Representation of the People Act, 1951- Public Notice Period
Consider the following statements regarding “Better than Cash Alliance”:
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Solution (a)
Explanation
Statement 1: “The Better Than Cash Alliance” is a global partnership of 75 governments, companies, and international organizations that accelerates the transition from cash to digital payments in order to reduce poverty and drive inclusive growth. It was launched by the United Nations Capital Development Fund, the United States Agency for International Development and other organisations.
Statement 2: India is a member of this alliance. (Hence, Statement 2 is incorrect)
Article link: Government of India, FICCI, and UN-based Better Than Cash Alliance come together for responsible merchant digitization
Solution (a)
Explanation
Statement 1: “The Better Than Cash Alliance” is a global partnership of 75 governments, companies, and international organizations that accelerates the transition from cash to digital payments in order to reduce poverty and drive inclusive growth. It was launched by the United Nations Capital Development Fund, the United States Agency for International Development and other organisations.
Statement 2: India is a member of this alliance. (Hence, Statement 2 is incorrect)
Article link: Government of India, FICCI, and UN-based Better Than Cash Alliance come together for responsible merchant digitization
Consider the following statements regarding ‘Ex Desert Flag’ –
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Solution (b)
Explanation – Ex Desert Flag is an annual multi-national large force employment warfare exercise hosted by the United Arab Emirates Air Force.
Basics
Ex Desert Flag is an annual multi-national large force employment warfare exercise hosted by the United Arab Emirates Air Force. The Indian Air Force is participating for the first time in Exercise Desert Flag-VI along with air forces of United Arab Emirates, United States of America, France, Saudi Arabia, South Korea and Bahrain.
The IAF is participating with six Su-30 MKI, two C-17 and one IL-78 tanker aircraft. C-17 Globemaster will provide support for induction/ de-induction of the IAF contingent.
Article link: IAF Participation in EX Desert FLAG VI
Solution (b)
Explanation – Ex Desert Flag is an annual multi-national large force employment warfare exercise hosted by the United Arab Emirates Air Force.
Basics
Ex Desert Flag is an annual multi-national large force employment warfare exercise hosted by the United Arab Emirates Air Force. The Indian Air Force is participating for the first time in Exercise Desert Flag-VI along with air forces of United Arab Emirates, United States of America, France, Saudi Arabia, South Korea and Bahrain.
The IAF is participating with six Su-30 MKI, two C-17 and one IL-78 tanker aircraft. C-17 Globemaster will provide support for induction/ de-induction of the IAF contingent.
Article link: IAF Participation in EX Desert FLAG VI
‘Hong Kong convention’, which is often seen in news, is related to:
Solution (c)
About Hong Kong Convention
Article link: India is very serious about growing in the maritime sector and emerging as a leading Blue Economy of the world: PM
Solution (c)
About Hong Kong Convention
Article link: India is very serious about growing in the maritime sector and emerging as a leading Blue Economy of the world: PM
