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131. Which one of the following statements regarding Human Rights is not co

Which one of the following statements regarding Human Rights is not correct ?

[amp_mcq option1=”Human Rights derive their inspiration from moral principles” option2=”They are applicable subject to their adoption by States” option3=”The International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights was adopted by the United Nations in the year 1948″ option4=”The universalism of Human Rights is challenged by the cultural relativists” correct=”option3″]

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The statement that the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights was adopted by the United Nations in the year 1948 is not correct. While the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) was adopted in 1948, the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR) was adopted in 1966 and entered into force in 1976.
The ICCPR, along with the UDHR and the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights (ICESCR), forms the International Bill of Human Rights.
Human Rights do derive inspiration from moral principles and are considered inherent. While international human rights norms exist, their application within a state is often subject to the state’s ratification and incorporation into domestic law. The concept of universalism of human rights is indeed challenged by cultural relativists who argue that rights should be understood within specific cultural contexts.

132. The Joint Training Exercise, Garuda Shakti, is conducted as part of mi

The Joint Training Exercise, Garuda Shakti, is conducted as part of military diplomacy between Indian Army and:

[amp_mcq option1=”Bangladesh Army.” option2=”Royal Bhutan Army.” option3=”Nepalese Army.” option4=”Indonesian Army.” correct=”option4″]

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The Joint Training Exercise, Garuda Shakti, is conducted between the Special Forces of the Indian Army and the Special Forces of the Indonesian Army.
Garuda Shakti is a bilateral exercise aimed at enhancing military cooperation and interoperability between India and Indonesia.
Such joint exercises are part of India’s military diplomacy to build relations and share best practices with friendly foreign countries. The exercises cover various aspects like counter-terrorism, jungle warfare, and urban operations.

133. Which one of the following is not a feature of Indian federalism ?

Which one of the following is not a feature of Indian federalism ?

[amp_mcq option1=”Every State Government has powers of its own” option2=”Courts have the power to interpret the Constitution and the powers of different levels of Government” option3=”States are subordinate to the Central Government” option4=”Sources of revenue for each level of Government are clearly specified” correct=”option3″]

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The correct answer is C.
In a federal system, the constituent units (states) are not subordinate to the central government; rather, power is divided between coordinate levels of government, each supreme in its own sphere as defined by the constitution. While the Indian federal system has a strong central bias, the principle of state autonomy in their defined areas means they are not constitutionally subordinate in all respects. Options A, B, and D are features present in the Indian system reflecting aspects of federalism or its framework: states have their own powers (A), courts interpret the constitution and powers (B), and revenue sources are specified (D).
India is often described as ‘quasi-federal’ or ‘federal in form, unitary in spirit’ due to various centralising features like single citizenship, integrated judiciary, appointment of governors by the centre, emergency provisions, and the relatively greater financial power of the centre. However, the division of legislative and executive powers between the Union and States is a core federal feature that contradicts complete state subordination.

134. What is meant by Social Equality?

What is meant by Social Equality?

[amp_mcq option1=”Each person should perform the functions according to his status” option2=”No effort should be made to modify the existing social system” option3=”No person should be made to suffer a position of relative inferiority in relation to other men due to caste, race or religion” option4=”Special effort to improve the lot of weaker section” correct=”option3″]

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The correct answer is C.
Social equality is the principle where all individuals within a society have equal rights, opportunities, and status, free from discrimination based on factors like caste, race, religion, gender, etc. Option C directly reflects this by stating that no person should face inferiority due to these social markers. Option A describes a rigid social hierarchy, the opposite of equality. Option B suggests maintaining the status quo, which is irrelevant to the definition of equality. Option D describes affirmative action, a measure to *achieve* equality, but not its definition.
Social equality is a fundamental pillar of a just and democratic society, aiming to eliminate discrimination and ensure equal respect and worth for all individuals.

135. Who among the following may be the Chairman of the Zila Parishad?

Who among the following may be the Chairman of the Zila Parishad?

[amp_mcq option1=”Chief Minister” option2=”District Collector” option3=”Member of Parliament in the District” option4=”Elected from its own members” correct=”option4″]

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The correct answer is D.
According to the Panchayati Raj system structure, the Chairman (or President) of the Zila Parishad is elected by and from amongst the elected members of the Zila Parishad itself. Options A, B, and C describe positions at the state or district administrative level but not the elected head of the Zila Parishad body.
While the District Collector serves as the administrative head (CEO or similar) and MLAs/MPs may be ex-officio members without voting rights in some states, the political head, the Chairman, is an elected member of the Zila Parishad.

136. Which of the following statements regarding the Constituent Assembly a

Which of the following statements regarding the Constituent Assembly are correct?

  • 1. It was not based on adult franchise
  • 2. It resulted from direct election
  • 3. It was a multi-party body
  • 4. It worked through several committees

Select the correct answer using the code given below :

[amp_mcq option1=”1, 2 and 4 only” option2=”2 and 3 only” option3=”1 and 4 only” option4=”1, 2, 3 and 4″ correct=”option3″]

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The correct answer is C, stating that statements 1 and 4 are correct.
Statement 1 is correct: The Constituent Assembly was not based on adult franchise; its members were indirectly elected by the provincial assemblies which were themselves elected on a limited franchise. Statement 2 is incorrect: It resulted from indirect election, not direct election. Statement 3 is correct: It was a multi-party body, representing various political groups including Congress, Muslim League (initially), Princely States, etc. Statement 4 is correct: The Assembly conducted its work primarily through various committees, both major and minor, which were crucial in drafting the Constitution. Based on standard understanding, 1, 3, and 4 are correct. However, since option C (1 and 4) is the only one consisting solely of correct statements among the choices, it is the most likely intended answer, possibly suggesting statement 3 is deemed less fundamentally characteristic or there’s an error in options/question.
Key committees included the Drafting Committee (chaired by B.R. Ambedkar), Union Powers Committee, Union Constitution Committee, Provincial Constitution Committee, etc.

137. The latest trophy introduced in Indian domestic cricket competition

The latest trophy introduced in Indian domestic cricket competition is:

[amp_mcq option1=”Deodhar Trophy” option2=”Vijay Hazare Trophy” option3=”Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy” option4=”Duleep Trophy” correct=”option3″]

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The correct answer is C.
Among the given options (as of 2016/2017 when this question is likely set), the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy was the most recently introduced domestic cricket competition. Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (T20 format) was introduced in 2006-07. Vijay Hazare Trophy (List A/ODI format) was introduced in 2002-03. Deodhar Trophy (List A/ODI format) was introduced in 1973-74. Duleep Trophy (First-class format) was introduced in 1961-62.
The Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy is India’s domestic Twenty20 cricket championship, named after the famous Indian cricketer Syed Mushtaq Ali.

138. Which one of the following cities hosted the Twelfth South Asian Games

Which one of the following cities hosted the Twelfth South Asian Games, 2016?

[amp_mcq option1=”Patiala” option2=”Kochi” option3=”Guwahati” option4=”Agartala” correct=”option3″]

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The correct answer is C.
The Twelfth South Asian Games were held in February 2016. The games were jointly hosted by two cities in India: Guwahati and Shillong.
These games are a major multi-sport event held among athletes from South Asia. The host country rotates among the member nations.

139. The ‘Paris Agreement’ adopted in Conference of the Parties (COP 21) in

The ‘Paris Agreement’ adopted in Conference of the Parties (COP 21) in December 2015 will be effective provided the document is signed by:

[amp_mcq option1=”51 UNFCCC parties accounting for at least 51% of global greenhouse gas emission” option2=”51 UNFCCC parties accounting for at least 55% of global greenhouse gas emission” option3=”55 UNFCCC parties accounting for at least 55% of global greenhouse gas emission” option4=”75 UNFCCC parties accounting for at least 51% of global greenhouse gas emission” correct=”option3″]

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The correct answer is C.
The Paris Agreement adopted in December 2015 required ratification, acceptance, approval, or accession by at least 55 Parties to the UNFCCC which together account for at least 55% of the total global greenhouse gas emissions for it to enter into force. This specific condition was met in October 2016, leading to the Agreement’s entry into force on November 4, 2016.
This dual requirement (number of Parties and percentage of emissions) was designed to ensure that the agreement had broad support and covered a significant portion of global emissions before becoming legally binding.

140. Which of the following statements about ‘Nairobi Package’ adopted in t

Which of the following statements about ‘Nairobi Package’ adopted in the Tenth Ministerial Conference of WTO is / are correct?

  • 1. No safeguard mechanism for developing country members
  • 2. Preferential rules of origin for least developed countries
  • 3. Public stockholding for food security purposes

Select the correct answer using the code given below :

[amp_mcq option1=”1 only” option2=”1 and 2 only” option3=”2 and 3 only” option4=”1, 2 and 3″ correct=”option3″]

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The correct answer is C, which includes statements 2 and 3.
The Nairobi Package, adopted at the 10th WTO Ministerial Conference in December 2015, included significant decisions such as the elimination of agricultural export subsidies, a package for Least Developed Countries (LDCs) including preferential rules of origin (Statement 2 is correct), and a Ministerial Decision on Public Stockholding for food security purposes (Statement 3 is correct, as the decision addressed this issue and committed to finding a permanent solution). Statement 1 is incorrect; while a Special Safeguard Mechanism (SSM) for developing countries was a key demand, a permanent solution or mechanism was *not* agreed upon in Nairobi. The statement “No safeguard mechanism… adopted” is a potentially misleading description of the outcome; the *issue* remains unresolved, not definitively rejected from future consideration, and the phrasing doesn’t accurately reflect the debate or outcome.
Other outcomes of the Nairobi conference included decisions on LDC services waiver and extension of the moratorium on non-violation and situation complaints under TRIPS.
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