2021

81. Which one of the following is correctly matched?

Which one of the following is correctly matched?

[amp_mcq option1=”XII BRICS Summit : Moscow Declaration” option2=”XI BRICS Summit : New Delhi Declaration” option3=”X BRICS Summit : Xiamen Declaration” option4=”IX BRICS Summit : Johannesburg Declaration” correct=”option1″]

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The XII BRICS Summit was hosted virtually by Russia in November 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The summit concluded with the adoption of the Moscow Declaration.
BRICS summits are typically named after the host city or country. The key outcome document is usually called the ‘Declaration’.
– IX BRICS Summit (2017): Xiamen, China (Xiamen Declaration)
– X BRICS Summit (2018): Johannesburg, South Africa (Johannesburg Declaration)
– XI BRICS Summit (2019): Brasília, Brazil (Brasília Declaration)
– XII BRICS Summit (2020): Hosted virtually by Russia (Moscow Declaration)

82. Which one of the following is correct about ‘Surya Rashmi’?

Which one of the following is correct about ‘Surya Rashmi’?

[amp_mcq option1=”It is a scheme of the Government of India to provide solar power to households at subsidised rates.” option2=”It is an initiative of the Government of Uttar Pradesh to provide solar power for irrigation facilities to all the farmers of the State.” option3=”It is an initiative of the Government of India to install solar electrifications in all Government offices and establishments situated in the New Delhi area.” option4=”It is a publication of the National Institute of Solar Energy.” correct=”option4″]

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The correct answer is D) It is a publication of the National Institute of Solar Energy.
‘Surya Rashmi’ is the name given to a solar thermal cooking system (often referred to as a solar stove or cooker technology) developed by the National Institute of Solar Energy (NISE). While it is a technology, among the given options, the one that correctly links it to its origin is stating its association with NISE. Although not primarily a “publication” in the sense of a book or magazine, the term could refer to technical documentation, research reports, or promotional material related to the technology developed and disseminated by NISE. Options A, B, and C describe government schemes, which ‘Surya Rashmi’ is not.
The National Institute of Solar Energy (NISE) is an autonomous body under the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), Government of India. It is the apex National R&D institution in the field of Solar Energy. NISE is involved in research, development, testing, certification, and training in solar energy technologies. The ‘Surya Rashmi’ solar cooker is one such technology developed by the institute.

83. Which one of the following statements about the Finance Commission is

Which one of the following statements about the Finance Commission is not correct?

[amp_mcq option1=”It is a Constitutionally mandated body, set up under Article 280 of the Constitution of India.” option2=”The 14th Finance Commission was set up in 2017 against the backdrop of the introduction of GST.” option3=”Its core responsibility is to evaluate the state of finances of the Union and the State Governments.” option4=”The first Finance Commission was set up in 1951.” correct=”option2″]

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The correct answer is B) The 14th Finance Commission was set up in 2017 against the backdrop of the introduction of GST.
Statement A is correct: The Finance Commission is a constitutional body established under Article 280 of the Constitution of India.
Statement D is correct: The first Finance Commission was constituted in 1951.
Statement C is correct: A core responsibility of the Finance Commission is to evaluate the state of finances of the Union and State Governments and recommend the distribution of tax revenues.
Statement B is incorrect: The 14th Finance Commission was set up in 2013 under the chairmanship of Dr. Y. V. Reddy and its recommendations covered the period 2015-2020. The 15th Finance Commission was set up in November 2017 under the chairmanship of N. K. Singh, and its recommendations cover the period 2020-2025. The introduction of GST happened in July 2017, which was against the backdrop of the setting up of the *15th*, not the 14th, Finance Commission.
The Finance Commission makes recommendations on the distribution of net proceeds of taxes between the Union and the States (vertical devolution) and the allocation of shares among the States (horizontal devolution), principles governing grants-in-aid to the States by the Centre, and measures needed to augment the Consolidated Fund of a State to supplement the resources of Panchayats and Municipalities.

84. Which one of the following is not correct in respect of India’s electi

Which one of the following is not correct in respect of India’s election to the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) as a Non-Permanent Member?

[amp_mcq option1=”There are 10 Non-Permanent Members in the UNSC.” option2=”India has already served in the UNSC as a Non-Permanent Member for seven terms in the past.” option3=”India had lost to Pakistan in an earlier election to this position.” option4=”India has recently been elected for this position unanimously.” correct=”option4″]

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The correct answer is D) India has recently been elected for this position unanimously.
Statement A is correct: There are 10 non-permanent members in the UNSC, elected for two-year terms.
Statement B is correct (depending on the timeframe, but broadly true): India has served multiple terms (8 terms as of the 2021-22 term) as a non-permanent member. Stating 7 terms was correct prior to its most recent term.
Statement C is correct: India lost to Pakistan in the election for a non-permanent seat in the 1975-76 term.
Statement D is incorrect: While India has recently been elected to the UNSC for the 2021-22 term with overwhelming support (184 votes out of 192 members present and voting), it was not a unanimous election in the sense of 100% votes cast. Elections for non-permanent seats often involve contests or formal voting even if the candidate is endorsed by their regional group.
India served its 8th term as a non-permanent member of the UNSC for the period 2021-2022. These elections happen annually in the General Assembly. Five non-permanent members are elected each year. Members are elected by secret ballot in the General Assembly, requiring a two-thirds majority of members present and voting.

85. Giving access to consumption of sugar as a source of energy in diet, f

Giving access to consumption of sugar as a source of energy in diet, for the poorest of the poor sections of the society, has been initiated under

[amp_mcq option1=”Antyodaya Anna Yojana.” option2=”Annapurna Scheme.” option3=”Targeted Public Distribution System.” option4=”Mid-day Meal Scheme.” correct=”option1″]

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The correct answer is A) Antyodaya Anna Yojana.
Antyodaya Anna Yojana (AAY) is a scheme launched by the Government of India under the Targeted Public Distribution System (TPDS) aimed at providing highly subsidised foodgrains to the poorest among the Below Poverty Line (BPL) families. While the central government provides foodgrains, many state governments also distribute additional essential commodities like sugar, pulses, edible oil, etc., at subsidised prices through the TPDS outlets to AAY beneficiaries. Access to sugar for the poorest sections is most directly linked to the provisions often made for beneficiaries under the AAY component of TPDS.
The Annapurna Scheme provides 10 kg of free foodgrains per month to indigent senior citizens who are not receiving pension under the National Old Age Pension Scheme. The Mid-day Meal Scheme provides cooked meals to school children. While the Targeted Public Distribution System (TPDS) is the overall framework, AAY specifically targets the ‘poorest of the poor’ families within the TPDS beneficiaries, making it the most relevant scheme for providing access to commodities like sugar for this specific demographic.

86. Which of the following is/are core infrastructure element(s) of Smart

Which of the following is/are core infrastructure element(s) of Smart Cities Mission?
1. To ensure adequate water supply
2. To ensure adequate electricity supply
3. To ensure efficient urban mobility and transport
Select the correct answer using the code given below:

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

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The correct answer is D) 1, 2 and 3.
The Smart Cities Mission identifies several core infrastructure elements that cities need to provide. These include: 1. Adequate water supply, 2. Assured electricity supply, 3. Sanitation (including solid waste management), 4. Urban mobility and public transport, 5. Affordable housing (especially for the poor), 6. Robust IT connectivity and digitalization, 7. Safety and security of citizens, 8. Health and education, 9. Sustainable environment, and 10. Area-based development. All three points listed in the question (Adequate water supply, Adequate electricity supply, Efficient urban mobility and transport) are explicitly mentioned as core infrastructure elements of the mission.
The Smart Cities Mission is an urban renewal and retrofitting program by the Government of India with the objective to develop city-solutions that make cities sustainable, inclusive, and improve the quality of life of its citizens. The mission adopts an area-based approach combining retrofitting, redevelopment, and greenfield development.

87. Which one among the following is not related to PRAGATI as part of D

Which one among the following is not related to PRAGATI as part of Digital India implementation ?

[amp_mcq option1=”Enables faster implementation of Central level projects/schemes” option2=”Enables faster implementation of State level projects/schemes” option3=”Enables faster implementation of local level projects/schemes” option4=”Resolves the grievances between State and Central level departments” correct=”option3″]

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The correct answer is C) Enables faster implementation of local level projects/schemes.
PRAGATI (Pro-Active Governance And Timely Implementation) is a multi-modal platform launched by the Prime Minister of India. It is designed to monitor the implementation of Central government projects as well as projects with Central and State government involvement (A and B). It also facilitates the resolution of grievances between Central and State departments (D). While the projects reviewed may have impact at the local level, PRAGATI operates at the Union and State government levels, with the Prime Minister interacting with Union Secretaries and State Chief Secretaries. It is not primarily focused on the direct implementation monitoring of schemes purely at the local level.
PRAGATI is a unique integrating and interactive platform. It uses three technologies: Digital data management, video-conferencing and geo-spatial technology. It is a three-tier system involving the PMO, Union Government Secretaries, and State Chief Secretaries. It serves as a tool for the PM to monitor important programmes, tackle public grievances, and review pending projects.

88. Gram Sabha means a body consisting of persons registered

Gram Sabha means a body consisting of persons registered

[amp_mcq option1=”in the electoral rolls relating to a village comprised within the area of Panchayat at the village level.” option2=”in the electoral rolls of wards within the area of Panchayat.” option3=”in the electoral rolls of civic bodies within the area of Panchayat.” option4=”in the electoral rolls of several villages within a local body.” correct=”option1″]

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The correct answer is A) in the electoral rolls relating to a village comprised within the area of Panchayat at the village level.
Article 243(b) of the Constitution of India, inserted by the 73rd Amendment Act, defines “Gram Sabha” as a body consisting of persons registered in the electoral rolls relating to a village comprised within the area of Panchayat at the village level. It is essentially the general body of all registered voters residing within the area of a village Panchayat.
The Gram Sabha is the foundation of the Panchayat Raj system. It is vested with powers and functions at the village level as the State Legislature may provide by law. It acts as a forum for direct participation of citizens in local governance, discussing and approving development plans and budgets, and holding the Panchayat accountable.

89. Which one among the following is not the power of the National Commi

Which one among the following is not the power of the National Commission for the Scheduled Castes ?

[amp_mcq option1=”To investigate all matters to safeguard the Scheduled Castes” option2=”To inquire into specific complaints with respect to deprivation of rights of the Scheduled Castes” option3=”To prepare reports pertaining to the welfare of the Scheduled Castes” option4=”To initiate a judicial enquiry related to the matters of the Scheduled Castes” correct=”option4″]

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The correct answer is D) To initiate a judicial enquiry related to the matters of the Scheduled Castes.
The National Commission for Scheduled Castes (NCSC), established under Article 338 of the Constitution, has significant powers including investigating matters related to safeguards for SCs (A), inquiring into specific complaints of rights deprivation (B), and presenting reports to the President (C). However, the Commission does not have the power to initiate a judicial enquiry. Its powers, while investigating or inquiring into complaints, are akin to those of a civil court (summoning witnesses, requiring document production, etc.), but it does not possess the authority to conduct or initiate a judicial process or trial. Judicial powers rest with the judiciary.
The NCSC is a constitutional body tasked with protecting the rights and interests of the Scheduled Castes. Its functions include monitoring the implementation of constitutional and legal safeguards, advising on socio-economic development plans, and submitting annual reports on the working of these safeguards. The reports are laid before Parliament.

90. Who authored the book titled ‘The Idea of India’?

Who authored the book titled ‘The Idea of India’?

[amp_mcq option1=”Sunil Khilnani” option2=”Paul Brass” option3=”Atul Kohli” option4=”Christophe Jaffrelot” correct=”option1″]

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The correct answer is A) Sunil Khilnani.
‘The Idea of India’ is a renowned book authored by Sunil Khilnani, first published in 1997. The book explores the intellectual history and evolution of India’s identity and its post-independence journey.
Sunil Khilnani is a prominent Indian political scientist and author. The book is considered a significant work in contemporary Indian studies, examining key facets like democracy, secularism, and economic development in the context of India’s complex history. Paul Brass, Atul Kohli, and Christophe Jaffrelot are also well-known scholars in the field of Indian politics and South Asian studies, but ‘The Idea of India’ is specifically associated with Sunil Khilnani.
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