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IAS UPSC Prelims and Mains Exam – 16th July 2020 Archives (PRELIMS + MAINS FOCUS) Role of China Study Group (CSG) Part of: GS Prelims and Mains II Context: While reading articles dealing with India-China standoff, we frequently find references of government’s high-powered body, “China Study Group (CSG)”, meeting often to review and discuss the prevailing situation along the LAC. What is China Study Group (CSG)? It is a government body, headed by National Security Advisor Ajit Doval, which has the cabinet secretary, secretaries of home, external affairs, defence, and representatives of the Army as the members. The CSG was set up in 1976 by the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) to advise on policy issues relating to China. It was initially headed by the Foreign Secretary and now by the National Security Adviser. Functions or aim of CSG CSG was set up in 1975-1976 under K.R. Narayanan with a twin purpose. It was to keep under review the situation on the Sino-Indian border, and It was to assist in preparations for negotiations with China on the border question.  In the wake of heightened road and track construction work undertaken by China along India’s Northern and Eastern frontiers in 1997, CSG was constituted to study the requirement of road communication along the China border for fast and smooth movement of troops in case of any aggression. At the end of the study, the CSG identified 73 strategically important roads along the China border for Indo-China Border Roads (ICBRs) to be built. Do you know? Border Roads Organisation (BRO) handles the bulk of the ICBR road construction work. Several other entities are also responsible for constructing ICBR – such as NHAI, MoDNER, Central Public Works Department (CPWD), National Projects Construction Corporation (NPCC) etc. India-EU: Trade talks Part of: GS Prelims and Mains II – India and EU ties; International Relations In News: India-European Union (EU) held virtual summit recently. Major outcomes: India and EU committed to a framework for strategic cooperation until 2025. (Five-­year roadmap for the India-­EU strategic partnership.) Both vowed to cooperate on their response to the coronavirus pandemic and the United Nations Security Council. To revive talks on a free trade agreement (Bilateral Trade and Investment Agreement) that have been suspended since 2013.  Civil nuclear research and development cooperation agreement between EURATOM and the Department of Atomic Energy. Exchange best practices in range of areas and the renewal of their science and technology agreement for another five years. India-EU areas of convergence: India and the EU are natural partners. India-EU partnership is important for global peace and stability. Both share similar ‘universal values’ of democracy, pluralism, respect for international institutions and multilateralism. Share common interest in tackling climate change, and building trade. EU is India’s largest trading partner, while India is the EU’s ninth biggest trading partner. India-EU areas of divergence: EU leadership had raised concerns over the situation in Jammu and Kashmir as well as Citizenship Amendment Act. EU expressed concerns about India’s “protectionist” tone to “Atmanirbhar Bharat” slogan.  Parliamentary Standing Committee on Home Affairs calls for database on migrants Part of: GS Prelims and Mains II – Social and Welfare schemes; Parliamentary Committees In news: Parliamentary Standing Committee on Home Affairs advised the government to set up a national database of migrant workers so that they don’t fall out of the social security cover.  The Committee observed that better coordination between States and districts could have prevented the massive exodus of migrant workers. According to the Committee, lessons should be learnt from the COVID­19 pandemic which saw unprecedented reverse migration. Asian Development Bank Part of: GS Prelims and Mains II and III – Regional group/organizations; Economy About: Asian Development Bank (ADB) is a regional development bank established on 19 December 1966, which is headquartered in Manila, Philippines. ADB aims to promote social and economic development in Asia.  The bank admits the members of the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (UNESCAP) and non-regional developed countries. Do you know? The ADB was modeled closely on the World Bank, and has a similar weighted voting system. From 31 members at its establishment, ADB now has 68 members. ADB is an official United Nations Observer. India was a founding member of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) in 1966 and is now the bank’s fourth largest shareholder and top borrower. As of 31 December 2019, ADB's five largest shareholders are Japan and the United States (each with 15.6% of total shares), the People's Republic of China (6.4%), India (6.3%), and Australia (5.8%). In news: ADB announced that it had appointed Election Commissioner Ashok Lavasa  as its vicepresident (V­P) for private sector operations and public­private partnerships. Lancet study on Population Part of: GS Prelims and Mains I and II – Population issues; Social/Welfare issues In news: According to Lancet study - At the current rate of growth, India's population is likely to peak by 2047 at about 1.61 billion and then decline to 1.03 billion by 2100. Population decline in India is expected only around 2046.  India will remain the most populous country. The five largest countries in 2100 (are projected) to be India, Nigeria, China, the U.S. and Pakistan. Do you know? World population is expected to peak by 2061 at 9.73 billion and by 2100 dip to 8.79 billion. Fall in population can be attributed to the assumption that all women globally will have much higher access to contraception and education. A Total Fertility Rate (TFR) lower than 2.1 leads to a decline in a country’s population. SOFI 2020 Report on Food Security Part of: GS Prelims and Mains I and II – Poverty; Social/Welfare issues; Food Security In news: According to State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World (SOFI) 2020 report - The world is not on track to meet the goal of zero hunger by 2030. Around 8-13 crore people globally are likely to go hungry this year due to the economic recession triggered by COVID­19. Almost 690 million people around the world went hungry in 2019. (up by 1 crore in 2018) Hunger continues to be on the rise since 2014 and the global prevalence of undernourishment, or overall percentage of hungry people, is 8.9%. Asia remains home to the greatest number of under nourished (38 crore). Africa is second (25 crore), followed by Latin America and the Caribbean (4.8 crore). Other facts: According to current estimates, in 2019,  21.3% (14.4.crore) of children under 5 years were stunted, 6.9% (4.7 crore) wasted and 5.6% (3.8 million) overweight A healthy diet costs more than ₹143 (or $1.90/ day) which is the international poverty threshold. Do you know? SOFI report is a join report issued annually by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, the International Fund for Agricultural Development, UNICEF, the World Food Programme and the World Health Organization. It presents the latest estimates on food insecurity, hunger and malnutrition at the global and regional levels.  The 2020 edition continues to signal that significant challenges remain in the fight against food insecurity and malnutrition in all its forms. India-Russia relations: Part of: GS Prelims and Mains II – India and Russia ties; International Relations In news: Indian envoy to Russia said -  India wants Russia to be more involved in the Indo-Pacific. (as India views Russia as a very important Pacific power) Russia should look to its own interests in the region and that will create a mutual basis for cooperation and dialogue.  Recent developments: Indian and Russian investments in Vietnam’s oil and gas sector can be considered as one of the areas of cooperation.  India wants Indo-Pacific region to be free and fair for everyone. A stable Indo-­Pacific assumes particular importance for Russia too with the proposed energy bridge from Arctic to Vladivostok to Chennai. Do you know? There have been standoffs between China and Vietnam in the South China Sea due to overlapping claims close to the Indian oil blocks in Vietnam’s Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ). Russian President Vladimir Putin to visit India later this year which coincides with the 20th year of India-­Russia strategic partnership. Miscellaneous: US Sanctions on China In news: U.S.  stripped Hong Kong of preferential trade treatment and authorised sanctions on banks over China’s clampdown in the financial hub According to Trump administration, Hong Kong will now be treated the same as mainland China — no special privileges, no special economic treatment and no export of sensitive technologies. China vowed to retaliate and impose sanctions on relevant U.S. personnel and entities. Google acquires 7.7% stake in Jio Platforms In news: Reliance Jio to deploy 5G technology in India next year. Jio and Google to partner to develop cheap entry-level 4G or even 5G smartphone with Android operating system. Google has announced to invest ₹33,737 crore to acquire a 7.7% stake in Jio Platforms. Reliance Industries Ltd. is looking to raise capital in a similar manner for its retail and petrochemical businesses. Key points: Jio has designed and developed a complete 5G solution from scratch. (Made-­in­-India 5G solution) Google had announced recently that it would invest $10 billion fund in India. Therefore, investment in Jio would be the first and the biggest investment that Google would make in India. (MAINS FOCUS) INTERNATIONAL/ ECONOMY Topic: General Studies 2,3: Effect of policies and politics of developed and developing countries on India’s interests Important International institutions, agencies and fora- their structure, mandate.  India should believe in the EU Context: In the post-COVID world, there will challenges for India to decide on which partner to invest its geopolitical capital The EU and India have much in common like: Both aim to enhance strategic autonomy and their global standing.  Need for diversifying strategic value chains (moving away from China-centrism) Address climate change. Significance of India-EU relationship EU champions the rules-based international order (that India also supports), which is being increasingly challenged by the proliferation of exceptionalism.  In geopolitical terms, India is facing increasingly powerful rival in China.  A stronger cooperation with like-minded, democratic powers like EU can help India face its rival effectively in geopolitics India and EU – An opening for enhanced economic partnership EU is India’s first trading partner and the biggest foreign investor, with €67.7 billion worth of investments made in 2018 (22% of total FDI inflows) However, EU investments in China in 2018 amounted to €175.3 billion In post COVID world, there is scope for India in attracting EU investment that might be moving out of China What steps need to be taken for enhancing the relationship in future? Both sides must address the mutual trust deficit. There is a need for facilitating people’s mobility and connectivity for improving mutual understanding  Need to fast track the stagnating Free Trade Agreement (FTA) negotiations.   A new study from the European Parliament assesses the potential impact of an EU-India trade agreement at between €8 billion and €8.5 billion gains from increased trade for both sides Collaboration on Climate Change Through its new industrial strategy, the Green Deal, EU is building on its ambitious target to render the continent carbon-emission neutral by 2050. India has also announced ambitious targets in Paris Climate deal Thus, both can collaborate on technology front to achieve their targets Reforming Multilateral Institutions The EU and India must join forces to promote sustainable reform of multilateral institutions, with the World Trade Organization (WTO) first in line. Conclusion India should make calculated moves in foreign policy in post-COVID world so that its interests are not compromised due to realignment of global power equations Connecting the dots: EU and ASEAN – Difference in their structures Impact of COVID-19 on multilateral organisations ECONOMY/ GOVERNANCE/ INTERNATIONAL Topic: General Studies 2,3: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization, of resources, growth, development and employment.  Effect of policies and politics of developed and developing countries on India’s interests  Google’s Investment in India Context: US tech giant Google announced plans to invest $10 billion in India over the coming five to seven years through the “Google for India Digitisation Fund” The focus of investment will be on Bringing more high-quality low-cost smartphones to enable greater Internet access Building new products and services in consumer technology, education, health and agriculture Empowering small and medium businesses to transform digitally. Significance of the investment The move signals a stepping up of engagement between Indian and US tech firm It shows the attractiveness of the India’s digital economy, even in the midst of a severe global economic slowdown. The investment is much needed at a time when Indian economy is in the midst of a deep slowdown What is the broader shift that is happening in world? Google’s decision is also indicative of a wider shift signalling a split in the tech world between the US and China India had decided to ban the widely used Chinese app TikTok and US is also considering similar action US is also putting pressure on countries to keep Chinese company Huawei’s equipment out of their 5G networks UK has also banned the purchase of new Huawei equipment by its telecom operators after the end of 2020 All these can be seen in countries trying to reconfiguring global supply chains, which is presently centred around China Conclusion Indian government should do everything it can to deepen and widen this burgeoning market. Connecting the dots: Pros and Cons of FDI Justice B. N. Srikrishna Committee report on Data Protection (TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE) Model questions: (You can now post your answers in comment section) Note:  Correct answers of today’s questions will be provided in next day’s DNA section. Kindly refer to it and update your answers.  Comments Up-voted by IASbaba are also the “correct answers”. Q.1) Consider the following statements about China Study Group (CSG) It is an independent or autonomous think-tank on strategic studies and land warfare associated with India-China relations. It was set up right after Sino-Indian War to deal with national security issues, conventional military operations and sub-conventional warfare. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? 1 only  2 only  Both 1 and 2  Neither 1 nor 2 Q.2) Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the code given below the Lists: (List I - Parliamentary Committees) : : (List II - Consists of)  Public Accounts Committee    A) 22 members (15 from LS and 7 from RS) Estimates Committee               B) 30 members (All from LS only) Standing committee                 C) 31 members (21 from LS and 10 from RS) Committee on Empowerment of Women D) 30 members (20 from LS and 10 from RS) Code: 1-2-3-4 A-B-C-D A-B-D-C B-A-D-C B-A-C-D Q.3) Consider the following statements regarding Asian Development Bank (ADB) ADB is a regional development organization dedicated to reducing poverty in Asia and the Pacific through loans, grants with headquarters in Beijing. India is a founding member of ADB. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? 1 only  2 only  Both 1 and 2  Neither 1 nor 2 ANSWERS FOR 15th July 2020 TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE (TYK) 1 A 2 B 3 C 4 C 5 C Must Read About inflation: The Hindu About China’s Post COVID aggression: The Hindu About Chabahar Port rail project: The Indian Express

SOCIOLOGY OPTIONAL (e-Classroom Learning Program(e-CLP)) 2021 and MAINS TEST SERIES 2020 By Dr.Vamshi Krishna NC

Dear Students, In these unprecedented times, a dose of positive news is always welcome and let’s starts with the first one. Ten students out of seventy from the recent Sociology batch have been selected for the final frontier –The personality test. We hope they find their name in the coveted final list.  This is quite a feat as we could not imagine this when we started our first series batch in late 2018. Now for the bigger dose of good news- The current situation has also made us to make not only the test series but also the entire Optional Classroom Program into ONLINE mode – “Sociology-e Classroom Learning Programme( e-CLP). So we have come with two programs - All in One Program (Classroom, Test-Series, Mentorship) targeted for 2021 and Sociology Optional Test Series (with Mentorship) Program for Mains 2020.   A)  Sociology e-Classroom Learning Program (e-CLP) 2021 This program is designed in such a way that even a student having no knowledge on Sociology will be able to understand and master Sociology.  Features of the Programme: 1) Classes - Comprehensive coverage of the syllabus including the complete dynamic syllabus of Paper-2 through customized and readily accessible videos.  2) Focus on conceptual clarity. 3) Personalized online dashboard for every student with access till Mains exam of 2021. Duration 15 Months. 4) All India Sociology Test Series is included along with mock tests (Total 30). 5) Detailed evaluation, feedback and Synopsis. 6) Live and regular doubt clearing sessions. 7) Topic-wise Notes along with access to VAN (Value Added Notes & Mind maps) 8) Individual mentorship 9) Special focus on answer writing with explanatory videos and live support. 10) Total number of teaching hours: 200 hours. The Sociology e-CLP (Classroom Program) will start from 17th August, 2020. Please find the Course Plan @ end of the Post. The entire ecosystem of the Sociology e-CLP is designed in such a way that even a student with no specialized knowledge in the subject will be able to compete on an even footing with experienced candidates and face the questions with utmost confidence. We will also recommend this programme for the students who are yet to decide their optional because of the advantage of Sociology being the optional with highest overlap in GS. NOTE: For enrolled students who are in Bangalore for their preparation, they can attend the programme in offline mode as well when the situation is normalized and permissions to resume classes has been granted. Wait there’s more… Our Flagship Online test series is back with some updated features.   B) All India Sociology Test Series 2020 This program is mainly focused on improving answer writing skills by simulating the UPSC level model questions (Especially current affairs, Paper -2, application-based questions in paper -1), unlike other test series programmes which repeat previous year questions.  Features of the Program: 1) Sectional and full-length tests (Total 14 tests). 2) Flexible time table to suit the convenience and balance it with GS preparation. 3) Timely evaluation with comprehensive feedback. 4) Comprehensive synopsis. 5) VAN consisting of Sociological analysis of current events and some important mind maps. 6) Specialized Video analysis of answers with nuances that will help aspirants answers to stand out. 7) Dedicated student dashboard. Note: The Test Series will start from 1st August 2020. Please find the Schedule @ end of the post. The test series is recommended only for those who have had prior exposure to the optional and are looking to improve their scores (Experienced students- from their second attempt)   FACULTY PROFILE: Dr.Vamshi Krishna NC (BDS, M.A.(Sociology) is today a known name in Sociology optional preparation especially known for tackling dynamic portions of paper-2 and has been one of the highest scorers in UPSC CSE Sociology(2014, 2015) thus well versed with the new format and its complexities. He is also an avid contributor for Sociology research papers on Academia and Research Gate website well known amongst the research community. He also has experience of teaching on Online platforms thus making the experience more user friendly and subject relatable to the students.     To Download the Course Plan (Sociology e-CLP 2021) ->  CLICK HERE To Download the Schedule (Sociology Test Series Mains 2020) ->  CLICK HERE   FEES DETAILS: Flexibility to switch from Online to Offline is provided without any extra fee. Total Fees: Sociology e-Classroom Learning Program (e-CLP 2021) : 27,000 + 18% GST = Rs. 31,860 Sociology Test Series (Mains 2020) : Rs.14,000 +  18% GST = Rs. 16,520 NOTE: The First 50 students in each Program (Sociology e-CLP & Test Series), can avail 10% Discount.  The Payment link (prices) mentioned below is after Discount - After 10% Discount - PAYMENT LINK: Sociology Test Series (Mains 2020): 14,868 (Inclusive of Tax) -> CLICK HERE PAYMENT LINK: Sociology e-Classroom Learning Program (e-CLP 2021): 28,674 (Inclusive of Tax)-> CLICK HERE   FOR ANY QUERIES (Related to Sociology e-CLP 2021 and All India Sociology Test Series 2020-21) You can reach us on Email id: sociology@iasbaba.com Contact Dr. Vamshi Krishna: 9966152157 Gopi Krishna: 6366456458 (Please call between 10 am – 5 pm ONLY) Office Address: BANGALORE CENTRE: IASbaba’s TLP Centre 2– No. 1443/1444, 2nd Floor, Above Carzspa, Ganapati Circle, Chandra Layout, Vijaynagar, Bangalore 560040. 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[Day 32] INTEGRATED REVISION PLAN(IRP – हिंदी & ENGLISH) 2020 – PRELIMS & MAINS – [16th July, 2020]

For Previous IRP (हिंदी & English ARCHIVES) - CLICK HERE   Hello Friends, Welcome to [Day 32] INTEGRATED REVISION PLAN(IRP – हिंदी & ENGLISH) 2020 – PRELIMS & MAINS – [16th July, 2020]   UPSC Static Quiz - 2020 : IASbaba's Daily Static Quiz - ECONOMY [Day 32] UPSC Quiz - 2020 : IASbaba's Daily Current Affairs Quiz [Day 32] IASbaba’s TLP (Phase 2 – ENGLISH & हिंदी): UPSC Mains Answer Writing – General Studies Paper 3 Questions[16th July,2020] – Day 32 [Day 32] IASBABA का इंटीग्रेटेड रिवीज़न प्लान (IRP) 2020 - [16th July, 2020]   The Intention behind this Initiative: IRP 2020 – Road Map for the next 100 Days!  We will make sure, in the next 4 months not a single day is wasted. All your energies are channelized in the right direction. Trust us! This will make a huge difference in your results this time, provided that you follow this plan sincerely every day without fail. Gear up and Make the Best Use of this initiative. Do remember that, “the difference between Ordinary and  EXTRA-Ordinary is PRACTICE!!” To Know More about the Initiative -> CLICK HERE विस्तृत विवरण के लिए नीचे क्लिक करें -> CLICK HERE SCHEDULE/DETAILED PLAN – > CLICK HERE Thank You IASbaba

[Day 32] IASBABA का इंटीग्रेटेड रिवीज़न प्लान (IRP) 2020 - [16th July, 2020]

For Previous IRP (Hindi & English ARCHIVES) - CLICK HERE हाल ही में UPSC द्वारा COVID-19 को देखते हुए प्रारंभिक परीक्षा-2020 के लिए नई तिथि 4 अक्टूबर, 2020 की घोषणा की गयी है। ऐसे में इन 100 दिनों का सदुपयोग सही दिशा में करना अति महत्त्वपूर्ण हो गया है। इसको देखते हुए IASBABA टीम द्वारा इष्टतम लाभ प्राप्त करने के लिए 10 जून 2020 से इंटीग्रेटेड रिवीज़न प्लान-2020 लांच किया गया है, जिससे एक बार पुनः परीक्षा से संबंधित संपूर्ण पाठ्यक्रम का समुचित रिवीज़न किया जा सके। इंटीग्रेटेड रिवीज़न प्लान (IRP) 2020 के महत्वपूर्ण तथ्य: IRP 2020 एक निःशुल्क पहल है, जिसे आपको अगले 100 दिनों के लिए केंद्रित रखने के लिए डिज़ाइन किया गया है! कार्यक्रम 10 जून 2020 से आरंभ होगा। यह सप्ताह में 6 दिन चलेगा। रविवार को अवकाश होगा - आप इस समय का उपयोग रिवीज़न और वैकल्पिक विषय के लिए कर सकते हैं। इसमें आपकी प्रारंभिक परीक्षा और मुख्य परीक्षा दोनों की तैयारी शामिल हैं। प्रतिदिन आधार पर - प्रारंभिक परीक्षा - 5 करंट अफेयर्स संबंधी बहुविकल्पीय प्रश्न, 10 स्टेटिक भाग जैसे इतिहास, भूगोल, राजव्यवस्था, अर्थशास्त्र एवं पर्यावरण आदि संबंधी बहुविकल्पीय प्रश्न होंगे। प्रतिदिन आधार पर - मुख्य परीक्षा - TLP - 3 प्रश्न मुख्य परीक्षा संबंधी GS1, GS2, GS3 को कवर करते हुए पोस्ट किया जाएगा। इन 3 प्रश्नों में से 2 स्टेटिक भाग से और 1 करंट अफेयर्स से होंगे। GS 4 (नीतिशास्त्र) और निबंध पर विशेष जोर - प्रत्येक सप्ताह (शुक्रवार को) 3 प्रश्न पोस्ट किए जाएंगे। इसमें 2 नैतिकता सिद्धांत एवं 1 प्रश्न केस स्टडी पर आधारित होंगे। प्रत्येक शनिवार को 4 निबंध दिए जाएंगे (इसमें 2 सामान्य थीम आधारित और 2 दार्शनिक विषय पर आधारित होंगे) हिंदी माध्यम में प्रश्न शाम 5 बजे (5 PM) अपलोड किए जाएंगे। पहल के बारे में अधिक जानने के लिए -> CLICK HERE SCHEDULE/DETAILED PLAN – > CLICK HERE Do remember that, “the difference between Ordinary and  EXTRA-Ordinary is PRACTICE!!” IASbaba's Daily Static Quiz - ECONOMY Q.1) निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें: भारतीय रूपए मूल्यवर्ग बाह्य वाणिज्यिक उधार (INR denominated ECB) को बढ़ाने वाली किसी भी इकाई को INR ECB से उत्पन्न होने वाली देयता (liability) को विदेशी मुद्रा देयता में परिवर्तित करने की अनुमति है। बाह्य वाणिज्यिक उधार (ECB) के खाते पर लेनदेन भारतीय रिज़र्व बैंक अधिनियम, 1934 द्वारा नियंत्रित किया जाता है। ऊपर दिए गए कथनों में से कौन सा सही नहीं है / हैं? केवल 1 केवल 2  1 और 2 दोनों न तो 1 और न ही 2 Q.2) निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें: मर्चेंडाइज़ व्यापार घाटा (Merchandise trade deficit) भारत के चालू खाते घाटे का सबसे बड़ा घटक है। किसी देश के व्यापार की शुद्ध शर्तें (Net terms of trade- NTT) आयात से निर्यात के यूनिट मूल्य सूचकांक (unit value index of export to that of import) का अनुपात है। ऊपर दिए गए कथनों में से कौन सा सही है / हैं? केवल 1 केवल 2  1 और 2 दोनों न तो 1 और न ही 2 Q.3) निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें कुल व्यापार के संदर्भ में, 2018-19 में भारत के साथ सबसे अधिक व्यापार करने वाला चीन है। 2018-19 में, भारत का यूएसए के साथ व्यापार अधिशेष है। ऊपर दिए गए कथनों में से कौन सा सही है / हैं? केवल 1 केवल 2  1 और 2 दोनों न तो 1 और न ही 2 Q.4) निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें: वास्तविक प्रभावी विनिमय दर (REER) में अभिमूल्यन (appreciation) से आयात में वृद्धि हो सकती है। मूल्य के संदर्भ में, पेट्रोलियम उत्पाद 2018-19 के दौरान भारत से सबसे अधिक निर्यात की जाने वाली वस्तु थी। ऊपर दिए गए कथनों में से कौन सा सही नहीं है / हैं? केवल 1 केवल 2  1 और 2 दोनों न तो 1 और न ही 2 Q.5) निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें: 2018-19 में, भारत को चीन सबसे बड़ा निर्यातक है। सॉफ्टवेयर सेवाएं भारत द्वारा सेवा निर्यात का सबसे बड़ा हिस्सा हैं। ऊपर दिए गए कथनों में से कौन सा सही है / हैं? केवल 1 केवल 2  1 और 2 दोनों न तो 1 और न ही 2 Q.6) निम्नलिखित में से कौन सी वस्तु किसी देश के भुगतान संतुलन (BoP) में चालू खाते (Current Account) का हिस्सा नहीं है? सेवाओं का निर्यात माल का आयात बाह्य वाणिज्यिक उधार (ECB) प्रेषण (Remittances) Q.7) मुद्रा के मूल्यह्रास (depreciation) के संदर्भ में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें यह अन्य मुद्राओं के संबंध में घरेलू मुद्रा के मूल्य में गिरावट है यह सरकारी हस्तक्षेप से जानबूझकर किया जाता है। उपरोक्त कथनों में से कौन सा सही है / हैं? केवल 1 केवल 2  1 और 2 दोनों न तो 1 और न ही 2 Q.8) मुक्त व्यापार समझौते (FTA) के संदर्भ में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें: एफटीए में, भागीदार देशों के बीच पर्याप्त द्विपक्षीय व्यापार को कवर करने वाली वस्तुओं पर टैरिफ को समाप्त कर दिया गया है। एफटीए में एक सकारात्मक सूची (positive list) होती है जिस पर शुल्क बढ़ाया जा सकता है। उपरोक्त में से कौन सा कथन सही नहीं है / हैं? केवल 1 केवल 2  1 और 2 दोनों न तो 1 और न ही 2 Q.9) क्रय शक्ति समानता (PPP) के बारे में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें: यह विभिन्न मुद्राओं के सापेक्ष मूल्य को निर्धारित करने के लिए उपयोग की जाने वाली तकनीक है। यह अवधारणा इस धारणा पर काम करती है कि बाजार एक मूल्य के कानून (law of one price) पर काम करते हैं। यह एक लोकप्रिय तरीका है जिसका उपयोग IMF और विश्व बैंक द्वारा विभिन्न अर्थव्यवस्थाओं में लोगों के जीवन स्तर का अध्ययन करने के लिए किया जाता है। निम्नलिखित में से कौन सा सही है / हैं? केवल 1 और 2 केवल 1 और 3 केवल 3 1, 2 और 3 Q.10) भुगतान संतुलन (BoP) के संदर्भ में, अदृश्य संतुलन (Invisible balance) में निम्नलिखित में से कौन सा है? यह पूंजीगत वस्तुओं के आयात को संदर्भित करता है। यह उन सेवाओं और अन्य उत्पादों को संदर्भित करता है जिनके परिणामस्वरूप भौतिक वस्तु का हस्तांतरण नहीं होता है। यह आयातकों द्वारा भुगतान किए गए ब्याज को संदर्भित करता है यदि उन्होंने आयात के लिए पैसा उधार लिया है। यह पट्टे पर देश में आयात किए गए माल की मात्रा को संदर्भित करता है। IASbaba's Daily Current Affairs Quiz Q.1) ‘एजेंडा फॉर एक्शन 2020’ (Agenda for Action 2020) का संबंध भारत और किससे है? अफ्रीकी संघ बिम्सटेक जी -20 यूरोपीय संघ Q.2) राष्ट्रीय हरित न्यायाधिकरण (NGT) के संबंध में, निम्नलिखित पर विचार करें: न्यायाधिकरण सिविल प्रक्रिया संहिता, 1908 के तहत निर्धारित प्रक्रिया से बाध्य है न्यायाधिकरण में मूल और साथ ही, अपीलीय क्षेत्राधिकार है न्यायाधिकरण कई अधिनियमों जैसे वन अधिकार अधिनियम, जैविक विविधता अधिनियम, पर्यावरण (संरक्षण) अधिनियम, जल और वायु (प्रदूषण की रोकथाम और नियंत्रण) अधिनियमों के लिए मामलों की सुनवाई करने में सक्षम है ऊपर दिए गए कथनों में से कौन सा सही है / हैं? केवल 2  केवल 1 और 2 केवल 2 और 3 1, 2 और 3 Q.3) यूरोपीय संघ (EU) के निर्माण के लिए निम्नलिखित में से कौन सी संधि है? मास्ट्रिच संधि मारकेश संधि ब्रसेल्स संधि बेसल सम्मेलन Q.4) ठोस अपशिष्ट प्रबंधन नियम, 2016 (SWM Rules, 2016) के बारे में, नीचे दिए गए कौन से कथन सही हैं / हैं? अपशिष्ट उत्पादक (Waste generators) को संग्रहक (collector) को सौंपने से पहले अपशिष्ट को छह भागों में अलग करना होगा। इसने भारत भर के स्थानीय निकायों को थोक उत्पादक (bulk generators) से संग्रह, निपटान और प्रसंस्करण के लिए उपयोगकर्ता शुल्क तय करने की शक्तियां दी हैं। सही उत्तर चुनें: केवल 1 केवल 2  1 और 2 दोनों न तो 1 और न ही 2 Q.5) अक्सर समाचारों में देखी जाने वाली नाइन-डैश लाइन (Nine-dash line) निम्नलिखित में से किस से संबंधित है? उत्तर कोरिया और दक्षिण कोरिया की सीमा इज़राइल-फिलिस्तीन संघर्ष दक्षिण चीन सागर भारत-चीन वास्तविक नियंत्रण रेखा (LAC) स्टैंड-ऑफ उत्तर डाउनलोड करने के लिए नीचे क्लिक करें  - Click Here

Daily Prelims CA Quiz

UPSC Quiz - 2020 : IASbaba's Daily Current Affairs Quiz [Day 32]

For Previous Daily Quiz (ARCHIVES) - CLICK HERE The Current Affairs questions are based on sources like ‘The Hindu’, ‘Indian Express’ and ‘PIB’, which are very important sources for UPSC Prelims Exam. The questions are focused on both the concepts and facts. The topics covered here are generally different from what is being covered under ‘Daily Current Affairs/Daily News Analysis (DNA) and Daily Static Quiz’ to avoid duplication. The questions would be published from Monday to Saturday before 2 PM. One should not spend more than 10 minutes on this initiative. This is a part of our recently launched, NEW INITIATIVE IASbaba’s INTEGRATED REVISION PLAN (IRP) 2020 – Road Map for the next 100 Days! FREE INITIATIVE! We will make sure, in the next 4 months not a single day is wasted. All your energies are channelized in the right direction. Trust us! This will make a huge difference in your results this time, provided that you follow this plan sincerely every day without fail. Gear up and Make the Best Use of this initiative. Do remember that, “the difference between Ordinary and  EXTRA-Ordinary is PRACTICE!!” To Know More about the Initiative -> CLICK HERE SCHEDULE/DETAILED PLAN – > CLICK HERE Important Note: Don't forget to post your marks in the comment section. Also, let us know if you enjoyed today's test :)  After completing the 5 questions, click on 'View Questions' to check your score, time taken and solutions. To take the Test - Click Here

Daily Static Quiz

UPSC Static Quiz - 2020 : IASbaba's Daily Static Quiz - ECONOMY [Day 32]

For Previous Static Quiz (ARCHIVES) - CLICK HERE DAILY STATIC QUIZ will cover all the topics of Static/Core subjects – Polity, History, Geography, Economics, Environment and Science and technology. This is a part of our recently launched, NEW INITIATIVE IASbaba’s INTEGRATED REVISION PLAN (IRP) 2020 – Road Map for the next 100 Days! FREE INITIATIVE! We will make sure, in the next 4 months not a single day is wasted. All your energies are channelized in the right direction. Trust us! This will make a huge difference in your results this time, provided that you follow this plan sincerely every day without fail. Gear up and Make the Best Use of this initiative. Do remember that, “the difference between Ordinary and  EXTRA-Ordinary is PRACTICE!!” To Know More about the Initiative -> CLICK HERE SCHEDULE/DETAILED PLAN – > CLICK HERE Important Note After completing the 10 questions, click on 'View Questions' to check your score, time taken and solutions. Don't forget to post your marks in the comment section. Also, let us know if you enjoyed today's test :)  To Take the Test - Click Here

TLP Mains 2020

IASbaba’s TLP (Phase 2 - ENGLISH & हिंदी): UPSC Mains Answer Writing - General Studies Paper 3 Questions[16th July,2020] - Day 32

For Previous TLP (ARCHIVES) - CLICK HERE Hello Friends, Welcome toIASbaba’s TLP (Phase 2- ENGLISH & हिंदी): UPSC Mains Answer Writing - General Studies  3 Questions[16th July, 2020] - Day 32 This is a part of our recently launched, NEW INITIATIVE IASbaba’s INTEGRATED REVISION PLAN (IRP) 2020 – Road Map for the next 100 Days! FREE INITIATIVE! We will make sure, in the next 4 months not a single day is wasted. All your energies are channelized in the right direction. Trust us! This will make a huge difference in your results this time, provided that you follow this plan sincerely every day without fail. Gear up and Make the Best Use of this initiative. We are giving 3 Mains Questions on Daily basis (unlike our regular TLP which has 5 questions) so that every student can actively participate and keep your preparation focused. Do remember that, “the difference between Ordinary and  EXTRA-Ordinary is PRACTICE!!” To Know More about the Initiative -> CLICK HERE SCHEDULE/DETAILED PLAN – > CLICK HERE   Note: Click on Each Question (Link), it will open in a new tab and then Answer respective questions! 1. With the help of suitable examples, explain the concepts of backward and forward integration in the food processing industry.   उपयुक्त उदाहरणों की मदद से, खाद्य प्रसंस्करण उद्योग में अग्रिम और पश्चवर्ती एकीकरण की अवधारणाओं की व्याख्या करें। 2. Examine the strength, potential and challenges of the organic food sector in India.   भारत में जैविक खाद्य क्षेत्र की ताकत, क्षमता और चुनौतियों की जांच करें। 3. What role do progressive land laws play in the ease of doing business? Explain. What recent measures have been taken by the government in the area of land reforms. Examine.  व्यवसाय करने में आसानी के लिए प्रगतिशील भूमि कानून क्या भूमिका निभाते हैं? समझाएं। भूमि सुधार के क्षेत्र में सरकार द्वारा हाल ही में क्या उपाय किए गए हैं। जांच करें। P.S: The review from IASbaba will happen from the time the question is posted till 10 pm everyday. We would also encourage peer reviews. So friends get actively involved and start reviewing each others answers. This will keep the entire community motivated. All the Best :)

DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS IAS | UPSC Prelims and Mains Exam – 15th JULY 2020

IAS UPSC Prelims and Mains Exam – 15th July 2020 Archives (PRELIMS + MAINS FOCUS) NGT on Brahmapuram fiasco Part of: GS Prelims and Mains II and III – Statutory bodies; Environment issues; Pollution  In news:  National Green Tribunal (NGT) bench held that the Chairman and Member Secretary of the Kerala State Pollution Control Board (KSPCB) will be held liable if they fail to initiate prosecution and recover compensation from those responsible for the unscientific handling of waste at the dumping site of the Kochi Corporation at Brahmapuram.  NGT bench observed that the progress (remediation) appeared to be very slow and was disregardful of the statutory and constitutional obligation of providing a clean environment.  Important Value Additions:  Key points to remember:  Non-compliance with Solid Waste Management Rules, 2016 (SWM Rules, 2016)  Unscientific handling of waste at the dumping site resulting in environment pollution and impacting public health  Role of State Pollution Control Board (SPCB)   Role of State Level Monitoring Committee on solid waste management  Role of National Green Tribunal (NGT)  Do you know?  To protect and improve the environment is a constitutional mandate.   It is a commitment for a country wedded to the ideas of a welfare State.   Indian Constitution contains specific provisions for environment protection under DPSPs and FDs.  Article 48A (DPSP): 'Protection and improvement of environment and safeguarding of forests and wildlife. The State shall endeavour to protect and improve the environment and to safeguard the forests and wildlife of the country'.  Article 51-A (g) FD: “It shall be duty of every citizen of India to protect and improve the natural environment including forests, lakes, rivers and wild life and to have compassion for living creatures.”  Article 21 FR: Right to wholesome environment is a part of right to life and personal liberty guaranteed under Article 21 of the Constitution.  “The State is under constitutional obligation to ensure clean environment to all its citizens. In cases of pertaining to environmental matter, the State has to act as facilitator and not as obstructionist.”  About National Green Tribunal  National Green Tribunal Act, 2010 provides for establishment of NGT for the effective and expeditious disposal of cases relating to environment protection and conservation of forests and other natural resources.  NGT to also deal with enforcement of any legal right relating to environment and giving relief and compensation for damages to persons and property.  The NGT Act envisages establishment of NGT in order to deal with all environmental laws relating to air and water pollution, the Environment Protection Act, the Forest Conservation Act and the Biodiversity Act as have been set out in Schedule I of the NGT Act.  NOTE: Wildlife Protection comes under the ambit of Green bench of Supreme Court and not under NGT.  15th India- European Union (virtual) summit  Part of: GS Prelims and Mains II – India and EU ties; International Relations  In News:  India- European Union (EU) to hold virtual summit  Focus areas:  India and EU to restart free trade agreement (FTA) negotiations - Bilateral Trade and Investment Agreement (BTIA)  To conclude several agreements including - a roadmap for cooperation, an agreement on research sharing for civil nuclear cooperation and launch a maritime security dialogue as well as negotiations between Europol and the CBI.  Medical developments on vaccines and treatment.  Do you know?  EU is India’s largest trading partner and investor, and accounts for 11% of India’s global trade.  EU had welcomed India’s election to the UN Security Council next year.  EU has reservations about the model “Bilateral Investment Treaty” (BIT) that India has proposed, especially on dispute mechanisms in Indian courts.  Bilateral Trade and Investment Agreement is a Free Trade Agreement between India and EU, which was initiated in 2007. THINK!  Significance of EU to India  China-Iran ties  Part of: GS Mains II – International Relations   About:  Iran and China are taking their partnership to a new level through a $400-billion long-term agreement.  Both the countries are in an advanced stage of finalising the agreement that would allow China to expand its presence in banking, telecommunications, ports, railways and several other sectors in the Islamic Republic in return for heavily discounted oil for 25 years.  The above agreement if finalized could be an economic lifeline for sanctions-hit Iran and China could enhance its strategic influence in a region where the U.S. has built a strong presence since the Second World War.  The agreement could also attract punitive measures from the U.S. against China.  Converging areas:  Both countries are at odds with the U.S.  While China is a huge energy market and is abundant with surplus cash, Iran is a sanctions-hit, cash-strapped energy exporter.  Iran has a very crucial place in China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI).  China and Iran would launch joint training exercises, joint research and weapons development and intelligence sharing.  China will also offer its GPS to Iran, build infrastructure for 5G rollout and develop free trade zones.  U.S. rejects Beijing’s claims in S. China Sea Part of: GS Prelims and Mains II – International Affairs    In news:  United States said China's claims to offshore resources across most of the South China Sea are completely unlawful.  South China Sea has rich source of valuable oil and gas deposits and is a vital waterway for the world’s commerce.  US also said that it would stand with the international community in defence of freedom of the seas and respect for sovereignty and reject any claims in South China Sea.  Do you know?  China claims most of the South China Sea through a so-called nine-dash line, a vague delineation based on maps from the 1940s.  US rejected claims of China in the waters surrounding Vanguard Bank off Vietnam, Lucania Shoals off Malaysia, waters considered in Brunei’s exclusive economic zone and Natuna Besar off Indonesia.   US also rejected China’s southernmost claim of Malaysian-administered James Shoal, which is 1,800 km (1,150 miles) from the Chinese mainland.  Britain bans Huawei from future role in 5G network   Part of: GS Mains II – International Affairs  In news:  Britain imposed ban on Chinese telecommunications company Huawei, citing concerns that Huawei equipment could allow the Chinese government to infiltrate U.K. networks.  US has threatened to cut off security cooperation unless Britain dumped Huawei.  The decision would delay the 5G rollout and cost millions of pounds.  Spike-LR (long range) Anti-Tank Guided Missiles  Part of: GS Prelims – Defence  In news:  Indian Army is set to place repeat order for Spike-LR (long range) Anti-Tank Guided Missiles from Israel.  Earlier, Army had decided to place repeat order for 72,400 Sig Sauer assault rifles from the U.S.  Turkey converts Hagia Sophia museum into a mosque  Part of: GS Prelims and Mains I and II – International Affairs; World History; Culture  In news:  Recently, Turkey’s highest court allowed for the conversion of the nearly 1,500 year-old Hagia Sophia from a museum into a mosque.   The centuries-old structure, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site, was originally a cathedral in the Byzantine empire before it was turned into a mosque in 1453, when Constantinople fell to Sultan Mehmet II’s Ottoman forces.   In the 1930s, however, Mustafa Kemal Ataturk, the founder of the Republic of Turkey, shut down the mosque and turned it into a museum in an attempt to make the country more secular.  The change in status of the Hagia Sophia comes after repeated warnings from the international community, including UNESCO, to ensure that Turkey did not proceed with these plans.  History: Hagia Sophia  The construction of this iconic structure in Istanbul started in 532 AD during the reign of Justinian I, the ruler of the Byzantine Empire, when the city was known as Constantinople. The structure was originally built to become the seat of the Patriarch of the Eastern Orthodox Church and remained so for approximately 900 years.  In 1453, when Constantinople fell to Sultan Mehmet II’s Ottoman forces, the Hagia Sophia was ransacked by the invading forces and turned into a mosque shortly after. The structure of the monument was then subjected to several interior and exterior changes where Orthodox symbols were removed or plastered upon and minarets were added to the exterior of the structure. For a long time, the Hagia Sophia was Istanbul’s most important mosque.  In 1934, Atartuk ordered that the Hagia Sophia be converted into a museum. It opened to the public in 1935.  (MAINS FOCUS) INTERNATIONAL/ ECONOMY  Topic: General Studies 2 and 3: India and its neighborhood- relations. Effect of policies and politics of developed and developing countries on India’s interests. Lost opportunity: On India losing Chabahar project  Context:  Iran decided to proceed with the Chabahar port rail project by itself citing funding delays from India side in beginning and funding the project Do You Know?  Chabahar port is located on the Gulf of Oman and is only 72 km away from the Gwadar port in Pakistan which has been developed by China.  The distance between Kandla and the Chabahar port is less than the distance between New Delhi and Mumbai.  The Chabahar port, signed in 2003, has been jointly developed by India, Iran, and Afghanistan.  The government sent exports to Afghanistan in 2018, and has moved over half-a-million tonnes of cargo, including grains and food supplies, for Afghanistan again, through the port  Significance of Chabahar Port  It gives a boost to India’s bilateral ties with Iran which is a major oil supplier for India.  It will give India access to Afghanistan, Russia and Europe, thus circumventing Pakistan  The port and the rail project (Chabahar to Zahedan to Zarang near Afghanistan border) will enhance connectivity, energy supplies and trade  The port is also a key link in the International North South Transport Corridor (INSTC), a multi-modal network of ships, rail and road routes to move freight between India to Russia via Iran.  It will facilitate India’s role in Afghanistan’s development through infrastructure and education projects.  Why the recent move by Iran is considered as setback for India?  India and Iran had agreed to construct 628km rail line from Chabahar port to Zahedan, which will be extended to Zaranj across the border in Afghanistan.  This rail line was considered by India as an alternate trade route to Afghanistan & Central Asia.  The state-owned Indian Railways Construction Ltd. (IRCON) had signed a MoU with the Iranian Rail Ministry in 2016 and promised to provide all services, superstructure work and financing (around USD 1.6 billion).  Iran’s latest action comes in the backdrop of Iran finalising a 25-year strategic partnership deal with China worth $400 billion, negotiated in secrecy.  Reasons for Iran’s actions  Delay in Indian funding due to fear of US Sanctions: Despite several site visits by IRCON engineers and preparations by Iranian railways, India never began the work, worrying that it could attract sanctions by the USA.  Hiccups in bilateral relations: India has already zeroed out its oil imports from Iran due to USA sanctions. Bilateral ties with Iran took a hit in February 2020 after the riots in Delhi drew condemnation from Iranian  Difficulties in logistics procurement: The USA had provided a sanctions waiver for the Chabahar port and the rail line but it was difficult to find equipment suppliers and partners due to worries of being targeted by the USA  Better Deal with China: The $400 billion deal includes Chinese involvement in Chabahar’s duty-free zone, an oil refinery nearby and possibly a larger role in Chabahar port.  Growing Iran-China relationship: Iran proposed a tie-up between the Chinese-run Pakistani port at Gwadar and Chabahar in 2019 and offered interests to China in the Bandar-e-Jask port 350 km away from Chabahar, as well as in the Chabahar duty-free zone.  Conclusion  In a world where connectivity is seen as the new currency, India’s loss could well become China’s gain.   Connecting the dots  String of Pearls Theory  Belt & Road Initiative of China  GOVERNANCE/ECONOMY Topic: General Studies 2 and 3: Economics of animal-rearing. Government policies and issues arising out of their design and implementation. Dairy Cooperatives: A model for realisation of Atmanirbhar Bharat Context: The Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan aimed at making India self-reliant in the post-Covid-19 economic reconstruction.  Self-reliance is thought to be achieved by giving thrust on two themes: ‘vocal for local’ and ‘local to global’.  Did You Know?  India has been the largest milk producer country of the world for the last 22 years.   Currently, milk production of India stands at around 188 million metric tonnes (MMT)—in 2018-19, which is around 21% of world milk production.  Significance of Milk Sector  Contributes to around 4.5% of national GDP  It is primary source of income for about 100 million rural households—mostly landless, small or marginal farmers.  Of the total value of the agricultural economy, around 28% (Rs 8 lakh crore, or $110 billion) is contributed by dairying.   Milk production in India has been growing at a CAGR of 4.5% over the past 20 years, compared to less than 2% CAGR of the world. This high growth has enabled India to absorb the growing population especially in rural areas  Milk Sector & Self-reliance  Self-sufficiency in milk production was achieved decades ago.  During the early 1970s, milk production of India was just one-third that of the US and one-eighth of Europe  At present, India’s milk production is double that of the US and 25% more than Europe’s.  How was this self-reliance achieved?  During the 1970s, most dairy farmers did not receive remunerative returns due to the long chain of middlemen and lack of access to organised markets.   The scenario changed after the adoption of a three-tier cooperative model, popularly referred to as the Amul model with the three-phase implementations of Operation Flood  This not only led to India becoming the largest producer of milk but also largest consumer of milk globally  India’s per capita milk availability is around 400 gm per day per person, which is higher than global average of less than 300 gm per day per person.  What needs to be done to sustain India’s self-sufficiency in milk production?  Supporting Private investments Indian dairy cooperatives and private players could create additional milk processing capacity of 4.5-4.8 crore litre per day in the next decade.   To facilitate this growth, a financial package for dairy and fisheries was announced by Union government during lockdown.  This includes the creation of the Animal Husbandry Infrastructure Development Fund (AHIDF) worth Rs 15,000 crore to support private investment in dairy processing, value addition and cattle feed infrastructure.   The proposed fund should be channelised through the National Dairy Development Board (NDDB).  Extension of the KisanCredit Card scheme to dairy farmers The government that has announced this extension should implement it effectively at ground level  This will ensure cash flow and meet the working capital requirement of small farmers.  Holistic Approach A holistic approach is needed to bring unorganised farmers into the fold of the organised sector.   This desires convergence across policies, strengthening Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs), common service centres (CSCs), business correspondents (BCs) commodity exchanges and digital markets.   The thrust should be on ensuring that dairy farmers get a reasonable share of the earnings that the private players receive through value addition.   The dairy sector also needs to have its adequate share in the proposed creation of 10,000 farmer producer organisations (FPOs) as part of national policy so that gglomerating FPOs can come up for better convergence.  Protecting Dairy Farmers from foreign players Allowing cheaper import from milk-surplus economically-developed countries would hit Indian dairy farmers hard.  India withdrew from the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) negotiations citing apprehensions about cheaper dairy imports impacting the domestic dairy sector.  Connecting the dots  RCEP  97th Constitutional Amendment Act  (TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE) Model questions: (You can now post your answers in comment section) Note:  Correct answers of today’s questions will be provided in next day’s DNA section. Kindly refer to it and update your answers.  Comments Up-voted by IASbaba are also the “correct answers”. Q.1) Which among the below given articles provide that the State shall endeavour to protect and improve the environment and to safeguard the forests and wildlife of the country? Article 48A  Article 49A  Article 51-A (g)  Article 50   Q.2) Bilateral Trade and Investment Agreement (BTIA) is associated with -   India and China  India and European Union India and US  India and Russia  Q.3) Consider the following definitions related to different trade agreements: PTAs are arrangements between two or more countries that primarily agree to reduce or eliminate customs tariff and non tariff barriers on substantial trade between them.  Custom union is the arrangement in which partner countries may decide to trade at zero duty among themselves; however they maintain common tariffs against rest of the world.  Economic Union is a common market extended through harmonization of fiscal/monetary policies and shared executive, judicial & legislative institutions.  Which of the statements is/are correct?  1 only 1 and 2 only  2 and 3 only  1, 2 and 3  Q.4) Consider the following statements about UN Convention on the Law of the Sea  United States is not part of this convention.   International Seabed Authority (ISA) is established under this convention.  Choose the appropriate option from code given below:  1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.5) Consider the following statements with reference to Hagia Sophia It is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site  The construction of this iconic structure started during the Byzantine empire  Choose the appropriate option from code given below:  1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 ANSWERS FOR 14th July 2020 TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE (TYK) 1  B 2  A  3  D  4  B  5  A  Must Read About Chana’s India Policy dilemma The Hindu About listening to Scientists for better management of Pandemic The Hindu About Google’s investment plan for India The Indian Express

[Day 31] INTEGRATED REVISION PLAN(IRP – हिंदी & ENGLISH) 2020 – PRELIMS & MAINS – [15th July, 2020]

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For Previous IRP (Hindi & English ARCHIVES) - CLICK HERE   हाल ही में UPSC द्वारा COVID-19 को देखते हुए प्रारंभिक परीक्षा-2020 के लिए नई तिथि 4 अक्टूबर, 2020 की घोषणा की गयी है। ऐसे में इन 100 दिनों का सदुपयोग सही दिशा में करना अति महत्त्वपूर्ण हो गया है। इसको देखते हुए IASBABA टीम द्वारा इष्टतम लाभ प्राप्त करने के लिए 10 जून 2020 से इंटीग्रेटेड रिवीज़न प्लान-2020 लांच किया गया है, जिससे एक बार पुनः परीक्षा से संबंधित संपूर्ण पाठ्यक्रम का समुचित रिवीज़न किया जा सके।   इंटीग्रेटेड रिवीज़न प्लान (IRP) 2020 के महत्वपूर्ण तथ्य: IRP 2020 एक निःशुल्क पहल है, जिसे आपको अगले 100 दिनों के लिए केंद्रित रखने के लिए डिज़ाइन किया गया है! कार्यक्रम 10 जून 2020 से आरंभ होगा। यह सप्ताह में 6 दिन चलेगा। रविवार को अवकाश होगा - आप इस समय का उपयोग रिवीज़न और वैकल्पिक विषय के लिए कर सकते हैं। इसमें आपकी प्रारंभिक परीक्षा और मुख्य परीक्षा दोनों की तैयारी शामिल हैं। प्रतिदिन आधार पर - प्रारंभिक परीक्षा - 5 करंट अफेयर्स संबंधी बहुविकल्पीय प्रश्न, 10 स्टेटिक भाग जैसे इतिहास, भूगोल, राजव्यवस्था, अर्थशास्त्र एवं पर्यावरण आदि संबंधी बहुविकल्पीय प्रश्न होंगे। प्रतिदिन आधार पर - मुख्य परीक्षा - TLP - 3 प्रश्न मुख्य परीक्षा संबंधी GS1, GS2, GS3 को कवर करते हुए पोस्ट किया जाएगा। इन 3 प्रश्नों में से 2 स्टेटिक भाग से और 1 करंट अफेयर्स से होंगे। GS 4 (नीतिशास्त्र) और निबंध पर विशेष जोर - प्रत्येक सप्ताह (शुक्रवार को) 3 प्रश्न पोस्ट किए जाएंगे। इसमें 2 नैतिकता सिद्धांत एवं 1 प्रश्न केस स्टडी पर आधारित होंगे। प्रत्येक शनिवार को 4 निबंध दिए जाएंगे (इसमें 2 सामान्य थीम आधारित और 2 दार्शनिक विषय पर आधारित होंगे) हिंदी माध्यम में प्रश्न शाम 5 बजे (5 PM) अपलोड किए जाएंगे। पहल के बारे में अधिक जानने के लिए -> CLICK HERE SCHEDULE/DETAILED PLAN – > CLICK HERE Do remember that, “the difference between Ordinary and  EXTRA-Ordinary is PRACTICE!!” IASbaba's Daily Static Quiz - ECONOMY Q.1) निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें: मुद्रास्फीति सूचकांकित बांड (IIB) वे बांड हैं, जिनमें से प्रमुख को मुद्रास्फीति से निवेशकों की मूल राशि की रक्षा करने के लिए मुद्रास्फीति के स्वीकृत सूचकांक से जोड़ा जाता है। कैपिटल इंडेक्स बॉन्ड्स ऐसे बॉन्ड होते हैं जिनमें कूपन प्रवाह (coupon flows) और मूल राशि (Principal amounts) दोनों को मुद्रास्फीति से बचाया जाता है ऊपर दिए गए कथनों में से कौन सा सही नहीं है / हैं? केवल 1 केवल 2  1 और 2 दोनों न तो 1 और न ही 2 Q.2) निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें: एक भारतीय डिपॉजिटरी प्राप्तियां (IDR) भारतीय रुपए में दर्शाया गया एक साधन (instrument) है। IDR को देश भर में राष्ट्रव्यापी टर्मिनल रखने वाले कम से कम एक स्टॉक एक्सचेंज में सूचीबद्ध करने की आवश्यकता है। ऊपर दिए गए कथनों में से कौन सा सही है / हैं? केवल 1 केवल 2  1 और 2 दोनों न तो 1 और न ही 2 Q.3) निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें डेरिवेटिव (Derivatives) का कोई स्वतंत्र मूल्य नहीं होता है। विकल्प अनुबंध (Options Contract) का अर्थ, भविष्य की तारीख पर अंतर्निहित प्रतिभूति को खरीदने या बेचने का कानूनी रूप से बाध्यकारी समझौता है। ऊपर दिए गए कथनों में से कौन सा सही है / हैं? केवल 1 केवल 2  1 और 2 दोनों न तो 1 और न ही 2 Q.4) इक्विटी डेरिवेटिव बाजार (equity derivatives market) में विभिन्न सदस्यता श्रेणियों के बारे में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें: स्व-समाशोधन सदस्य (Self-Clearing Members -SCM) को अपने स्वयं के ट्रेडों के साथ-साथ अन्य गैर-समाशोधन सदस्यों के ट्रेडों का निपटान करने की अनुमति होती है। एक ट्रेडिंग सदस्य डेरिवेटिव एक्सचेंज का एक सदस्य होता है और अपनी ओर से व्यापार कर सकता है, लेकिन दूसरों की ओर से व्यापार नहीं कर सकता है। ऊपर दिए गए कथनों में से कौन सा सही नहीं है / हैं? केवल 1 केवल 2  1 और 2 दोनों न तो 1 और न ही 2 Q.5) निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें: योग्य विदेशी निवेशक (QFI) में विदेशी संस्थागत निवेशक (FII) शामिल नहीं हैं मुद्रा वायदा अनुबंध (Currency future contracts) निवेशकों को विदेशी मुद्रा जोखिम के खिलाफ बचाव करने की अनुमति देते हैं। ऊपर दिए गए कथनों में से कौन सा सही है / हैं? केवल 1 केवल 2  1 और 2 दोनों न तो 1 और न ही 2 Q.6) निम्नलिखित में से कौन सा मुद्रा बाज़ार साधन (Money Market instrument) है / हैं? ट्रेज़री बिल  एक कंपनी के शेयर जमा प्रमाणपत्र (Certificate of Deposit) वाणिज्यिक पत्र (Commercial Papers) नीचे दिए गए कूट का उपयोग करके सही उत्तर चुनें। केवल 1 और 3 केवल 1, 3 और 4 केवल 2 और 4 1, 2, 3 और 4 Q.7) प्रत्यक्ष विदेशी निवेश (FDI) के संदर्भ में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें: एफडीआई प्रवाह अधिक अस्थिर है तथा पूंजी रातोंरात देश छोड़ सकती है। एफडीआई, ऋण वित्तपोषण (debt financing) पर वरीयता प्राप्त है क्योंकि यह ब्याज दायित्वों का निर्माण नहीं करता है। निम्नलिखित में से कौन सा कथन सही है / हैं? केवल 1 केवल 2  1 और 2 दोनों न तो 1 और न ही 2 Q.8) विदेशी पोर्टफोलियो निवेश (FPI) के बारे में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें। एफपीआई में रिटर्न लाभांश (dividends) और ब्याज भुगतान के रूप में होते है। एफपीआई एक विदेशी फर्म द्वारा प्रतिभूतियों और अन्य वित्तीय संपत्तियों की निष्क्रिय होल्डिंग है। निम्नलिखित में से कौन सा कथन सही नहीं है / हैं? केवल 1 केवल 2  1 और 2 दोनों न तो 1 और न ही 2 Q.9) वेंचर कैपिटलिस्ट (VCs) के संदर्भ में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें। वे निवेशकों के एक पूल से एकत्रित धन का निवेश करते हैं। वे व्यवसाय आरंभ करने के लिए प्रारंभिक पूँजी (seed capital) प्रदान करते हैं। वेंचर कैपिटलिस्ट द्वारा निवेश या तो ऋण या इक्विटी के रूप में हो सकता है। निम्नलिखित में से कौन सा कथन सही है / हैं? केवल 1 और 2 केवल 3 केवल 1 और 3 1, 2 और 3 Q.10) निम्नलिखित में से कौन एक तेजड़िया बाजार (bull market) की विशेषताएँ हैं? एक तेजड़िया बाजार (bull market) में, प्रतिभूतियों की कमजोर मांग और मजबूत आपूर्ति होती है। शेयरों की कीमतें बढ़ेंगी क्योंकि निवेशक उपलब्ध इक्विटी प्राप्त करने के लिए प्रतिस्पर्धा करते हैं। ऊपर दिए गए कथनों में से कौन सा सही है / हैं? केवल 1 केवल 2  1 और 2 दोनों न तो 1 और न ही 2 IASbaba's Daily Current Affairs Quiz Q.1) निम्नलिखित युग्मों पर विचार करें: (समाचारों में स्थान):: (संबद्ध क्षेत्र) मोंट ब्लांक: पूर्वी यूरोप ज़ाहेदान:: पश्चिम एशिया डेलाराम:: दक्षिण एशिया ऊपर दी गई कौन सी जोड़ी सही है / हैं? 1 और 2 2 और 3 केवल 2  1, 2 और 3 Q.2) भारतमाला परियोजना के बारे में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें यह भारत सरकार की एक केंद्र प्रायोजित और वित्त पोषित सड़क और राजमार्ग परियोजना है। यह सागरमाला परियोजना, देश के लॉजिस्टिक (रसद) क्षेत्र के प्रदर्शन को बढ़ाने के लिए अम्ब्रेला कार्यक्रम का घटक है। सही कथनों का चयन करें केवल 1 केवल 2  1 और 2 दोनों न तो 1 और न ही 2 Q.3) निम्नलिखित में से कौन धर्म की स्वतंत्रता के तहत प्रावधानों का गठन करता है? अल्पसंख्यकों को सांस्कृतिक और शैक्षणिक संस्थानों की स्थापना और प्रशासन का अधिकार। धार्मिक मामलों का प्रबंधन करने की स्वतंत्रता किसी भी धर्म के प्रचार के लिए करों के भुगतान से स्वतंत्रता धार्मिक अल्पसंख्यकों की भाषा, लिपि और संस्कृति का संरक्षण सही उत्तर चुनें: 2 और 3 2 और 4 1, 2 और 3 2, 3 और 4 Q.4) "शेबैत" (Shebait) शब्द अक्सर समाचारों में रहता है। यह किसके साथ संबद्ध है - केरल में श्री पद्मनाभस्वामी मंदिर के प्रशासन की देखरेख करने वाले त्रावणकोर के शाही परिवार का नाम। हिंदू मंदिरों में पूजा करने वाले पुजारी। संस्कृत पाठ नाट्यशास्त्र में वर्णित प्रेम और रिश्तों के विषयों को दर्शाते हुए एकल प्रदर्शन। कोई भी व्यक्ति जिसके पास मंदिर या किसी अन्य भूमि या संपत्ति जैसी संपत्तियों का प्रबंधन करने का अधिकार है, जो देवता के साथ निहित है। Q.5) हाल ही में NEOWISE / C / 2020 F3 समाचारों में था, निम्नलिखित में से कौन इसका सही वर्णन करता है - यह एक क्षुद्रग्रह है जो जुलाई 2020 में पृथ्वी के समीप से गुज़रेगा  यह एक नया खोजा गया ग्रह है जिसमें बहुत अधिक तापमान होता है, जिस पर लोहा उबलता है यह DRDO द्वारा विकसित एक नया मानव रहित हवाई वाहन है यह एक प्रतिगामी धूमकेतु (retrograde comet) है जो 27 मार्च, 2020 को खोजे गए परवलयिक कक्षा के समीप (near-parabolic orbit) है   उत्तर डाउनलोड करने के लिए नीचे क्लिक करें  - Click Here