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Apr 21, 2020 RSTV Video

Oil Price War Implications – The Big Picture – RSTV IAS UPSC

Oil Price War Implications Archives TOPIC: General Studies 3: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization of resources, growth, development and employment Energy Security In News: Global oil consumption is in free-fall, heading for the biggest annual contraction in history, as more countries introduce unprecedented measures to fight the coronavirus pandemic. Travel bans, work-from-home policies, cancelled vacations and disrupted supply chains all mean reduced demand for fuel. As societies respond to the virus, oil demand — already hammered by China’s decision to shut down swaths of the economy — is falling further. Geopolitically, Leaders from Russia, Saudi Arabia and the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) announced a production cut of nearly 10 million barrels a day in hopes it would end an ongoing oil price war as oil consumption has plummeted worldwide amid the coronavirus pandemic. U.S. Energy Secretary Dan Brouillette in a tweet called it a "historic deal" that will end "a price war that has caused unprecedented uncertainty in global oil markets." President Donald Trump tweeted that the deal "will save hundreds of thousands of energy jobs in the United States." Reductions of 5m bpd are expected to come from other nations to help navigate the deepest oil crisis in decades. Oil has been “disproportionately hit” by the coronavirus outbreak Oil prices have been forced downward due to major influences from both the demand and supply sides. The economic impact of the coronavirus outbreak will be “extremely negative” for oil prices, given it is “impossible to shut down a vast amount of demand without large and persistent ramifications to supply.” Oil Price War: The market has had to contend with the twin shocks of the demand destruction caused by the coronavirus pandemic and the unexpected oil price war that erupted between producers Russia and Saudi Arabia (Click on the link under Must Read). The Pandemic: Demand for crude oil and petroleum fuels has fallen worldwide because of the coronavirus pandemic across the world. China, the globe’s largest oil importer and a major driver of global demand, had been the worst affected until now. A global downturn in demand from transportation, not least in air travel, has eroded demand further. Storage issue: The storage is also going to be an issue as there is small and limited spare capacity to contain it – contained within its production infrastructure, which for oil includes pipelines, ships, terminals, storage facilities, refineries, and distribution networks. Employment in the times of Corona: Many oil companies have rushed to cut spending and some producers have already begun putting employees on furlough. Global Policy: The demand shock has become so large and a balanced market would require a coordinated global production cut — a policy which appears impossible at this point, too late to stop the current surplus and far below other initiatives on the agenda right now Must Read: Oil Market meltdown Connecting the Dots: Carbon-based industries like oil today, sit in the cross-hairs as they have historically served as the cornerstone of social interactions and globalization, the prevention of which are the main defense against the virus. Critically comment. Will the coronavirus kill the oil industry and help save the climate? Discuss. What are the factors influencing the pricing of oil? Discuss.

Apr 21, 2020 IASbaba's Daily Current Affairs

Daily Current Affairs IAS | UPSC Prelims and Mains Exam – 21st April 2020

IAS UPSC Prelims and Mains Exam – 21st April 2020 Archives (PRELIMS + MAINS FOCUS) Reverse Repo Rate reduced by RBI Part of: GS Prelims and GS-III - Economy In News: RBI has reduced the reverse repo rate by 25 bps from 4 % to 3.75% recently. Key takeaways: Previously, the RBI used its repo rate as the main instrument to adjust the interest rates. Presently, it is making change to the reverse repo rate to set the benchmark. The idea is to discourage banks from keeping surplus funds with itself and from lending their funds to the RBI to make profits. This practice hurts the economy and starves the businesses that genuinely need funds. Important value additions: The repo rate is the rate at which the RBI lends money to the banks for short durations. The reverse repo rate is the rate at which banks lend their money to the RBI. When the economy is growing, the repo rate is the benchmark interest rate in the economy and it also forms the floor rate for all other interest rates in the economy. Since, India’s economic growth has decelerated sharply since last two years and banks are not lending to businesses, because banks are too risk-averse to lend and also, the overall demand from the businesses has decreased. In order to change this trend, the RBI has cut the reverse repo rate more than the repo twice in the spate of the last three weeks. Study on the gamma-ray flux variability nature conducted Part of: GS Prelims and GS-III - Science and technology In News: Researchers from the Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA), Bangalore, an autonomous institute of the Department of Science & Technology, have conducted the first systematic study on the gamma-ray flux variability nature on different types of blazars. Key takeaways: At the center of most galaxies, there’s a massive black hole which can have mass of millions or even billions of Suns that gather gas, dust, and stellar debris around it due to the force of gravity. As these materials fall towards the black hole, their gravitational energy gets converted to light forming active galactic nuclei (AGN). A minority of AGN (~15%) emit accurately parallel charged particles called jets travelling at speeds close to the speed of light. These are known as Blazars. Important value additions: Blazars Blazars are AGN whose jets are aligned with the observer’s line of sight. Some blazars are thought to host binary black holes in them. They could also be potential targets for future gravitational-wave searches. Daily Current Affairs IAS | UPSC Prelims and Mains Exam – 21st April 2020 Image source: Click here India ranks top in the list of Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM) Part of: GS Prelims and GS-I - Society In News: In a global compilation of reports of Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM) found online, India stands on top of the list, with 11.7% of the total reports followed by Pakistan, which contributes 6.8% of all reports. Key takeaways: The National Centre for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) urges people to report CSAM found online across the world annually, on their online platform CyberTipline. Three of the top four countries were in South Asia, raising concerns about the online safety of children in the region. Bangladesh comes in fourth with a share of 3.3%. Important value additions: The National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC) It is a private, nonprofit organization established in 1984 by the United States Congress. NCMEC handles cases of missing or exploited children from infancy to young adults through age 20. The NCMEC operates the CyberTipline which was established by Congress to process reports of child sexual exploitation. Anyone can make a report to the CyberTipline but reporting is required for certain electronic service providers (ESP) who become aware of the presence of child pornography on their systems. Miscellaneous Types of Human Coronaviruses Till date, seven different types of coronaviruses have been identified that infect humans: 229E: One of the first coronaviruses strains to be described in the mid-60s, possibly by D Hamre and JJ Procknow in 1966. OC43: It was discovered in 1967 according to the Journal of Virology. NL63 and HKU1: It were first identified in the Netherlands in 2004, probably after it was isolated from a seven-month-old infant showing respiratory symptoms. SARS-CoV: It was identified in 2003 in China (animal source is not yet known, bats are thought to have given it to other animals, probably civet cats). MERS: It was identified in 2012 in Saudi Arabia (transmitted by dromedary camels). SARS-CoV-2: It was identified in 2019 in Wuhan (source not yet known, possibly bats). (MAINS FOCUS) SOCIETY/ GOVERNANCE Topic: General Studies 1 & 2: Social empowerment; Role of Women & Women’s organisations Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors and issues arising out of their design and implementation. Gender in the times of Crisis Context: The traditional gender role that women play affects them uniquely in global crises and thus requires a measured societal & government response What is the experience with regard to gender during crisis? Vulnerability to deaths: Women lack many life skills such as swimming and climbing Gender insensitive Temporary facilities: Women face hygiene challenges in shelter camps set up post-calamities Difficulties in Post-crisis rehabilitation: Slowdown leaves women with additional wage cuts post crisis especially when pay disparity between genders is a norm. Loss of livelihoods: Women are also engaged in post-calamity care, missing job opportunities. Issues faced by women during this pandemic Increased Disease vulnerability: According to WHO around 70% of the world’s health workers are women, 79% of nurses are women. Attack on women workers: There are incidents where ASHA workers, who work at the ground level in tracing & tracking epidemic spread, are attacked while on COVID-19 duty, primarily due to fake news/rumours Increased instances of sexual abuse & gender violence during lockdown when men don’t have access to alcohol and thus vent out their frustration on women. Entrenchment of Patriarchy: Even in households where both partners work, during the lockdown, women not only Work from Home but also have additional household work Psychological anxiety: The fear of job loss and reduced income can create mental pressure on women Culture of silence: Hormone-induced depression, Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) pregnancy-related depressive conditions, postpartum depression are some of the health issues that gets intensified during lockdown. This is because both men & women are trained to follow the culture of silence regarding these issues Way Ahead Assigning ASHA workers to specifically address women’s welfare during this pandemic Grievance redressal platforms: Setting up exclusive cells to quickly address domestic violence and women’s health-related issues, Awareness: Including men in conversations to make them sensitive about women issues Gender-inclusive helplines: When only women attend women distress calls, there is reinforcing of stereotypical ‘care-giver’ role of women. Need to develop a culture of including women’s safety in the planning phase itself irrespective of whatever the nature of the crisis is. Connecting the dots: Measures taken by government regarding women welfare Gender Budgeting GOVERNANCE/ SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY Topic: General Studies 2 & 3: Parliament and State legislatures—conduct of business Science and Technology- developments and their applications and effects in everyday life. Online Parliamentary Functioning Context: In the wake of lockdown imposed due to COVID-19 pandemic and the next session of Parliament a few months away, there is an opportunity for holding an online session should the need so arise. Do You Know? For the very first time, 12 MPs of the joint committee on salary and allowances met virtually (online) on 6th April 2020 and recommended 30% reduction in the constituency and office allowances of MPs Unlike other Parliamentary Committees, this committee was set up in 1954 under the Salary, Allowances and Pension of Members of Parliament Act Is Parliament mandated to meet physically? No, Indian parliamentary rules do not require MPs to meet physically at the Parliament House. The only requirement for a duly constituted sitting of a house is that it be presided over by the chairman/speaker or any authorised MP. On matters which are not apparent in the rules, Chairman/Speaker have the residuary power to decide on them. Importance of Parliamentary Committees The working of these committees ensure that legislature keeps the executive accountable even when the Parliament is not in session These have regained Significance during the lockdown Two committees are scrutinising pending bills on issues related to labour and regulation of personal data. Both these issues are important and have gained prominence during the ongoing pandemic The Speaker has the discretion to allow the parliamentary committees to meet outside the House or meet virtually so as to ensure accountability in governance What has been the trend in other countries? Across the world, legislatures are using a combination of technology, physical separation and reduced physical presence to continue their work Brazil: Its parliament passed a resolution to work remotely during the public health emergency. Chile: The Senate has passed a law to allow it to meet remotely using appropriate video conferencing technology. In Indonesia and Maldives, a sitting of the parliament has happened remotely. UK has suggested a hybrid model of virtual and physical presence. Some MPs can participate in certain house proceedings via video conferencing While few of them can be in the house physically under social distancing guidelines. Merits of Online Parliamentary Proceedings Saves travel time for legislators Saves financial resources spent on housing & travel allowances Works as a role model to adopt digital technologies Allows more time for legislators to interact with their constituency Challenges with regard to Online Parliamentary Proceedings Robust technology which works without much interruption Need for setting up of protocols for ensuring participation Cyber security issues Inadequate digital infrastructure especially in Tribal & North-East region Connecting the dots: Digital India Programme Issue of Net neutrality (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 With regard to Indian economy consider the following statements: The repo rate is the rate at which the RBI borrows money from the banks for short durations. The reverse repo rate is the rate at which RBI lends money to the banks. Which of the above is/are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.2 Consider the following statements regarding blazars: Blazars are AGN whose jets are aligned with the observer’s line of sight. Some blazars are thought to host binary black holes in them. Which of the above is/are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.3 Which of the following South Asian country tops the list of recently-released global compilation of Child Sexual Abuse Material? India Bangladesh Pakistan Sri Lanka Q.4 With regard to human coronaviruses, which of the following statement(s) is/are correct? NL63 and HKU1 were first identified in Netherland. Middle East Respiratory Syndrome was transmitted to humans from dromedary Camels. Which of the above is/are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 ANSWERS FOR 20th April 2020 TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE (TYK) 1 C 2 A 3 D 4 C Must Read About Pandemic and Centre-State relations: The Indian Express About Politics in Korean Continent: The Hindu About India’s air power leading to Soft power: The Hindu

Apr 21, 2020 Important Articles

IMPORTANT UPDATE: IASbaba’s ALL INDIA MOCK EXAM (FREE) will also be Available in HINDI and Last Day for Registration – 22nd April at 8 PM!

IASbaba’s ALL INDIA MOCK EXAM in HINDI & ENGLISH Dear Students, We have been getting a lot of requests on HOTLINE whether the Mock Exam will be available in HINDI? And the answer is YES !! In order to make it more inclusive, we are keeping the MOCK EXAM BOTH IN HINDI & ENGLISH. प्रिलिम्स फुल मॉक टेस्ट अब हिंदी में This MOCK EXAM is OPEN FOR ALL (FREE)!! The Registration for the MOCK EXAM will close at 8 PM on 22nd April , 2020. Hurry up! Just 1 more day left for the Registration. This is an attempt from IASbaba, to help you at the time of uncertainty. We are keeping THE FIRST ILP/AIPTS FULL MOCK TEST OPEN FOR ALL (FREE). We have tried to set the questions as close as possible to the standards of UPSC and the ALL INDIA RANKING in this test will help you gauge your preparation. This will also provide you a very good warm-up before the final battle so that you can mentally prepare yourself with a positive frame. To REGISTER -> CLICK HERE P.S: Kindly follow BOTH Step1 and Step 2 for Registration. OTHER INITIATIVES OF IASBABA AT THE TIME OF UNCERTAINTY & CORONA-CRISIS: We are trying our level best to clarify all your conceptual queries on the platform (#ASKBABA) and also through the HOTLINE -> CONNECT WITH BABA: IASbaba’s Dedicated HOTLINE for UPSC/IAS Aspirants NEW Initiative: LOCKDOWN & YOU – Unlock Your Talent & Creativity! -> CLICK HERE For PRELIMS TIPS/STRATEGY (Do’s & Dont’s) by Mohan Sir, IASbaba Founder -> CLICK HERE Prelims Exclusive: CURRENT AFFAIRS CLASSES (12 SESSIONS-By Tauseef Sir): JOIN NOW! 60 Day Programme, 2020: UPSC PRELIMS EXAMINATION 2020: IASbaba's most trusted initiative for PRELIMS – FREE Initiative! We are happy to do our bit; guiding you through this uncertain phase. As Mentors, this is the least we can do at this point of time from our team. Make sure you make the best use of the initiatives above. To get Regular Updates from IASbaba, follow- 👉 TELEGRAM Channel - https://t.me/IASbabaOfficialAccount 👉 YOUTUBE - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChvbVdio9Wgj7Z3nQz1Q0ZQ 👉 FACEBOOK - https://www.facebook.com/iasbaba/ Also, SUBSCRIBE to the WEBSITE Below, so that you don't miss out on important posts! Thank You IASbaba

Apr 21, 2020 60 DAYS PROGRAMME-PRELIMS 2020

IASbaba’s 60 Day Plan [Day - 44]- IAS Prelims Test Series 2020 GEOGRAPHY & CURRENT AFFAIRS

ARCHIVES OF 60 DAY PLAN STRATEGY [VIDEO]: UPSC IAS Preparation Guidance/Tips from Mohan Sir Dear Students, The 60 Days Training has finally begun:) DAY 44 is here! It is time to Introspect, Ideate and Improve!! We have come-up with articles to instil confidence, motivate you in the present situation. Do read these articles. Mark the words/lines in your dairy. These very lines can be the driving force’ in the time of uncertainty. [STRATEGY] MUST READ: 21 Days of Lockdown-What to do? Introspect, Ideate and Improve !! MUST READ: PRELIMS in Testing Times – Don’t Forget the ‘WHY’; IASbaba’s dedicated HOTLINE for Aspirants and Prelims Postponing Rumours Coronavirus[VIDEO]: Awareness, Myths, Solidarity and Message to All UPSC Aspirants by Mohan Sir Founder IASbaba To ensure that your preparation goes smoothly and keeping up with our promise, we have come up with a Dedicated HOTLINE (Communication channel) - Connect with BABA for all UPSC/IAS Aspirants. 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Also, we need more sets of scores for releasing the cut offs in the night so, requesting all of you to sincerely put your scores in comment section. You can also take part in discussion with peers. Q.1) Mundari and Santhali are part of which family of languages in India? Austric (Nishada) Dravidian Indo-European (Aryan) Sino-Tibetan (Kirata) Q.1) भारत में मुंडारी और संथाली, भाषाओं के किस परिवार का हिस्सा हैं? ऑस्ट्रिक (निषाद) द्रविड़ भारतीय-यूरोपीय (आर्यन) चीनी-तिब्बती (किरात) Q.2) Which among the following are push factors for migration? Epidemic Peace and stability. Unemployment. Unfavourable climate. Choose the correct option: 1 and 4 only 1, 2 and 3 only 1, 3 and 4 only 1, 2, 3 and 4 Q.2) निम्नलिखित में से प्रवास के लिए, कौन से दबाव जनित कारक (push factors) हैं? महामारी (Epidemic) शांति और स्थिरता बेरोजगारी प्रतिकूल जलवायु सही विकल्प चुनें: केवल 1 और 4 केवल 1, 2 और 3 केवल 1, 3 और 4 1, 2, 3 और 4 Q.3) Which of the following factors determine the shape and structure of rural settlements ? Water Availability. Cultural factors. Security. Local temperature Choose the correct option: 4 only 1 and 4 only 1, 3 and 4 only 1, 2, 3 and 4 Q.3) निम्नलिखित में से कौन से कारक, ग्रामीण बस्तियों के आकार और संरचना का निर्धारण करते हैं? जल उपलब्धता सांस्कृतिक कारक सुरक्षा स्थानीय तापमान सही विकल्प चुनें: केवल 4 केवल 1 और 4 केवल 1, 3 और 4 1, 2, 3 और 4 Q.4) Consider the following statements with respect to population growth in India. The year 1921 is called as “Demographic Divide” in the demographic history of India. Period between 1951-1981 is known as the period of population explosion. Which of the above statements is/are correct? 1 only 2 only 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.4) भारत में जनसंख्या वृद्धि के संबंध में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें। वर्ष 1921 भारतीय जनसांख्यिकीय इतिहास में "जनसांख्यिकीय विभाजन" कहा जाता है। 1951-1981 के बीच की अवधि को जनसंख्या विस्फोट की अवधि के रूप में जाना जाता है। उपरोक्त कथनों में से कौन सा सही है / हैं? केवल 1 केवल 2 1 और 2 न तो 1 और न ही 2 Q.5) With respect to the composition of the working population in the country, consider the following statements. The work participation rate tends to be higher in the areas of higher levels of economic development. About 54.6 percent of the total working population in the country are cultivators and agricultural laborers. Which of the above statements is/are correct? 1 only 2 only 1 and 2 None of the above. Q.5) देश में कार्यशील जनसंख्या की संरचना के संबंध में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें। कार्य सहभागिता दर (work participation rate), आर्थिक विकास के उच्च स्तर के क्षेत्रों में अधिक हो जाती है। देश में कुल कार्यशील जनसंख्या के लगभग 54.6 प्रतिशत कृषक और खेतिहर मजदूर हैं। उपरोक्त कथनों में से कौन सा सही है / हैं? केवल 1 केवल 2 1 और 2 इनमें से कोई भी नहीं। Q.6) “Short Stature, dark chocolate brown skin, woolly hair, bulbous forehead, broad flat nose and slightly protruding jaws” To which ethnic group does the above description refer to? Australoids Negrito Mongoloids Dravidians. Q.6) "छोटा कद, गहरी चॉकलेटी भूरी त्वचा, ऊनी बाल, उभरे हुए माथे, चौड़ी चपटी नाक और थोड़े उभरे हुए जबड़े" उपरोक्त विवरण किस जातीय समूह को संदर्भित करता है? ऑस्ट्रेलियाड (Australoids) नेग्रीटो (Negrito) मोंगोलॉयड (Mongoloids) द्रविड़ Q.7) Coorgis and Parsis are representatives of which ethnic group in India? Brachycephals Nordics Dravidians Mongoloids Q.7) कूर्गी (Coorgis) और पारसी, भारत में किस नृजातीय समूह के प्रतिनिधि हैं? लघुशिरस्क (Brachycephals) नोर्डिक द्रविड़ मोंगोलॉयड Q.8) Consider the following statements with respect to Scheduled caste and scheduled tribe population in India: No tribe has been scheduled in Arunachal Pradesh and no Caste has been scheduled in Punjab. Out of total population in the state/Union territory Lakshadweep has the highest percentage of population as scheduled tribe population. Which of the above statements is/are correct? 1 only 2 only 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.8) भारत में अनुसूचित जाति और अनुसूचित जनजाति की आबादी के संबंध में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें: अरुणाचल प्रदेश में कोई जनजाति (tribe) अनुसूचित नहीं की गई है तथा पंजाब में कोई भी जाति अनुसूचित नहीं की गई है। राज्य / केंद्र शासित प्रदेश में कुल आबादी में से लक्षद्वीप में अनुसूचित जनजाति की आबादी का प्रतिशत सबसे अधिक है। उपरोक्त कथनों में से कौन सा सही है / हैं? केवल 1 केवल 2 1 और 2 न तो 1 और न ही 2 Q.9) Consider the following statements with respect to the linguistic composition in India: The linguistic regions in the country have distinct boundaries. Manipuri is the smallest language group among the scheduled languages. Which of the above statements is/are correct? 1 only 2 only 1 and 2 None of the above. Q.9) भारत में भाषाई संरचना के संबंध में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें: देश में भाषाई क्षेत्रों की अलग-अलग सीमाएँ हैं। मणिपुरी अनुसूचित भाषाओं में सबसे छोटा भाषा समूह है। उपरोक्त कथनों में से कौन सा सही है / हैं? केवल 1 केवल 2 1 और 2 इनमें से कोई भी नहीं। Q.10) Consider the following statements with respect to sex ratio in India: Kerala is the only state/union territory in India which has more females than males as per the census 2011. Amongst the states Haryana has the lowest sex ratio. Which of the above statements is/are correct? 1 only 2 only 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.10) भारत में लिंगानुपात के संबंध में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें: केरल भारत का एकमात्र राज्य / केंद्र शासित प्रदेश है, जिसमें 2011 की जनगणना के अनुसार पुरुषों की तुलना में अधिक महिलाएँ हैं। राज्यों में हरियाणा में लिंगानुपात सबसे कम है। उपरोक्त कथनों में से कौन सा सही है / हैं? केवल 1 केवल 2 1 और 2 न तो 1 और न ही 2 Q.11) The shape of the population pyramid reflects the characteristics of the population. Which of the following pairs is/are correctly matched? Shape of Pyramid :: Meaning Bell shaped :: Constant population. Triangle :: Declining population. Tapered top and bottom :: Expanding population. Choose the correct option: 1 only 1 and 2 only 2 and 3 only 1 and 3 only Q.11) जनसंख्या पिरामिड का आकार, जनसंख्या की विशेषताओं को दर्शाता है। निम्नलिखित में से कौन सी जोड़ी सही ढंग से सुमेलित है / हैं? पिरामिड का आकार अर्थ घंटी का आकार (Bell shaped) स्थिर जनसंख्या त्रिभुज आकार (Triangle) घटती जनसंख्या ऊपर और नीचे पतला (Tapered top and bottom) विस्तारित जनसंख्या सही विकल्प चुनें: केवल 1 केवल 1 और 2 केवल 2 और 3 केवल 1 और 3 Q.12) Consider the following statements with respect to population growth rate. The annual growth rate of population for the entire country is around 1.64 percent as per the census 2011. Himachal Pradesh registered the lowest population growth rate as per the census 2011. Which of the above statements is/are correct? 1 only 2 only 1 and 2 None of the above. Q.12) जनसंख्या वृद्धि दर के संबंध में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें। जनगणना 2011 के अनुसार, पूरे देश में जनसंख्या की वार्षिक वृद्धि दर लगभग 1.64 प्रतिशत है। जनगणना 2011 के अनुसार, हिमाचल प्रदेश ने सबसे कम जनसंख्या वृद्धि दर दर्ज की है। उपरोक्त कथनों में से कौन सा सही है / हैं? केवल 1 केवल 2 1 और 2 इनमें से कोई भी नहीं। Q.13) Consider the following statements with respect to urban areas in India: Goa is the most urbanised state in India as per census 2011. The proportion of Urban population is lowest in Himachal Pradesh. Which of the above statements is/are correct? 1 only 2 only 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.13) भारत में शहरी क्षेत्रों के संबंध में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें: 2011 की जनगणना के अनुसार, भारत में गोवा सबसे अधिक शहरीकृत राज्य है। शहरी आबादी का अनुपात हिमाचल प्रदेश में सबसे कम है। उपरोक्त कथनों में से कौन सा सही है / हैं? केवल 1 केवल 2 1 और 2 न तो 1 और न ही 2 Q.14) Arrange the following religious minorities groups in descending order based on their population size (As per census 2011): Jains Christians Budhists Sikhs Choose the correct option: 2-3-4-1 2-4-3-1 2-3-1-4 2-3-4-1 Q.14) निम्न धार्मिक अल्पसंख्यक समूहों को उनकी जनसंख्या के आकार के आधार पर अवरोही क्रम (descending order) में व्यवस्थित करें (2011 की जनगणना के अनुसार): जैन ईसाई बौद्ध सिक्ख सही विकल्प चुनें: 2-3-4-1 2-4-3-1 2-3-1-4 2-3-4-1 Q.15) ‘Panna’, ‘para’, ‘nagla’ are local names of what type of rural settlements in India? Nucleated. Semi Clustered. Hamleted Isolated Q.15) ‘पन्ना’, ‘पारा’, ‘नगला’, भारत में किस प्रकार की ग्रामीण बस्तियों के स्थानीय नाम हैं? केन्द्रक (Nucleated) सेमी क्लस्टर्ड (Semi Clustered.) पल्ली/ पुरवा/ उपग्राम (Hamleted) पृथक (Isolated) Q.16) Consider the following statements with respect to literacy rates in India: The crude literacy rate for India in Census 2011 is 74.04 percent. Kerala is the only state in India where female literacy rate is higher than the male literacy rate. Which of the above statements is/are correct? 1 only 2 only 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.16) भारत में साक्षरता दर के संबंध में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें: 2011 की जनगणना में भारत के लिए संपूर्ण साक्षरता दर (crude literacy rate ) 74.04 प्रतिशत है। केरल भारत का एकमात्र राज्य है, जहाँ महिला साक्षरता दर पुरुष साक्षरता दर से अधिक है। उपरोक्त कथनों में से कौन सा सही है / हैं? केवल 1 केवल 2 1 और 2 न तो 1 और न ही 2 Q.17) Which of the following factors are considered for enumeration of migration in census of India? Place of birth Place of work Place of residence Choose the correct option: 1 only 1 and 3 only 1 and 2 only 1,2 and 3 Q.17) भारत की जनगणना में प्रवासन की गणना के लिए, निम्नलिखित में से कौन से कारक गिने जाते हैं? जन्म स्थान कार्य स्थल निवास स्थान सही विकल्प चुनें: केवल 1 केवल 1 और 3 केवल 1 और 2 1,2 और 3 Q.18) Which of the following factors are considered for classifying the census towns in India? Total population Both male and female working population Density of population Growth rate of population. Choose the correct option: 1 and 3 only 1, 2 and 3 only 1, 2 and 4 only 1, 2, 3 and 4 Q.18) भारतीय जनगणना में शहरों को वर्गीकृत करने के लिए, निम्नलिखित में से कौन से कारक माने जाते हैं? कुल जनसंख्या पुरुष और महिला दोनों कार्यशील आबादी जनसंख्या का घनत्व जनसंख्या की वृद्धि दर सही विकल्प चुनें: केवल 1 और 3 केवल 1, 2 और 3 केवल 1, 2 और 4 1, 2, 3 और 4 Q.19) Consider the following statements with respect to density of population: Arunachal Pradesh has the lowest population density amongst states in India. Bihar has the highest population density amongst states in India. Which of the above statements is/are correct? 1 only 2 only 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.19) जनसंख्या के घनत्व के संबंध में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें: अरुणाचल प्रदेश में भारतीय राज्यों में सबसे कम जनसंख्या घनत्व है। भारतीय राज्यों में बिहार में सबसे अधिक जनसंख्या घनत्व है। उपरोक्त कथनों में से कौन सा सही है / हैं? केवल 1 केवल 2 1 और 2 न तो 1 और न ही 2 Q.20) Ambala and Udhampur are categorised as which category of towns in India (According to functional classification)? Administrative towns Education towns Garrison cantonment towns Religious towns. Q.20) अम्बाला और उधमपुर को भारत के किस श्रेणी के शहर के रूप में वर्गीकृत किया गया है (कार्यात्मक वर्गीकरण के अनुसार)? प्रशासनिक शहर शैक्षिक शहर गैरीसन छावनी शहर धार्मिक शहर Q.21) With reference to Soil Health Card (SHC) Scheme, Consider the following statements: SHC is a printed report that a farmer will be handed over for each of his holdings. The cost of sampling, testing and reporting is borne by State Government. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.21) मृदा स्वास्थ्य कार्ड (SHC) योजना के संदर्भ में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें: SHC एक मुद्रित रिपोर्ट है जिसे एक किसान को उसकी प्रत्येक जोत के लिए सौंपा जाएगा। नमूने एकत्रण, परीक्षण और रिपोर्टिंग की लागत राज्य सरकार द्वारा वहन की जाती 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.22) The term SUTRA PIC is sometimes seen in the news with reference to Enhancing activity of antibiotics and anticancer drugs, and other medicinal properties. Systematic scientific investigation of uniqueness of pure Indigenous Indian cows. Standardize effective, economic and eco-friendly preparations of Utility products. Perform scientific investigations on plant growth, soil health and providing immunity in plant system. Q.22) ‘SUTRA PIC’ शब्द को कभी-कभी किसके संदर्भ के साथ, समाचारों में देखा जाता है एंटीबायोटिक्स और कैंसर-रोधी दवाओं, तथा अन्य औषधीय गुणों की क्रियाशीलता को बढ़ाना। शुद्ध देशी भारतीय गायों की विशिष्टता की व्यवस्थित वैज्ञानिक जाँच करना। उपयोगिता उत्पादों के प्रभावी, आर्थिक और पर्यावरण के अनुकूल तैयारियों का मानकीकरण करना। पादप वृद्धि, मृदा स्वास्थ्य और पादप प्रणाली में प्रतिरक्षा प्रदान करने पर वैज्ञानिक जाँच करना। Q.23) The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) aims to set up Ultra Mega Renewable Energy (RE) Parks at Maharashtra and Karnataka Gujarat and Rajasthan Delhi and Haryana Tamil Nadu and Telangana Q.23) नवीन और नवीकरणीय ऊर्जा मंत्रालय (MNRE) का लक्ष्य कहाँ अल्ट्रा मेगा अक्षय ऊर्जा (RE) पार्क स्थापित करना है। महाराष्ट्र और कर्नाटक गुजरात और राजस्थान दिल्ली और हरियाणा तमिलनाडु और तेलंगाना Q.24) National e-Governance Services Delivery Assessment (NeSDA), 2019 framework covers which of the following six sectors? Labour & Employment Education Transport Local Government & Utilities Insurance Environment Select the correct answer using the code given below: 2, 3 and 4 only 1,2 and 4 only 1,2,4 and 6 only 1,3,4 and 5 only Q.24) राष्ट्रीय ई-गवर्नेंस सेवा वितरण आकलन (NeSDA), 2019 फ्रेमवर्क निम्नलिखित में से किन छह क्षेत्रों को कवर करता है? श्रम और रोजगार शिक्षा परिवहन स्थानीय सरकार और उपयोगिताएँ बीमा पर्यावरण नीचे दिए गए कूट का उपयोग करके सही उत्तर चुनें: केवल 2, 3 और 4 केवल 1,2 और 4 केवल 1,2,4 और 6 केवल 1,3,4 और 5 Q.25) The signatory of “Agreement for Bringing Peace to Afghanistan” are Russia and USA USA and Taliban Pakistan and Taliban India and Afghanistan Q.25) "अफगानिस्तान में शांति लाने के लिए समझौते" (Agreement for Bringing Peace to Afghanistan) के हस्ताक्षरकर्ता हैं रूस और संयुक्त राज्य अमेरिका संयुक्त राज्य अमेरिका और तालिबान पाकिस्तान और तालिबान भारत और अफगानिस्तान Q.26) Consider the following statements with respect to ‘Kalinje Ecotourism’ It is a part of a community-based conservation initiative for the upliftment of local communities and promotion of mangrove and marine biodiversity conservation. It is an initiative by the Maharashtra Forest Department. Select the correct statements 1 Only 2 Only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.26) 'कालिंज इकोटूरिज्म' (Kalinje Ecotourism) के संबंध में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें। यह स्थानीय समुदायों के उत्थान तथा मैंग्रोव और समुद्री जैव विविधता संरक्षण को बढ़ावा देने के लिए समुदाय आधारित संरक्षण पहल का एक हिस्सा है। यह महाराष्ट्र वन विभाग की एक पहल है। सही कथनों का चयन करें केवल 1 केवल 2 1 और 2 दोनों न तो 1 और न ही 2 Q.27) Which of the following species is the keystone species of Nauradehi Wildlife Sanctuary? Indian Wolf Jerdon’s Courser Batagur Turtle Asiatic Lion Q.27) निम्नलिखित में से कौन नौरादेही वन्यजीव अभयारण्य (Nauradehi Wildlife Sanctuary) की मुख्य प्रजाति (keystone species) है? भारतीय भेड़िया (Indian Wolf) जेरडॉन कर्सर (Jerdon’s Courser) बाटागुर कछुआ (Batagur Turtle) एशियाई शेर Q.28) Consider the following statements The Wetland (Conservation and Management) Rules, 2017 removed ‘backwaters, lagoon, creeks, and estuaries’ from the definition of ‘wetlands’. A total of 37 sites in India have been recognised under the Ramsar Convention. Select the correct statements 1 Only 2 Only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.28) निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें आद्रभूमि (संरक्षण और प्रबंधन) नियम, 2017 ने 'आद्रभूमि' की परिभाषा से 'बैकवाटर्स, लैगून, क्रीक और ज्वारनदमुख' को हटा दिया। रामसर कन्वेंशन के तहत भारत में कुल 37 स्थलों को मान्यता दी गई है। सही कथनों का चयन करें केवल 1 केवल 2 1 और 2 दोनों न तो 1 और न ही 2 Q.29) ‘Muktoshri — also called IET 21845’ is a Portable Reverse Osmosis water purifier developed by DRDO. Arsenic-resistant rice cultivated in West Bengal. Medicine developed by Ministry of Ayush to treat Diabetes. None of the above Q.29) ‘मुक्तोश्री - जिसे IET 21845’ भी कहा जाता है, क्या है DRDO द्वारा विकसित पोर्टेबल रिवर्स ऑसमोसिस जल शोधक। पश्चिम बंगाल में आर्सेनिक प्रतिरोधी चावल की खेती। मधुमेह के उपचार के लिए आयुष मंत्रालय द्वारा विकसित दवा। इनमें से कोई भी नहीं Q.30) ‘NLRP3’ is a protein which was in news recently. It is found in which of the following species? Humans Bats Mice Select the correct code: 1 and 2 2 and 3 2 Only 1, 2 and 3 Q.30) 'एनएलआरपी 3' (NLRP3) एक प्रोटीन है, जो हाल ही में समाचारों में थी। यह निम्नलिखित में से किस प्रजाति में पायी जाती है? मनुष्य चमगादड़ चूहे सही कूट का चयन करें: 1 और 2 2 और 3 केवल 2 1, 2 और 3 DOWNLOAD THE SOLUTION ENGLISH HINDI NOTE- Follow this for Comments Mention- Time Taken after solving the Test After the release of Solution Edit your Comment to Mention- Correct/Incorrect and Score 2 Marks for Correct/0.66 minus for Incorrect. DOWNLOAD THE 60 DAYS PLAN 2020 PRELIMS EXCLUSIVE CURRENT AFFAIRS CLASSES (12 SESSIONS-By Tauseef Sir): STARTING 15 APRIL- JOIN NOW! All the Best! IASbaba

Apr 21, 2020 Catharsis -Unlock Your Talent and Creativity

Catharsis -Unlock Your Talent & Creativity: PENCIL SKETCHING & MADHUBANI ART by Dr. SWASTI SINHA!

Hello Friends, You must be aware of the term ‘catharsis’. It is the process of releasing and thereby providing relief from, strong or repressed emotions. Recently we have launched a new initiative by the name Catharsis -Unlock Your Talent & Creativity! Today's work is a PENCIL SKETCHING & MADHUBANI ART by Dr. SWASTI SINHA! This also includes a fashion sketch, model wearing a costume made up of surgical gloves. Check out some Amazing piece of Art by Dr Swati Sinha. Well done, Keep it up !! Be creative and find your catharsis in whichever form of creativity you are comfortable with. It could be anything- a song, a painting, a poem, a story, a dance performance, rangolis, jokes/humor, culinary skills, mimicry and whatnot. There is no limit to creativity. Just unleash and share it with everyone! Why don’t you share your moments of catharsis with us? UPSC is not only about academics but personality as well. And your personality is shaped by the creativity that you possess. To know more about Catharsis -Unlock Your Talent & Creativity' Initiative and the Previous Creative work -> CLICK HERE We encourage you to keep the comment section alive by sharing your talents and also by commenting and encouraging the talent of your peers. We are also going to be a regular visitor here and will keep on posting the creative works by our talented team members and staff. NOTE- You can also nominate by tagging anyone (if you know about the talent of your friend or anyone) 🙂 You can share your talent/creativity with us on support@iasbaba.com and ilp@iasbaba.com P.S: Kindly share it in a format that can be published on the website. We believe each one of you have some hidden talent. It’s time that you explore more about yourselves and remain positive throughout this journey. Make the best use of this opportunity! Thank You IASbaba

Apr 20, 2020 IASbaba's Daily Current Affairs

Daily Current Affairs IAS | UPSC Prelims and Mains Exam – 20th April 2020

IAS UPSC Prelims and Mains Exam – 20th April 2020 Archives (PRELIMS + MAINS FOCUS) NBFCs get ₹50,000-cr. liquidity booster Part of: GS Prelims and GS-III - Economy In News: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has announced a host of measures to provide liquidity support to non-banking financial companies (NBFCs). They shall receive ₹50,000 crore worth of liquidity booster. Key takeaways: RBI has also decided to give them certain benefits for loans which are being extended to the commercial real estate sector. The RBI has also decided to provide special refinance facility of ₹50,000 crore to NABARD, SIDBI and NHB to enable them to meet sectoral credit needs. Important value additions: Reserve Bank of India It is India's central bank, which controls the issue and supply of the Indian rupee. RBI is the regulator of entire Banking in India. RBI plays an important part in the Development Strategy of the Government of India. RBI was set up in 1935 under the Reserve Bank of India Act,1934. Non-Banking Financial Company It is a financial institution that does not have a full banking license or is not supervised by a national or international banking regulatory agency. The most important difference between non-banking financial companies and banks is that NBFCs don't take demand deposits. National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) It is an Apex Development Financial Institution in India. It deals with matters concerning Policy Planning and Operations in the field of credit for Agriculture and other Economic activities in Rural areas in India. It is active in developing Financial Inclusion policy. It was established on the recommendations of B.Sivaramman Committee, on 12 July 1982. Small industrial Development Bank of India (SIDBI) It is a development financial institution in India. It serves as the principal financial institution in the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) sector. It was established on April 2, 1990, through an Act of Parliament. It is headquartered in Lucknow. It operates under the Department of Financial Services, Government of India. National Housing Bank (NHB) It is a Government of India owned entity. It was set up on 9 July 1988 under the National Housing Bank Act, 1987. It is an apex financial institution for housing. Government approval mandatory for FDI from neighbouring countries Part of: GS Prelims and GS-II - International Relations & GS-III - Investment In News: In order to restrict Chinese investments, prior government approval has been made mandatory for foreign direct investments (FDI) from countries which share a land border with India. Key takeaways: Revised FDI policy has stated that entities from countries which share a land border with India will now be permitted to invest only under approval route. Previously, only investments from Pakistan and Bangladesh faced such restrictions. The revised FDI policy is aimed at preventing opportunistic takeovers/acquisitions of Indian companies due to the current COVID-19 pandemic. The rules shall apply to fresh as well as existing FDI. Transfer of ownership of any existing or future FDI where the direct or indirect beneficiary is from these countries will also require government approval. This restriction will also apply if the beneficial owner of the investment is an entity situated in or a citizen of such countries. Important value additions: India's FDI policy A foreign direct investment (FDI) is an investment in the form of a controlling ownership in a business in one country by an entity based in another country. India’s FDI policy allows foreign investment in certain sectors under the automatic route. 100% FDI is permitted under the automatic route in manufacturing, oil and gas, greenfield airports, construction, railway infrastructure etc. In other sectors, FDI is allowed under the automatic route upto a certain threshold, say 26% or 49%. Such conditions apply to defence, broadcast and print media, aviation and other sectors. There is also a list of prohibited sectors, such as lottery, cigarettes, atomic energy where FDI is not permitted. India's neighbouring countries India shares a land border with: China Pakistan Bangladesh Nepal Myanmar Bhutan Afghanistan [caption id="attachment_59612" align="aligncenter" width="540"] Government approval mandatory for FDI from neighbouring countries[/caption] Image Source - Click here Miscellaneous Kisan Rath mobile application launched Ministry of Agriculture recently launched Kisan Rath Mobile App to facilitate transportation of foodgrains and perishables during lockdown. This is developed by the National Informatics Centre. This app shall facilitate farmers and traders in searching transport vehicles for movement of agricultural and horticultural produce. It will also help farmers and traders for transporting produce from farm gate to mandi and mandi to mandi all over the country. The App will also facilitate traders in transportation of perishable commodities by Refrigerated vehicles. It is ready for pan-India use with the app being available in eight Indian languages. National Informatics Centre (NIC) is an attached office under Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India. (MAINS FOCUS) GOVERNANCE/ ECONOMY/ ETHICS Topic: General Studies 3: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors and issues arising out of their design and implementation. Behavioural Economics COVID-19: Need for a Social Vaccine What is a social vaccine? A social vaccine is a metaphor for a series of social and behavioural measures that governments can use to raise public consciousness about unhealthy situations through social mobilisation A social vaccine addresses barriers and facilitators of behaviour change, whether attitudinal, social, cultural, or economic. Social Vaccine supplements information, education, and communication (IEC) with targeted social and behaviour change communication (SBCC) strategies. Advantages of Social Vaccine achieved through Social Mobilization Empowers populations to resist unhealthy practices Increase resilience Foster advocacy for change Drive political will to take action in the interests of society Hold governments accountable Lessons from HIV (Human immunodeficiency virus) Pandemic HIV that causes AIDS is believed to have made the zoonotic jump from monkeys through chimpanzees to humans in Africa as early as the 1920s However, the HIV/AIDS epidemic was detected in 1981 & was a pandemic by 1985. Extent of Pandemic: From 1981 to 2018, around 74.9 million people worldwide were HIV-infected, and around 32.0 million died from AIDS-related illnesses. Social vaccine helped “flatten the curve” till effective treatments were discovered that dramatically reduced mortality, viral loads and infection transmission. How Social Vaccine was used in HIV/AIDS pandemic? There were widespread information campaigns stating that infection occurred predominantly through sexual transmission and intravenous drug use. IEC and SBCC activities targeted (and partnered) individuals, community networks, leaders, social & health systems to change attitudes and behaviours. The core preventive messages involved Being faithful to one sexual partner 100% condom use during sexual intercourse outside stable relationships Resisting peer-pressure for risky behaviours like intravenous drug use Religious and community leaders were key change agents For example, the Catholic Church in Uganda did not initially support promoting condoms since its use prevents life. However, later they acknowledged that their religion did not preclude the use of condoms to prevent deaths – which was an important turning point How Social Vaccine can be adapted for current pandemic? Effective IEC and SBCC strategies should contain the persuasive messages of Maintaining physical distancing in social situations Wearing cloth masks in public by 100% of people (and 100% of the time) Regular disinfection of oneself and one’s surroundings. Leading by Example: People are more likely to practise these behaviours if all leaders promote them publicly and consistently Proper information, support, and materials should be made available and accessible. Re-purposing and funding relevant industries and small and medium businesses to produce materials such as PPE, hand sanitisers and medical equipment Challenges Ahead The components of the social vaccine should be in place before relaxing or lifting the lockdown. A social vaccine also requires people to hold leaders accountable to Invest in rapidly scaling-up testing Meet the basic and economic needs of vulnerable sections Providing psychological support where needed Not communalising or politicising the pandemic Not compromising the privacy and dignity of infected individuals and their families in the interest of public health Connecting the dots: Persuasive VS Coercive methods – which is better suited for India? And why? Nudge Economics – Example: Give It Up Campaign, Swachh Bharat Mission INTERNATIONAL/ POLITY Topic: General Studies 2: Effect of policies and politics of developed and developing countries on India’s interests Comparison of the Indian constitutional scheme with that of other countries. China's one party system vs Democracy Context: Critics blame China for unleashing COVID-19 across the world through the lack of transparency inherent in its one-party authoritarian system. In order to counter this negative perception, China has unleashed a sustained propaganda campaign that is based on two aspects Superiority of Authoritarian System vis-à-vis Democracy Chinese system was able to arrest the pandemic within the country through drastic measures on a massive scale (Ex: Lockdown of Wuhan) China’s strategy was successful than ineffective measures taken in Democratic countries especially in USA Benevolence of China China wants to garner goodwill by providing much-needed medical equipment and medical teams to assist affected countries The recipients have often been “persuaded” to express praise for China. What is the Chinese view on the Pandemic? The COVID-19 virus did erupt in Wuhan, but it may not have originated in China The delay in acknowledging the seriousness of the crisis was due to missteps by the local leadership in Wuhan city and Hubei province Once the gravity of the situation was recognised, Chinese leaders promptly informed the WHO and shared the DNA sequence of the virus. The unprecedented measures adopted by Chinese authorities imposed great suffering on the Chinese people but bought valuable time for the rest of the world to get prepared to deal with the pandemic. China’s economy is beginning to recover and this will contribute to the recovery of the global economy. All these reinforces the merits of China’s political System (One-Party rule) Is China’s one-party system better compared to democracies? Not necessarily, this is because COVID-19 may not have become a pandemic if China were a democracy with a free flow of information through an independent media and accountable political leadership There are democracies which have done well to contain the Epidemic Ex: Taiwan, South Korea, Japan, India Criticism of China’s assistance being defective and low-quality Criticism from African Countries against harsh China’s actions as there were reports from Guangzhou(China) on racial discrimination against stranded African students The result of being a democracy is that we have a better chance of Knowing the true dimensions of the crisis i.e. Transparency of government functioning Being able to obtain constant feedback on people’s reactions Access the best advice from multiple sources. Conclusion Beijing’s response to Covid underlines that the world needs more democracy, not less Connecting the dots: China’s Economic Model COVID-19’s impact on Global Political and Economic Structure (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 regarding Kisan Rath App: Kisan Rath App has been launched by Ministry of Agriculture. It will facilitate farmers in searching the transport vehicles for their produce. Which of the above is/are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.2 Consider the following statements with regards to financial institutions: National housing Bank is an apex financial institution for housing. The most important difference between non-banking financial companies and banks is that NBFCs don't give loans. Which of the above is/are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.3 India shares a land border with which of the following countries? Bangladesh Myanmar Bhutan Afghanistan Select the correct code: 1 and 2 only 1, 2 and 3 only 2 and 4 only 1, 2, 3 and 4 Q.4 Consider the following statements regarding Foreign Direct Investment: 100% FDI is permitted under the automatic route in oil and gas. FDI is completely prohibited in atomic energy sector. Which of the above is/are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 ANSWERS FOR 18th April 2020 TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE (TYK) 1 A 2 D 3 B 4 C Must Read About convalescent plasma to fight COVID-19: The Hindu About impact of lockdown on Economy: The Hindu About Communalization and COVID-19 crisis: The Hindu

Apr 20, 2020 RSTV Video

Baba Saheb Ambedkar – Vishesh – RSTV IAS UPSC

Baba Saheb Ambedkar Archives TOPIC: General studies 1 Modern Indian history from about the middle of the eighteenth century until the present significant events, personalities, issues. The Freedom Struggle – its various stages and important contributors or contributions from different parts of the country Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar (14 April 1891 – 6 December 1956), popularly known as Babasaheb Ambedkar, was an Indian jurist, economist, politician and social reformer who inspired the Dalit Buddhist movement and campaigned against social discrimination towards the untouchables (Dalits), while also supporting the rights of women and labour. He was independent India’s first law and justice minister, the principal architect of the Constitution of India, and a founding father of the Republic of India. Birth Anniversary: 14th April Mahaparinirvan Diwas: Death Anniversary of Ambedkar Known famously as: The Architect of Modern India His autobiography: Waiting for a Visa His books: Annihilation of Caste – It strongly criticised Hindu orthodox religious leaders and the caste system in general, and included “a rebuke of Gandhi” on the subject. Who Were the Shudras? – Ambedkar tried to explain the formation of untouchables. He saw Shudras and Ati Shudras who form the lowest caste in the ritual hierarchy of the caste system, as separate from Untouchables. Constitution of Reserve Bank of India Based on the ideas that Ambedkar presented to the Hilton Young Commission Ambedkar was trained as an economist, and was a professional economist until 1921, when he became a political leader. He wrote three scholarly books on economics: Administration and Finance of the East India Company The Evolution of Provincial Finance in British India The Problem of the Rupee: Its Origin and Its Solution Ambedkar and Untouchability While practising law in the Bombay High Court, he tried to promote education to untouchables and uplift them. His first organised attempt was his establishment of the central institution Bahishkrit Hitakarini Sabha, intended to promote education and socio-economic improvement, as well as the welfare of “outcastes”, at the time referred to as depressed classes. For the defence of Dalit rights, he started five periodicals – Mooknayak (the leader of the dumb, 1920) Bahishkrit Bharat (Ostracized India, 1924) Samta (Equality, 1928) Janata (The People, 1930) Prabuddha Bharat (Enlightened India, 1956) Manusmriti Dahan Din: In a conference in late 1927, Ambedkar publicly condemned the classic Hindu text, the Manusmriti (Laws of Manu), for ideologically justifying caste discrimination and “untouchability”, and he ceremonially burned copies of the ancient text. On 25 December 1927, he led thousands of followers to burn copies of Manusmrti. Thus, annually 25 December is celebrated as Manusmriti Dahan Din (Manusmriti Burning Day) by Ambedkarites and Dalits. Kalaram Temple movement: About 15,000 volunteers assembled at Kalaram Temple Satyagraha, making one of the greatest processions of Nashik. The procession was headed by a military band, a batch of scouts, women and men walked in discipline, order and determination to see the god for the first time. When they reached to gate, the gates were closed by Brahmin authorities. Poona Pact: In 1932, British announced the formation of a separate electorate for “Depressed Classes” in the Communal Award. Gandhi fiercely opposed a separate electorate for untouchables, saying he feared that such an arrangement would divide the Hindu community. Gandhi protested by fasting while imprisoned in the Yerwada Central Jail of Poona. Following the fast, Congress politicians and activists such as Madan Mohan Malaviya and Palwankar Baloo organised joint meetings with Ambedkar and his supporters at Yerwada. On 25 September 1932, the agreement known as Poona Pact was signed between Ambedkar (on behalf of the depressed classes among Hindus) and Madan Mohan Malaviya (on behalf of the other Hindus). The agreement gave reserved seats for the depressed classes in the Provisional legislatures, within the general electorate. Due to the pact, the depressed class received 148 seats in the legislature, instead of the 71 as allocated in the Communal Award earlier proposed by British Prime Minister Ramsay MacDonald. The text uses the term “Depressed Classes” to denote Untouchables among Hindus who were later called Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes under India Act 1935, and the later Indian Constitution of 1950. In the Poona Pact, a unified electorate was in principle formed, but primary and secondary elections allowed Untouchables in practice to choose their own candidates. Views of Dr. Ambedkar regarding the Indian Constitution Ambedkar warned – No democratic constitution can be modelled on the Hindu tradition of state and village panchayats. What is the village, Ambedkar asked, but a sink of localism, a den of ignorance, narrow-mindedness and communalism? Sets Universal values – The Constitution is a normative document, but the values it espouses are universal and ‘thin’. They do not reflect the belief system of one section of the population even if it is in a majority. Nor do these values dismiss the value systems of minority groups. On Constitutional Morality – Dr. Ambedkar talked of constitutional morality. He said citizen will have deep respect or admiration for Constitution when they realize true intent of Constitution which helps them to possess freedom and rights. When they realize Constitution composes of thin conception of ‘good’ that can hold a plural and diverse people together. Democracy is only a top-dressing for the Constitution of India For Ambedkar, democracy is only a top-dressing on an Indian soil which is essentially undemocratic. It is the institutionalisation of constitutional democracy that has changed the way Indians think of themselves in relation to each other, and in relation to the state. The Constitution has managed to inculcate democratic sensibilities and spark yearnings for more democracy, not less. Concept of Federalism: His concept of federalism meant that the State was a federation in normalcy, but unitary in emergency. Centre Was Made Strong: In the Draft Constitution Dr. Ambedkar offered more powers to the Centre and made it strong. Some members of the constituent assembly criticized him on the ground that since Dr. Ambedkar postulated – the rights and values of each individual and the development of each province and each– village, it was contradictory of his part to make the Centre strong. Justifying the provisions for a strong Central authority Dr. Ambedkar said that he made the Centre strong not only to ‘save minorities from the misrule of majority’ but also “for it is only the Centre which can work for a common end and for the general interests of the country as a whole.” Equality of Opportunity: Of all the rights, Dr. Amebedkar observed “Equality of Opportunity” as the most important one. Regarding the constitutional remedies, he characterize Article 32 as the very soul of the Constitution and the very heart of it. To him, fundamental rights would mean establishment of equality and liberty in order to reform our social system, which is so full of inequalities discriminations, and other which conflict with our fundamental rights. Directive Principles of State Policy: The Directive Principles of State Policy contained the positive obligations of the state towards its citizens. The Directives were meant to ensure social and economic democracy which was secured by the provisions of fundamental rights in a written Constitution. Dr. Ambedkar said: “What are called Directive Principles is simply another name for Instruments of instructions to the legislature and the executive…as to how they should exercise their power.” Constitution, A Dynamic Document: The Constitution is a dynamic document it should grow with the growth of the nation and should suit the changing needs and circumstance. So Dr. Ambedkar urged the necessity of amendment. Concept of Sovereignty and Suzerainty: Dr. Ambedkar’s concept of sovereignty and suzerainty and of the Indian States, i.e., integration of the native Indian Princely States which gave the shape to the rap of India as if is today, has indeed been prophetic. National Integration: In the Draft Constitution Dr. Ambedkar prescribed single citizenship, a single judiciary and uniformity in fundamental Laws to integrate Indian society which was not only divided into caste and class, but also into regions, religions, languages, traditions and cultures. Therefore, a strong Centre was indispensable to maintain territorial integrity and administrative discipline. Dr Ambedkar said – power is one thing, wisdom is quite another thing. When deciding the destiny of nations, dignities of people, dignities of leaders and dignities of parties ought to count for nothing. The dignity of the country should count for everything. Note: Dr. Ambedkar Scheme for Social Integration through Inter-Caste Marriages (dalit) Encouraging the practice of inter-caste marriages – Indian society can only develop and progress if the curse of caste inequality is removed forever. The implementation of this program is a step towards achieving this goal. Assisting young couples with money – Couples who opt for inter-caste are generally shunned by their families due to the rigidity of the caste system in India. They often face hardships, but with this grant, these couples will no longer have to worry about facing financial adversity during the initial days. Funded by the central government – All operational activities and financial requirements of this welfare scheme will be met for the coffers of central government. Money will be sent to each start or UT for its implementation. Bringing equality among all castes – The main aim of this scheme is to give a level ground to all castes. With this, the central government will be able to bring about equality among all castes, thereby eliminating caste related prejudices. Must Read: Babasaheb Ambedkar – 125th Birth Anniversary Connecting the Dots: “In our country, democracy is not a natural sentiment that people are born with. It is an idea that has to be cultivated in an essentially unequal society.” This statement by Dr. B R Ambedkar resonates as much with the India of present as it did with India of 70 years back. Critically comment. What were the views of Dr. Ambedkar regarding the Indian Constitution? Did, in his views, the mere existence of a constitution guaranteed the freedoms envisaged by it? Discuss. “The responsibility of the legislature is not just to provide fundamental rights but also and rather more importantly, to safeguard them.” Discuss. Dr. Ambedkar formulated a constitution successfully but we have failed in responsibility given to us. Do you agree? Explain.

Apr 20, 2020 60 DAYS PROGRAMME-PRELIMS 2020

IASbaba’s 60 Day Plan- IAS Prelims Test Series 2020 (COMPILATIONS-WEEK 5 & 6)

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Apr 20, 2020 60 DAYS PROGRAMME-PRELIMS 2020

IASbaba’s 60 Day Plan [Day - 43]- IAS Prelims Test Series 2020 GEOGRAPHY & CURRENT AFFAIRS

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Also, we need more sets of scores for releasing the cut offs in the night so, requesting all of you to sincerely put your scores in comment section. You can also take part in discussion with peers. Q.1) Consider the following statements. Both North India and South India have distinct cropping seasons with respect to crops grown. The cropping intensity and rural employment are directly related to each other in India. Which of the above statements is/are correct? 1 only 2 only 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.1) निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें। उत्तर भारत और दक्षिण भारत दोनों में उगने वाली फसलों के संबंध में फसल के मौसम अलग-अलग होते हैं। फसल गहनता (cropping intensity) और ग्रामीण रोजगार प्रत्यक्षतः भारत में एक दूसरे से संबंधित हैं। उपरोक्त कथनों में से कौन सा सही है / हैं? केवल 1 केवल 2 1 और 2 न तो 1 और न ही 2 Q.2) Consider the following statements with respect to rice production in India. Rice is grown only in the Kharif and Rabi season in India. ‘Aus’, ‘Aman’ and ‘Boro’ are three crops of rice grown in the North Eastern region in India. Which of the above statements is/are correct? 1 only 2 only 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.2) भारत में चावल उत्पादन के संबंध में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें। भारत में चावल केवल खरीफ और रबी मौसम में उगाया जाता है। 'ओस', 'अमन' और 'बोरो', भारत में उत्तर पूर्वी क्षेत्र में उगाई जाने वाली चावल की तीन फसलें हैं। उपरोक्त कथनों में से कौन सा सही है / हैं? केवल 1 केवल 2 1 और 2 न तो 1 और न ही 2 Q.3) Which among the following are the local names of shifting cultivation practiced in India? Chena Kumari Jhumming Milpa Choose the correct option: 1 and 4 only 2 and 3 only 1, 2 and 3 only 2, 3 and 4 only Q.3) निम्नलिखित में से कौन से भारत में स्थानांतरित कृषि (Shifting Cultivation) के स्थानीय नाम हैं? चेना (Chena) कुमारी झूम मिल्पा (Milpa) सही विकल्प चुनें: केवल 1 और 4 केवल 2 और 3 केवल 1, 2 और 3 केवल 2, 3 और 4 Q.4) With respect to Coffee production in India consider the following statements. India mostly grows superior quality coffee called Arabica. Kerala is the leading producer of coffee in India. Which of the above statements is/are correct? 1 only 2 only 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.4) भारत में कॉफी उत्पादन के संबंध में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें। भारत अधिकतर बेहतर गुणवत्ता वाली कॉफी उगाता है, जिसे अरेबिका कहा जाता है। भारत में केरल कॉफी का सबसे बड़ा उत्पादक है। उपरोक्त कथनों में से कौन सा सही है / हैं? केवल 1 केवल 2 1 और 2 न तो 1 और न ही 2 Q.5) “This crop requires plenty of heat, plenty of rain, plenty of alluvium and plenty of labour to grow in India” To which crop are we referring to here? Wheat Cotton Rice Sugarcane. Q.5) "इस फसल को भारत में उगाने के लिए बहुत अधिक गर्मी, प्रचुर वर्षा, जलोढ़ मृदा और गहन श्रम की आवश्यकता होती है" हम, यहां किस फसल की बात कर रहे हैं? गेहूँ कपास चावल गन्ना Q.6) Which among the following are the millets grown in India? Haraka Rajgira Korra Kutki Choose the correct option: 1 and 2 only 3 and 4 only 1, 3 and 4 only 1, 2, 3 and 4 Q.6) निम्नलिखित में से कौन, भारत में उगाया जाने वाला मोटा अनाज (millets) है? हरका (Haraka) राजगिरा (Rajgira) कोर्रा (Korra) कुटकी (Kutki) सही विकल्प चुनें: केवल 1 और 2 केवल 3 और 4 केवल 1, 3 और 4 1, 2, 3 और 4 Q.7) Consider the following factors influencing industrial locations: Government Policy Access to Market Access to Transportation and Communication Facilities Access to Agglomeration Economies Which of the factors given above is/are correct? 1, 3 and 4 Only 1, 2 and 4 Only 1, 2 and 3 only 1, 2, 3 and 4 Q.7) औद्योगिक स्थानों को प्रभावित करने वाले निम्नलिखित कारकों पर विचार करें: सरकारी नीति बाजार तक पहुंच परिवहन और संचार सुविधाओं तक पहुंच कई अर्थव्यवस्थाओं (Agglomeration Economies) तक पहुंच ऊपर दिए गए कौन से कारक सही हैं / हैं? केवल 1, 3 और 4 केवल 1, 2 और 4 केवल 1, 2 और 3 1, 2, 3 और 4 Q.8) Consider the following statements with regard to footloose industries: The product cost varies spatially in footloose industries. They are not dependent on any specific raw material. Which of the above statements is/are correct? 1 only 2 only 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.8) उद्योगों के संबंध में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें: उत्पाद लागत स्‍थान स्वतंत्र उद्योगों (footloose industries) में स्थानिक रूप से भिन्न होती है। वे किसी विशिष्ट कच्चे माल पर निर्भर नहीं होते हैं। उपरोक्त कथनों में से कौन सा सही है / हैं? केवल 1 केवल 2 1 और 2 न तो 1 और न ही 2 Q.9) “Cool Climate with moderate rainfall, flat and well drained plain areas, fertile friable loam and heavy inputs in the form of irrigation, high yielding varieties seeds, fertilizers and mechanisation” Above description is most suitable for which kind of crop in India? Rice Maize Jowar Wheat Q.9) "मध्यम वर्षा के साथ ठंडी जलवायु, समतल और अच्छी तरह से सूखा हुआ मैदानी क्षेत्र, उपजाऊ भुरभुरी दोमट और सिंचाई के रूप में भारी इनपुट, उच्च उपज वाली किस्मों के बीज, उर्वरक और मशीनीकरण" उपरोक्त विवरण, भारत में किस प्रकार की फसल के लिए सबसे उपयुक्त है? चावल मक्का ज्वार गेहूँ Q.10) Which among the following is known as “Black Ore”? Magnetite Haematite Limonite Siderite Q.10) निम्नलिखित में से किसे "काले अयस्क" (Black Ore) के रूप में जाना जाता है? मैग्नेटाइट हेमटाइट लिमोनाईट सिडेराईट Q.11) Consider the following descriptions of a mineral found in India: It forms when laterite soils are severely leached of silica and other soluble materials in a wet tropical or subtropical climate. In India, Odisha is the leading producing state. It is a sedimentary rock with high aluminium content. Which of the following minerals is described in the above statements? Iron Copper Bauxite Manganese. Q.11) भारत में पाए जाने वाले खनिज के निम्नलिखित विवरणों पर विचार करें: यह तब निर्मित होता है जब लेटेराइट मिट्टी में सिलिका और अन्य घुलनशील सामग्रियों की आद्र उष्णकटिबंधीय या उपोष्णकटिबंधीय जलवायु में गंभीर रूप से लीचिंग होती है। भारत में, ओडिशा अग्रणी उत्पादक राज्य है। यह उच्च एल्यूमीनियम सामग्री के साथ एक अवसादी चट्टान है। उपरोक्त कथन में, निम्नलिखित में से किस खनिज का वर्णन किया गया है? लोहा तांबा बॉक्साइट मैंगनीज Q.12) Consider the following statements: It is known as ‘Abhrak’ Its insulating properties have made it a valuable mineral in electrical and electronics industry. Muscovite, Phlogopite and Biotite are three major types found in India. Which of the following minerals is described above? Dolomite Asbestos Mica Sillimanite Q.12) निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें: इसे 'अभ्रक' (Abhrak) के नाम से जाना जाता है इसके रोधक (insulating) गुणों ने इसे इलेक्ट्रिकल और इलेक्ट्रॉनिक्स उद्योग में एक मूल्यवान खनिज बना दिया है। Muscovite, Phlogopite और Biotite भारत में पाए जाने वाले तीन प्रमुख प्रकार हैं। निम्नलिखित में से कौन सा खनिज ऊपर वर्णित है? डोलोमाइट एस्बेस्टस अभ्रक (Mica) सिलिमेनाइट Q.13) Consider the following statements: Cement industry is the largest consumer of iron ore in India next to the Iron and Steel industry. India is the world’s largest producer of sponge iron. Which of the above statements is/are correct? 1 only 2 only 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.13) निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें: सीमेंट उद्योग भारत में लौह और इस्पात उद्योग के बाद में लौह अयस्क का सबसे बड़ा उपभोक्ता है। भारत स्पंज आयरन (sponge iron) का विश्व का सबसे बड़ा उत्पादक है। उपरोक्त कथनों में से कौन सा सही है / हैं? केवल 1 केवल 2 1 और 2 न तो 1 और न ही 2 Q.14) Consider the following statements with respect to coal reserves in India: Gondwana rocks contain about 98 percent of coal reserves of India. Lignite known as brown coal is the lowest quality coal found. Which of the above statements is/are correct? 1 only 2 only 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.14) भारत में कोयला भंडार के संबंध में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें: गोंडवाना चट्टानों में भारत का लगभग 98 प्रतिशत कोयला भंडार है। भूरे कोयले (brown coal) के रूप में जाना जाने वाला लिग्नाइट सबसे निम्न गुणवत्ता वाला कोयला है। उपरोक्त कथनों में से कौन सा सही है / हैं? केवल 1 केवल 2 1 और 2 न तो 1 और न ही 2 Q.15) Consider the following services: Radio service. Real estate Advisory and Consultant Retail trade Inland water transport. Which of the above is/are tertiary sector activities? Choose the correct option: 1, 3. 4 and 5 Only 1, 2. 4and 5 Only 1, 2, 3 and 4 Only 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 Q.15) निम्नलिखित सेवाओं पर विचार करें: रेडियो सेवा रियल एस्टेट सलाहकारी और परामर्शदायी खुदरा व्यापार अंतर्देशीय जल परिवहन। उपरोक्त में से कौन सी, तृतीयक क्षेत्र की गतिविधियाँ हैं / हैं? सही विकल्प चुनें: केवल 1, 3. 4 और 5 केवल 1, 2. 4 और 5 केवल 1, 2, 3 और 4 1, 2, 3, 4 और 5 Q.16) Which of the following are the problems faced by the jute industry in India? Inadequate supply of raw materials. Obsolete machinery Competition from substitutes. Choose the correct option: 1 only 1 and 3 1 and 2 1, 2 and 3 Q.16) भारत में जूट उद्योग, निम्नलिखित में से कौन सी समस्याओं का सामना कर रहा है? कच्चे माल की अपर्याप्त आपूर्ति अप्रचलित मशीनरी विकल्प (substitutes) से प्रतिस्पर्धा सही विकल्प चुनें: केवल 1 1 और 3 1 और 2 1, 2 और 3 Q.17) Which of the following crops are considered as Rabi crops in India? Wheat Rapeseed Cotton Mustard. Choose the correct option: 1 and 2 only 1 and 3 only 1, 2 and 4 only 1, 2, 3 and 4 Q.17) भारत में निम्न में से किस फसल को रबी फसल माना जाता है? गेहूँ सफेद सरसों (Rapeseed) कपास सरसों सही विकल्प चुनें: केवल 1 और 2 केवल 1 और 3 केवल 1, 2 और 4 1, 2, 3 और 4 Q.18) Consider the following statements with respect to Silk Industry in India: India is the largest producer of raw silk in the world. More than two-third of silk produced in India is Mulberry silk. Muga silk is exclusively found in Assam region Which of the above statements is/are correct? 1 only 1 and 2 only 2 and 3 only 1, 2 and 3 Q.18) भारत में रेशम उद्योग के संबंध में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें: भारत विश्व में कच्चे रेशम का सबसे बड़ा उत्पादक है। भारत में उत्पादित रेशम का दो-तिहाई से अधिक शहतूत रेशम (Mulberry silk) है। मुगा रेशम विशेष रूप से असम क्षेत्र में पाया जाता है उपरोक्त कथनों में से कौन सा सही है / हैं? केवल 1 केवल 1 और 2 केवल 2 और 3 1, 2 और 3 Q. 19) Which of the following pairs is/are correctly matched? Steel Plant :: Collaboration with Rourkela Steel plant :: Germany. Bhilai Steel Plant :: Russia. Durgapur Steel Plant :: Russia. Bokaro Steel Plant :: United Kingdom. Choose the correct option: 1 and 2 only 2 and 3 only 1 and 4 only 3 and 4 only Q. 19) निम्नलिखित में से कौन सा युग्म सही रूप से सुमेलित है / हैं? इस्पात संयंत्र सहयोग कर्ता राउरकेला इस्पात संयंत्र जर्मनी भिलाई इस्पात संयंत्र रूस दुर्गापुर इस्पात संयंत्र रूस बोकारो इस्पात संयंत्र यूनाइटेड किंगडम सही विकल्प चुनें: केवल 1 और 2 केवल 2 और 3 केवल 1 और 4 केवल 3 और 4 Q.20) Which of the following pairs is/are correctly matched? Rail Factory :: Location The Integral Coach Factory :: Perambur Bharat Earth Movers :: Pune Rail Coach Factory :: Bengaluru Rail Wheel Factory :: Kapurthala Choose the correct option: 1 only 1 and 4 only 1, 2 and 4 only 1, 2, 3 and 4 Q.20) निम्नलिखित में से कौन सा युग्म सही ढंग से सुमेलित है / हैं? रेल कारखाना स्थान इंटीग्रल कोच फैक्ट्री पेरम्बूर भारत अर्थ मूवर्स पुणे रेल कोच फैक्टरी बेंगलुरु रेल पहिया कारखाना कपूरथला सही विकल्प चुनें: केवल 1 केवल 1 और 4 केवल 1, 2 और 4 1, 2, 3 और 4 Q.21) With reference to National e-Vidhan Application (NeVA) Project, Consider the following statements: NeVA is mission mode project to digitize the functioning of State Legislatures in India. The Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs is the nodal ministry for its implementation. Andhra Pradesh is the first Digital Legislature of the country. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? 1 and 2 only 2 and 3 only 1 only 1, 2 and 3 Q.21) राष्ट्रीय ई-विधान आवेदन (NeVA) परियोजना के संदर्भ में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें: भारत में राज्य विधानसभाओं के कामकाज को डिजिटल बनाने के लिए NeVA एक मिशन मोड परियोजना है। संसदीय कार्य मंत्रालय इसके कार्यान्वयन के लिए नोडल मंत्रालय है। आंध्र प्रदेश देश का पहला डिजिटल विधानमंडल है। ऊपर दिए गए कथनों में से कौन सा सही है / हैं? केवल 1 और 2 केवल 2 और 3 केवल 1 1, 2 और 3 Q.22) Consider the following statements about Marine Otter It is categorised as ‘endangered’ by the IUCN. It is endemic to South Africa Which of the statements given above is/are incorrect? 1 only 2 only 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.22) समुद्री ओटर (Marine Otter) के बारे में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें इसे IUCN द्वारा 'लुप्तप्राय' (EN) के रूप में वर्गीकृत किया गया है। यह दक्षिण अफ्रीका के लिए स्थानिक है ऊपर दिए गए कथनों में से कौन सा गलत है / हैं? केवल 1 केवल 2 1 और 2 न तो 1 और न ही 2 Q.23) Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding Hojagiri? Hojagiri is a folk dance, performed in the state of Nagaland. The dance is performed only by men. Select the correct answer using the code given below: 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.23) होजागिरी (Hojagiri) के संबंध में, निम्नलिखित में से कौन सा कथन सही है / हैं? होजागिरी एक लोक नृत्य है, जो नागालैंड राज्य में किया जाता है। नृत्य केवल पुरुषों द्वारा किया जाता है। नीचे दिए गए कूट का उपयोग करके सही उत्तर चुनें: केवल 1 केवल 2 1 और 2 दोनों न तो 1 और न ही 2 Q.24) With reference to Rani ki Vav, Consider the following statements: It is located in Rajasthan. It is the only stepwell to be declared a UNESCO World Heritage site. It is Located on the banks of Saraswati river Which of the statements given above is/are correct? 1 and 2 only 1 and 3 only 2 and 3 only 1, 2 and 3 Q.24) रानी की वाव के संदर्भ में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें: यह राजस्थान में स्थित है। यह यूनेस्को द्वारा विश्व धरोहर स्थल घोषित की जाने वाली एकमात्र बावली (stepwell) है। यह सरस्वती नदी के तट पर स्थित है ऊपर दिए गए कथनों में से कौन सा सही है / हैं? केवल 1 और 2 केवल 1 और 3 केवल 2 और 3 1, 2 और 3 Q.25) Consider the following statements about Gharials It is categorised as ‘critically endangered’ by the IUCN. Gharials live in clear freshwater river systems. Gharials are now found only in India and Nepal. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? 1 and 2 only 2 and 3 only 2 only 1, 2 and 3 Q.25) घड़ियाल (Gharials) के बारे में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें इसे IUCN द्वारा 'गंभीर रूप से लुप्तप्राय' (CR) के रूप में वर्गीकृत किया गया है। घड़ियाल मीठे पानी की नदी प्रणालियों में रहते हैं। घड़ियाल अब केवल भारत और नेपाल में पाए जाते हैं। ऊपर दिए गए कथनों में से कौन सा सही है / हैं? केवल 1 और 2 केवल 2 और 3 केवल 2 1, 2 और 3 Q.26) Consider the following statements Indian Pangolin is found in India only Chinese Pangolin is found in China only Select the correct statements 1 Only 2 Only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.26) निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें भारतीय पैंगोलिन केवल भारत में पाया जाता है चीनी पैंगोलिन केवल चीन में पाया जाता है सही कथनों का चयन करें केवल 1 केवल 2 1 और 2 दोनों न तो 1 और न ही 2 Q.27) ‘UN Human Rights Council Resolution 30/1 and its two successor resolutions, 34/1 and 40/1’ were in news recently. It is associated with which of the following countries? Myanmar China Sri Lanka Rwanda Q.27) ‘संयुक्त राष्ट्र मानवाधिकार परिषद संकल्प 30/1 और इसके दो उत्तराधिकारी संकल्प, 34/1 और 40/1' हाल ही में समाचारों में थे। यह निम्नलिखित देशों में से किसके साथ संबंधित हैं? म्यांमार चीन श्रीलंका रवांडा Q.28) Which of the following statements is/are correct? The essence of Article 30(1) is to ensure equal treatment between the majority and the minority institutions. Right of minorities to establish and administer educational institutions of their choice is absolute. Select the correct statements 1 Only 2 Only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.28) निम्नलिखित में से कौन सा कथन सही है / हैं? अनुच्छेद 30 (1) का सार बहुसंख्यक और अल्पसंख्यक संस्थानों के बीच समान उपचार सुनिश्चित करना है। अल्पसंख्यकों को उनकी पसंद के शिक्षण संस्थानों की स्थापना और प्रशासन का अधिकार पूर्ण (absolute) है। सही कथनों का चयन करें केवल 1 केवल 2 1 और 2 दोनों न तो 1 और न ही 2 Q.29) Consider the following statements with respect to ‘International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT)’ It is headquartered in Hyderabad. It was founded in 1972 by a consortium of organisations convened by the Ford and the Rockefeller foundations. Select the correct statements 1 Only 2 Only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.29) अंतर्राष्ट्रीय अर्द्ध-शुष्क उष्णकटिबंधीय फसल अनुसंधान संस्थान (ICRISAT) के संबंध में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें। इसका मुख्यालय हैदराबाद में है। इसकी स्थापना 1972 में फोर्ड और रॉकफेलर फाउंडेशन द्वारा बुलाई गई संस्थाओं के एक संघ द्वारा की गई थी। सही कथनों का चयन करें केवल 1 केवल 2 1 और 2 दोनों न तो 1 और न ही 2 Q.30) ‘TIGR2ESS’ is concerned with Trafficking of Wild Animals Land Degradation Neutrality Food Security Wetlands Conservation Q.30) 'TIGR2ESS' किससे संबंधित है वन्य जीवों की तस्करी भूमि अवक्रमण तटस्थता खाद्य सुरक्षा आद्रभूमि संरक्षण DOWNLOAD THE SOLUTION ENGLISH HINDI NOTE- Follow this for Comments Mention- Time Taken after solving the Test After the release of Solution Edit your Comment to Mention- Correct/Incorrect and Score 2 Marks for Correct/0.66 minus for Incorrect. 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Creative Guidance – Beginning Meditation – Inspirational Educative Articles

Beginning Meditation: To observe the experiences of the body, pick a point on your body and simply focus on it. Don’t bother about meditation. When meditation has to happen, it will happen by itself. Just keep focusing. Every time your mind wants to qualify the actions or the sensations of the body, stay alert and bring your focus back to the body. Do not allow the mind to take your attention away from the body. It is very easy to drift into thinking and forget the body. For example, you can hear all these sounds coming from the pond (frogs croaking in the background). As long as you keep your focus and awareness on the sound, and observe how your body is responding to these sounds, you are with the experience of the body. But, the moment you begin to think, “What is this sound? Where is this sound coming from? Is it a frog or something else? I wonder how frogs make these sounds.” Then you have drifted into the mind and its world of imagination. If you can stay with the body, you can actually hear all the sounds as a form of vibration in your body. If you close your eyes and try to experience the sensations using your body, you will notice that your body is vibrating along with the sound. If you stop drifting into thoughts and use your body to experience the sound, you will experience all this very differently. You will see that there is a deeper connection between your body and the surroundings. There is something deeply satisfying in the process of putting your body amidst nature and observing all its sensations. It is unfortunate that we are slowly losing this ability to feel and experience life through our bodies. We are getting more and more entangled in our imaginary minds. “This article is a part of the creative endeavor of Meditation Farm and IASBABA.”

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