Apr 14, 2020 60 DAYS PROGRAMME-PRELIMS 2020

IASbaba’s 60 Day Plan [Day - 38]- IAS Prelims Test Series 2020 POLITY & 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 38 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. From today, you will be able to speak with the Founders and Core Team of IASbaba on telephone regarding ‘any queries’ related to UPSC preparation in general or Subject-specific doubts. This Hotline, will be in addition to the 'ASK YOUR BABA' (#ASKBABA) thread opened on a daily basis for our 60 Day plan. We will try to make sure that with so much going around these days, you have at least one less thing to worry about.   How to make use of HOTLINE and ASK YOUR BABA (#ASKBABA)? There are 2 initiatives which will be running parallely. 1. HOTLINE - Connect with BABA (5pm - 7pm) The communication channel will be open ONLY for 2 hours Daily (except on Sundays - holiday) from 5pm to 7 pm. Please do not make calls before or after the specified time. As we will be occupied with other daily initiatives running on the website and mentorship. Hope you understand our time constraints. Please note that, call facilities are mainly for queries related to preparation per se like strategies, difficulties in reading a subject, what to read, what not to read, how to manage time, revision, motivation etc. You can call on the numbers given below. For any queries related to - UPSC Preparation (Prelims, Mains, Interview) Strategy & Current Affairs – contact 9986190082 Environment & Science and Technology – contact 9986193016 Polity & Economics – contact 9899291288 Geography & History – contact 9591106864 We have separated General Strategy (Preparation per se – Pre, Mains, Interview) and Current Affairs from other subjects. You can make use of the HOTLINE, as per your needs.   2. ASK YOUR BABA (#ASKBABA) - clear your doubts on the 60 Day Platform (Online from 11 am - 10 pm) Use the disqus comment section of that particular day (60 Day post - For Ex: Today is Day 25) to clear all your subject specific doubts of the day. You can post your queries/doubts with #ASKBABA !! Here, doubts related to the 60 day questions or conceptual clarity in a particular subject can be asked. Your doubts will be cleared on real-time basis (or max within hour it will be answered from the subject experts) If you are genuinely finding difficulty interms of preparing with that particular subject, then you can use 5pm-7pm window to make calls. If you are not able to speak to IASbaba's Team, then you can still post your doubts/queries in the same post of the 60 day initiative. As mentioned above, your doubts will be cleared on real-time basis (or max within hour it will be answered from the subject experts). Make the best use of the communication channel (Ask Your Baba/comment section on daily 60 Day post and calls) provided. We will make sure that, all your queries will be answered to. So we have  tried our bit, to ensure your preparation goes smoothly, you can do your bit by keeping in touch with us via phone/ website to keep yourself going, keep yourself engaged and staying positive during the rough times.   How to make the maximum use of this HOTLINE and #ASKBABA (Disqus comment of 60 Day Plan) on Daily basis? Now, that I have solved 30 mcq’s, what to do next?  How to Analyse my Performance? For Answers to the above Questions  ->CONNECT WITH BABA: IASbaba’s Dedicated HOTLINE for UPSC/IAS Aspirants !!   Note- Download the OMR Sheet and attempt the questions exactly like UPSC Prelims. After you are done, please post your OMR in the comment section. Once the solution key is released (5 PM), cross-check the answers and again, comment the marks (you got) in the same comment thread. This will keep you responsible and sincere in days to come. 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) Which of the following provisions ensure independence of Supreme Court in India? Appointment of judges by President in consultation with the judiciary Expenses Charged on Consolidated Fund of India Judges can be removed only by the Chief Justice of India Conduct of judges can be discussed only in the Parliament Choose the correct answer using codes below 1 and 2 2 and 4 1,2 and 4 All of the above Q.1) निम्नलिखित में से कौन सा प्रावधान, भारत में सर्वोच्च न्यायालय की स्वतंत्रता सुनिश्चित करता है? न्यायपालिका के परामर्श से राष्ट्रपति द्वारा न्यायाधीशों की नियुक्ति व्ययों का भारत के समेकित कोष पर भारित होना   न्यायाधीशों को केवल भारत के मुख्य न्यायाधीश द्वारा हटाया जा सकता है न्यायाधीशों के आचरण पर केवल संसद में चर्चा हो सकती है नीचे दिए गए कूट का उपयोग करके सही उत्तर चुनें 1 और 2 2 और 4 1,2 और 4 उपरोक्त सभी Q.2) Consider the following statements regarding advisory jurisdiction of Supreme Court The Supreme Court on any matter may tender or may refuse to tender its opinion to the president. The opinion expressed by the Supreme Court is only advisory. Choose the correct answer using codes below 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.2) सर्वोच्च न्यायालय के सलाहकारी क्षेत्राधिकार के बारे में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें किसी भी मामले पर सर्वोच्च न्यायालय राष्ट्रपति को राय दे सकता है या अपनी राय देने से इंकार कर सकता है। सर्वोच्च न्यायालय द्वारा व्यक्त की गई राय केवल सलाहकारी होती 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.3) As a Court of Record, which of the following powers have been bestowed upon the Supreme Court? The recorded judgments of Supreme Court cannot be questioned when produced before any court. Supreme Court has power to punish for contempt of court Choose the correct answer using codes below 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.3) अभिलेख-न्यायालय (Court of Record) के रूप में, निम्नलिखित में से कौन सी शक्तियाँ सर्वोच्च न्यायालय को प्रदान की गई हैं? सर्वोच्च न्यायालय के अभिलिखित किए गए निर्णयों पर प्रश्न नहीं किया जा सकता है, जब किसी भी न्यायालय में प्रस्तुत किया जाता है। सर्वोच्च न्यायालय को न्यायालय की अवमानना के लिए दंडित करने की शक्ति 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.4) Consider the following statements regarding National Emergency Proclamation of emergency can survive beyond 6 months without approval from both the houses. It can be revoked by the President without Parliamentary approval. It has been proclaimed only once in India, post 1975. Choose the correct answer using codes below 1 and 2 1 and 3 2 and 3 All of the above Q.4) राष्ट्रीय आपातकाल (National emergency) के बारे में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें आपातकाल की घोषणा दोनों सदनों से अनुमोदन के बिना 6 महीने से अधिक बनी रह सकती है। इसे संसदीय स्वीकृति के बिना राष्ट्रपति द्वारा निरस्त किया जा सकता है। इसे भारत में 1975 के बाद केवल एक बार घोषित किया गया है। नीचे दिए गए कूट का उपयोग करके सही उत्तर चुनें 1 और 2 1 और 3 2 और 3 उपरोक्त सभी Q.5) Which of the following statements regarding National Emergency are incorrect? The state governments might be suspended while emergency is in operation. The laws made by Parliament on the state subjects during a National Emergency remain in operation even after the emergency has ceased to operate. During the emergency, the President can cancel the transfer of finances from Centre to the states without approval of Parliament. Choose the correct answer using codes below 1 and 2 1 and 3 2 and 3 All of the above Q.5) राष्ट्रीय आपातकाल (National emergency) के बारे में, निम्नलिखित में से कौन सा कथन गलत है? राज्य सरकारें निलंबित हो सकती हैं, जब आपातकालीन स्थिति संचलन में हो। राष्ट्रीय आपातकाल के दौरान राज्य के विषयों पर संसद द्वारा बनाए गए कानून, आपातकाल की समाप्ति के बाद भी परिचालन में रहते हैं। आपातकाल के दौरान, राष्ट्रपति संसद की मंजूरी के बिना केंद्र से राज्यों को वित्त हस्तांतरण को रद्द कर सकता है। नीचे दिए गए कूट का उपयोग करके सही उत्तर चुनें 1 और 2 1 और 3 2 और 3 उपरोक्त सभी Q.6) Consider the following statements regarding effect of National emergency on fundamental rights When a proclamation of national emergency is made, the six Fundamental Rights under Article 19 are automatically suspended. Article 20 and 21 remain enforceable during emergency. The legislative and executive actions taken during the emergency cannot be challenged even after the Emergency ceases to operate. Choose the correct answer using codes below 1 and 2 2 only 1 and 3 All of the above Q.6) मौलिक अधिकारों पर राष्ट्रीय आपातकाल के प्रभाव के बारे में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें जब राष्ट्रीय आपातकाल की घोषणा की जाती है, तो अनुच्छेद 19 के तहत छह मौलिक अधिकार स्वतः निलंबित हो जाते हैं। अनुच्छेद 20 और 21 आपातकाल के दौरान भी लागू रहते हैं। आपातकाल के दौरान ली गई विधायी और कार्यकारी कार्रवाइयों को आपातकाल के बाद भी चुनौती नहीं दी जा सकती है। नीचे दिए गए कूट का उपयोग करके सही उत्तर चुनें 1 और 2 केवल 2 1 और 3 उपरोक्त सभी Q.7) Consider the following statements regarding President’s rule President’s rule can be imposed when a state fails to comply with the direction from the Centre. A resolution approving the proclamation of President’s Rule can be passed by either House of Parliament only by a simple majority. The Parliament passes the state budget during imposition of President’s rule. Choose the correct answer using codes below 1 and 2 2 and 3 1 and 3 All of the above Q.7) राष्ट्रपति शासन (President’s rule) के बारे में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें राष्ट्रपति शासन तब लागू किया जा सकता है, जब कोई राज्य केंद्र से निर्देश का पालन करने में विफल रहता है। राष्ट्रपति शासन की घोषणा को मंजूरी देने वाला प्रस्ताव संसद के किसी भी सदन द्वारा केवल साधारण बहुमत से पारित किया जा सकता है। संसद राष्ट्रपति शासन लगने के दौरान, राज्य बजट पारित करती है। नीचे दिए गए कूट का उपयोग करके सही उत्तर चुनें 1 और 2 2 और 3 1 और 3 उपरोक्त सभी Q.8) Consider the following statements regarding President’s rule During imposition of the President’s rule, state executive is dismissed and state legislature is either suspended or dissolved. Lok Sabha should pass a resolution for revocation of the President’s rule. Choose the correct answer using codes below 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.8) राष्ट्रपति शासन के बारे में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें राष्ट्रपति शासन लागू होने के दौरान, राज्य कार्यपालिका को बर्खास्त कर दिया जाता है तथा राज्य विधायिका या तो निलंबित या भंग कर दी जाती है। राष्ट्रपति शासन के निरसन के लिए लोकसभा को प्रस्ताव पारित करना होता 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.9) Consider the following statements regarding Financial Emergency It can be continued indefinitely but requires the approval of Parliament every year. During its operation, the Centre acquires full control over the states in financial matters. Choose the correct answer using codes below 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.9) वित्तीय आपातकाल (Financial Emergency) के बारे में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें इसे अनिश्चित काल तक जारी रखा जा सकता है, लेकिन इसके लिए प्रत्येक वर्ष संसद की मंजूरी की आवश्यकता होती है। इसके संचालन के दौरान, केंद्र राज्यों के वित्तीय मामलों पर पूर्ण नियंत्रण प्राप्त कर लेता 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.10) The Supreme Court in Bommai case (1994) enlisted the situations where the exercise of power under Article 356 could be proper or improper. Which of the following situations amount to proper imposition of President’s rule in a state? Hung assembly Maladministration Disregard of constitutional directions given by the Central government Stringent financial exigencies Choose the correct answer using codes below 1 and 3 2 and 3 1, 3 and 4 All of the above Q.10) बोम्मई मामले (1994) में सर्वोच्च न्यायालय ने उन स्थितियों को सूचीबद्ध किया, जहां अनुच्छेद 356 के तहत शक्ति का प्रयोग उचित या अनुचित हो सकता है। किसी राज्य में राष्ट्रपति शासन लागू करने के लिए निम्नलिखित में से कौन सी स्थितियाँ हैं? त्रिशंकु विधानसभा (Hung assembly) कुशासन (Maladministration) केंद्र सरकार द्वारा दिए गए संवैधानिक निर्देशों की अवहेलना कठोर वित्तीय अनिवार्यता (Stringent financial exigencies) नीचे दिए गए कूट का उपयोग करके सही उत्तर चुनें 1 और 3 2 और 3 1,3 और 4 उपरोक्त सभी Q.11) Consider the following statements regarding Supreme Court It has the original, exclusive and final authority in deciding the disputes regarding the election of the President and the Vice President. Its jurisdiction and powers with respect to matters in the Union list can be enlarged by the Parliament. Choose the correct answer using codes below 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.11) सर्वोच्च न्यायालय के संबंध में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें इसके पास राष्ट्रपति और उपराष्ट्रपति के चुनाव के विवादों का निर्णय करने का मूल, अनन्य और अंतिम अधिकार है। संघ सूची में मामलों के संबंध में इसके अधिकार क्षेत्र और शक्तियां संसद द्वारा विस्तारित की जा सकती हैं। 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.12) Consider the following statements regarding Supreme Court of India Unlike Supreme Court of USA, Supreme Court in India has wide discretion to grant special leave to appeal in any matter against the judgement of any court or tribunal. Unlike in USA, scope of judicial review by Supreme Court in India is very wide. Choose the correct answer using codes below 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.12) भारत के सर्वोच्च न्यायालय के बारे में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें यूएसए के सर्वोच्च न्यायालय के विपरीत, भारत में सर्वोच्च न्यायालय के पास किसी भी न्यायालय या न्यायाधिकरण के निर्णय के खिलाफ किसी भी मामले में अपील करने के लिए विशेष अवकाश (special leave) देने का व्यापक विवेकाधिकार है। यूएसए के विपरीत, भारत में सर्वोच्च न्यायालय के पास न्यायिक समीक्षा का दायरा अधिक व्यापक 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.13) According to the Indian Constitution, scope of judicial review is limited to Infringement of Fundamental rights Law is outside the competence of the authority which has framed it Question of reasonableness, suitability or policy implications Choose the correct answer using codes below 1 and 2 2 and 3 1 and 3 All of the above Q.13) भारतीय संविधान के अनुसार, न्यायिक समीक्षा का दायरा कहाँ तक सीमित है मौलिक अधिकारों का उल्लंघन कानून, उस प्राधिकरण की सक्षमता से बाहर है, जिसने उसे बनाया है तर्कशीलता, उपयुक्तता या नीतिगत निहितार्थ का प्रश्न नीचे दिए गए कूट का उपयोग करके सही उत्तर चुनें 1 और 2 2 और 3 1 और 3 उपरोक्त सभी Q.14) In accordance with the Supreme Court guidelines, petitions belonging to which of the following categories alone can be entertained as PIL? Petitions against atrocities on women Petitions pertaining to environmental pollution Petitions for early hearing of cases pending in High Courts and Subordinate Courts Choose the correct answer using codes below 1 and 2 2 and 3 1 and 3 All of the above Q.14) सर्वोच्च न्यायालय के दिशा-निर्देशों के अनुसार, निम्नलिखित में से किस श्रेणी से संबंधित याचिकाएं पीआईएल के रूप में स्वीकार की जा सकती हैं? महिलाओं पर अत्याचार के विरुद्ध याचिकाएँ पर्यावरण प्रदूषण से संबंधित याचिकाएँ उच्च न्यायालयों और अधीनस्थ न्यायालयों में लंबित मामलों की त्वरित सुनवाई के लिए याचिकाएँ नीचे दिए गए कूट का उपयोग करके सही उत्तर चुनें 1 और 2 2 और 3 1 और 3 उपरोक्त सभी Q.15) Consider the following statements with respect to high courts in India The Parliament can extend the jurisdiction of a high court to any union territory. The Parliament can exclude the jurisdiction of a high court from any union territory. The Parliament determines the strength of high court from time to time. Choose the correct answer using codes below 1 and 2 2 and 3 1 and 3 All of the above Q.15) भारत में उच्च न्यायालयों के संबंध में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें संसद उच्च न्यायालय के क्षेत्राधिकार को किसी भी केंद्र शासित प्रदेश तक विस्तारित कर सकती है। संसद उच्च न्यायालय के क्षेत्राधिकार को किसी भी केंद्र शासित प्रदेश से समाप्त कर सकती है। संसद समय-समय पर उच्च न्यायालय की सदस्य संख्या (strength) का निर्धारण करती है। नीचे दिए गए कूट का उपयोग करके सही उत्तर चुनें 1 और 2 2 और 3 1 और 3 उपरोक्त सभी Q.16) Which of the following are the qualifications prescribed in the Constitution for a judge of High Court? He should be a citizen of India. He should have completed 35 years of age. He should have been an advocate of a high court for ten years. Choose the correct answer using codes below 1 and 2 2 and 3 1 and 3 All of the above Q.16) उच्च न्यायालय के न्यायाधीश के लिए, निम्नलिखित में से कौन-सी योग्यता संविधान में निर्धारित है? वह भारत का नागरिक होना चाहिए। उसे 35 वर्ष की आयु पूरी करनी चाहिए। उसे दस वर्ष के लिए उच्च न्यायालय का अधिवक्ता होना चाहिए। नीचे दिए गए कूट का उपयोग करके सही उत्तर चुनें 1 और 2 2 और 3 1 और 3 उपरोक्त सभी Q.17) Consider the following statements with respect to high courts in India The judges of a high court are appointed by the Governor in consultation with the chief justice of India and the chief justice of the high court. The salaries of judges can be changed to their disadvantage after their appointment during financial emergency. The salaries and allowances of the judges are charged on the consolidated fund of the state. Choose the correct answer using codes below 1 and 2 2 and 3 1 and 3 All of the above Q.17) भारत में उच्च न्यायालयों के संबंध में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें एक उच्च न्यायालय के न्यायाधीशों को भारत के मुख्य न्यायाधीश और उच्च न्यायालय के मुख्य न्यायाधीश के परामर्श से राज्यपाल द्वारा नियुक्त किया जाता है। वित्तीय आपातकाल के दौरान, न्यायाधीशों के वेतन को उनकी नियुक्ति के बाद कम किया जा सकता है। न्यायाधीशों के वेतन और भत्ते, राज्य के समेकित निधि पर भारित होते हैं। नीचे दिए गए कूट का उपयोग करके सही उत्तर चुनें 1 और 2 2 और 3 1 और 3 उपरोक्त सभी Q.18) In which of the following cases, high courts enjoy original jurisdiction in India? Disputes relating to the election of members of Parliament Enforcement of fundamental rights of citizens Matters of marriage and divorce Choose the correct answer using codes below 1 and 2 2 and 3 1 and 3 All of the above Q.18) निम्नलिखित में से किस मामले में, उच्च न्यायालय भारत में मूल क्षेत्राधिकार (original jurisdiction) का आनंद लेते हैं? संसद के सदस्यों के चुनाव से संबंधित विवाद नागरिकों के मौलिक अधिकारों का प्रवर्तन शादी और तलाक के मामले नीचे दिए गए कूट का उपयोग करके सही उत्तर चुनें 1 और 2 2 और 3 1 और 3 उपरोक्त सभी Q.19) Primary functions of Legal Services Authorities, established under the National Legal Services Authority (NALSA) are To provide free legal services to the eligible persons To organize Lok Adalats To organize legal awareness camps in the rural areas Choose the correct answer using codes below 1 and 2 2 and 3 1 and 3 All of the above Q.19) राष्ट्रीय विधिक सेवा प्राधिकरण (NALSA) के तहत स्थापित कानूनी सेवा प्राधिकरणों के प्राथमिक कार्य हैं पात्र व्यक्तियों को मुफ्त कानूनी सेवाएं प्रदान करना लोक अदालतों का आयोजन करना ग्रामीण क्षेत्रों में कानूनी जागरूकता शिविर आयोजित करना नीचे दिए गए कूट का उपयोग करके सही उत्तर चुनें 1 और 2 2 और 3 1 और 3 उपरोक्त सभी Q.20) Which of the following statement regarding Lok Adalats is incorrect? The award by the Lok Adalat is binding on the parties. The Lok Adalat has the same powers as are vested in a Civil Court. Appeal against the award of the Lok Adalat lies in the High Court. All of the above are correct. Q.20) लोक अदालतों के संबंध में, निम्नलिखित में से कौन सा कथन गलत है? लोक अदालत द्वारा दिए गए निर्णय पक्षकारों पर बाध्यकारी होते हैं। लोक अदालत के पास वैसी ही शक्तियां हैं, जैसी कि एक सिविल कोर्ट में निहित होती हैं। लोक अदालत द्वारा दिए गए निर्णय के विरुद्ध अपील उच्च न्यायालय में निहित होती है। उपरोक्त सभी सही हैं। Q.21) With reference to National Strategy for Financial Inclusion (NSFI), consider the following statements: The strategy aims to strengthen the ecosystem for various modes of digital financial services in all Tier-II to Tier VI centers. It is released by NITI Aayog. To make the Public Credit Registry fully operational by 2022 is one of the objectives of the strategy. Which of the statements given above is/are INCORRECT?  1 and 2 only 2 only 2 and 3 only 1 and 3 only Q.21) वित्तीय समावेशन के लिए राष्ट्रीय रणनीति (NSFI) के संदर्भ में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें: रणनीति का लक्ष्य सभी टियर- II से टियर VI केंद्रों में डिजिटल वित्तीय सेवाओं के विभिन्न तरीकों के पारिस्थितिकी तंत्र को मजबूत करना है। इसे नीति आयोग द्वारा जारी किया गया है। सार्वजनिक क्रेडिट रजिस्ट्री का 2022 तक पुर्णतः परिचालन रणनीति के उद्देश्यों में से एक है। ऊपर दिए गए कथनों में से कौन सा गलत है / हैं? केवल 1 और 2 केवल 2  केवल 2 और 3 केवल 1 और 3 Q.22) The One Trillion Trees Initiative was launched recently by which of the following? Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) The United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCCD) The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) World Economic Forum (WEF) Q.22) ‘एक ट्रिलियन वृक्ष पहल’ (One Trillion Trees Initiative), हाल ही में निम्न में से किसके द्वारा आरंभ किया गया था? खाद्य और कृषि संगठन (FAO) संयुक्त राष्ट्र मरुस्थलीकरण रोकथाम अभिसमय (UNCCCD) प्रकृति के संरक्षण के लिए अंतर्राष्ट्रीय संघ (IUCN) विश्व आर्थिक मंच (WEF) Q.23) India signed the Migration and Mobility Partnership Agreement with which of the following? Russia France Japan Canada Q.23) भारत ने निम्नलिखित में से किसके साथ प्रवासन और गतिशीलता साझेदारी समझौते (Migration and Mobility Partnership Agreement) पर हस्ताक्षर किए हैं? रूस फ्रांस जापान कनाडा Q.24) Consider the following statements about TrueNat Test: It is an indigenous molecular diagnostic tool for tuberculosis diagnosis. It is a polymerase chain reaction (PCR)-based test which can also detect drug resistance with the use of chips. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? 1 only 2 only  Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.24) ट्रूनेट टेस्ट (TrueNat Test) के बारे में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें: यह तपेदिक निदान के लिए एक स्वदेशी आणविक नैदानिक उपकरण है। यह एक पोलीमरेज़ चेन रिएक्शन (polymerase chain reaction -PCR) आधारित परीक्षण है, जो चिप् के उपयोग से दवा प्रतिरोध का भी पता लगा सकता 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.25) Consider the following pairs:       Buddhist monastic sites State    1. Moghalmari Uttar Pradesh    2. Bojjannakonda Andhra Pradesh    3. Lingalametta Karnataka    Which of the pairs given above are incorrectly matched? 1 and 3 only 1 only 2 and 3 only 1, 2 and 3 Q.25) निम्नलिखित युग्मों पर विचार करें:                               बौद्ध मठ स्थल                                 राज्य    1. मोघलमारी                              उत्तर प्रदेश    2. बोज्जनकोंडा                                आंध्र प्रदेश    3. लिंगलामेत्ता                                कर्नाटक   ऊपर दी गई कौन सी जोड़ी गलत तरीके से मेल खाती है? केवल 1 और 3 केवल 1 केवल 2 और 3 1, 2 और 3 Q.26) Consider the following statements with respect to ‘Mission Innovation’. It is a global initiative of 24 countries and the European Union to accelerate global clean energy innovation. It was launched during the 2015 United Nations Climate Change Conference (CoP 21). Select the correct statements 1 Only 2 Only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.26) 'मिशन इनोवेशन' (Mission Innovation) के संबंध में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें। यह वैश्विक स्वच्छ ऊर्जा नवाचार में तेजी लाने के लिए 24 देशों और यूरोपीय संघ की एक वैश्विक पहल है। यह 2015 के संयुक्त राष्ट्र जलवायु परिवर्तन सम्मेलन (CoP 21) के दौरान लॉन्च किया गया था। सही कथनों का चयन करें केवल 1 केवल 2  1 और 2 दोनों न तो 1 और न ही 2 Q.27) The ‘Corruption Perceptions Index’ is brought out by the World Economic Forum World Bank Transparency International International Court of Justice Q.27) ‘भ्रष्टाचार धारणा सूचकांक’ किसके द्वारा प्रकाशित किया जाता है विश्व आर्थिक मंच विश्व बैंक ट्रांसपेरेंसी इंटरनेशनल अंतर्राष्ट्रीय न्यायालय Q.28) Which of the following statements is most appropriated with respect to ‘Juice Jacking’. It is a process in which transactions for various forms of cryptocurrency are verified and added to the blockchain digital ledger. It is a type of cyber-attack involving a charging port that doubles as a data connection, typically over USB. It is the act of pretending to be someone you are not online, in order to lure someone you've never met into a relationship. It is the fraudulent attempt to obtain sensitive information such as usernames, passwords and credit card details by disguising oneself as a trustworthy entity in an electronic communication.  Q.28) ‘जूस जैकिंग’ (Juice Jacking) के संबंध में, निम्नलिखित में से कौन सा कथन सबसे उपयुक्त है। यह एक प्रक्रिया है, जिसमें क्रिप्टोक्यूरेंसी के विभिन्न रूपों के लिए लेनदेन को सत्यापित किया जाता है तथा ब्लॉकचेन डिजिटल लेज़र में जोड़ा जाता है। यह एक प्रकार का साइबर-हमला है जिसमें एक चार्जिंग पोर्ट शामिल होता है, जैसे आमतौर पर USB, जिस पर डेटा कनेक्शन को दोगुना कर देता है। यह किसी ऐसे व्यक्ति का दिखावा करने की क्रिया है जैसे आप ऑनलाइन नहीं हैं, ऐसे किसी व्यक्ति को लुभाने के लिए जिससे आप कभी किसी संबंध में नहीं रहे। यह एक इलेक्ट्रॉनिक संचार में भरोसेमंद इकाई के रूप में अपने आप को छिपाने के द्वारा उपयोगकर्ता का नाम, पासवर्ड और क्रेडिट कार्ड विवरण जैसी संवेदनशील जानकारी प्राप्त करने का धोखाधड़ी का प्रयास है। Q.29) 'N Chandrasekaran Commitee' was constituted to look into Artificial Intelligence 3D Printing Big Data Algorithm Trading Q.29) 'एन चंद्रशेखरन समिति' का गठन किस कार्य को देखने के किया गया था कृत्रिम बुद्धिमत्ता  3 डी प्रिंटिग बिग डाटा एल्गोरिथम ट्रेडिंग (Algorithm Trading) Q.30) Consider the following statements Lithium-Sulphur (Li-s) batteries store considerably more energy than the Lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries. Li-S batteries are generally considered to be the successors of the Li-ion batteries because of their lower cost of production, energy efficiency and improved safety. Select the correct statements 1 Only 2 Only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.30) निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें लिथियम-सल्फर (Li-s) बैटरी लिथियम-आयन (Li-ion) बैटरी की तुलना में काफी अधिक ऊर्जा स्टोर करती है। लिथियम-सल्फर (Li-s) बैटरी को आमतौर पर उत्पादन की कम लागत, ऊर्जा दक्षता और बेहतर सुरक्षा के कारण लिथियम-आयन (Li-ion) बैटरी की उत्तराधिकारी माना जाता है। सही कथनों का चयन करें केवल 1 केवल 2  1 और 2 दोनों न तो 1 और न ही 2 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 13, 2020 RSTV Video

Virtual Courts and Way forward – The Big Picture – RSTV IAS UPSC

Virtual Courts and Way forward Archives TOPIC: General Studies 2 Judiciary; new developments World post COVID-19 In News: The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on the legal fraternity of India. Following the imposition of the 21-day Coronavirus lockdown, starting with the Supreme Court, many High Courts and subordinate courts have suspended work for the next three weeks or have notified minimal sitting.  The Supreme Court has passed directions for all courts across the country to extensively use video-conferencing for judicial proceedings saying congregation of lawyers and litigants must be suspended to maintain social distancing amid the coronavirus pandemic.  The top court, which has restricted its functioning and is conducting hearing through video conferencing since March 25, exercised its plenary power to direct all high courts to frame a mechanism for use of technology during the pandemic.  A bench headed by the Chief Justice stressed that "technology is here to stay". It also resolved to institutionalise e-processes even after normalcy returns. The work of the courts is a vital public service The top court on March 23 had held a successful trial of its functioning through video-conferencing and three matters were heard virtually in which judges sat in the courtroom while advocates argued from a different spot in the apex court. In a deviation from regular practice, the High Courts of Bombay and Karnataka issued notifications adopting virtual courts using video conferencing facilities on March 17 and 21. It was done to utilise the advances in the information and communications technology to deliver justice at a crucial time and under unprecedented circumstances. The Supreme Court, through its Secretary General Sanjeev Kalgaonkar, on March 23, also notified the use of “Vidyo” app for facilitating hearings via video-conferencing. It is believed that upon request by Senior Advocate Abhishek Manu Singhvi, the Court was willing to extend the video-conferencing facilities even to the offices of counsel. The Court has also kept alternative options of apps and platforms such as WhatsApp, Facetime, and Skype open as well in case of network linkage issues. "It was a very enriching experience and I think it is going to be the order of the day for the future. What was amazing was that there was absolutely no hitch or any break and the 45 minutes long hearing went on absolutely smoothly." – Senior Counsel KV Vishwanathan The Challenges The use of video and audio enabled hearings have also faced significant legal and practical problems including admissibility and authenticity of the evidence received through the video and/or audio transmissions, the identity of the witness and/or individuals subject of the hearings, the confidentiality of the hearings. Other challenges might be poor quality of internet connection, poor and outdated the audio and video equipment, power cuts, inability to establish connection at the agreed time, inability for multi-party to partake especially involving interpreters and vulnerable witnesses. Face-to-face contact is essential to build trust and develop relationships. Guilt or innocence is not, as many would have it, simply a case of knowing whether you did the act alleged. There are also mental elements to to consider, such as the perpetrator's intention. Defences such as duress or reasonable excuse may require the defendant to reveal delicate or personal information – they may not feel comfortable doing so to a stranger over a video link, while sitting in a cramped room in a police station. The Pros Saves significant court costs in terms of building, staff, infrastructure, security, transportation costs for all parties to the court proceedings, especially transfer of prisoners from jails. What is happening around the world? In a letter to his colleagues on March 24, Chief Justice of the Republic of South Africa Mogoeng Mogoeng emphasized that the courts “have to stay open in case members of the public want to bring one challenge or another in relation to the constitutionality or validity of the measures being implemented”. The United Kingdom is bringing in emergency legislation, The Coronavirus Bill (2020), to expand the use of the video and audio link to variety of different proceedings including allowing the public to participate in court and tribunal proceedings through audio and video, so as to alleviate any concerns surrounding the issues of open and fair justice. The Way Forward Going forward, it needs to be cons idered carefully by the Supreme Court of India and the Law Commission of India whether relevant rules and in the High Courts as well as in the lower courts can be amended so that video and audio enabled hearings can be take place for the benefit of the public even beyond the COVID-19 lockdown period. The way forward can be considering the following measures –   Significant investment in court and IT infrastructure Clear classification of cases that can be taken care of in the virtual space Records of the existing ongoing cases will have to be digitised. Case-management systems will need to be modified or replaced to allow for new technology and remote access. Records of the proceedings need to be taken care of in terms of its dissemination More importantly, we should still remember that, at no given circumstances, should speed be equated to efficiency, and efficiency is promoted over justice. Connecting the Dots: What do you think will the court rooms of the future entail?

Apr 13, 2020 IASbaba's Daily Current Affairs

Daily Current Affairs IAS | UPSC Prelims and Mains Exam – 13th April 2020

IAS UPSC Prelims and Mains Exam – 13th April 2020 Archives (PRELIMS + MAINS FOCUS) Minimum Support Price (MSP) to be implemented for Minor Forest Produces (MFP)  Part of: GS Prelims and GS-II – Welfare Schemes; Governance & GS-III – Minimum Support Price In News: Tribal Cooperative Marketing Development Federation of India (TRIFED) has asked the State Nodal Departments and Implementing Agencies to initiate procurement of Minor Forest Produces (MFPs) under Minimum Support Price for Minor Forest Produce Scheme. Important value additions: Minimum Support Price for Minor Forest Produce Scheme The scheme for forest produce has been started with following objectives: To provide fair price to the MFP gatherers and enhance their income level.  To ensure sustainable harvesting of MFPs. To ensure huge social dividend for MFP gatherers, majority of whom are tribals. Earlier, the scheme was only implemented in States having Schedule areas as listed in the Fifth Schedule of the constitution of India.  Since 2016, the scheme is applicable in all States. Tribal Cooperative Marketing Development Federation of India (TRIFED)  It came into existence in 1987.  It is a national-level apex organization.  The basic objective of the TRIFED is to provide good price of the 'Minor Forest Produce (MFP) collected by the tribes of the country. It functions under Ministry of Tribal Affairs, Govt. of India. TRIFED has its Head Office at New Delhi.  It has a network of 13 Regional Offices located at various places in the country. Minor Forest Produce (MFP) Section 2(i) of the Forest Rights Act defines a Minor Forest Produce (MFP) as all non-timber forest produce of plant origin and includes bamboo, brushwood, stumps, canes, cocoon, honey, waxes, Lac, tendu/kendu leaves, medicinal plants etc. The definition of “minor forest produce” includes bamboo and cane, thereby changing the categorization of bamboo and cane as “trees” under the Indian Forest Act 1927. Delivery of S-400 air defence missile systems to be on schedule Part of: GS Prelims and GS-II – International Relations; Bilateral agreements In News: It has been reported that all the major military contracts between Russia and India, including the deliveries of S-400 air defence missile systems, will be on schedule despite the coronavirus pandemic.  Important value additions: S-400 India had signed a $5 billion deal with Russia to buy the S-400 air defence missile systems in 2018. The system is also known as the ‘Triumf’ interceptor-based missile system. It can simultaneously track numerous incoming objects — all kinds of aircraft, missiles and UAVs — in a radius of 400km and launch appropriate missiles to neutralise them. The S-400 is Russia’s most advanced long-range surface-to-air missile defence system. Russia plans to complete the delivery by 2025. The U.S. imposed sanctions on Russia under the stringent Countering America’s Adversaries Through Sanctions Act (CAATSA) for manufacturing S-400. The law also provides for punitive action against countries purchasing defence hardware from Russia. India's economic growth to get affected amidst COVID-19  Part of: GS Prelims and GS-III – Economy & GS-II – Global groupings  In News: According to World Bank's South Asia Economic Focus report, India may record its worst growth performance this fiscal year (2020-21) since the 1991 liberalisation. Coronavirus outbreak is the main cause of severely disrupting the economy.  Key takeaways: India’s economy is expected to grow at 1.5% to 2.8% in the 2020-21.  The World Bank approved USD 1 billion to India to fight the COVID-19 pandemic recently.  Important value additions: The South Asia Economic Focus report  It is a biannual economic update presenting recent economic developments and a near-term economic outlook for South Asia.  It covers South Asian countries - Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka.  It aims at providing important background information and timely analysis of key indicators and economic and financial developments.  World Bank It is an international financial institution.  It provides loans and grants to the poorer countries for the purpose of pursuing capital projects. It comprises two institutions: the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD), and the International Development Association (IDA). Headquarter : Washington D.C Pradhan Mantri Janaushadhi Kendra (PMJK): CoronaWarriors delivering affordable quality medicines  Part of: GS Prelims and GS-II - Governance In News: Pradhan Mantri Janaushadhi Kendra (PMJK) people are working as CoronaWarriors to serve the nation in order to contain the COVID-19 pandemic.  Pharmacists at Kendras are delivering quality generic medicines at affordable prices to the common citizens of the country amidst the crisis. Important value additions: Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana (PMBJP)  It is being run by the Department of Pharmaceuticals, Ministry of Chemicals & Fertilizers, Government of India  PMBJP is also generating awareness through informational posts on their social media platforms. Vision: To bring down the healthcare budget of every citizen of India through providing “Quality generic Medicines at Affordable Prices”. Pradhan Mantri Janaushadhi Kendra is a medical outlet opened under the scheme which makes quality medicines available at affordable prices for all.  “Jan Aushadhi Sugam” mobile app helps in locating nearest Janaushadhi Kendra and availability of medicines with its price. Miscellaneous Anak Krakatau volcano eruption  Indonesia's Anak Krakatau recent volcano eruption is the longest eruption since its explosive collapse in 2018. Anak Krakatoa is an island in the Sunda Strait in the Indonesian province of Lampung. In 1927, Anak Krakatoa emerged from the caldera formed in 1883 by the explosive volcanic eruption that destroyed the island of Krakatoa. Image source: Click here  Bancassurance  Insurance regulator Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) has allowed the four banks, which emerged from the recent mega bank merger exercise, to continue for a year with existing bancassurance agreements. Bancassurance means selling insurance product through banks.  Benefits: On the one hand, the bank earns fee amount and the interest income from the insurance company. On the other hand, the insurance firm increases its market reach and customers.  Government of India notification (Banking Regulation Act), 2000, laid out the Bancassurance clearance. (MAINS FOCUS) GOVERNANCE/ ECONOMY Topic: General Studies 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors  Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization, of resources, growth, development and employment.  COVID-19: Critical Analysis on lockdown India’s present lockdown (to prevent the spread of COVID-19) has been rated as the severest and the most disruptive, impacting a seventh of the world’s population.  The Central government stated that in absence of lockdown, there would have been 800,000 infections by April 15th, 2020 Do You Know? Sweden’s strategy to fight the pandemic has been largely non-interventionist and instead dependent on voluntary social distancing.  Korea has followed a strategy of aggressive, widespread diagnostic testing and isolation coupled with social distancing. Criticisms on Lockdown Lives vs Livelihoods: Extended lockdown negatively impacts the livelihoods of poor and vulnerable sections of society -cure should not be worse than disease Criticality of timing of lockdown:  Early lockdowns are known to be suboptimal because they merely postpone the peak, but do not reduce the numbers Many countries have imposed lockdowns only when infections peaked to levels that threatened the capacity of their healthcare systems Effect on Tropical Countries:   There is also fair likelihood to suspect that tropical country like India may be experiencing a less virulent epidemic than seen in the west This can be either due to higher natural immunity, or vastly different demographics. In such case, all-out lockdown was not an efficient solution Efficient use of intervening time  Failure to train personnel as well as procure the requisite devices, supplies and protective equipment during the lockdown will yield sub-optimal results Alternative Strategy- Herd Immunity It is believed that viral epidemics abate only when around 60-80% of the population acquires “herd-immunity” — either by vaccination or by acquiring the disease. Projection Models:  Several leading global health experts have questioned the numbers projected in the initial studies and forecasts as being inordinately high. Way Forward In place of a one-size-fits-all lockdown, there can be graded containment strategies that can be based upon following factors:  Geographic- depending on the varying locational intensity of the disease Vulnerability-oriented, with differing containment strategies for more vulnerable sections like the aged; and  Sectoral -with a more liberal containment regime in place for essential activities like agriculture Connecting the dots: Challenges of using Herd Immunity as a Strategy Challenges with regard to calibrated exit to lockdown  Source: Indian Express INTERNATIONAL/ GOVERNANCE Topic: General Studies 1, 2 & 3: Effects of globalization on Indian society.  Effect of policies and politics of developed and developing countries on India’s interests India’s Economic reforms and Investment models COVID-19 and the crumbling world order COVID-19 will fundamentally transform the world especially the following: The world order International Balance of power The future of globalisation Traditional conceptions of national security World Order COVID-19 has exposed that global institutional framework are: Pawn in the hands of the great powers (who created these institutions post WW-II) Undemocratic and unrepresentative in its character Cash-strapped to fight crisis of this scale  Its agenda is focused on high-table security issues and are not designed to serve humanity at large. Post-national regional arrangements like EU also stood clueless when the virus spread like wildfire in Europe. Its member states turned inward for solutions and not regional coordination. Result:  Credibility of the world institutions has been further eroded The global institutional architecture of the 1940s cannot help humanity face the challenges of the 2020s.  Need for new social contract between states and the international system Balance of Power One country that is likely to come out stronger from this crisis is China.  China’s industrial production is recovering even as other countries are taking a hit.  The decline in oil prices will make China’s recovery even faster. China appears to use its manufacturing power to its geopolitical advantage.  Beijing has offered medical aid and expertise to those in need China has increased cooperation with its arch-rival Japan Result:  Beijing’s claims to global leadership will be aided by its manufacturing power It might push Huawei 5G trials as a side bargain China might also showcase the Belt and Road Initiative as the future of global connectivity.  COVID-19 will further push the international system into a world with Chinese characteristics. Future of Globalisation Neoliberal economic globalisation will take a major beating as experts have predicted recession worse than 2008 crisis The profits of big corporations will reduce, and the demand for stability will increase. COVID-19 shock will further catalyse states’ protectionist tendencies fuelled by hyper nationalism.  There will be an increased state intervention to avoid unpredictable supply sources, avoid geopolitically sensitive zones, and national demands for emergency reserves. Result:  Retreat of LPG: Licence-quoto-permit Raj can return State to become omnipresent and omnipotent: Governments will gather more power and surveillance technologies to prevent future such shocks State-led models of globalisation and economic development would be preferred over (big) corporates-led globalisation New-age racism: Questions are likely to be asked about the source of goods and stringent imposition of phytosanitary measures by advanced states on products coming from developing countries Impact on Indian Society: Moral claims based on birth & class and the associated notions about hygiene (purity) could become sharper Conclusion Globally, societies could become more self-seeking and inward-looking Source: The Hindu Connecting the dots: Perils of Licence raj and Crony Capitalism Impact of COVID-19 on India’s caste system (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: Minimum Support Price for Minor Forest Produce Scheme is applicable to all states. The basic objective of the TRIFED is to provide good price for all forest produce collected by the tribes of the country. 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 S-400 air defence missile systems: It can simultaneously track numerous incoming objects and launch appropriate missiles to neutralise them. It is long-range surface-to-air missile defence system. Which of the above is/are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.3 Anak Krakatoa island is located in which of the following country? Inodnesia Vietnam Japan South Korea Q.4 Consider the following statements regarding Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana: Its objective is to bring down the healthcare budget of every citizen of India. Jan Aushadhi Sugam mobile app helps in locating nearest Janaushadhi Kendra. Which of the above is/are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 ANSWERS FOR 11th April 2020 TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE (TYK) 1 B 2 A 3 D 4 A 5 C Must Read About options to ease COVID lockdown: The Hindu About impact of COVID-19 on trade: The Hindu About using COVID-19 crisis to transform agri-marketing system: Indian Express

Apr 13, 2020 Catharsis -Unlock Your Talent and Creativity

Catharsis -Unlock Your Talent & Creativity: PAINTING by VARSHA KIRAN!

Catharsis -Unlock Your Talent & Creativity: PAINTING by VARSHA KIRAN!   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 PAINTINGS by VARSHA KIRAN.  Well done, Keep it up !! Check out some of the amazing paintings by Varsha.     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 13, 2020 60 DAYS PROGRAMME-PRELIMS 2020

IASbaba’s 60 Day Plan [Day - 37]- IAS Prelims Test Series 2020 POLITY & 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 37 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. From today, you will be able to speak with the Founders and Core Team of IASbaba on telephone regarding ‘any queries’ related to UPSC preparation in general or Subject-specific doubts. This Hotline, will be in addition to the 'ASK YOUR BABA' (#ASKBABA) thread opened on a daily basis for our 60 Day plan. We will try to make sure that with so much going around these days, you have at least one less thing to worry about.   How to make use of HOTLINE and ASK YOUR BABA (#ASKBABA)? There are 2 initiatives which will be running parallely. 1. HOTLINE - Connect with BABA (5pm - 7pm) The communication channel will be open ONLY for 2 hours Daily (except on Sundays - holiday) from 5pm to 7 pm. Please do not make calls before or after the specified time. As we will be occupied with other daily initiatives running on the website and mentorship. Hope you understand our time constraints. 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Here, doubts related to the 60 day questions or conceptual clarity in a particular subject can be asked. Your doubts will be cleared on real-time basis (or max within hour it will be answered from the subject experts) If you are genuinely finding difficulty interms of preparing with that particular subject, then you can use 5pm-7pm window to make calls. If you are not able to speak to IASbaba's Team, then you can still post your doubts/queries in the same post of the 60 day initiative. As mentioned above, your doubts will be cleared on real-time basis (or max within hour it will be answered from the subject experts). Make the best use of the communication channel (Ask Your Baba/comment section on daily 60 Day post and calls) provided. We will make sure that, all your queries will be answered to. So we have  tried our bit, to ensure your preparation goes smoothly, you can do your bit by keeping in touch with us via phone/ website to keep yourself going, keep yourself engaged and staying positive during the rough times.   How to make the maximum use of this HOTLINE and #ASKBABA (Disqus comment of 60 Day Plan) on Daily basis? Now, that I have solved 30 mcq’s, what to do next?  How to Analyse my Performance? For Answers to the above Questions  ->CONNECT WITH BABA: IASbaba’s Dedicated HOTLINE for UPSC/IAS Aspirants !!   Note- Download the OMR Sheet and attempt the questions exactly like UPSC Prelims. After you are done, please post your OMR in the comment section. Once the solution key is released (5 PM), cross-check the answers and again, comment the marks (you got) in the same comment thread. This will keep you responsible and sincere in days to come. 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 with respect to federal system of government It incorporates dual government. Constitution might or might not be supreme. Judicial independence is an important feature. Choose the correct answer using codes below 1 and 2 2 and 3 1 and 3 All of the above Q.1) सरकार की संघीय प्रणाली के संबंध में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें इसमें दोहरी सरकार शामिल होती है। संविधान सर्वोच्च हो भी सकता है और नहीं भी। न्यायिक स्वतंत्रता एक महत्वपूर्ण विशेषता होती है। नीचे दिए गए कूट का उपयोग करके सही उत्तर चुनें 1 और 2 2 और 3 1 और 3 उपरोक्त सभी Q.2) Which of the following act as restrictions/exceptions to the legislative power of Parliament to make laws for any part of the territory of India? Union territory of Andaman and Nicobar islands Autonomous districts in Tripura Tribal area in Assam Choose the correct answer using codes below 1 and 2 2 and 3 1 and 3 All of the above Q.2) निम्नलिखित में से कौन भारतीय क्षेत्र के किसी भी हिस्से के लिए कानून बनाने की संसदीय विधायी शक्ति के लिए प्रतिबंध / अपवाद के रूप में कार्य करता है? अंडमान और निकोबार द्वीप समूह का केंद्र शासित प्रदेश त्रिपुरा में स्वायत्त जिले असम में जनजातीय क्षेत्र नीचे दिए गए कूट का उपयोग करके सही उत्तर चुनें 1 और 2 2 और 3 1 और 3 उपरोक्त सभी Q.3) Consider the following statements with respect to residuary power of legislation in India The power to make laws with respect to residuary subjects is vested in the Parliament. The residuary power of legislation includes the power to levy residuary taxes. The current scheme of residuary powers has been taken from the Government of India (GoI) Act of 1935. Choose the correct answer using codes below 1 only 1 and 2 1 and 3 All of the above Q.3) भारत में अवशिष्ट शक्ति के विधान के संबंध में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें अवशिष्ट विषयों के संबंध में कानून बनाने की शक्ति संसद में निहित है। अवशिष्ट शक्ति के विधान में अवशिष्ट कर (residuary taxes) लगाने की शक्ति शामिल है। अवशिष्ट शक्तियों की वर्तमान प्रणाली, भारत सरकार अधिनियम 1935 से ली गई है। नीचे दिए गए कूट का उपयोग करके सही उत्तर चुनें केवल 1 1 और 2 1 और 3 उपरोक्त सभी Q.4) As per Article 252, When the legislatures of two or more states pass resolutions requesting the Parliament to enact laws on a matter in the State List, then the Parliament can make laws for regulating that matter. Such a law can be adopted by states other than those which have passed those resolutions. Such a law can be amended or repealed only by the Parliament and not by the legislatures of the concerned states. Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972 is an example of laws passed as per the above provision. Choose the correct answer using codes below 1 and 2 2 and 3 1 and 3 All of the above Q.4) अनुच्छेद 252 के अनुसार, जब दो या दो से अधिक राज्यों की विधानसभाएं संसद से राज्य सूची में किसी मामले पर कानून बनाने का अनुरोध करती हैं, तो संसद उस मामले को विनियमित करने के लिए कानून बना सकती है। इस तरह के कानून को, उन राज्यों के आलावा जिन्होंने प्रस्तावों को पारित किया था, अन्य राज्यों द्वारा भी अपनाया जा सकता है। इस तरह के कानून को केवल संसद द्वारा संशोधित या निरस्त किया जा सकता है, न कि संबंधित राज्यों की विधानसभाओं द्वारा। वन्यजीव (संरक्षण) अधिनियम, 1972 उपरोक्त प्रावधान के अनुसार पारित कानूनों का एक उदाहरण है। नीचे दिए गए कूट का उपयोग करके सही उत्तर चुनें 1 और 2 2 और 3 1 और 3 उपरोक्त सभी Q.5) Consider the following statements with respect to the situation involving Rajya Sabha passing a resolution that Parliament should make laws on a matter in the State List Such a resolution is passed using absolute majority. The resolution can be renewed any number of times, but not exceeding one year at a time. This provision restricts the power of a state legislature to make laws on the same matter. Choose the correct answer using codes below 1 only 2 only 1 and 3 2 and 3 Q.5) राज्य सभा में प्रस्ताव पारित करने वाली स्थिति के संबंध में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें कि संसद को राज्य सूची में किसी मामले पर कानून बनाना चाहिए इस तरह के प्रस्ताव को पूर्ण बहुमत (absolute majority) का उपयोग करके पारित किया जाता है। प्रस्ताव को किसी भी समय नवीनीकृत किया जा सकता है, लेकिन एक बार में एक वर्ष से अधिक के लिए नहीं। यह प्रावधान एक राज्य विधायिका की शक्ति को उसी मामले पर कानून बनाने के लिए प्रतिबंधित करता है। नीचे दिए गए कूट का उपयोग करके सही उत्तर चुनें केवल 1 केवल 2 1 और 3 2 और 3 Q.6) Consider the following statements regarding Centre-state relations over legislations The president enjoys absolute veto over bills reserved for his consideration by the governor. Bills on certain matters enumerated in the State List can be introduced in the state legislature only with the previous sanction of the president. Choose the correct answer using codes below 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.6) विधानों पर केंद्र-राज्य संबंधों के बारे में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें राष्ट्रपति को राज्यपाल द्वारा अपने विचारार्थ आरक्षित बिलों पर पूर्ण वीटो (absolute veto) प्राप्त होता है। राज्य सूची में शामिल कुछ मामलों पर विधेयकों को राष्ट्रपति की पूर्व सहमति के साथ ही राज्य विधायिका में प्रस्तुत किया जा सकता 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.7) Consider the following statements regarding delegation of powers in Centre-state relations The President can entrust to state government any of the executive functions of the Centre, without its consent. The governor of a state with the consent of the Central government can entrust to that government any of the executive functions of the state. Choose the correct answer using codes below 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.7) केंद्र-राज्य संबंधों में शक्तियों के प्रत्यायोजन (delegation) के बारे में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें राष्ट्रपति केंद्र सरकार के किसी भी कार्य को राज्य सरकार को उसकी सहमति के बिना सौंप सकता है। केंद्र सरकार की सहमति से किसी राज्य का राज्यपाल उस सरकार को राज्य के किसी भी कार्यकारी कार्य को सौंप सकता 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.8) The Constitution has placed certain restrictions on the taxing powers of the states A state legislature is prohibited from imposing a tax on the supply of goods or services or both where such supply takes place in the course of import or export. A state legislature can impose a tax in respect of any water, but such a bill should be reserved for the president’s consideration. A state legislature can impose tax on the consumption of electricity by railway. Choose the correct answer using codes below 1 and 2 2 and 3 1 and 3 All of the above Q.8) संविधान ने राज्यों की कर लगाने की शक्तियों पर कुछ प्रतिबंध लगाए हैं एक राज्य विधायिका को वस्तु या सेवाओं या दोनों की आपूर्ति पर कर लगाने से प्रतिबंधित किया जाता है जहां आयात या निर्यात के लिए ऐसी आपूर्ति होती है। एक राज्य विधायिका किसी भी पानी (any water) के संबंध में कर लगा सकती है, लेकिन ऐसा विधेयक राष्ट्रपति के विचार के लिए आरक्षित होना चाहिए। एक राज्य विधायिका रेलवे द्वारा बिजली की खपत पर कर लगा सकती है। नीचे दिए गए कूट का उपयोग करके सही उत्तर चुनें 1 और 2 2 और 3 1 और 3 उपरोक्त सभी Q.9) Consider the following statements with respect to statutory grants These have been provided under Article 282 of the Constitution. These are given to the states on the recommendation of the Finance Commission.  These are charged on the Consolidated Fund of India every year. Choose the correct answer using codes below 1 and 2 2 and 3 1 and 3 All of the above Q.9) सांविधिक अनुदानों (statutory grants) के संबंध में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें ये संविधान के अनुच्छेद 282 के तहत प्रदान किए गए हैं। ये राज्यों को वित्त आयोग की सिफारिश पर दिए जाते हैं। ये प्रति वर्ष भारत के समेकित कोष पर भारित होते हैं। नीचे दिए गए कूट का उपयोग करके सही उत्तर चुनें 1 और 2 2 और 3 1 और 3 उपरोक्त सभी Q.10) Consider the following statements regarding borrowing by the state government The limits for loan that can be taken by a particular state from the Centre is fixed by the Parliament. A state cannot borrow directly from abroad. Choose the correct answer using codes below 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.10) राज्य सरकार द्वारा उधार लेने के संबंध में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें केंद्र से किसी विशेष राज्य द्वारा लिए जा सकने वाले ऋण की सीमाएं संसद द्वारा तय की जाती हैं। एक राज्य सीधे विदेश से उधार नहीं ले सकता 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.11) Consider the following statements regarding Centre-states relations The Centre cannot delegate its legislative powers to the states. A law made by the Parliament on a subject of the Union List can confer powers and impose duties on a state. Choose the correct answer using codes below 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.11) केंद्र-राज्यों के संबंधों के बारे में निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें केंद्र अपनी विधायी शक्तियों को राज्यों को नहीं सौंप सकता है। संसद द्वारा संघ सूची के एक विषय पर बनाया गया कानून शक्तियों को प्रदान करके किसी राज्य पर शुल्कों को लागू कर सकता 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.12) Which of the following are part of recommendations made by Finance Commission to the President? The distribution of the net proceeds of taxes to be shared between the Centre and the states. The allocation of tax proceeds shared by the Centre between the states. The measures needed to augment the Consolidated fund of a state. Choose the correct answer using codes below 1 only 1 and 2 1 and 3 All of the above Q.12) वित्त आयोग द्वारा राष्ट्रपति को दी गई सिफारिशों में कौन सी सिफारिशें होती हैं? केंद्र और राज्यों के बीच साझा किए जाने वाले करों की शुद्ध आय का वितरण। केंद्र द्वारा राज्यों के बीच साझा की गई कर आय का आवंटन। किसी राज्य के समेकित निधि को बढ़ाने के लिए आवश्यक उपाय। नीचे दिए गए कूट का उपयोग करके सही उत्तर चुनें केवल 1 1 और 2 1 और 3 उपरोक्त सभी Q.13) Article 262 of the Constitution provides for the adjudication of interstate water disputes. The provisions under it are Parliament can by law provide for the adjudication of any dispute with respect to any inter-state river. President can exclude such disputes from the jurisdiction of the Supreme Court. Choose the correct answer using codes below 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.13) संविधान के अनुच्छेद 262 में अंतरराज्यीय जल विवादों के अधिनिर्णयन का प्रावधान है। इसके तहत प्रावधान हैं संसद किसी भी अंतरराज्यीय नदी के संबंध में किसी भी विवाद के अधिनिर्णयन हेतु कानून प्रदान कर सकती है। राष्ट्रपति ऐसे विवादों को सर्वोच्च न्यायालय के अधिकार क्षेत्र से बाहर कर सकता 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.14) Consider the following statements regarding Inter-state council President can define the nature of duties to be performed by such a council and its organisation and procedure. It was set up based on the recommendations of the Sarkaria Commission. Prime Minister serves as the chairman of the council. Choose the correct answer using codes below 1 and 2 2 and 3 1 and 3 All of the above Q.14) अंतर-राज्य परिषद (Inter-state council) के बारे में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें राष्ट्रपति ऐसे परिषद तथा उसके संगठन और प्रक्रिया द्वारा किए जाने वाले कर्तव्यों की प्रकृति को परिभाषित कर सकते हैं। यह सरकारिया आयोग की सिफारिशों के आधार पर स्थापित किया गया था। प्रधानमंत्री परिषद के अध्यक्ष के रूप में कार्य करता है। नीचे दिए गए कूट का उपयोग करके सही उत्तर चुनें 1 और 2 2 और 3 1 और 3 उपरोक्त सभी Q.15) Consider the following statements regarding the Inter-State Water Disputes Act It empowers the Parliament to set up an ad hoc tribunal for the adjudication of dispute between states regarding inter-state river. The decision of the tribunal would be final and binding on the parties to the dispute. Choose the correct answer using codes below 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.15) अंतरराज्यीय जल विवाद अधिनियम के बारे में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें यह संसद को अंतर-राज्यीय नदी के संबंध में राज्यों के बीच विवाद के अधिनिर्णयन के लिए एक तदर्थ न्यायाधिकरण स्थापित करने का अधिकार देता है। न्यायाधिकरण का निर्णय अंतिम तथा विवाद के पक्षकारों के लिए बाध्यकारी होगा। 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.16) Consider the following statements regarding Zonal Councils The Zonal Councils are the statutory bodies. Prime Minister acts as Chairman for the councils. These have been established on the recommendations of Sarkaria Commission. Choose the correct answer using codes below 1 only 1 and 2 1 and 3 All of the above Q.16) आंचलिक परिषदों (Zonal Councils) के बारे में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें आंचलिक परिषदें सांविधिक निकाय हैं। प्रधानमंत्री परिषदों के अध्यक्ष के रूप में कार्य करते हैं। ये सरकारिया आयोग की सिफारिशों पर स्थापित किए गए हैं। नीचे दिए गए कूट का उपयोग करके सही उत्तर चुनें केवल 1 1 और 2 1 और 3 उपरोक्त सभी Q.17) Consider the following statements regarding inter-state trade and commerce Parliament can impose restrictions on the freedom of trade, commerce and intercourse between the states in public interest. The legislature of a state can impose reasonable restrictions on the freedom of trade, commerce and intercourse with a state in public interest. Choose the correct answer using codes below 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.17) अंतर-राज्यीय व्यापार और वाणिज्य (inter-state trade and commerce) के बारे में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें संसद सार्वजनिक हित में राज्यों के बीच व्यापार, वाणिज्य और आवागमन की स्वतंत्रता पर प्रतिबंध लगा सकती है। किसी राज्य की विधायिका सार्वजनिक हित में राज्य के साथ व्यापार, वाणिज्य और आवागमन की स्वतंत्रता पर उचित प्रतिबंध लगा सकती 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.18) Consider the following statements regarding All India Services Members of All-India services hold office during the pleasure of the president. Disciplinary action against these officers can be taken by both the Central government as well as the state governments. Choose the correct answer using codes below 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.18) अखिल भारतीय सेवाओं (All India Services) के बारे में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें अखिल भारतीय सेवाओं के सदस्य राष्ट्रपति के प्रसादपर्यंत कार्यालय में बने रहते हैं। इन अधिकारियों के खिलाफ अनुशासनात्मक कार्रवाई केंद्र सरकार और राज्य सरकारों दोनों द्वारा की जा सकती 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.19) Consider the following statements The executive power of the Centre extends to the whole of India in respect to the matters on which the Parliament has exclusive power of legislation. In respect to the subjects mentioned in the Concurrent list, the executive power by default rests with the Centre. Choose the correct answer using codes below 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.19) निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें केंद्र की कार्यकारी शक्ति उन मामलों के संबंध में पूरे भारत में विस्तारित होती है, जिन पर संसद के पास कानून बनाने की विशेष शक्ति है। समवर्ती सूची में उल्लिखित विषयों के संबंध में, कार्यकारी शक्ति स्वाभाविक रूप से (by default) केंद्र के पास होती 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.20) The Centre is empowered to give directions to the states with regard to the exercise of their executive power in which of the following matters Communication Railways Agriculture Linguistic minority groups Choose the correct answer using codes below 1 and 2 2 and 3 1, 2 and 4 All of the above Q.20) केंद्र को निम्नलिखित मामलों में से अपनी कार्यकारी शक्ति के प्रयोग के संबंध में, राज्यों को निर्देश देने का अधिकार है संचार रेलवे कृषि भाषाई अल्पसंख्यक समूह नीचे दिए गए कूट का उपयोग करके सही उत्तर चुनें 1 और 2 2 और 3 1,2 और 4 उपरोक्त सभी Q.21) With reference to Global Consortium for Governance of Digital Currency, consider the following statements: The consortium will aim for increasing access to the financial system through inclusive, innovative, and inter-operable policy solutions. It is launched at the G20 Summit held at Riyadh. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? 1 only 2 only  Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.21) डिजिटल मुद्रा के शासन के लिए वैश्विक कंसोर्टियम (Global Consortium for Governance of Digital Currency) के संदर्भ में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें: कंसोर्टियम समावेशी, नवीन और अंतर-संचालन नीति समाधानों के माध्यम से वित्तीय प्रणाली तक पहुंच बढ़ाने का लक्ष्य रखेगा। इसे रियाद में आयोजित जी 20 शिखर सम्मेलन में लॉन्च किया गया 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) Which of the following Constitutional Amendments modified Article 312 to include an All India Judicial Service? 24th Constitution (Amendment) Act 38th Constitution (Amendment) Act 42nd Constitution (Amendment) Act 44th  Constitution (Amendment) Act Q.22) निम्नलिखित में से किस संवैधानिक संशोधन ने अनुच्छेद 312 को एक अखिल भारतीय न्यायिक सेवा को शामिल करने के लिए संशोधित किया? 24 वाँ संविधान (संशोधन) अधिनियम 38 वाँ संविधान (संशोधन) अधिनियम 42 वाँ संविधान (संशोधन) अधिनियम 44 वाँ संविधान (संशोधन) अधिनियम Q.23) Consider the following pairs:               River  Tributary of     1. Indravati Mahanadi    2. Ghataprabha Krishna    3. Kabini Cauvery   Which of the pairs given above are correctly matched? 1 and 2 only 3 only 2 and 3 only 1, 2 and 3 Q.23) निम्नलिखित युग्मों पर विचार करें:                            नदी                               सहायक नदी    1. इंद्रावती                                    महानदी    2. घाटप्रभा                                      कृष्णा    3. काबिनी                                     कावेरी   ऊपर दिए गए युग्मों में से कौन सा सही तरीके से सुमेलित है? केवल 1 और 2 केवल 3 केवल 2 और 3 1, 2 और 3 Q.24) Yuelu Proclamation aims to protect and promote which of the following? Human rights Linguistic diversity Intellectual Property  Public Health Q.24) युएलु उद्घोषणा (Yuelu Proclamation) का उद्देश्य, निम्नलिखित में से किसकी रक्षा और संवर्धन करना है? मानवाधिकार भाषाई विविधता बौद्धिक सम्पदा सार्वजनिक स्वास्थ्य Q.25) India’s first Super Fab Lab was inaugurated in which of the following cities? Pune Hyderabad Bengaluru Kochi Q.25) भारत की पहली सुपर फैब लैब (Super Fab Lab) का उद्घाटन निम्नलिखित शहरों में से किस में किया गया था? पुणे हैदराबाद बेंगलुरु कोच्चि Q.26) Which of the following pairs is/are correctly matched? Patola Saree – Punjab Dhanu Jatra – Odisha Lai Haroba – Tripura Select the correct statements 1 and 2 2 and 3 1 and 3 All of the above Q.26) निम्नलिखित में से कौन सा युग्म सही रूप से सुमेलित है / हैं? पटोला साड़ी - पंजाब धनु जात्रा - ओडिशा लाई हरोबा - त्रिपुरा सही कथनों का चयन करें 1 और 2 2 और 3 1 और 3 उपरोक्त सभी Q.27) Vakataka Dynasty was spread over which of the following states? Andhra Pradesh Maharashtra  Madhya Pradesh Gujarat Chhattisgarh Select the correct code: 1, 2, 3 and 5 2 and 3 2, 3 and 4 All of the above Q.27) वाकाटक राजवंश निम्नलिखित में से किन राज्यों में फैला था? आंध्र प्रदेश महाराष्ट्र मध्य प्रदेश गुजरात छत्तीसगढ़ सही कूट का चयन करें: 1, 2, 3 और 5 2 और 3 2, 3 और 4 उपरोक्त सभी Q.28) ‘Servants of the People Society’ was founded by Lala Lajpat Rai Lokmanya Tilak Vinoba Bhave Lala Hansraj Q.28) ‘सर्वेंट्स ऑफ द पीपुल सोसाइटी’ (Servants of the People Society) किसके द्वारा स्थापित किया गया था लाला लाजपत राय लोकमान्य तिलक विनोबा भावे लाला हंसराज Q.29) ‘Dasarathi Satakam’ was written by Kancharla Gopanna Tallapaka Annamayya Tyagaraja Kshetrayya Q.29) 'दशरथि सतकम' (Dasarathi Satakam) किसके द्वारा लिखा गया था कंचरला गोपन्ना तल्पाक अन्नामय त्यागराज क्षेत्रय्या Q.30) Consider the following statements with respect to ‘Senna spectabilis’. It has become an invasive alien species of India. It is native to South and Central America. Select the correct statements 1 Only 2 Only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.30) 'सेना स्पेक्टबिलिस' (Senna spectabilis) के संबंध में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें। यह भारत में एक आक्रामक विदेशी प्रजाति (invasive alien species) बन गई है। यह दक्षिण और मध्य अमेरिका की मूल प्रजाति है। सही कथनों का चयन करें केवल 1 केवल 2  1 और 2 दोनों न तो 1 और न ही 2 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 12, 2020 Important Articles

BABA'S GYAN: #ASKBABA and 1000+ Calls on HOTLINE !!!

BABA'S GYAN: #ASKBABA and 1000+ Calls on HOTLINE !!! Dear Students, Today, we just completed 1000+ calls on Hotline! It’s been 2 weeks since we launched our Hotline initiative. We have already spoken to (over the phone) 1000+ students Pan India; touched upon atleast 24 States across the country. We are overwhelmed and thankful to the students for such a wonderful response and also for showing faith in us. Every single call gave us an opportunity to share our knowledge and experience to solve your unique queries and add on to your knowledge and confidence. Students/Aspirants were happy to share their queries and get it cleared in real-time from the Founders and Core team of IASbaba. Infact, we enjoyed interacting with all of you. Looking forward to more such productive interactions and mutual learnings! We are happy to do our bit; guiding you through this uncertain phase. As Mentors, this is the least we can do from our team. Sorry, if we could not answer all your calls, as the phones kept ringing and students had many things to ask. You can call us any day of the week between 5pm -7pm (except on Sundays). It is our humble request that, please stick to the calling hours for HOTLINE initiative (from 5pm-7pm). And you can also use #ASKBABA (a separate initiative) on 60 day posts and get your Subject-specific doubts cleared between 11am – 10 pm on the website. Overall it was a wonderful experience. See you again next week! If you were happy with our response, you can give your feedback by commenting below.   Continuing with our effort of guiding students in the time of need, Mohan Sir (Founder of IASbaba) was LIVE on YouTube on 8th April. Questions like - Will the Prelims exam get postponed? Optimum number of questions to be attempted? Time management? How to increase my scores in test?How to read and revise current affairs? How to use 60 day plan effectively and many more were taken up in this session. MUST WATCH - STRATEGY [VIDEO]: UPSC IAS Preparation Guidance/Tips from Mohan Sir, IASbaba Founder   NEW INITIATIVES: To Connect with Baba & know more about HOTLINE & #ASKBABA initiative  -> CLICK HERE Beat the Heat of Current Affairs this year (2020) -PRELIMS EXCLUSIVE: CURRENT AFFAIRS CLASSES (12 SESSIONS-By Tauseef Sir): JOIN NOW! NEW Initiative -LOCKDOWN & YOU – Unlock Your Talent & Creativity! -> CLICK HERE   MUST READ - For Motivation Coronavirus: Awareness, Myths, Solidarity and Message to All UPSC Aspirants by Mohan Sir Founder IASbaba MUST READ: PRELIMS in Testing Times – Don’t Forget the ‘WHY’; IASbaba’s dedicated HOTLINE for Aspirants and Prelims Postponing Rumours [STRATEGY] MUST READ: 21 Days of Lockdown -What to do? Introspect, Ideate and Improve !!   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 12, 2020 Catharsis -Unlock Your Talent and Creativity

Catharsis -Unlock Your Talent & Creativity: POETRY by ARPIT GUPTA IRTS, AIR-300 CSE-2018!

Catharsis -Unlock Your Talent & Creativity: POETRY by ARPIT GUPTA IRTS, AIR-300 CSE-2018!   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 POETRY by Arpit Gupta IRTS, AIR-300 CSE 2018. He has written 3 thought-provoking poems at the time of corona, which represents the current situation. The first poem is written in Bhayanak Ras, second in Veer Ras and the third poem is on issues faced by migrant workers. Well done, Keep it up !!   About Arpit Gupta Arpit Gupta is from Patiala, Punjab. He has appeared for CSE 5 times and every time he has qualified prelims and has written mains. He has given interviews in 2018 and 2019. Also, he will appear in this year's interview when UPSC would resume it, after the lockdown. He secured AIR-300 last year and was allotted Indian Railway Traffic Service (IRTS). Presently, he is undergoing service training at Zonal Rail Training Institute (ZRTI), Udaipur, Rajasthan.   The first poem was written in 'Bhayanak ras" or "fear" style of writing. It was about how coronavirus has impacted us.     This second poem is written in "veer ras" so as to provide a ray of hope that not everything is lost and mankind will get over this menace soon. This is the 3rd Poem written keeping in mind the migrant crisis and the inhuman treatment meted out to them as reported by various news reports.   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 12, 2020 Motivational Articles

Creative Guidance – Influence of Thoughts – Inspirational Educative Articles

Influence of Thoughts: Thoughts are not just images that run in your mind. The very functioning mechanism of your mind is a thought. That is why it is difficult to understand just how far the influence of thoughts extends into your life. Thoughts influence your body, your actions, and your desires; everything is a part of your thought process. The whole journey of meditation is to experience a moment of thoughtlessness. When you experience a moment without a thought, one of the most wonderful realizations happens to you - “There is no thought, but I still am. Although I am not reflecting on any thought, although I am not reflecting on the body, the mind, or the world, I have not disappeared. I still exist.” When someone asked Buddha what the ultimate experience of Enlightenment is, he called it “Nothingness.” Look at the beauty of this: He said, “Nothingness.” The ultimate experience a human being can have is “Nirvana” or “Nothingness”. “Nothingness” is simply a moment of no thought, because if there is a thought, then there is still something there. If there is a thought about the body, then the body exists. If there is a thought about a tree, then that tree exists. Nothing can exist without a thought. When you experience Enlightenment, you are in the zone of no thought, and that is why Buddha called it “Nothingness”. Consider the beauty of this: Although there is absolutely nothing to experience, there is still someone experiencing “Nothingness”. Who is experiencing this “Nothingness”? It is You. “This article is a part of the creative endeavor of Meditation Farm and IASBABA.”    

Apr 11, 2020 Catharsis -Unlock Your Talent and Creativity

Catharsis -Unlock Your Talent & Creativity: QUOTES by KORCHIPATIS!

Catharsis -Unlock Your Talent & Creativity: QUOTES by KORCHIPATIS!   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 QUOTES by KORCHIPATIS! 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 11, 2020 IASbaba's Daily Current Affairs

Daily Current Affairs IAS | UPSC Prelims and Mains Exam – 11th April 2020

IAS UPSC Prelims and Mains Exam – 11th April 2020 Archives (PRELIMS + MAINS FOCUS) Fall Armyworm attack the standing crops in Assam Part of: GS Prelims and GS-III - Environment  In News: Fall armyworm attack on the standing crops in various districts of Assam has been reported recently. Important value additions: Fall armyworm Fall Armyworm (Spodoptera frugiperda) is an insect.  It is widely distributed in Eastern and Central North America and in South America.   It has spread across the world because of trade and its strong flying ability.  India’s tropical climate could allow the pest to thrive and spread further. If not well managed, it can cause significant damage to crops in its larva stage .  It can affect large variety of species of crops, primarily maize.  It can be controlled with: insecticides (like lambda-cyhalothrin) through natural predators (such as coccinellid beetles  by inter-cropping.  Image source: Click here  Food grains to be provided to non-NFSA beneficiaries  Part of: GS Prelims and GS-II - Governance In News: Food grains shall be provided to non-NFSA (National Food Security Act) beneficiaries with ration cards issued by State governments. Key takeaways: Government of India has directed Food Corporation of India (FCI) to provide the beneficiaries with food grains at 5 Kg/person per month for 3 months at the rates of Rs. 21/Kg for wheat and Rs. 22/Kg for rice.  It should be distributed uniformly across the country.  Important value additions: National Food Security Act Government of India enacted the National Food Security Act, 2013 (NFSA).  The Act covers upto 75% of the rural population and upto 50% of the urban population.  The targeted population shall receive subsidized foodgrains under Targeted Public Distribution System, thus covering about two-thirds of the population. Ministry involved: Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution. States asked to implement Market Intervention Scheme Part of: GS Prelims and GS-III - Economy  In News: The Central government has directed all the States and Union Territories to implement the Market Intervention Scheme to ensure good prices for perishable crops.  Important value additions: The Market Intervention Scheme (MIS) It is meant to protect the growers of perishable commodities from making distress sales, especially at times when prices fall below the cost of production. The scheme can be invoked by a State if it is willing to bear half the losses of procurement.  The remaining loss is borne by the Centre, whenever there is a 10% fall in ruling market prices in comparison to the previous normal year.  The Department of Agriculture and Cooperation implements the scheme. The Central Government implements MIS for a particular commodity on the request of a state government concerned.  Miscellaneous Gamosas evolve as protective gear amidst COVID-19 pandemic Gamosas, a decorative cotton towel, are being used as protective gear to fight the coronavirus. The Gamosa/Gamusa is an article of great significance for the people of Assam. It is a white rectangular piece of cloth.  It has a red border on three sides and red woven motifs on the fourth. Other colors may also be used.  Cotton yarn is the most common material used for making/weaving gamosa.  For special occasions, Pat silk is used. It is valued as a gift for visitors, a scarf, anti-dust mask, as a turban. Image source: Click here  Chitra Acrylosorb Secretion Solidification system: Superabsorbent material for infected respiratory secretions Scientists at Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology (SCTIMST) have developed a super absorbent material titled Chitra Acrylosorb Secretion Solidification System. SCTIMST is an autonomous institute under the Department of Science and Technology (DST).  The System is a highly efficient superabsorbent material for absorbing infected respiratory secretions. It can absorb liquids at least 20 times more than its dry weight.  It also contains a decontaminant for in situ (at the site) disinfection.  Containers filled with decontaminant will also immobilize the contaminated fluid by solidifying it (gel-like), thus avoiding spillage.  The canister containing the solidified waste can be decomposed by incineration (destruction by burning).  This technology reduces the risk for the hospital staff.  It reduces the need for personnel for disinfecting and cleaning the bottles. Canisters can be reused.  Disposal is safer and easier.  Fig: Suction canister with acrylosorb  Fig: Disposable spit bag with acrylosorb                    Image source: Click here (MAINS FOCUS) ECONOMY/ GOVERNANCE Topic: General Studies 2: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization, of resources, growth, development and employment.  COVID-19: India needs an Emergency Basic Income India announced 21-day lockdown to prevent the spread of COVID-19 and any exit from the lockdown is likely to be partial and provisional. IMF economist Gita Gopinath has argued for a preservation of the economic system while the Great Lockdown lasts. Do You Know? Singapore and Japan, which contained the disease spread initially, have re-introduced harsh lockdown measures to deal with a second wave of infections. The US announced a $2.2 trillion stimulus on a $20 trillion GDP base Malaysia has mobilised close to 18% of its GDP Impact of lockdown Lockdown poses a unique challenge of keeping productive capacity intact. Nobel Prize-winning economist Paul Krugman termed this the coronacoma. Coronacoma is the economic equivalent of a medically induced coma, in which some brain functions are deliberately shut down to give the patient time to heal What should be the economic response to the crisis?  The response should be two-fold One, an immediate disaster relief component to ensure survival of both firms and workers who have been rendered without work. Two, a stimulus component that aims to repair and restart production lines during the exit phase of the lockdown. Challenges Weak response (Economically): The relief measures by Union & state governments appear to be grossly inadequate to meet the challenges Lack of resources: Emerging markets, such as India, don’t have the luxury of offering generous relief measures like developed countries Examples of other emerging economies Thailand, whose per capita income (PPP) is a little more than two times that of India, has announced a package that is 10 times bigger (as a share of GDP) than India. Malaysia, whose per capita income (PPP) is four times that of India, has announced a package that is 16 times bigger (as a share of GDP) than India. Alternative Suggested – EBI (Emergency Basic Income) EBI will be a generous, but provisional income transfer programme, which is unconditional and universal. EBI will be subjected to a rollback when normalcy returns It will be a programme with a fixed and transparent sunset clause (linked to new infections falling beyond a certain level, or economic growth rising above a certain threshold) Funding could be through special purpose vehicle as long as the Great Lockdown lasts Challenge with EBI: Implementation issues because everyone doesn’t have a functional bank account or access to mobile or internet (for e-transfers). Way Forward EBI must also include an in-kind transfer component.  The ratio of cash to in-kind transfers should be left for states to suit their unique needs Centre’s role should be to enable funding for this programme so that states can focus on its implementation. Connecting the dots: Poverty lines –various methods to determine it JAM trinity- utility and challenges AGRICULTURE/ GOVERNANCE Topic: General Studies 2 & 3: Agricultural issues and Issues related to direct and indirect farm subsidies and minimum support price  Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization, of resources, growth, development and employment. Agricultural Distress The COVID-19 crisis is affecting rural India especially at a time when agriculture is already in a distress situation. Agricultural distress Causing Migration According to the 2011 census, 3.5 million migrants moved within the last one year due to economic reasons.  The corresponding numbers for the 2001 and 1991 census, were, respectively, 2.2 and 1.4 million. Do You Know? Majority of the migrant workers send 25 to 50 per cent of their monthly income to their families back home. In Bihar, these remittances accounted for 35.6 per cent of gross state domestic product in 2011-12, up from 11.6 per cent in 2004-05 Issues with Agricultural Sector Increasing Rural-Urban gap In 2008, the rural-urban gap was at 45% in terms of average revenue — versus 10% for China and Indonesia.  The rural monthly per capita expenditure declined 8.8% from Rs 1,430 in 2011-12 to Rs 1,304 in 2017-18 In 2013-2019, the average agricultural GDP growth rate (driven by livestock) was 3.1%, much lower than the average GDP growth rate — 6.7% The average growth of the crop sector, which accounts for two-thirds of the agricultural sector GDP, was 0.3 per cent. Declining Landholding Size Average landholding size of a household has shrunk to 1.1 ha in 2016 (Source: NABARD) A farm household needs to have at least 1 ha of land to make ends meet, whereas the proportion of those owning less than one ha is 82.8% 37% of farm households owned land parcels of smaller than 0.4 ha Another 30% of farm households holdings which between 0.41 and 1.0 ha.  Only 13% agricultural households owned landholdings bigger than 2 ha. Irrigation has stagnated, with less than half of Indian farmland irrigated. Rural India suffers from “urban consumer bias”: Government has kept food prices very low to spare urban consumers of price rise Budget cuts have affected key agri-programmes such as the Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana,  the Backward Regions Grant Fund as well as irrigation schemes (Integrated Watershed Management Programme) Degradation in agricultural quality Rise of monocultures based on the intensive use of chemical pesticides has reduced soil productivity The level of water tables fell by 65 per cent in 10 years. Nearly 30 per cent of India’s land has been degraded due to deforestation, intensive farming, soil erosion and groundwater depletion. Increasing indebtedness of farmers Over half of the farmers are indebted The average loan amount outstanding for a farm household in India in 2017 was Rs 47,000.  More than 3,20,000 farmers committed suicide between 1995 and 2016 (NCRB data) Rural Poverty NSS data show that rural poverty rose about 4 percentage points between 2011-12 and 2017-18 to 30 per cent  Whereas urban poverty fell 5 percentage points over the same period to 9 per cent. Way Forward The issue of migrant workers during the crisis should open the eyes of policy makers about the need to make agriculture sector a priority Agricultural sector should witness more investment to reduce the rural-urban gap Need for agro-ecological transition as it is more bio-diverse in nature, makes the system more resilient, strengthen food security and provide a safety net for farmers Connecting the dots: Ashok Dalwai Committee on doubling of farmers’ income Zero Budget Natural Farming Second Green Revolution (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 The Gamosa/Gamusa is an article of great significance for the people of which of the following state? Arunachal Pradesh  Assam  Mizoram  Nagaland Q.2 Consider the following statements regarding Chitra Acrylosorb Secretion Solidification System: It has a superabsorbent material for absorbing infected respiratory secretions. Canister containing the solidified waste cannot be reused. Which of the above is/are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.3 Consider the following statements regarding fall armyworm: It is native to Africa. It can cause significant damage to cropsn when it is in its pupil stage. Which of the above is/are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.4 Consider the following statements: Food grains shall be provided to non-NFSA beneficiaries with ration cards only.  They shall receive the benefit of food grains  at subsidised rates for five months. Which of the above is/are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Q.5 Consider the following statements regarding Market Intervention Scheme: It is meant to protect the growers of perishable commodities  The state bears half the loss of procurement.  Which of the above is/are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 ANSWERS FOR 10th April 2020 TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE (TYK) 1 A 2 C 3 B 4 C Must Read About COVID-19 battle: The Hindu About economy after lockdown: The Hindu