Daily Quiz 18 November 2024
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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
1 pointsWith reference to Mercy Petition, consider the following statements:
1. A convict can present a mercy petition to the President of India under Article 72 of the Constitution of India.
2. There is no statutory written procedure for dealing with mercy petitions.
3. The President acts solely on his/her discretion while dealing with mercy petitions.
How many of the above statements are correct?Correct
Answer: B
Explanation:
● Statement 1 is correct: As per the Constitutional framework in India, mercy petition to the President is the last constitutional resort a convict can take when he is sentenced by the court of law. A convict can present a mercy petition to the President of India under Article 72 of the Constitution of India.
● Statement 2 is correct: There is no statutory written procedure for dealing with mercy petitions, but in practice, after extinguishing all the reliefs in the court of law, either the convict in person or his relative on his behalf may submit a written petition to the President.
● Statement 3 is not correct: Even though the President and Governor are the executive heads, but they cannot exercise their discretion with regard to their powers under Articles 72 and 161. Both the executive heads are required to act on the advice of the appropriate government–Central and State Government. The advice of the appropriate Government binds the Head of the state.Incorrect
Answer: B
Explanation:
● Statement 1 is correct: As per the Constitutional framework in India, mercy petition to the President is the last constitutional resort a convict can take when he is sentenced by the court of law. A convict can present a mercy petition to the President of India under Article 72 of the Constitution of India.
● Statement 2 is correct: There is no statutory written procedure for dealing with mercy petitions, but in practice, after extinguishing all the reliefs in the court of law, either the convict in person or his relative on his behalf may submit a written petition to the President.
● Statement 3 is not correct: Even though the President and Governor are the executive heads, but they cannot exercise their discretion with regard to their powers under Articles 72 and 161. Both the executive heads are required to act on the advice of the appropriate government–Central and State Government. The advice of the appropriate Government binds the Head of the state. -
Question 2 of 5
2. Question
1 pointsRecently seen in the news, H3 No. 4 rocket is related to which one of the following countries?
Correct
Answer: A
Explanation:
- Option A is correct: Recently, Japan’s new H3 rocket flew for the fourth time ever. The H3 launched Kirameki 3, a military communications satellite also known as DSN-3, from Tanegashima Space Center.
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Answer: A
Explanation:
- Option A is correct: Recently, Japan’s new H3 rocket flew for the fourth time ever. The H3 launched Kirameki 3, a military communications satellite also known as DSN-3, from Tanegashima Space Center.
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
1 pointsWhich one of the following best describes Buddha Cārikā?
Correct
Answer: B
Explanation:
Option B is correct: Buddha Cārikā or the sublime wandering of the Buddha played an important role in the dissemination of the Buddha Dhamma. After attaining enlightenment, the Buddha travelled across India spreading his teachings among commoners.
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Answer: B
Explanation:
Option B is correct: Buddha Cārikā or the sublime wandering of the Buddha played an important role in the dissemination of the Buddha Dhamma. After attaining enlightenment, the Buddha travelled across India spreading his teachings among commoners.
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
1 pointsWith reference to the BRICS grouping, consider the following statements:
- It is a formal group of five countries with permanent headquarters in China.
- Ufa Declaration was signed by BRICS members for economic partnership between members.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Answer: C
Explanation:
- Statement 1 is not correct: BRICS is an informal group of states comprising the Federative Republic of Brazil, the Russian Federation, the Republic of India, the People’s Republic of China and the Republic of South Africa.
- Statement 2 is correct: During the VII Summit (Ufa, 8-9 July 2015) BRICS leaders signed Ufa Declaration, Ufa Plan of Actions and Strategy for BRICS Economic Partnership that confirmed the strategic character of BRICS countries partnership and determined the directions of five countries long-term cooperation. Within the framework of the summit a Memorandum of Understanding to establish BRICS joint website board and the Agreement between the BRICS Governments of cultural cooperation were signed.
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Answer: C
Explanation:
- Statement 1 is not correct: BRICS is an informal group of states comprising the Federative Republic of Brazil, the Russian Federation, the Republic of India, the People’s Republic of China and the Republic of South Africa.
- Statement 2 is correct: During the VII Summit (Ufa, 8-9 July 2015) BRICS leaders signed Ufa Declaration, Ufa Plan of Actions and Strategy for BRICS Economic Partnership that confirmed the strategic character of BRICS countries partnership and determined the directions of five countries long-term cooperation. Within the framework of the summit a Memorandum of Understanding to establish BRICS joint website board and the Agreement between the BRICS Governments of cultural cooperation were signed.
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
1 pointsThe Strait of Hormuz, often seen in the news, links:
Correct
Answer: B
Explanation:
Option B is correct: Strait of Hormuz is a channel linking the Persian Gulf (west) with the Gulf of Oman and the Arabian Sea (southeast). The strait is 35 to 60 miles wide and separates Iran (north) from the Arabian Peninsula (south).
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Answer: B
Explanation:
Option B is correct: Strait of Hormuz is a channel linking the Persian Gulf (west) with the Gulf of Oman and the Arabian Sea (southeast). The strait is 35 to 60 miles wide and separates Iran (north) from the Arabian Peninsula (south).
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