Daily Quiz 22 October 2024
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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements with reference to Inter-Parliamentary Union:
- It is a specialized agency of the United Nations.
- It was established after the end of World War II to establish democracy in the newly independent nation states.
- It does not have a permanent headquarters or secretariat.
How many of the above statements are correct?
Correct
Answer: C
Explanation:
● Statement 2 is not correct: The Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) was established in 1889, brings together parliamentary representatives of some 178 sovereign States. Its stated purpose is to work for peace and co-operation among all peoples and for the firm establishment of representative institutions. The IPU is composed of national parliaments or groups representing their national parliaments.
● Statement 1 is not correct: It is not a specialised organ of the United Nations.
● Statement 3 is not correct: Its headquarters are located in Geneva, Switzerland.
● The IPU’s twice-yearly Assembly convenes a standing body of the world’s parliamentarians to engage in debate on issues on the international agenda. The IPU’s principal administrative and policy-making body is the Governing Council, which meets at each Assembly. The Governing Council is made up of three MPs from each Member Parliament. Such delegations must include both men and women.Incorrect
Answer: C
Explanation:
● Statement 2 is not correct: The Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) was established in 1889, brings together parliamentary representatives of some 178 sovereign States. Its stated purpose is to work for peace and co-operation among all peoples and for the firm establishment of representative institutions. The IPU is composed of national parliaments or groups representing their national parliaments.
● Statement 1 is not correct: It is not a specialised organ of the United Nations.
● Statement 3 is not correct: Its headquarters are located in Geneva, Switzerland.
● The IPU’s twice-yearly Assembly convenes a standing body of the world’s parliamentarians to engage in debate on issues on the international agenda. The IPU’s principal administrative and policy-making body is the Governing Council, which meets at each Assembly. The Governing Council is made up of three MPs from each Member Parliament. Such delegations must include both men and women. -
Question 2 of 5
2. Question
1 pointsWith reference to the Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT), consider the following statements:
- It has been established under the provisions of the Article 323-A of the Constitution of India.
- Only a sitting or retired judge of the Supreme Court can be appointed as its Chairperson.
- Secretarial staff of the Parliament of India and staff of the Supreme Court are not under the jurisdiction of the CAT.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Correct
Answer: C
Explanation:
- Statement 1 is correct: The Central Administrative Tribunal had been established under Article 323 -A of the Constitution for adjudication of disputes and complaints with respect to recruitment and conditions of service of persons appointed to public services and posts in connection with the affairs of the Union or other authorities under the control of the Government.
- Statement 2 is not correct: Each Bench consists of one Judicial Member and one Administrative Member. The Central Administrative Tribunal has been established as a specialist body of Administrative Members and Judicial Members who by virtue of their specialized knowledge are better equipped to dispense speedy and effective justice. A person shall not be qualified for appointment as the Chairman unless he is, or
has been a Judge of a High Court.
Statement 3 is correct: Members of the defence forces, secretarial staff of the Parliament of India and staff of the Supreme Court are not under the jurisdiction of the CAT.
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Answer: C
Explanation:
- Statement 1 is correct: The Central Administrative Tribunal had been established under Article 323 -A of the Constitution for adjudication of disputes and complaints with respect to recruitment and conditions of service of persons appointed to public services and posts in connection with the affairs of the Union or other authorities under the control of the Government.
- Statement 2 is not correct: Each Bench consists of one Judicial Member and one Administrative Member. The Central Administrative Tribunal has been established as a specialist body of Administrative Members and Judicial Members who by virtue of their specialized knowledge are better equipped to dispense speedy and effective justice. A person shall not be qualified for appointment as the Chairman unless he is, or
has been a Judge of a High Court.
Statement 3 is correct: Members of the defence forces, secretarial staff of the Parliament of India and staff of the Supreme Court are not under the jurisdiction of the CAT.
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
1 pointsWhich one of the following best describes the term, Greenwashing?
Correct
Answer: B
Explanation:
Option B is correct: “Greenwashing” is a term that plays on the word ‘whitewashing’ and refers to the marketing tactic where companies falsely claim or exaggerate the environmental benefits of their products or services, often using vague or unsubstantiated terms such as “natural,” “eco-friendly,” or “green.
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Answer: B
Explanation:
Option B is correct: “Greenwashing” is a term that plays on the word ‘whitewashing’ and refers to the marketing tactic where companies falsely claim or exaggerate the environmental benefits of their products or services, often using vague or unsubstantiated terms such as “natural,” “eco-friendly,” or “green.
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
1 pointsBone Ossification Test recently seen in the news is used to:
Correct
Answer: A
Explanation:
- Option A is correct: Ossification is the natural process of bone formation. This starts from the early developmental stage of the foetus and continues until late adolescence, but differs slightly from individual to individual. Based on the stage of development of the bones, experts can determine the approximate age of the person.
- In a bone ossification test, X-rays of a few bones, such as those of hands and the wrists, are conducted to determine skeletal and biological development. The images may be compared with X-rays of standard development, which can assist in determining the age.
The analysis could be also based on a scoring system that looks at individual bones on the hands and wrists and their growth, and compares them with the standard of maturation of bones among a certain population.
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Answer: A
Explanation:
- Option A is correct: Ossification is the natural process of bone formation. This starts from the early developmental stage of the foetus and continues until late adolescence, but differs slightly from individual to individual. Based on the stage of development of the bones, experts can determine the approximate age of the person.
- In a bone ossification test, X-rays of a few bones, such as those of hands and the wrists, are conducted to determine skeletal and biological development. The images may be compared with X-rays of standard development, which can assist in determining the age.
The analysis could be also based on a scoring system that looks at individual bones on the hands and wrists and their growth, and compares them with the standard of maturation of bones among a certain population.
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements:
- The Commission for Agricultural Costs and Prices (CACP) determines the final price for crops under the Minimum Support Price (MSP) regime.
- MSP is announced for Raw cotton, raw jute and De-husked coconut.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Answer: B
Explanation:
- Minimum Support Price (MSP) is the lowest rate at which government procurement agencies buy crops from farmers. It shields farmers from market fluctuations, offering stability and income security.
- Statement 1 is not correct: MSP is crucial for ensuring fair prices for farmers and is determined by the Commission for Agricultural Costs and Prices (CACP), considering factors like production costs, market trends, and demand-supply dynamics. Established in 1965, CACP operates under the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare. After the CACP submits its recommendations, the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), chaired by the Prime Minister of India, makes the final decision on MSP levels.
- Statement 2 is correct: Government announces minimum support prices (MSPs) for 22 mandated crops and fair and remunerative price (FRP) for sugarcane.Cereals (7) – paddy, wheat, barley, jowar, bajra, maize and ragi
- Pulses (5) – gram, arhar/tur, moong, urad and lentil
- Oilseeds (8) – groundnut, rapeseed/mustard, toria, soyabean, sunflower seed, sesamum, safflower seed and nigerseed
- Raw cotton
- Raw jute
- Copra
- De-husked coconut
Virginia flu cured (VFC) tobacco
Incorrect
Answer: B
Explanation:
- Minimum Support Price (MSP) is the lowest rate at which government procurement agencies buy crops from farmers. It shields farmers from market fluctuations, offering stability and income security.
- Statement 1 is not correct: MSP is crucial for ensuring fair prices for farmers and is determined by the Commission for Agricultural Costs and Prices (CACP), considering factors like production costs, market trends, and demand-supply dynamics. Established in 1965, CACP operates under the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare. After the CACP submits its recommendations, the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), chaired by the Prime Minister of India, makes the final decision on MSP levels.
- Statement 2 is correct: Government announces minimum support prices (MSPs) for 22 mandated crops and fair and remunerative price (FRP) for sugarcane.Cereals (7) – paddy, wheat, barley, jowar, bajra, maize and ragi
- Pulses (5) – gram, arhar/tur, moong, urad and lentil
- Oilseeds (8) – groundnut, rapeseed/mustard, toria, soyabean, sunflower seed, sesamum, safflower seed and nigerseed
- Raw cotton
- Raw jute
- Copra
- De-husked coconut
Virginia flu cured (VFC) tobacco
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