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Question 1 of 10
1. Question
2 points
Consider the following statements:
National Legal Services Authority (NALSA) was constituted on 5th December, 1985.
The Chief Justice of India is patron-in-chief of NALSA.
The prime objective of NALSA is speedy disposal of cases and reducing the burden of judiciary
Which of the given above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Answer: B
National Legal Services Authority of India (NALSA) was formed on 5th December 1995 under the authority of the Legal Services Authorities Act 1987.
The Chief Justice of India is patron-in-chief of NALSA while second seniormost judge of Supreme Court of India is the Executive-Chairman.
The prime objective of NALSA is speedy disposal of cases and reducing the burden of judiciary.
Incorrect
Answer: B
National Legal Services Authority of India (NALSA) was formed on 5th December 1995 under the authority of the Legal Services Authorities Act 1987.
The Chief Justice of India is patron-in-chief of NALSA while second seniormost judge of Supreme Court of India is the Executive-Chairman.
The prime objective of NALSA is speedy disposal of cases and reducing the burden of judiciary.
Question 2 of 10
2. Question
2 points
Consider the following statements about Lok Adalat:
It has statutory authority under the Legal Services Authorities Act, 1987.
There is no court fee payable when a matter is filed in a Lok Adalat.
The jurisdiction of the Lok Adalats is upto Rs. Ten Lakhs.
Which of the given above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Answer: B
Lok Adalat is one of the alternative dispute redressal mechanisms, it is a forum where disputes/cases pending in the court of law or at pre-litigation stage are settled/ compromised amicably. Lok Adalats have been given statutory status under the Legal Services Authorities Act, 1987.
There is no court fee payable when a matter is filed in a Lok Adalat. If a matter pending in the court of law is referred to the Lok Adalat and is settled subsequently, the court fee originally paid in the court on the complaints/petition is also refunded back to the parties.
Nature of Cases to be Referred to Lok Adalat o Any case pending before any court. o Any dispute which has not been brought before any court and is likely to be filed before the court. o Provided that any matter relating to an off.
Incorrect
Answer: B
Lok Adalat is one of the alternative dispute redressal mechanisms, it is a forum where disputes/cases pending in the court of law or at pre-litigation stage are settled/ compromised amicably. Lok Adalats have been given statutory status under the Legal Services Authorities Act, 1987.
There is no court fee payable when a matter is filed in a Lok Adalat. If a matter pending in the court of law is referred to the Lok Adalat and is settled subsequently, the court fee originally paid in the court on the complaints/petition is also refunded back to the parties.
Nature of Cases to be Referred to Lok Adalat o Any case pending before any court. o Any dispute which has not been brought before any court and is likely to be filed before the court. o Provided that any matter relating to an off.
Question 3 of 10
3. Question
2 points
Consider the following statements regarding the Presidency of the United Nations Security Council :
It rotates among the 15 member-states of the council monthly.
The Constitutional head of the country is known as the President of the United Nations Security Council.
Recently, India has assumed the presidency of the United Nations Security Council.
Which of the given above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Answer: C
India has assumed the rotating Presidency of the United Nations Security Council for the month of August. It rotates among the 15 member-states of the council monthly.
The head of the country’s delegation is known as the President of the United Nations Security Council.
Incorrect
Answer: C
India has assumed the rotating Presidency of the United Nations Security Council for the month of August. It rotates among the 15 member-states of the council monthly.
The head of the country’s delegation is known as the President of the United Nations Security Council.
Question 4 of 10
4. Question
2 points
Recently, India has clearly conveyed to Pakistan that the entire Union Territories of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh, including the areas of Gilgit and Baltistan, are an integral part of the country by virtue of its fully legal and irrevocable accession. In the context of this, the strategically located ‘Gilgit-Baltistan’ shares a geographical boundary with:
Ladakh
Aksai Chin
Shaksgam Valley
Wakhan Corridor
Select the correct answer using the code below:
Correct
Answer: B
It borders China in the North, Afghanistan in the west and Kashmir in the south east.
It shares a geographical boundary with Pakistan-occupied Kashmir.
The region was a part of the erstwhile princely state of Jammu and Kashmir, but has been under Pakistan’s control since 4th November, 1947, following the invasion of Kashmir by tribal militias and the Pakistan army.
The China Pakistan Economic Corridor passes through this region.
Incorrect
Answer: B
It borders China in the North, Afghanistan in the west and Kashmir in the south east.
It shares a geographical boundary with Pakistan-occupied Kashmir.
The region was a part of the erstwhile princely state of Jammu and Kashmir, but has been under Pakistan’s control since 4th November, 1947, following the invasion of Kashmir by tribal militias and the Pakistan army.
The China Pakistan Economic Corridor passes through this region.
Question 5 of 10
5. Question
2 points
The Shreya Singhal case was in news recently, is related to which of the following?
Correct
Answer: A
In the 2015 Shreya Singhal v. Union of India case, the Supreme Court had struck the section down, declaring it a violation of freedom of speech and expression. Introduced with an amendment in 2009, the section punishes offence or annoyance caused through electronic communication media.
Incorrect
Answer: A
In the 2015 Shreya Singhal v. Union of India case, the Supreme Court had struck the section down, declaring it a violation of freedom of speech and expression. Introduced with an amendment in 2009, the section punishes offence or annoyance caused through electronic communication media.
Question 6 of 10
6. Question
2 points
Consider the following pairs:
Orang National Park: Arunachal Pradesh
Panna National Park: Madhya Pradesh
Dudhwa National Park: Bihar
Which of the given above pairs is/are correctly matched?
Correct
Answer: C
Manas, Kaziranga and Orang in Assam.
Satpura, Kanha and Panna in Madhya Pradesh.
Pench in Maharashtra.
Valmiki Tiger Reserve in Bihar.
Dudhwa in Uttar Pradesh.
Sunderbans in West Bengal.
Parambikulam in Kerala.
Bandipur Tiger Reserve of Karnataka.
Mudumalai and Anamalai Tiger Reserve in Tamil Nadu.
Incorrect
Answer: C
Manas, Kaziranga and Orang in Assam.
Satpura, Kanha and Panna in Madhya Pradesh.
Pench in Maharashtra.
Valmiki Tiger Reserve in Bihar.
Dudhwa in Uttar Pradesh.
Sunderbans in West Bengal.
Parambikulam in Kerala.
Bandipur Tiger Reserve of Karnataka.
Mudumalai and Anamalai Tiger Reserve in Tamil Nadu.
Question 7 of 10
7. Question
2 points
Why is a plant called “Withania somnifera” often mentioned in news?
Correct
Answer: B
‘Ashwagandha’ (Withania somnifera) is commonly known as ‘Indian winter cherry’.
It is a traditional Indian herb that boosts energy, reduces stress and makes the immune system stronger.
It is classified as an adaptogen, which means that it can help the body to
manage stress.
Ashwagandha is widely grown in dry parts of subtropical regions. Rajasthan,
Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Gujarat, Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh are
major ashwagandha growing states in India.
Being a hardy and drought-tolerant crop, ashwagandha requires a relatively
dry season throughout its growing period. Areas with 60-75 cm rainfall are
suitable for its cultivation.
Temperature between 20°C to 35°C is most suitable.
It grows well in sandy loam or light red soils having pH 7.5-8.0. Black or heavy
soils having good drainage are also suitable for ashwagandha cultivation
Incorrect
Answer: B
‘Ashwagandha’ (Withania somnifera) is commonly known as ‘Indian winter cherry’.
It is a traditional Indian herb that boosts energy, reduces stress and makes the immune system stronger.
It is classified as an adaptogen, which means that it can help the body to
manage stress.
Ashwagandha is widely grown in dry parts of subtropical regions. Rajasthan,
Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Gujarat, Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh are
major ashwagandha growing states in India.
Being a hardy and drought-tolerant crop, ashwagandha requires a relatively
dry season throughout its growing period. Areas with 60-75 cm rainfall are
suitable for its cultivation.
Temperature between 20°C to 35°C is most suitable.
It grows well in sandy loam or light red soils having pH 7.5-8.0. Black or heavy
soils having good drainage are also suitable for ashwagandha cultivation
Question 8 of 10
8. Question
2 points
Consider the following statements:
Article 22 grants protection to persons who are arrested or detained.
Both the Parliament as well as the state legislatures can concurrently make a law of
preventive detention for reasons connected with the security of a state.
Which of the given above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Answer: C
Article 22 grants protection to persons who are arrested or detained. Detention is of two types, namely, punitive and preventive. Punitive detention is to punish a person for an offence committed by him after trial and conviction in a court. Preventive detention, on the other hand, means detention of a person without trial and conviction by a court.
The Constitution has divided the legislative power with regard to preventive detention between the Parliament and the state legislatures. The Parliament has exclusive authority to make a law of preventive detention for reasons connected with defense, foreign affairs and the security of India. Both the Parliament as well as the state legislatures can concurrently make a law of preventive
detention for reasons connected with the security of a state, the maintenance of public order and the maintenance of supplies and services essential to the community.
Incorrect
Answer: C
Article 22 grants protection to persons who are arrested or detained. Detention is of two types, namely, punitive and preventive. Punitive detention is to punish a person for an offence committed by him after trial and conviction in a court. Preventive detention, on the other hand, means detention of a person without trial and conviction by a court.
The Constitution has divided the legislative power with regard to preventive detention between the Parliament and the state legislatures. The Parliament has exclusive authority to make a law of preventive detention for reasons connected with defense, foreign affairs and the security of India. Both the Parliament as well as the state legislatures can concurrently make a law of preventive
detention for reasons connected with the security of a state, the maintenance of public order and the maintenance of supplies and services essential to the community.
Question 9 of 10
9. Question
2 points
Consider the following statements :
Zika is a virus that is spread mostly by mosquitoes.
Apart from the mosquitoes, an infected person can also spread the virus.
Which of the given above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Answer: C
The Zika virus is predominantly transmitted by infected mosquitoes from the Aedes genus, mainly Aedes aegypti. The Aedes mosquitoes also spread dengue, chikungunya and yellow fever.
Apart from the mosquitoes, an infected person can also spread the virus.
It has no treatment or vaccine. Instead, the focus is on relieving symptoms and includes rest, rehydration and acetaminophen for fever and pain.
Incorrect
Answer: C
The Zika virus is predominantly transmitted by infected mosquitoes from the Aedes genus, mainly Aedes aegypti. The Aedes mosquitoes also spread dengue, chikungunya and yellow fever.
Apart from the mosquitoes, an infected person can also spread the virus.
It has no treatment or vaccine. Instead, the focus is on relieving symptoms and includes rest, rehydration and acetaminophen for fever and pain.
Question 10 of 10
10. Question
2 points
Consider the following statements regarding e-RUPI:
It is a contactless instrument for digital payment.
It has been developed by the National Informatics Centre (NIC).
Which of the given above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Answer: A
e-RUPI is a person and purpose-specific cashless digital payment solution.
It is a contactless instrument for digital payment.
It is based on a QR code or SMS string-based e-voucher, which is delivered to
the mobile of the beneficiaries.
The system will eliminate the need for any physical interface, mobile banking,
debit, or credit cards by simply and directly allowing the beneficiary to avail the
benefits by redeeming the codes at specific centers.
It has been developed by the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI),
the Department of Financial Services, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare,
and the National Health Authority.
Incorrect
Answer: A
e-RUPI is a person and purpose-specific cashless digital payment solution.
It is a contactless instrument for digital payment.
It is based on a QR code or SMS string-based e-voucher, which is delivered to
the mobile of the beneficiaries.
The system will eliminate the need for any physical interface, mobile banking,
debit, or credit cards by simply and directly allowing the beneficiary to avail the
benefits by redeeming the codes at specific centers.
It has been developed by the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI),
the Department of Financial Services, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare,
