1 UPSC ENGLISH QUIZ 24.02.2024 Daily Quiz 1 / 5 Q1. Consider the following statements: The Global Pulses Conference was jointly organized by the National Agricultural Cooperative Marketing Federation of India Limited and the Global Pulse Confederation (GPC). This conference is organized annually, in which mainly pulses producers, processors and traders participate Which of the above statement/statements are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Explanation: The Global Pulses Conference was jointly organized by the National Agricultural Cooperative Marketing Federation of India Limited and the Global Pulse Confederation (GPC). This conference is organized annually, in which mainly pulses producers, processors and traders participate.India has set a target of becoming self-reliant in the field of pulses production by the year 2027, in which the focus will be on increasing agriculture and supplying new varieties of seeds to the farmers. Status of Pulse Production in India India is the largest producer (25% of global production), consumer (27% of world consumption) and importer (14%) of pulses in the world. Pulses account for around 20% of the area under food grains and contribute around 7-10% of the total foodgrains production in the country. Top Pulses Producing States: Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh and Karnataka. 2 / 5 Q2. Consider the following statements: Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment submitted the Annual Report 2022-23 of the National Commission of Schedule Caste (NCSC) to the President of India. The reports contain various recommendations on the issues entrusted to the Commission regarding the protection of Constitutional Safeguards of the Scheduled Castes (SCs) as enshrined in the Constitution of India. Initially, the constitution provided for the appointment of a Special Officer under Article 338. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? 1 and 2 are correct 1 and 3 are correct 2 and 3 are correct All of the above Explanation: Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment submitted the Annual Report 2022-23 of the National Commission of Schedule Caste (NCSC) to the President of India. The reports contain various recommendations on the issues entrusted to the Commission regarding the protection of Constitutional Safeguards of the Scheduled Castes (SCs) as enshrined in the Constitution of India. As per the mandate given to the NCSC under Article 338 of the Constitution of India, it is the duty of the Commission to present to the President annually & at other times as the Commission may deem fit, report upon the working of the Constitutional Safeguards of the SCs. National Commission for Scheduled Castes The NCSC is a Constitutional Body established with a view to provide safeguards against the exploitation of Scheduled Castes and to promote and protect their social, educational, economic and cultural interests. Special Officer Initially, the constitution provided for the appointment of a Special Officer under Article 338. The special officer was designated as the Commissioner for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. 65th Constitutional Amendment Act, 1990: It amended Article 338 of the Constitution and replaced the one-member system with a multi-member National Commission for Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes(ST). 3 / 5 Q3. Consider the following statements: The Supreme Court told States and Union Territories to act as per the definition of ‘forest’ laid down in its 1996 judgment for identifying and preserving forest land. Chief Justice D.Y. The bench headed by Chandrachud included Justice J.B. Pardiwala and Justice Manoj Mishra. Which of the above statement/statements are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Explanation: The Supreme Court told States and Union Territories to act as per the definition of ‘forest’ laid down in its 1996 judgment for identifying and preserving forest land. It asked States/UTs to refrain from using the 2023 amendment to the Forest (Conservation) Act. The amendment act allegedly removed 1.97 lakh square km of land from forest area. Main point The Supreme Court was hearing a PIL challenging the constitutionality of the Act. Chief Justice D.Y. The bench headed by Chandrachud included Justice J.B. Pardiwala and Justice Manoj Mishra. The Supreme Court said that until the process of land being recorded as 'forest' in the government records is completed, the judgment given in the Godavarman case will remain valid. 4 / 5 Q4. Consider the following statements: Released a position paper titled 'Reimagining the Senior Citizen Care Paradigm'. This report was released by Suman Beri, Vice Chairman of NITI Aayog. It emphasizes on their respect, dignity and dignified life. The elderly population in India is just over 10 percent. That means around Rs 10.40 crore. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? 1 and 2 are correct 1 and 3 are correct 2 and 3 are correct All of the above Explanation: Released a position paper titled 'Reimagining the Senior Citizen Care Paradigm'. This report was released by Suman Beri, Vice Chairman of NITI Aayog. It emphasizes on their respect, dignity and dignified life. The elderly population in India is just over 10 percent. That means around Rs 10.40 crore. By the year 2030, 12 percent of the country's population will be above 60 years of age and the government can bring a policy to ensure the safety of these 15 crore people. By the year 2050, the figure of elderly population is estimated to reach 19.5 percent. In this report It has been said to protect the elderly in health, economic, social and digital terms. NITI Aayog has released a complete draft to help the government in this regard. In this draft, the elderly are mainly protected in four areas: health, social, The position paper recommends specific interventions required in terms of empowerment of older people, service delivery and their inclusion under four key areas – health, social, economic/financial and digital. 5 / 5 Q5. Consider the following statements: Malta has become the 119th country to join the International Solar Alliance. The ISA is an alliance of over 220 signatory countries that aims to reduce dependence on non-renewable sources of energy, such as fossil fuels. Which of the above statement/statements are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Explanation: Malta has become the 119th country to join the International Solar Alliance. The ISA is an alliance of over 120 signatory countries that aims to reduce dependence on non-renewable sources of energy, such as fossil fuels. On 19 February, Christopher Cutajar, Permanent Secretary of the Maltese Ministry of Foreign Affairs, signed the ISA Framework Agreement. The platform seeks to develop and deploy cost-effective and transformative energy solutions powered by the sun to help member countries develop low-carbon development trajectories. It has a special focus on making an impact in countries classified as Least Developed Countries (LDCs) and Small Island Developing States (SIDS). International Solar Alliance (ISA) International Solar Alliance (ISA) was co-founded by India and France. India and France jointly launched the International Solar Alliance (ISA) on 30 November 2015 at COP21 in Paris, France. Its main objective is to reduce the use of conventional energy by using solar energy efficiently. Ajay Mathur is the current Director-General of International Solar Alliance. Its headquarters is located in Gurugram. Your score is LinkedIn Facebook Twitter VKontakte Post navigation ALL EXAM QUIZ 24.02.2024 ALL EXAM QUIZ 02.03.2024
