0 UPSC ENGLISH QUIZ 26.06.2024 Daily Quiz 1 / 5 Q1. Consider the following statements: 1. Patna High Court struck down the Bihar government's decision to increase the reservation quota from 50% to 65% for Backward Classes , Extremely Backward Classes , Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes in educational institutions and government jobs. 2. This move by the Bihar government has raised important questions about the legal limits on reservation policies in India. Which of the above statement/statements are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Explanation: Patna High Court struck down the Bihar government's decision to increase the reservation quota from 50% to 65% for Backward Classes (BC), Extremely Backward Classes (EBC), Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST) in educational institutions and government jobs. This move by the Bihar government has raised important questions about the legal limits on reservation policies in India. Other states having reservations above the 50% limit are Chhattisgarh (72%), Tamil Nadu (69%). North-eastern States including Arunachal Pradesh, Meghalaya, Mizoram and Nagaland (80% each).Lakshadweep has 100% reservations for STs. 2 / 5 Q2. Consider the following statements: 1. The new Post Office Act replaced the 125-year-old Indian Post Office Act of 1888 and came into force from 18 June 2024. 2. It was passed by the Rajya Sabha and Lok Sabha in December 2023 itself. 3. Section 9: This provision allows the centre to authorise any officer to intercept or detain any postal item for reasons related to state security, foreign relations, etc. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? 1 and 2 are correct 1 and 3 are correct 1 and 3 are correct All of the above Explanation: The new Post Office Act replaced the 125-year-old Indian Post Office Act of 1898 and came into force from 18 June 2024. It was passed by the Rajya Sabha and Lok Sabha in December 2023 itself. Key Highlights of the Post Office Act 2023 Section 9: This provision allows the centre to authorise any officer to intercept or detain any postal item for reasons related to state security, foreign relations, etc. Items suspected of containing prohibited goods or items liable for customs duty can be handed over to customs authorities. 3 / 5 Q3. Consider the following statements: 1. UNESCO honored Kozhikode as India’s first “City of Literature” on June 23. 2. According to this status, the city’s cultural history should be celebrated and used to help develop literary ability. Which of the above statement/statements are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Explanation: UNESCO honored Kozhikode as India’s first “City of Literature” on June 23. According to this status, the city’s cultural history should be celebrated and used to help develop literary ability. The Mayor of Kozhikode and the Kerala Institute of Local Administration took the lead in getting the city this title. Their thorough research and well-organized presentation brought out Kozhikode’s important contributions to many cultural areas, making Kolkata’s literary practices look weak in comparison. 4 / 5 Q4. Consider the following statements: 1. Institute of Risk Management (IRM) India Affiliate has granted license to Sri Sri University (SSU), Odisha to set up India’s first Global Centre for Enterprise Risk Management (ERM). 2. The agreement was formalized at the Art of Living International Centre in Bengaluru, Karnataka. 3. The primary objective is to create a safer environment across East India through partnerships with local organizations and governmental bodies. 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: Institute of Risk Management (IRM) India Affiliate has granted license to Sri Sri University (SSU), Odisha to set up India’s first Global Centre for Enterprise Risk Management (ERM). The agreement was formalized at the Art of Living International Centre in Bengaluru, Karnataka. The primary objective is to create a safer environment across East India through partnerships with local organizations and governmental bodies. Focus areas include disaster risks, safety, cyber risk management, women and child safety, and financial risks. Educational and Training Opportunities SSU students gain access to IRM's global resources and training programs. The curriculum emphasizes risk-informed business leadership, entrepreneurship, and corporate management skills. 5 / 5 Q5. Consider the following statements: 1. UP to Establish World's First Asian King Vulture Conservation and Breeding Centre. 2. This initiative aims to improve the population of the Asian king vultures, which have been listed as critically endangered on the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)'s red list since 2005. Which of the above statement/statements are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Explanation: Uttar Pradesh (UP) is establishing the 'Jatayu Conservation and Breeding Centre,' the world's first conservation and breeding centre for Asian king vultures (also known as red-headed vultures or Pondicherry vultures) in Maharajganj, UP. This initiative aims to improve the population of the Asian king vultures, which have been listed as critically endangered on the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)'s red list since 2007. Asian king vultures are endangered due to habitat degradation and the overuse of diclofenac, a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug used in domestic animals, which becomes poisonous for vultures. The centre aims to ensure the good health of growing vultures and provide them with a pair. After the female lays an egg, the pair will be released into their natural environment. The enclosure is accessible only to the keeper and is monitored 24x7 by Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV) cameras. Your score is LinkedIn Facebook Twitter VKontakte Post navigation ALL EXAM QUIZ 26.06.2024 ALL EXAM QUIZ 27.06.2024
