Which Constitutional Amendment granted constitutional status to Co-operative Societies in India?
74th Constitutional Amendment Act, 1992
73rd Constitutional Amendment Act, 1992
97th Constitutional Amendment Act, 2011
86th Constitutional Amendment Act, 2002
The question asks to identify the Constitutional Amendment Act that granted constitutional status to Co-operative Societies in India. We need to recall the major constitutional amendments and their provisions.
Correct Option: C) 97 th Constitutional Amendment Act, 2011
The 97th Constitutional Amendment Act, 2011, gave constitutional status and protection to co-operative societies. It made the following three changes in the Constitution:
The question asks to identify the Schedule of the Indian Constitution that protects laws from judicial review. This requires knowledge of the various Schedules and their primary functions, particularly focusing on those related to the judiciary and legislative powers.
B) Ninth Schedule — This Schedule was specifically created to protect certain laws and regulations from being challenged in courts on the grounds of violation of fundamental rights, thereby limiting judicial review for those specific laws. While its immunity is no longer absolute after the I.R. Coelho case, its historical and primary function aligns with the question.
This question tests knowledge of the Right to Information (RTI) Act, 2005, specifically the timelines mandated for Public Information Officers (PIOs) to furnish information to applicants. Understanding the standard timeline and exceptions is crucial.
Correct Option: C) 30 days generally and 48 hours for life or liberty cases
The question asks about the number of digits in the Unique Land Parcel Identification Number (ULPIN), which is a key component of the Digital India Land Records Modernisation Programme (DILRMP). This is a factual question related to government initiatives and digital identification systems.
D) 14 digits is the correct answer. The ULPIN is a 14-digit alphanumeric identification number.
The question asks to identify the correct statement about the National Rural Livelihoods Mission (NRLM). We need to recall the primary objectives and features of NRLM and compare them with the given options.
Correct Option: B) It aims to organise rural poor into Self-Help Groups (SHGs).
The question asks for the establishment year of the Planning Commission of India. This is a direct factual question related to India's post-independence economic planning history. Recalling key dates in Indian governance and economic policy is essential.
Correct Option: B) 1950
The question asks to identify which option was NOT a feature of the Green Revolution in India. We need to recall the key characteristics and objectives of the Green Revolution and then evaluate each given option against these features.
B) Expansion of agricultural land — The Green Revolution focused on increasing productivity per unit of existing land through technological advancements and improved inputs, rather than significantly expanding the total area under cultivation. While some expansion might have occurred, it was not a defining or primary feature of the Green Revolution's strategy.
The question asks about the characteristics of Read-Only Memory (ROM). We need to evaluate each option based on the fundamental properties of ROM.
Correct Option: A) It stores the booting instructions permanently.
The question asks about the capital city of Vatsaraj, a ruler of the Gurjara-Pratihara dynasty, during its expansion phase. To answer this, we need to recall the early history and territorial control of the Gurjara-Pratiharas, specifically under Vatsaraj.
A) Ujjain — Vatsaraj, an early and powerful ruler of the Gurjara-Pratihara dynasty, established his capital at Ujjain. From this strategic location, he launched his campaigns and expanded the dynasty's influence.
The question asks for the venue of the annual meeting of the World Economic Forum (WEF) in January 2025. This requires knowledge of current affairs and the established location for this prominent international event.
Correct Option: A) Davos