In the areas covered under the Panchayat (Extension to the Scheduled Area) Act, 1996, what is the role/power of Gram Sabha?
1. Gram Sabha has the power to prevent the alienation of land in the Scheduled Areas.
2. Gram Sabha has the ownership of minor forest produce.
3. A recommendation of Gram Sabha is required for granting a prospecting license or mining lease for any mineral in the Scheduled Areas.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
How does the National Biodiversity Authority (NBA) help in protecting the Indian agriculture?
1. NBA checks the biopiracy and protects the indigenous and traditional genetic resources.
2. NBA directly monitors and supervises the scientific research on genetic modification of crop plants.
3. Application for Intellectual Property. Rights related to genetic/biological resources cannot be made without the approval of the NBA.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
The National Green. Tribunal Act, 2010 was enacted in consonance with which of the following provisions of the Constitution of India?
1. Right to a healthy environment, constructed as a part of the Right to life under Article 21
2. Provision of grants for raising the level of administration in the Scheduled Areas for the welfare of Scheduled Tribes under Article 276(1)
3. Powers and functions of Gram Sabha as mentioned under Article 243(A)
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If National Water Mission is properly and completely implemented, how will it impact the country?
1. Part of the water needs of urban areas will be met through recycling of waste water.
2. The water requirements of coastal cities with inadequate alternative sources of water will be met by adopting appropriate technologies that allow for the use of ocean water.
3. All the rivers of Himalayan origin will be linked to the rivers of pansolar India.
4. The expenses incurred by farmers for digging bore-wells and for installing motors and pump - sets to draw ground - water will be completely reimbursed by the Government.
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Considered the following provisions under the Directive Principles of State Policy as enshrined in the Constitution of India:
1. Securing for citizens of India a uniform civil code
2. Organizing village Panchayats.
3. Promoting cottage industries in rural areas
4. Securing for all the workers reasonable leisure and cultural opportunities
Which of the above are the Gradian Principles that are reflected in the Directive Principles of State Policy?
Considered the following statements:
1. Union Territories are not represented in the Rajya Sabha.
2. It is within the purview of the Chief Election Commissioner to adjudicate the election dispute.
3. According to the Constitution of India, the Parliament consists of the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha only.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
With reference to consumers' rights/privileges under the provisions of law in India, which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. Consumers are empowered to take samples for food testing.
2. When a consumer files a complaint in any consumer forum, no fee is required to be paid.
3. In case of the death of a consumer, his/her legal heir can file a complaint in the consumer forum on his/her behalf.
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Regarding the office of the Lok Sabha speaker, Consider the following statements:
1. He / she holds the office during the pleasure of the President.
2. He / she need not be a member of the House at the time of His / Her election but has to become a member of the House within six months from the date of his / her election.
3. If he / she intends to resign, the letter of his/her resignation has to be addressed to the Deputy Speaker.
Which of the statements given above is / are correct?
Which of the following are included in the original jurisdiction of the Supreme Court?
1. A dispute between the Government of India and one or more States
2. A dispute regarding elections to either the House of the Parliament or that of Legislature of a State
3. A dispute between the Government of India and a Union Territory
4. A dispute between two or more States
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