With reference to the Parliament of India, consider the following statements:
1. A private member's bill is a bill presented by a Member of Parliament who is not elected but only nominated by the President of India.
2. Recently, a private member's bill has been passed in the Parliament of India for the first time in its history.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
The question asks to identify the correct statements regarding private member's bills in the Indian Parliament. We need to evaluate each statement based on the established rules and historical facts concerning private member's bills.
D) Neither 1 nor 2
Both statements are incorrect. Statement 1 misdefines a private member, and Statement 2 makes a false claim about the historical passing of private member's bills.
With reference to the difference between the culture of Rigvedic Aryans and Indus Valley people,which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. Rigvedic Aryans used the coat of mail and helmet in warfare whereas the people of Indus Valley Civilization did not leave any evidence of using them.
2. Rigvedic Aryans knew gold, silver, and copper whereas Indus Valley people knew only copper and iron.
3. Rigvedic Aryans had domesticated the horse whereas there is no evidence of Indus Valley people having been aware of this animal.
select the correct answer using the code given below:
The question asks us to identify the correct statements regarding the differences between Rigvedic Aryans and Indus Valley people. We need to evaluate each statement based on historical and archaeological evidence.
C) 1 and 3 only
Statements 1 and 3 are correct based on historical and archaeological evidence. Statement 2 is incorrect because Indus Valley people knew gold, silver, and copper/bronze, but not iron.
The question asks about the context in which the "Recognition of Prior Learning Scheme" is mentioned in the news. This requires knowledge of government schemes related to skill development.
Correct Option: A) Certifying the skills acquired by construction workers through traditional channels.
The Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) scheme, under the Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY), aims to certify the skills of individuals who have acquired them through traditional, informal, or experiential learning. Construction workers, who often learn their trade on the job without formal training or certification, are a prime target group for this scheme. It helps them get formal recognition for their existing skills, improving their employability and access to better opportunities.
The question asks to identify the region that serves as an important ecological link between the Eastern and Western Ghats. This requires knowledge of the geographical locations of these protected areas and their role in wildlife corridors.
Correct Option: A) Sathyamangalam Tiger Reserve is located at the junction of the Eastern and Western Ghats and is recognized as a vital wildlife corridor, especially for elephants and tigers, connecting the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve (Western Ghats) with the Eastern Ghats.
One of the implications of equality in society is the absence of
The question asks about the implication of equality in society. We need to understand what equality means in a societal context and how it relates to the given options.
Correct Option: A) Privileges
Consider the following statements in respect of Trade Related Analysis of Fauna and Flora in Commerce (TRAFFIC):
1. TRAFFIC is a bureau under the United Nations Environment Programme(UNEP).
2. The mission of TRAFFIC is to ensure that trade in wild plants and animals is not a threat to the conservation of nature.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
The question asks us to evaluate two statements regarding TRAFFIC (Trade Related Analysis of Fauna and Flora in Commerce). We need to determine which of these statements is/are correct based on factual knowledge about TRAFFIC's organizational structure and mission.
B) 2 only. Statement 1 is incorrect because TRAFFIC is a joint program of WWF and IUCN, not a bureau under UNEP. Statement 2 accurately describes TRAFFIC's mission.
The question asks about the principles added to the Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP) by the 42nd Amendment Act of 1976. This requires knowledge of the specific changes made to the DPSP by this significant amendment.
Correct Option: B) Participation of workers in the management of industries. This principle was added by the 42nd Amendment Act of 1976 as Article 43A, which states that the State shall take steps, by suitable legislation or in any other way, to secure the participation of workers in the management of undertakings, establishments or other organisations engaged in any industry.
The question asks to identify the correct statement regarding the nature of 'Rights'. Understanding the fundamental concept of rights in a democratic and constitutional framework is crucial. Rights are typically understood as entitlements that individuals possess, often enforceable against the governing authority.
C) Rights are claims of the citizens against the state. This statement correctly defines rights as entitlements that individuals hold, which the state is bound to respect and protect. It establishes a relationship where the state has obligations towards its citizens regarding these rights.
The question asks to identify the organization responsible for publishing the 'Global Gender Gap Index'. This requires knowledge of international reports and the organizations that produce them.
A) World Economic Forum β The World Economic Forum (WEF) is an international non-governmental and lobbying organisation based in Cologny, Geneva Canton, Switzerland. It is well-known for its annual meeting in Davos and for publishing several research reports, including the Global Gender Gap Report, which contains the Global Gender Gap Index.
Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding Smart India Hackathon 2017?
1. It is a centrally sponsored scheme for developing every city in our country into Smart Cities in a decade.
2. It is an initiative to identify new digital technology innovations for solving the many problems faced by our country.
3. It is a programme aimed at making all the financial transactions in our country completely digital in a decade. select the correct answer using the code given below:
The question asks to identify the correct statement(s) regarding the Smart India Hackathon 2017. We need to evaluate each given statement based on the known objectives and nature of the Smart India Hackathon.
Correct Option: B) 2 only