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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
1 pointsGlobal Biodiversity Outlook report is flagship publication of:
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Explanation:
About GBO report
The GBO is the flagship publication of the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD).
It is a periodic report that summarizes the latest data on the status and trends of biodiversity and draws conclusions relevant to the further implementation of the Convention.
It summarizes progress made towards achieving the objectives of the Convention, such as the Aichi Targets and identifies key actions to achieve these.
Highlights of the Report
GBO-5 is an overview of the state of nature. It is a final report card on the progress made by countries in achieving the Aichi Biodiversity Targets.
This shift was crucial, the report added as natural resources would continue to decline and the world would not be able to meet the UN-mandated Sustainable Development Goals.
The GBO-5 suggested some shifts that need to be implemented to achieve the 2050 Vision for Biodiversity. These include:
Transition within land and forests: The report called the restoration of all forests that had been degraded. It also urged restoring local ecosystems.
Sustainable agriculture: Farmers would have to reduce the use of chemicals and instead focus more on agroecological farming practices, the report said.
Sustainable food systems: The report urged people to eat healthier, plant-based food and less meat. It also called for a focus on the problem of food wastage within the supply chain and household.
Climate action: The report called for nature-based solutions to reduce climate change
One health: Agricultural and urban ecosystems, as well as wildlife, should be managed in an integrated manner, it said.Incorrect
Explanation:
About GBO report
The GBO is the flagship publication of the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD).
It is a periodic report that summarizes the latest data on the status and trends of biodiversity and draws conclusions relevant to the further implementation of the Convention.
It summarizes progress made towards achieving the objectives of the Convention, such as the Aichi Targets and identifies key actions to achieve these.
Highlights of the Report
GBO-5 is an overview of the state of nature. It is a final report card on the progress made by countries in achieving the Aichi Biodiversity Targets.
This shift was crucial, the report added as natural resources would continue to decline and the world would not be able to meet the UN-mandated Sustainable Development Goals.
The GBO-5 suggested some shifts that need to be implemented to achieve the 2050 Vision for Biodiversity. These include:
Transition within land and forests: The report called the restoration of all forests that had been degraded. It also urged restoring local ecosystems.
Sustainable agriculture: Farmers would have to reduce the use of chemicals and instead focus more on agroecological farming practices, the report said.
Sustainable food systems: The report urged people to eat healthier, plant-based food and less meat. It also called for a focus on the problem of food wastage within the supply chain and household.
Climate action: The report called for nature-based solutions to reduce climate change
One health: Agricultural and urban ecosystems, as well as wildlife, should be managed in an integrated manner, it said. -
Question 2 of 5
2. Question
1 pointsWith reference to SAROD-Ports’ (Society for Affordable Redressal of Disputes – Ports), cosider the following statements:
1. SAROD-Ports are established under the Societies Registration Act, 1860
2. It will also cover disputes between granting authority and LicenseeWhich of the statement given above is/are correct?
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Explanation:
SAROD Ports
SAROD-Ports are established under the Societies Registration Act, 1860 with the following objectives:Affordable and timely resolution of disputes in a fair manner
Enrichment of Dispute Resolution Mechanism with the panel of technical experts as arbitrators.
They consist of members from the Indian Ports Association (IPA) and Indian Private Ports and Terminals Association (IPTTA).
They will advise and assist in settlement of disputes through arbitrations in the maritime sector, including ports and shipping sector in Major Port Trusts, Non-major Ports, including private ports, jetties, terminals and harbours.
It will also cover disputes between granting authority and Licensee/Concessionaire /Contractor.Incorrect
Explanation:
SAROD Ports
SAROD-Ports are established under the Societies Registration Act, 1860 with the following objectives:Affordable and timely resolution of disputes in a fair manner
Enrichment of Dispute Resolution Mechanism with the panel of technical experts as arbitrators.
They consist of members from the Indian Ports Association (IPA) and Indian Private Ports and Terminals Association (IPTTA).
They will advise and assist in settlement of disputes through arbitrations in the maritime sector, including ports and shipping sector in Major Port Trusts, Non-major Ports, including private ports, jetties, terminals and harbours.
It will also cover disputes between granting authority and Licensee/Concessionaire /Contractor. -
Question 3 of 5
3. Question
1 pointsWith reference to Privileges Committee which decides upon cases of breach of privilege of the legislature, consider the following statements:
1. It is a Standing Committee.
2. The members of the committee have quasi-judicial powers.
Which of the statement given above is/are correct?
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Explanation:
Privilege Committee
It is a Standing Committee. It examines the cases of breach of the privileges of the House and its members and recommends appropriate action.
The Lok Sabha committee has 15 members, while the Rajya Sabha committee has 10 members.
Its function is to examine every question involving breach of privilege of the House or of the members of any Committee thereof referred to it by the House or by the Speaker.
It determines with reference to the facts of each case whether a breach of privilege is involved and makes suitable recommendations in its report.
It also states the procedure to be followed by the House in giving effect to the recommendations made by it.
When a question of privilege is referred to the Committee by the House, the report of the Committee is presented to the House by the Chairman or, in his absence, by any member of the Committee.
Where a question of privilege is referred to the Committee by the Speaker under rule 227, the report of the Committee is presented to the Speaker who may pass final orders thereon or direct that it be laid on the Table of the House.
The Speaker/ Chairman may refer to the Committee any petition regarding disqualification of a member on ground of defection for making a preliminary inquiry and submitting a report to him.
The procedure to be followed by the Committee in these cases is so far as may be same as in applicable to questions of breach of privilege.Incorrect
Explanation:
Privilege Committee
It is a Standing Committee. It examines the cases of breach of the privileges of the House and its members and recommends appropriate action.
The Lok Sabha committee has 15 members, while the Rajya Sabha committee has 10 members.
Its function is to examine every question involving breach of privilege of the House or of the members of any Committee thereof referred to it by the House or by the Speaker.
It determines with reference to the facts of each case whether a breach of privilege is involved and makes suitable recommendations in its report.
It also states the procedure to be followed by the House in giving effect to the recommendations made by it.
When a question of privilege is referred to the Committee by the House, the report of the Committee is presented to the House by the Chairman or, in his absence, by any member of the Committee.
Where a question of privilege is referred to the Committee by the Speaker under rule 227, the report of the Committee is presented to the Speaker who may pass final orders thereon or direct that it be laid on the Table of the House.
The Speaker/ Chairman may refer to the Committee any petition regarding disqualification of a member on ground of defection for making a preliminary inquiry and submitting a report to him.
The procedure to be followed by the Committee in these cases is so far as may be same as in applicable to questions of breach of privilege. -
Question 4 of 5
4. Question
1 pointsThe Constitution extends the parliamentary privileges to which among the following?
1. Attorney General of India
2. President
3. Prime Minister
Select the correct answer using the code below:
Correct
Explanation:
Parliamentary Privileges
Parliamentary privileges are special rights, immunities and exemptions enjoyed by the two Houses of Parliament, their committees and their members.
The Constitution also extends the parliamentary privileges to those persons who are entitled to speak and take part in the proceedings of a House of Parliament or any of its committees. These include the Attorney General of India and Union ministers.
The parliamentary privileges do not extend to the President who is also an integral part of the Parliament. Article 361 of the Constitution provides for privileges for the President.
Article 105 of the Constitution expressly mentions two privileges, that is, freedom of speech in Parliament and right of publication of its proceedings.Incorrect
Explanation:
Parliamentary Privileges
Parliamentary privileges are special rights, immunities and exemptions enjoyed by the two Houses of Parliament, their committees and their members.
The Constitution also extends the parliamentary privileges to those persons who are entitled to speak and take part in the proceedings of a House of Parliament or any of its committees. These include the Attorney General of India and Union ministers.
The parliamentary privileges do not extend to the President who is also an integral part of the Parliament. Article 361 of the Constitution provides for privileges for the President.
Article 105 of the Constitution expressly mentions two privileges, that is, freedom of speech in Parliament and right of publication of its proceedings. -
Question 5 of 5
5. Question
1 pointsFive Star Villages flagship schemes recently launched by the government to ensure universal coverage of:
Correct
Explanation:
Five Star Villages Scheme
The scheme seeks to bridge the gaps in public awareness and reach of postal products and services, especially in interior villages.
The initiatives covered under the scheme include:
Savings Bank accounts, Recurrent Deposit Accounts, NSC / KVP certificates,
Sukanya Samridhi Accounts/ PPF Accounts,
Funded Post Office Savings Account linked India Post Payments Bank Accounts,
Postal Life Insurance Policy/Rural Postal Life Insurance Policy and
Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana Account / Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana Account.
If a village attains universal coverage for four schemes from the above list, then that village gets four-star status; if a village completes three schemes, then that village gets three-star status and so on.
Its implementation
The scheme will be implemented by a team of five Gramin Dak Sevaks who will be assigned a village for the marketing of all products, savings and insurance schemes of the Department of Posts.
This team will be headed by the Branch Post Master of the concerned Branch Office. Mail overseer will keep personal watch on the progress of the team on daily basis.
The teams will be led and monitored by concerned Divisional Head, Assistant Superintendents Posts and Inspector Posts.Incorrect
Explanation:
Five Star Villages Scheme
The scheme seeks to bridge the gaps in public awareness and reach of postal products and services, especially in interior villages.
The initiatives covered under the scheme include:
Savings Bank accounts, Recurrent Deposit Accounts, NSC / KVP certificates,
Sukanya Samridhi Accounts/ PPF Accounts,
Funded Post Office Savings Account linked India Post Payments Bank Accounts,
Postal Life Insurance Policy/Rural Postal Life Insurance Policy and
Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana Account / Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana Account.
If a village attains universal coverage for four schemes from the above list, then that village gets four-star status; if a village completes three schemes, then that village gets three-star status and so on.
Its implementation
The scheme will be implemented by a team of five Gramin Dak Sevaks who will be assigned a village for the marketing of all products, savings and insurance schemes of the Department of Posts.
This team will be headed by the Branch Post Master of the concerned Branch Office. Mail overseer will keep personal watch on the progress of the team on daily basis.
The teams will be led and monitored by concerned Divisional Head, Assistant Superintendents Posts and Inspector Posts.
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SIR IN QUESTION 4 YOU WRITE THAT — These include the Attorney General of India and Union ministers . But you give answer as only ‘Prime minister’ why not attorney general ?
Only PM is a member of parliament out of these. Parliamentary privileges apply to members of parliament or legislature
Sir, Question 4’s answer is 1 and 3, constitution also extends privileges to persons who take part or speak in parliament. Ref :Laxmikanth Fifth Edition – Page 22.31