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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements about Exercise IMT TRILAT:
1. It is an annual exercise conducted by the navies of India, Mozambique and Tanzania.
2. The first edition of the exercise took place in October 2022.
Which of the given statements are correct?Correct
Answer: (b)
Exercise IMT TRILAT- 2024
• It is a biennial exercise conducted by the navies of India, Mozambique and Tanzania.
• The first edition of the exercise took place in October 2022.
• It seeks to enhance India’s commitment to maritime security and cooperation in the Indian Ocean Region.
• Through this joint exercise, the Indian Navy aims to foster mutual trust and understanding with its maritime partners in Mozambique and Tanzania.Incorrect
Answer: (b)
Exercise IMT TRILAT- 2024
• It is a biennial exercise conducted by the navies of India, Mozambique and Tanzania.
• The first edition of the exercise took place in October 2022.
• It seeks to enhance India’s commitment to maritime security and cooperation in the Indian Ocean Region.
• Through this joint exercise, the Indian Navy aims to foster mutual trust and understanding with its maritime partners in Mozambique and Tanzania. -
Question 2 of 5
2. Question
1 pointsWith reference to the World Happiness Report, 2024, consider the following statements:
1. The report is an annual publication of the UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network.
2. It was adopted by the UN General Assembly based on a resolution tabled by Bhutan.
3. India’s ranking has been consistently improved in this report in last two years.
How many of the given statements is/are correct?Correct
Answer: (b)
Statement 3 is not correct.
• India was yet again ranked 126th out of 143 nations in the World Happiness Report (WHR) 2024, a global happiness index which was released, March 20 to mark the UN’s International Day of Happiness.
• In 2023, India was placed at 126th rank.
• The WHR is an annual publication of the UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network.
• It is released in partnership by Gallup, the Oxford Wellbeing Research Centre, the UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network (SDSN), and the World Happiness Report’s Editorial Board
• It measures three main well-being indicators: life evaluations, positive emotions, and negative emotions (described in the report as positive and negative affect).
• The report considers six key factors: social support, income, health, freedom, generosity, and the absence of corruption.
• It was adopted by the UN General Assembly based on a resolution tabled by Bhutan.Incorrect
Answer: (b)
Statement 3 is not correct.
• India was yet again ranked 126th out of 143 nations in the World Happiness Report (WHR) 2024, a global happiness index which was released, March 20 to mark the UN’s International Day of Happiness.
• In 2023, India was placed at 126th rank.
• The WHR is an annual publication of the UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network.
• It is released in partnership by Gallup, the Oxford Wellbeing Research Centre, the UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network (SDSN), and the World Happiness Report’s Editorial Board
• It measures three main well-being indicators: life evaluations, positive emotions, and negative emotions (described in the report as positive and negative affect).
• The report considers six key factors: social support, income, health, freedom, generosity, and the absence of corruption.
• It was adopted by the UN General Assembly based on a resolution tabled by Bhutan. -
Question 3 of 5
3. Question
1 pointsThe global telecom body International Telecommunication Union (ITU) has recently elected India as the co-chair of the Digital Innovation Board. Which of the following statements about ITU is/are correct?
1. It is United Nations specialised agency for Information and Communication Technologies.
2. Its entry is open for all countries, Private Companies as well as institutions.
3. India has been member of ITU since 1869.
Select the correct option:Correct
Answer: (a)
All the statements are correct.
International Telecommunication Union (ITU)
• The ITU is a specialized agency of the United Nations (UN) responsible for issues related to information and communication technologies (ICTs).
• It was established in 1865 as the International Telegraph Union, making it one of the oldest international organizations.
• In 1932, the organization was renamed the International Telecommunication Union to reflect its broader mandate.
• It is headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland.
• ITU’s membership includes 193 member states (countries) and over 900 private sector entities, including telecommunications companies, equipment manufacturers, research institutions, and non-governmental organizations (NGOs).
• India has been an active member of the ITU since 1869 and has been a regular member of the ITU Council since 1952.Incorrect
Answer: (a)
All the statements are correct.
International Telecommunication Union (ITU)
• The ITU is a specialized agency of the United Nations (UN) responsible for issues related to information and communication technologies (ICTs).
• It was established in 1865 as the International Telegraph Union, making it one of the oldest international organizations.
• In 1932, the organization was renamed the International Telecommunication Union to reflect its broader mandate.
• It is headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland.
• ITU’s membership includes 193 member states (countries) and over 900 private sector entities, including telecommunications companies, equipment manufacturers, research institutions, and non-governmental organizations (NGOs).
• India has been an active member of the ITU since 1869 and has been a regular member of the ITU Council since 1952. -
Question 4 of 5
4. Question
1 pointsThe Section 377 of the Indian Penal Code which sought to decriminalize homosexuality was struck down in the landmark case of-
Correct
Answer: (a)
Navtej Singh Johar v. Union of India (2018):
• The Supreme Court decriminalized homosexuality and struck down Section 377 of the IPC.
• The court recognized the rights of LGBTQ individuals to intimacy, autonomy, and identity, setting a precedent for equality and non-discrimination.Incorrect
Answer: (a)
Navtej Singh Johar v. Union of India (2018):
• The Supreme Court decriminalized homosexuality and struck down Section 377 of the IPC.
• The court recognized the rights of LGBTQ individuals to intimacy, autonomy, and identity, setting a precedent for equality and non-discrimination. -
Question 5 of 5
5. Question
1 pointsWith reference to the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), consider the following statements:
1. It was established in 1988 as a non-statutory body.
2. It operates under the Ministry of Corporate Affairs.
3. It consists of a chairman, members from the Union Finance Ministry and the Reserve Bank of India.
How many of the given statements is/are correct?Correct
Answer: (b)
Statement 2 is not correct.
Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI)
• SEBI is the regulatory authority overseeing India’s securities and commodity markets.
• Established in 1988 as a non-statutory body, SEBI was granted statutory powers with the enactment of the SEBI Act 1992 by the Indian Parliament.
• It operates under the purview of the Ministry of Finance.
• SEBI’s structure includes a chairman nominated by the GoI, members from the Union Finance Ministry, the Reserve Bank of India, and others.
• Its headquarters is in Mumbai, with regional offices in Ahmedabad, Kolkata, Chennai, and Delhi.Incorrect
Answer: (b)
Statement 2 is not correct.
Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI)
• SEBI is the regulatory authority overseeing India’s securities and commodity markets.
• Established in 1988 as a non-statutory body, SEBI was granted statutory powers with the enactment of the SEBI Act 1992 by the Indian Parliament.
• It operates under the purview of the Ministry of Finance.
• SEBI’s structure includes a chairman nominated by the GoI, members from the Union Finance Ministry, the Reserve Bank of India, and others.
• Its headquarters is in Mumbai, with regional offices in Ahmedabad, Kolkata, Chennai, and Delhi.
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