Answer: (d)
The Evershed effect, named after the British astronomer John Evershed, is the radial flow of gas across the photospheric surface of the penumbra of sunspots.
It is an important aspect of solar physics and helps in understanding the magnetic structure and dynamics of sunspots.

Answer: (b)
Statement 3 is not correct.
Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT)
• The CAT is a specialized quasi-judicial body in India established under Article 323-A of the Constitution of India.
• The Administrative Tribunals Act in 1985 enacted by the Parliament authorizes the central government to establish Central Administrative Tribunal and the State Administrative Tribunals.
• Its primary function is to adjudicate disputes and complaints related to recruitment and service conditions of government employees.
Jurisdiction of CAT:
• The Administrative Tribunal is distinguishable from the ordinary courts with regard to its jurisdiction and procedure.
• It exercises jurisdiction only in relation to the service matters of the parties covered by the Act.
• CAT exercises jurisdiction over all service matters concerning the following:
1. A member of any All-India Service
2. A person appointed to any civil service of the Union or any civil post under the Union
3. A civilian appointed to any defence services or a post connected with defence
Services NOT Covered:
The following members are NOT covered under the jurisdiction of CAT:
1. Defence forces, Officers,
2. Staff of the Supreme Court and
3. Secretarial staff of the Parliament.

Answer: (a)
NICES Program
• The NICES Programme is operated by the ISRO and the Department of Space.
• It was launched in 2012.
• It operates within the framework of the National Action Plan on Climate Change.
• NICES aims to enhance the participation of Indian researchers in addressing climate change-related challenges through multidisciplinary scientific investigations.
• Focus Areas: Potential areas for project submission include Space-based Essential Climate Variables (ECVs) and Climate Indicators, Climate Change Challenges, Weather Extremes, and Climate Services.

Answer: (c)

Both statements are correct.

Lalit Kala Akademi

Answer: (b)
Statement 3 is not correct.
UNCTAD
• UNCTAD is a permanent intergovernmental body established by the United Nations General Assembly in 1964.
• It is part of the UN Secretariat.
• The UNCTAD Conference ordinarily meets once in four years.
• It reports to the UNGA and the Economic and Social Council, but has its own membership, leadership and budget.
• It is also a part of the United Nations Development Group.
• UNCTAD’s membership consists of all 195 member states of the United Nations.
• India is an active member. The second UNCTAD Conference took place in New Delhi, India in 1968.