Consider the following statements regarding Solid Waste Management Rules, 2016
- The Rules are applicable to all over India except special economic zones
- Responsibilities of Generators have been introduced to segregate waste in to three streams, Wet, Dry and domestic hazardous wastes
- Burning of solid waste generated in open public places has been prohibited
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
- 1 and 2 only
- 2 and 3 only
- 1 and 3 only
- 1, 2 and 3 only
Answer: b) 2 and 3 only
Explanations:
Salient features of Solid Waste Management Rules, 2016
- The Rules are now applicable beyond Municipal areas and extend to urban agglomerations, census towns, notified industrial townships, areas under the control of Indian Railways, airports, airbase, Port and harbour, defence establishments, special economic zones, State and Central government organizations, places of pilgrims, religious & historical importance. Statement 1 is not correct
- The source segregation of waste has been mandated to channelize the waste to wealth by recovery, reuse and recycle.
- Responsibilities of Generators have been introduced to segregate waste in to three streams, Wet (Biodegradable), Dry (Plastic, Paper, metal, wood, etc.) and domestic hazardous wastes (diapers, napkins, empty containers of cleaning agents, mosquito repellents, etc.) and handover segregated wastes to authorized rag-pickers or waste collectors or local bodies. Statement 2 is correct
- Integration of waste pickers/ rag pickers and waste dealers/ Kabadiwalas in the formal system should be done by State Governments, and Self Help Group, or any other group to be formed.
- No person should throw, burn, or bury the solid waste generated by him, on streets, open public spaces outside his premises, or in the drain, or water bodies. Statement 3 is correct
- Generator will have to pay ‘User Fee’ to waste collector and for ‘Spot Fine’ for Littering and Non-segregation.
- Used sanitary waste like diapers, sanitary pads should be wrapped securely in pouches provided by manufacturers or brand owners of these products or in a suitable wrapping material and shall place the same in the bin meant for dry waste / non- bio-degradable waste.
Which of the following does not constitute border for Aegean sea?
- Turkey
- Greece
- Italy
- Ukraine
Select the correct answer using the code given below
- 1 and 2 only
- 3 and 4 only
- 4 only
- 1 only
Answer: b) 3 and 4 only
Consider the following statements regarding office of Deputy Chairman of Rajya Sabha
- Deputy Chairman performs the duties of the Chairman’s office when it is vacant or when Vice President acts as President or Absent from sitting of the house
- Article 89 and 91 of the Constitution provides the provisions and power of the office of Deputy Chairman
- Deputy Chairman acts as a Subordinate to the Chairman of Rajya Sabha
Which of the above statements are correct?
- 1 only
- 1 and 2 only
- 1 and 3 only
- All of the Above
Correct Answer: b) 1 and 2 Only
Explanation:
In News: Congress for Joint nominee for post of Deputy Chairman of Rajya Sabha
The post fell vacant after the tenure of JD (U) MP Harivansh expired in April this year. He has been re-elected to the house from Bihar and is expected to be the NDA’s candidate for the post while the name of DMK MP Tiruchi Siva has been doing rounds as the opposition candidate. The election will be held on the first day of the monsoon session starting September 14. The budget session was called off in March due to Covid-19.
The Deputy Chairman is a constitutional position created under Article 89 and 91 of the Constitution, which specifies that Rajya Sabha shall choose one of its MPs to be the Deputy Chairman as often as the position becomes vacant. Hence statement 2 is correct
The Deputy Chairman performs the duties of the Chairman’s office when it is vacant or when the Vice-President acts as President or discharges the functions of the President. He also acts as the Chairman when the latter is absent from the sitting of the House. In both the cases, he has all the powers of the Chairman. Hence Statement 1 is correct.
The Deputy Chair is the one position that is elected solely by members of Rajya Sabha. The Deputy Chairman also plays a critical role in ensuring the smooth running of the House.
The Deputy Chairman is not subordinate to the Chairman. He is directly responsible to the Rajya Sabha. Hence Statement 3 is incorrect.
The Deputy Chairman is entitled to a regular salary and allowance which are fixed by Parliament and are charged on the Consolidated Fund of India.
Source: The Hindu
Consider the following statements regarding Non Align Movement
1. It was formed in 1961 based on the principles agreed in Bandung Conference of 1955
2. Jawaharlal Nehru was one of the chief architects of the principle of Non Alignment
3. It is a forum formed under USA’s leadership to oppose USSR during the Cold War
Which of the above statements are correct?
- 1 and 2 only
- 2 and 3 only
- 1 and 3 only
- None of the above
Correct Answer: a) 1 and 2 only
Explanation:
In News: What is in a NAM and India’s alignment
- The Non-Aligned Movement was formed during the Cold War as an organization of States that did not seek to formally align themselves with either the United States or the Soviet Union, but sought to remain independent or neutral. Hence Statement 3 is incorrect.
- The basic concept for the group originated in 1955 during discussions that took place at the Asia-Africa Bandung Conference held in Indonesia. Hence Statement 1 is correct.
- The first NAM Summit Conference took place in Belgrade, Yugoslavia, in September 1961.
- It has 120 members as on April 2018 comprising 53 countries from Africa, 39 from Asia, 26 from Latin America and the Caribbean and 2 from Europe (Belarus, Azerbaijan). There are 17 countries and 10 international organizations that are Observers at NAM.
- The Non-Aligned Movement was founded and held its first conference (the Belgrade Conference) in 1961 under the leadership of Jawaharlal Nehru, then Prime Minister of India, Josip Broz Tito of Yugoslavia, Gamal Abdel Nasser of Egypt, Jawaharlal Nehru of India, Kwame Nkrumah of Ghana, and Sukarno of Indonesia. Hence statement 2 is correct.
- The purpose of the organization was enumerated in Havana Declaration of 1979 to ensure “the national independence, sovereignty, territorial integrity and security of non-aligned countries” in their struggle against imperialism, colonialism, neo-colonialism, racism, and all forms of foreign subjugation.
- During the cold war era the NAM played a vital role in stabilizing the world order and preserving peace and security. Non alignment of NAM doesn’t mean the neutrality of state on global issues, it was always a peaceful intervention in world politics.
Source: The Hindu Editorial
Consider the following regarding International Solar Alliance (ISA)
- The International Solar Alliance is a group of nations that lies within the Tropics (Tropic of Cancer and Tropic of Capricorn)
- It is a platform for the collaboration countries in the domain of energy and maritime security.
Select the correct answer using the code below - 1 only
- 2 only
- Both 1 and 2
- Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: 1 only
Explanation:
- The International Solar Alliance is a group of nations that lies within the Tropics (Tropic of Cancer and Tropic of Capricorn) and receive sunshine for more than 300 days.
- It is a platform for the collaboration of sunshine countries in the domain of energy security.
Statement 2 is not correct
Which of the following is correct about Air Suvidha portal?
- Air Suvidha portal is offering a contactless service to flight passengers who have a connecting flight from Delhi to other states
- It is only available only for Indian Citizens
Select the correct answer using the code below
- 1 only
- 2 only
- Both 1 and 2
- Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: c) Both 1 and 2
Explanation:
Air Suvidha portal is offering a contactless service to international fliers who have a connecting flight from Delhi to other states. While the protocol for institutional quarantine of international passengers varies from state to state, all international passengers arriving in India can use the Air Suvidha portal to fill self-declaration and exemption forms. Those who are exempted can skip institutional quarantine and head home.
Multidimensional Poverty Index is released by
- Niti Aayog
- Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment
- Central Statistics Office (CSO)
- National Sample Survey Office (NSSO)
Answer: a) Niti aayog
Consider the following statements with respect to Indira Gandhi Peace Prize
1.The award was instituted by the government in 1992 on the 75th birth anniversary of former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi.
2
Centre for Science and Environment (CSE) has won the award for the year 2019.
Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?
- a. 1 only
- b. 2 only
- c. Both 1 and 2
- d. Neither 1 nor 2
Answer : d
- Former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh recenlty conferred the Indira Gandhi Peace Prize, 2019 on British broadcaster David Attenborough at a virtual event.
- Centre for Science and Environment (CSE) has won the award for the year 2018.
Indira Gandhi Prize for Peace, Disarmament and Development
- It is an award conferred by Indira Gandhi Trust each year on the late Prime Minister’s birth anniversary.
- It was instituted in 1986 and consists of a monetary award of Rs. 25 lakh along with a citation.
- The award is given to individuals or organisations who work towards ensuring international peace and development, ensuring that scientific discoveries are used to further the scope of freedom and better humanity, and creating new international economic order.
Consider the following statements with respect to Assam Rifles
1.It conducts counter insurgency operations in the North-East, under control of the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA).
2.It is the only paramilitary force with a dual control structure.
Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?
- 1 only
- 2 only
- Both 1 and 2
- Neither 1 nor 2
Answer : b
- The Delhi High Court has granted 12 weeks to the Union government to decide on whether to scrap or retain the dual control structure for Assam Rifles.
- Assam Rifles is one of the 6 Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) under the administrative control of Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA).
- It conducts counter insurgency operations in the North-East, under control of the Indian Army, Minsitry of Defence (MoD).
- It is the only paramilitary force with a dual control structure.
- The administrative control of the force is with the MHA, its operational control is with Indian Army, which is under the MoD.
- It’s recruitment, perks, promotion and retirement policies are governed according to the rules framed by the MHA for CAPFs.
Among the following cities, which one lies on a longitude closest to that of Delhi?
(a) Bengaluru
(b) Hyderabad
(c) Nagpur
(d) Pune
Answer:a) Bengaluru
