Which of the following state assembly are recently passed a resolution seeking the inclusion of Sarna as a separate religion?

1.Jharkhand

2.Odisha

3.Assam

4.Chhattisgarh

Answer: (a) Jharkhand

Explanation:

In NEWS: Jharkhand Assembly passes resolution on Sarna Code

The Jharkhand Assembly has unanimously passed a resolution seeking the inclusion of Sarna as a separate religion in Census, 2021. Hence option (a) is correct

About The Sarna Religion

Source: https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/other-states/jharkhand-assembly-passes-resolution-on-sarna-code/article33081116.ece


Consider the following statements regardingCrew-1 mission

1.It is part of NASA’s Commercial Crew Program

2.It aims to make access to space easier in terms of its cost, so that cargo and crew can be easily transported to and from the ISS, enabling greater scientific research.

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

  1. 1 only
  2. 2 only
  3. Both 1 and 2
  4. Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: (c) Both 1 and 2

Explanation:

In NEWS: Explained: What is SpaceX-NASA’s upcoming Crew-1 mission launch?

What is the Crew-1 mission?

What will members of Crew-1 do at the ISS?

Source: https://indianexpress.com/article/explained/explained-what-is-spacex-nasas-upcoming-crew-1-mission-launch-7048037/


Qilian Mountains are associated with which of the following region?

1.Uganda

2.Canada

3.Myanmar

4.China

Answer: (d) China

Explanation:

In NEWS: Glaciers in China’s Qilian mountains melting at ‘shocking’ pace

Glaciers in China’s bleak Qilian mountains are disappearing at a shocking rate as global warming brings unpredictable change and raises the prospect of crippling, long-term water shortages, scientists say. Hence option (d) is correct

Dangerous change

About Qilian Mountains

Source: https://www.thehindu.com/sci-tech/energy-and-environment/glaciers-in-chinas-qilian-mountains-melting-at-shocking-pace/article33065386.ece


Consider the following statements regardingOperation Thunder 2020

1.It is coordinated by the INTERPOL and the World Customs Organization

2.It was organized against the environmental crime

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

  1. 1 only
  2. 2 only
  3. Both 1 and 2
  4. Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: (c) Both 1 and 2

Explanation:

In NEWS: Operation Thunder 2020: India Customs intercepts 18 tonnes red sandalwood

Source: https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/operation-thunder-2020-india-customs-intercepts-18-tonnes-red-sandalwood/article33077893.ece


Which of the following statement is not correct regarding ‘Recession’

1.A significant decline in economic activity spreads across the economy and can last from a few months to more than a year.

2.It is a prolonged period of economic recession marked by a significant decline in income and employment.

3.When the GDP contracts for a long enough period, the economy is said to be in a recession.

4.Both (a) and (b) is not correct

Answer: b) It is a prolonged period of economic recession marked by a significant decline in income and employment.

Explanation:

In NEWS: Explained: What is technical recession?

Source: https://indianexpress.com/article/explained/what-is-a-technical-recession-indian-economy-coronavirus-7049758/


Which of the following sectors have been notified under the Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme

1.Pharmaceutical drugs

2.Advanced Chemistry cell Battery

3.Telecom and Networking products

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

  1. 1 and 3 only
  2. 2 and 3 only
  3. 1 and 2 only
  4. 1, 2 and 3

Answer: (d) 1, 2 and 3

Explanation:

In NEWS: Centre unveils PLI to encourage domestic manufacturing in 10 more sectors

The Union Cabinet has given its approval to introduce the Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme in the following 10 key sectors for Enhancing India’s Manufacturing Capabilities and Enhancing Exports.

Sectors (and Implementing Ministry/Department):

  1. Advance Chemistry Cell (ACC) Battery: NITI Aayog and Department of Heavy Industries.
  2. Electronic/Technology Products: Department of Heavy Industries
  3. Automobiles & Auto Components: Department of Heavy Industries.
  4. Pharmaceuticals drugs: Department of Pharmaceuticals
  5. Telecom & Networking Products: Department of Telecom
  6. Textile Products (MMF segment and technical textiles): Ministry of Textiles
  7. Food Products: Ministry of Food Processing Industries.
  8. High Efficiency Solar PV Modules: Ministry of New and Renewable Energy.
  9. White Goods (ACs & LED): Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade.
  10. Specialty Steel: Ministry of Steel. Hence all the statements are correct.

Source: https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/centre-unveils-pli-to-encourage-domestic-manufacturing-in-10-more-sectors/article33077118.ece


With reference to INS vagir, consider the following statements

1.Indian Naval Ship (INS) Vagir is the fifth among the Kalvari-class submarines.

2.It is a kalvari class diesel electric submarine.

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

  1. 1 only
  2. 2 only
  3. Both 1 and 2
  4. Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: (c) Both 1 and 2

Explanation:

In NEWS: A look at Kalvari class of submarines and its strategic significance

Source: https://indianexpress.com/article/explained/explained-a-look-at-kalvari-class-of-submarines-and-its-strategic-significance-7049172/


Consider the following statements

1.Civil contempt means willful disobedience of any judgment, decree, direction, order, writ or other process of a court, or willful breach of an undertaking given to a court.

2.Criminal contempt is attracted by the publication whether by words, spoken or written, or by signs, or by visible representations of any matter.

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Answer: (c) Both 1 and 2

Explanation:

In News: What is ‘contempt of court’, and why does the A-G have to consent to these proceedings?

Source: https://indianexpress.com/article/explained/explained-contempt-of-court-attorney-general-7049560/


Consider the following statements regardingIndia Post Payment Bank

1.It is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Deparment of Post, with 100 percent Government of India equity.

2.It can accept deposits of up to 1 lakh per customer

3.Like traditional banks, this bank can issue loans and credit cards.

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

  1. 1 and 3 only
  2. 2 and 3 only
  3. 1 and 2 only
  4. 1, 2 and 3

Answer: (c) 1 and 2 only

Explanation:

In NEWS: India Post Payment Bank launches doorstep service to submit digital life certificate

About India Post Payments Bank

Source: http://www.newsonair.com/News?title=India-Post-Payment-Bank-launches-doorstep-service-to-submit-digital-life-certificate&id=404144


Which part of the Constitution of India declares the ideal of Welfare State?

1.Directive Principles of State Policy

2.Fundamental Rights

3.Preamble

4.Seventh Schedule

Answer: (a) Directive Principles of State Policy

Explanation:

A welfare state is a concept of government where the state plays a key role in the protection and promotion of the economic and social well -being of its citizens. It is based on the principles of equality of opportunity, equitable distribution of wealth, and public responsibility for those unable to avail themselves of the minimal provisions for a good life. The Directive Principles of State Policy embody the concept of a ‘welfare state’. Hence option (a) is correct