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Daily-mcqs 24 Aug 2024
Q1:
Consider the following statements about Subhadra Scheme, recently announced by Odisha government: 1. It is a welfare scheme that targets one crore women between the ages of 21 and 60 years. 2. Under this scheme the financial assistance will be disbursed at ₹10,000 per annum. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A: 1 only
B: 2 only
C: Both 1 and 2
D: Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: C
Explanation:
Recently, Subhadra Scheme was announced by Odisha government. The Subhadra Scheme is a welfare scheme that targets one crore women between the ages of 21 and 60 years. Under this scheme, each beneficiary will receive a total of ₹50,000 over a period of five years. The financial assistance will be disbursed at ₹10,000 per annum. Hence, statements 1 and 2 both are correct.
Q2:
With reference to the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India, consider the following statements: 1. It is a statutory body, established on 5 September 2008 under Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006. 2. It is responsible for regulating and supervising the food safety and standards in India. Which of the statements given above is/are incorrect?
A: 1 only
B: 2 only
C: Both 1 and 2
D: Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: D
Explanation:
Recently, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has directed Food Business Operators (FBOs) and e-commerce FBOs to remove all claims related to A1 and A2 types of milk and dairy products from their packaging. The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) is a statutory body established under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India. It was established on 5 September 2008 under Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006. Hence, statement 1 is correct.
It serves as the apex body responsible for regulating and supervising the food safety and standards in India. It is comprised of a Chair-person and 22 members representing various stakeholders including food industry, consumer organizations and food scientists. Its headquarter is in New Delhi. Hence, statement 2 is correct.
Q3:
Consider the following statements: Statement-I: Statement-II: Which of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
A: Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement –II is the correct explanation of Statement-I
B: Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is not the correct explanation for Statement-I
C: Statement-I is correct but Statement-II is incorrect
D: Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-II is correct
Answer: C
Explanation:
Recently, the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has issued notices to the Chief Secretary and Director General of Police of Andhra Pradesh over the reported incidents of food poisoning causing serious health problems for 70 students. The National Human Rights Commission is a statutory body. It was established on October 12, 1993, in accordance with the Paris Principles. Hence, statement I is correct.
The National Human Rights Commission is a multi-member body including a chairman, four members and four ex-officio members. The chairman and members serve for a five-year term or until they reach the age of 70, whichever comes first. Hence, statement II is incorrect.
Q4:
Consider the following passage: A 2,492-carat diamond, the second-largest ever found was recently unearthed at the Karowe Diamond Mine in northeastern of this country by a Canada-based mining company. It is a landlocked country in Southern Africa. This country shares its borders with Namibia to the west and north, Zambia to the north, Zimbabwe to the northeast and South Africa to the south and southeast. The passage above best describes about which of the following landlocked countries?
A: Tanzania
B: Botswana
C: Malawi
D: Angola
Answer: B
Explanation:
A 2,492-carat diamond, the second-largest ever found was recently unearthed at the Karowe Diamond Mine in northeastern Botswana by a Canada-based mining company. Botswana is a landlocked country in Southern Africa. Gaborone is the capital of Botswana. Botswana shares its borders with Namibia to the west and north, Zambia to the north, Zimbabwe to the northeast and South Africa to the south and southeast. The highest point in Botswana is located at Tsodilo Hills, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, known for their ancient rock art. Hence, option (b) is correct.
Q5:
Consider the following statements about Right to Education Act: 1. It provides primary education to all children aged 6 to 14 years. 2. The Act requires schools to admit children who are not previously enrolled in school into age-appropriate classes. 3. It prohibits the deployment of teachers for non-educational including census, elections, and disaster relief duties. How many of the statements given above are incorrect?
A: Only one
B: Only Two
C: All three
D: None
Answer: A
Explanation:
Delhi High Court orders the merger of school IDs to advance the broader objectives of the RTE Act. Originally part of the Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP) under Article 45 and Article 39(f) of the Indian Constitution, advocating for equitable and accessible state-funded education. The Act ensures that all children aged 6 to 14 years receive primary education. Hence, statement 1 is correct.
The Act requires schools to admit children who are not previously enrolled in school into age-appropriate classes. The Act outlines shared financial and administrative responsibilities between the Central and State Governments. Hence, statement 2 is correct.
The Act prohibits the deployment of teachers for non-educational work, with exceptions for census, elections, and disaster relief duties. Hence, statement 3 is incorrect.
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