Insights Current Affairs Quiz (2016) – 24
26 January 2016
The following quiz will have 5-10 MCQs . The questions are mainly framed from The Hindu and PIB news articles.
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INSIGHTS CURRENT EVENTS QUIZ 2016
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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
1 pointsWhich of the following powers/functions of the Governor fall under the head, ‘Executive Powers’?
- To seek any information relating to the administration of the affairs of the state from the Chief Minister
- To summon or prorogue the state legislature and dissolve the state legislative assembly
- To seek from the Chief Minister information on proposals for legislation
Select the correct answer using codes given below:
Correct
Ans: c.
A governor is an integral part of the state legislature. In that capacity, he/she has the right to summon or prorogue the state legislature and dissolve the state legislative assembly. This is a legislative power of the governor.
The other two statements, 1 and 3 – both are a part of Article 167(b). This is an executive power of the governor. With regard to the situation in Arunachal Pradesh, “…The Union government also felt that there was flouting of Article 167(b) of the Constitution as the government was not responding to the Governor’s letters on issues of public importance…”
Page 26.5, Indian Polity 4th Edition by M Laxmikanth
http://www.thehindu.com/news/national/cabinet-clears-central-rule-in-arunachal/article8148608.ece
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Ans: c.
A governor is an integral part of the state legislature. In that capacity, he/she has the right to summon or prorogue the state legislature and dissolve the state legislative assembly. This is a legislative power of the governor.
The other two statements, 1 and 3 – both are a part of Article 167(b). This is an executive power of the governor. With regard to the situation in Arunachal Pradesh, “…The Union government also felt that there was flouting of Article 167(b) of the Constitution as the government was not responding to the Governor’s letters on issues of public importance…”
Page 26.5, Indian Polity 4th Edition by M Laxmikanth
http://www.thehindu.com/news/national/cabinet-clears-central-rule-in-arunachal/article8148608.ece
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
1 pointsWhich of the following statements with regard to sessions of State Legislatures in India is/are incorrect?
- The maximum gap between any two sessions cannot be more than six months
- While the power of adjournment lies with the presiding officer of the house, the power of adjournment sine die lies with the governor
Select the correct answer using codes given below:
Correct
Ans: b.
While the power of adjournment as well as adjournment sine die lies with the presiding officer of the house, the power to prorogue the session of the house lies with the governor.
With regard to the situation in Arunachal Pradesh, “The Centre based its decision on Article 174 of the Constitution, according to which six months shall not intervene between the last sitting of the Assembly in one session and the date appointed for its first sitting in the next session.”
Pages 29.6-29.7, Indian Polity 4th Edition by M Laxmikanth
http://www.thehindu.com/news/national/cabinet-clears-central-rule-in-arunachal/article8148608.ece
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Ans: b.
While the power of adjournment as well as adjournment sine die lies with the presiding officer of the house, the power to prorogue the session of the house lies with the governor.
With regard to the situation in Arunachal Pradesh, “The Centre based its decision on Article 174 of the Constitution, according to which six months shall not intervene between the last sitting of the Assembly in one session and the date appointed for its first sitting in the next session.”
Pages 29.6-29.7, Indian Polity 4th Edition by M Laxmikanth
http://www.thehindu.com/news/national/cabinet-clears-central-rule-in-arunachal/article8148608.ece
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
1 pointsThe Tax Administration Reform Commission (TARC) was headed by
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements:
- It has been designed in the form of the crown of Shri Krishna
- It has 953 small windows known as “Jharokhas”
- It reflects the striking fusion of Rajput and Mughal architecture style
- It was built by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh
The statements above refer to which building/monument?
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Ans: d.
The Rajasthan tableau showcases “Hawa Mahal” not as a monument, but as a “lively Building”, which is full of eye-catching activities throughout the day and night.
Grandeur of Jaipur and pride of Rajasthan, this huge structure is famous as “Palace of Winds” in the entire world and is a world heritage site (The UNESCO World Heritage Site lists it on the tentative list though). It was built in 1799 by the King of Jaipur Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh and was designed by the architect Lal Chand Usta. He designed it in the form of the crown of Shri Krishna. Standing 50 feet high, this five storey huge building has 953 small windows known as “Jharokhas”. It reflects the striking fusion of Rajput and Mughal architecture style.
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Ans: d.
The Rajasthan tableau showcases “Hawa Mahal” not as a monument, but as a “lively Building”, which is full of eye-catching activities throughout the day and night.
Grandeur of Jaipur and pride of Rajasthan, this huge structure is famous as “Palace of Winds” in the entire world and is a world heritage site (The UNESCO World Heritage Site lists it on the tentative list though). It was built in 1799 by the King of Jaipur Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh and was designed by the architect Lal Chand Usta. He designed it in the form of the crown of Shri Krishna. Standing 50 feet high, this five storey huge building has 953 small windows known as “Jharokhas”. It reflects the striking fusion of Rajput and Mughal architecture style.
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
1 points. With regard to the recent Zika outbreak in the Americas, which of the following statements about the Zika virus is NOT correct?
Correct
Ans: a.
It was first identified in monkeys in Uganda in 1947. The first human case was detected in Nigeria in 1954.
Deaths are rare and only one in five people infected are thought to develop symptoms. There is no vaccine or drug treatment. Patients are advised to rest and drink plenty of fluids. But the biggest concern is the impact it could have on babies developing in the womb and the surge in microcephaly.
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Ans: a.
It was first identified in monkeys in Uganda in 1947. The first human case was detected in Nigeria in 1954.
Deaths are rare and only one in five people infected are thought to develop symptoms. There is no vaccine or drug treatment. Patients are advised to rest and drink plenty of fluids. But the biggest concern is the impact it could have on babies developing in the womb and the surge in microcephaly.
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