UPSC Editorials Quiz : 13 August 2024

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• Question 1 of 5 1. Question The Seine River, recently in news is located in a) Germany b) Italy c) Turkey d) France Correct Solution: d) The swimming leg of the men’s triathlon event in the ongoing Paris Olympics was postponed over concerns regarding River Seine’s water quality. The Seine has long been polluted, so much so, that swimming in the Seine had been banned since 1923. Source Incorrect Solution: d) The swimming leg of the men’s triathlon event in the ongoing Paris Olympics was postponed over concerns regarding River Seine’s water quality. The Seine has long been polluted, so much so, that swimming in the Seine had been banned since 1923. Source

#### 1. Question

The Seine River, recently in news is located in

• a) Germany

Solution: d)

The swimming leg of the men’s triathlon event in the ongoing Paris Olympics was postponed over concerns regarding River Seine’s water quality. The Seine has long been polluted, so much so, that swimming in the Seine had been banned since 1923.

Solution: d)

• Question 2 of 5 2. Question What was the primary purpose of introducing the concept of ‘creamy layer’ in the Indra Sawhney ruling of 1992? a) To increase the percentage of OBC reservation b) To create sub-categories within the OBC community c) To exclude all OBCs from reservation benefits d) To ensure reservation benefits reach those who need it most Correct Solution: d) The concept of ‘creamy layer’ was introduced to exclude the more socially, economically, and educationally advanced members among OBCs from reservation benefits. This was done to ensure that the benefits of reservation are directed towards those who are truly in need, thereby promoting a more equitable distribution of opportunities within the backward classes. By filtering out the relatively privileged sections, the policy aims to address the core purpose of affirmative action, which is to uplift the most disadvantaged segments of society. Source Incorrect Solution: d) The concept of ‘creamy layer’ was introduced to exclude the more socially, economically, and educationally advanced members among OBCs from reservation benefits. This was done to ensure that the benefits of reservation are directed towards those who are truly in need, thereby promoting a more equitable distribution of opportunities within the backward classes. By filtering out the relatively privileged sections, the policy aims to address the core purpose of affirmative action, which is to uplift the most disadvantaged segments of society. Source

#### 2. Question

What was the primary purpose of introducing the concept of ‘creamy layer’ in the Indra Sawhney ruling of 1992?

• a) To increase the percentage of OBC reservation

• b) To create sub-categories within the OBC community

• c) To exclude all OBCs from reservation benefits

• d) To ensure reservation benefits reach those who need it most

• Solution: d)

The concept of ‘creamy layer’ was introduced to exclude the more socially, economically, and educationally advanced members among OBCs from reservation benefits. This was done to ensure that the benefits of reservation are directed towards those who are truly in need, thereby promoting a more equitable distribution of opportunities within the backward classes. By filtering out the relatively privileged sections, the policy aims to address the core purpose of affirmative action, which is to uplift the most disadvantaged segments of society.

• Solution: d)

• Question 3 of 5 3. Question How is the ‘creamy layer’ determination different for children of government employees compared to those from the private sector? a) Government employees' children are always in the creamy layer b) Private sector employees' children are never in the creamy layer c) For government employees, it's based on rank; for private sector, it's based on income d) There is no difference in determination between the two sectors Correct Solution: c) The determination of ‘creamy layer’ status differs between government and private sector employees’ children. For government employees, the criteria are primarily based on the rank or position of the parent in service. For instance, children of Group A officers or those promoted to Group A before age 40 are considered part of the creamy layer. In contrast, for private sector employees, the determination is based on the parents’ income. This distinction recognizes the different structures and compensation systems in government and private sectors, aiming to create a fair assessment of socio-economic status across various employment types. Source Incorrect Solution: c) The determination of ‘creamy layer’ status differs between government and private sector employees’ children. For government employees, the criteria are primarily based on the rank or position of the parent in service. For instance, children of Group A officers or those promoted to Group A before age 40 are considered part of the creamy layer. In contrast, for private sector employees, the determination is based on the parents’ income. This distinction recognizes the different structures and compensation systems in government and private sectors, aiming to create a fair assessment of socio-economic status across various employment types. Source

#### 3. Question

How is the ‘creamy layer’ determination different for children of government employees compared to those from the private sector?

• a) Government employees' children are always in the creamy layer

• b) Private sector employees' children are never in the creamy layer

• c) For government employees, it's based on rank; for private sector, it's based on income

• d) There is no difference in determination between the two sectors

• Solution: c)

The determination of ‘creamy layer’ status differs between government and private sector employees’ children. For government employees, the criteria are primarily based on the rank or position of the parent in service. For instance, children of Group A officers or those promoted to Group A before age 40 are considered part of the creamy layer. In contrast, for private sector employees, the determination is based on the parents’ income. This distinction recognizes the different structures and compensation systems in government and private sectors, aiming to create a fair assessment of socio-economic status across various employment types.

• Solution: c)

• Question 4 of 5 4. Question Consider the following statements in the context of Lightning characteristics and occurrence in India Lightning is a rapid discharge of atmospheric electricity. Eastern and central India experience the highest cloud-to-ground strikes. Palm trees provide immediate protection against lightning strikes. How many of the above statements is/are correct? a) Only one b) Only two c) All three d) None Correct Solution: b) Statement 3 is incorrect. Lightning is indeed a rapid discharge of electricity in the atmosphere. This occurs when there’s a buildup of electrical charge within clouds or between clouds and the ground, which is then suddenly released, creating the flash we see as lightning. According to the Annual Lightning Report 2023-2024 published by CROPC and IMD, eastern and central India do experience the highest number of cloud-to-ground (CG) lightning strikes. This is likely due to the specific atmospheric conditions prevalent in these regions. Palm tree needs at least 15 to 20 years to attain a height of 20 feet. Therefore, they do not provide immediate protection against lightning strikes, but rather a long-term solution. Source Incorrect Solution: b) Statement 3 is incorrect. Lightning is indeed a rapid discharge of electricity in the atmosphere. This occurs when there’s a buildup of electrical charge within clouds or between clouds and the ground, which is then suddenly released, creating the flash we see as lightning. According to the Annual Lightning Report 2023-2024 published by CROPC and IMD, eastern and central India do experience the highest number of cloud-to-ground (CG) lightning strikes. This is likely due to the specific atmospheric conditions prevalent in these regions. Palm tree needs at least 15 to 20 years to attain a height of 20 feet. Therefore, they do not provide immediate protection against lightning strikes, but rather a long-term solution. Source

#### 4. Question

Consider the following statements in the context of Lightning characteristics and occurrence in India

• Lightning is a rapid discharge of atmospheric electricity.

• Eastern and central India experience the highest cloud-to-ground strikes.

• Palm trees provide immediate protection against lightning strikes.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• a) Only one

• b) Only two

• c) All three

Solution: b)

Statement 3 is incorrect.

Lightning is indeed a rapid discharge of electricity in the atmosphere. This occurs when there’s a buildup of electrical charge within clouds or between clouds and the ground, which is then suddenly released, creating the flash we see as lightning.

According to the Annual Lightning Report 2023-2024 published by CROPC and IMD, eastern and central India do experience the highest number of cloud-to-ground (CG) lightning strikes. This is likely due to the specific atmospheric conditions prevalent in these regions.

Palm tree needs at least 15 to 20 years to attain a height of 20 feet. Therefore, they do not provide immediate protection against lightning strikes, but rather a long-term solution.

Solution: b)

Statement 3 is incorrect.

Palm tree needs at least 15 to 20 years to attain a height of 20 feet. Therefore, they do not provide immediate protection against lightning strikes, but rather a long-term solution.

• Question 5 of 5 5. Question Consider the following statements in the context of Income threshold for creamy layer STATEMENT 1 :: Revised every year by government. STATEMENT 2 :: Initially set at Rs. 1 lakh annually. Which of the statements above is/are correct? a) Only STATEMENT 1 b) Only STATEMENT 2 c) BOTH STATEMENTS d) Neither statements Correct Solution: b) STATEMENT 1 EXPLANATION :: This statement is false. The income threshold was supposed to be revised every three years, not annually. However, even this triennial revision has not been consistently implemented. STATEMENT 2 EXPLANATION :: When the creamy layer concept was introduced, the income threshold was indeed set at Rs. 1 lakh per annum, as recommended by the expert committee headed by Justice Ram Nandan Prasad. Source Incorrect Solution: b) STATEMENT 1 EXPLANATION :: This statement is false. The income threshold was supposed to be revised every three years, not annually. However, even this triennial revision has not been consistently implemented. STATEMENT 2 EXPLANATION :: When the creamy layer concept was introduced, the income threshold was indeed set at Rs. 1 lakh per annum, as recommended by the expert committee headed by Justice Ram Nandan Prasad. Source

#### 5. Question

Consider the following statements in the context of Income threshold for creamy layer STATEMENT 1 :: Revised every year by government. STATEMENT 2 :: Initially set at Rs. 1 lakh annually.

Which of the statements above is/are correct?

• a) Only STATEMENT 1

• b) Only STATEMENT 2

• c) BOTH STATEMENTS

• d) Neither statements

Solution: b)

STATEMENT 1 EXPLANATION :: This statement is false. The income threshold was supposed to be revised every three years, not annually. However, even this triennial revision has not been consistently implemented.

STATEMENT 2 EXPLANATION :: When the creamy layer concept was introduced, the income threshold was indeed set at Rs. 1 lakh per annum, as recommended by the expert committee headed by Justice Ram Nandan Prasad.

Solution: b)

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