UPSC Editorials Quiz : 15 January 2025

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• Question 1 of 5 1. Question Consider the following statements about the legal mandate of the Animal Welfare Board of India (AWBI): The AWBI was established under the Environment Protection Act, 1986. It monitors and enforces compliance with the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960. It has the authority to penalize organizations for violations of animal welfare laws. How many of the above statements is/are correct? a) Only one b) Only two c) All three d) None Correct Solution: a) The Animal Welfare Board of India (AWBI) was established under the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960, making Statement 1 incorrect. It was not created under the Environment Protection Act, 1986. The primary role of the AWBI is to oversee the implementation of the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960, ensuring compliance with its provisions and promoting animal welfare. This makes Statement 2 correct. However, the AWBI does not have the authority to impose penalties on organizations or individuals for violations of animal welfare laws. Its role is largely advisory and regulatory, with enforcement powers lying with other authorities such as the police or judiciary. This makes Statement 3 incorrect. Incorrect Solution: a) The Animal Welfare Board of India (AWBI) was established under the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960, making Statement 1 incorrect. It was not created under the Environment Protection Act, 1986. The primary role of the AWBI is to oversee the implementation of the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960, ensuring compliance with its provisions and promoting animal welfare. This makes Statement 2 correct. However, the AWBI does not have the authority to impose penalties on organizations or individuals for violations of animal welfare laws. Its role is largely advisory and regulatory, with enforcement powers lying with other authorities such as the police or judiciary. This makes Statement 3 incorrect.

#### 1. Question

Consider the following statements about the legal mandate of the Animal Welfare Board of India (AWBI):

• The AWBI was established under the Environment Protection Act, 1986.

• It monitors and enforces compliance with the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960.

• It has the authority to penalize organizations for violations of animal welfare laws.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• a) Only one

• b) Only two

• c) All three

Solution: a)

The Animal Welfare Board of India (AWBI) was established under the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960, making Statement 1 incorrect. It was not created under the Environment Protection Act, 1986.

The primary role of the AWBI is to oversee the implementation of the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960, ensuring compliance with its provisions and promoting animal welfare. This makes Statement 2 correct.

However, the AWBI does not have the authority to impose penalties on organizations or individuals for violations of animal welfare laws. Its role is largely advisory and regulatory, with enforcement powers lying with other authorities such as the police or judiciary. This makes Statement 3 incorrect.

Solution: a)

• Question 2 of 5 2. Question Consider the following statements about the Republic Day craft products initiative: Statement I: The initiative highlights the “One District One Product” (ODOP) scheme to promote regional crafts. Statement II: Each craft product distributed has a Geographical Indication (GI) tag. Which one 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 for Statement-I. b) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct, but 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. Correct Solution: c) The Republic Day craft products initiative focuses on promoting regional crafts under the “One District One Product” (ODOP) scheme, which aims to showcase and support unique products from various districts across India. This makes Statement I correct. However, while the initiative highlights regional crafts, not all the products distributed during the event carry a Geographical Indication (GI) tag. GI tags are granted to products that have a specific geographical origin and possess qualities or a reputation unique to that location. Since the initiative includes a broader range of crafts beyond those with GI tags, Statement II is incorrect. Incorrect Solution: c) The Republic Day craft products initiative focuses on promoting regional crafts under the “One District One Product” (ODOP) scheme, which aims to showcase and support unique products from various districts across India. This makes Statement I correct. However, while the initiative highlights regional crafts, not all the products distributed during the event carry a Geographical Indication (GI) tag. GI tags are granted to products that have a specific geographical origin and possess qualities or a reputation unique to that location. Since the initiative includes a broader range of crafts beyond those with GI tags, Statement II is incorrect.

#### 2. Question

Consider the following statements about the Republic Day craft products initiative: Statement I: The initiative highlights the “One District One Product” (ODOP) scheme to promote regional crafts. Statement II: Each craft product distributed has a Geographical Indication (GI) tag.

Which one 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 for Statement-I.

• b) Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct, but 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.

Solution: c)

The Republic Day craft products initiative focuses on promoting regional crafts under the “One District One Product” (ODOP) scheme, which aims to showcase and support unique products from various districts across India. This makes Statement I correct.

However, while the initiative highlights regional crafts, not all the products distributed during the event carry a Geographical Indication (GI) tag. GI tags are granted to products that have a specific geographical origin and possess qualities or a reputation unique to that location. Since the initiative includes a broader range of crafts beyond those with GI tags, Statement II is incorrect.

Solution: c)

• Question 3 of 5 3. Question Which of the following is a unique feature of the Scorpene-class submarine under Project P-75? a) Nuclear propulsion for unlimited underwater endurance. b) Integration of Air Independent Propulsion (AIP) for extended stealth. c) Armed with surface-to-air missiles for aerial defense. d) Completely manufactured without foreign collaboration. Correct Solution: b) The Scorpene-class submarines under Project P-75 are diesel-electric attack submarines designed for stealth, endurance, and versatility. A unique feature of these submarines is their integration of Air Independent Propulsion (AIP) systems, which allows them to remain submerged for extended periods without surfacing. This significantly enhances their stealth capabilities, making option b) the correct answer. Incorrect Solution: b) The Scorpene-class submarines under Project P-75 are diesel-electric attack submarines designed for stealth, endurance, and versatility. A unique feature of these submarines is their integration of Air Independent Propulsion (AIP) systems, which allows them to remain submerged for extended periods without surfacing. This significantly enhances their stealth capabilities, making option b) the correct answer.

#### 3. Question

Which of the following is a unique feature of the Scorpene-class submarine under Project P-75?

• a) Nuclear propulsion for unlimited underwater endurance.

• b) Integration of Air Independent Propulsion (AIP) for extended stealth.

• c) Armed with surface-to-air missiles for aerial defense.

• d) Completely manufactured without foreign collaboration.

Solution: b)

The Scorpene-class submarines under Project P-75 are diesel-electric attack submarines designed for stealth, endurance, and versatility. A unique feature of these submarines is their integration of Air Independent Propulsion (AIP) systems, which allows them to remain submerged for extended periods without surfacing. This significantly enhances their stealth capabilities, making option b) the correct answer.

Solution: b)

• Question 4 of 5 4. Question The Gulf of Mexico is bordered by which of the following countries? a) United States, Mexico, and Cuba b) United States, Canada, and Mexico c) United States, Haiti, and Cuba d) Mexico, Bahamas, and United States Correct Solution: a) The Gulf of Mexico is bordered by three countries: United States: Along the northern coastline, with states like Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and Florida. Mexico: Along its western and southern shores. Cuba: On the southeastern edge, near the Yucatán Channel. Incorrect Solution: a) The Gulf of Mexico is bordered by three countries: United States: Along the northern coastline, with states like Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and Florida. Mexico: Along its western and southern shores. Cuba: On the southeastern edge, near the Yucatán Channel.

#### 4. Question

The Gulf of Mexico is bordered by which of the following countries?

• a) United States, Mexico, and Cuba

• b) United States, Canada, and Mexico

• c) United States, Haiti, and Cuba

• d) Mexico, Bahamas, and United States

Solution: a)

The Gulf of Mexico is bordered by three countries:

• United States: Along the northern coastline, with states like Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and Florida.

• Mexico: Along its western and southern shores.

• Cuba: On the southeastern edge, near the Yucatán Channel.

Solution: a)

The Gulf of Mexico is bordered by three countries:

• United States: Along the northern coastline, with states like Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and Florida.

• Mexico: Along its western and southern shores.

• Cuba: On the southeastern edge, near the Yucatán Channel.

• Question 5 of 5 5. Question Regarding the structure and significance of Commonwealth Parliamentary Association’s Society of Clerks at the Table (CSPOC), consider the following statements: Its primary aim is to promote knowledge and understanding of parliamentary democracy. Canada has hosted the majority of CSPOC conferences since its inception. It is mandatory for all Commonwealth countries to participate in CSPOC meetings. How many of the above are correct? a) Only one b) Only two c) All three d) None Correct Solution: a) The Commonwealth Parliamentary Association’s Society of Clerks at the Table (CSPOC) is an organization that supports parliamentary democracy by fostering knowledge-sharing among parliamentary officials. Statement 1 is Correct. The primary aim of CSPOC is to promote knowledge and understanding of parliamentary democracy by facilitating discussions and exchanges of expertise among clerks and parliamentary officials. Statement 2 is Incorrect. While Canada plays a significant role in providing secretariat support, it has not hosted the majority of CSPOC conferences. These conferences rotate among Commonwealth countries. Statement 3 is Incorrect. Participation in CSPOC meetings is voluntary, and not all Commonwealth countries are mandated to participate. Incorrect Solution: a) The Commonwealth Parliamentary Association’s Society of Clerks at the Table (CSPOC) is an organization that supports parliamentary democracy by fostering knowledge-sharing among parliamentary officials. Statement 1 is Correct. The primary aim of CSPOC is to promote knowledge and understanding of parliamentary democracy by facilitating discussions and exchanges of expertise among clerks and parliamentary officials. Statement 2 is Incorrect. While Canada plays a significant role in providing secretariat support, it has not hosted the majority of CSPOC conferences. These conferences rotate among Commonwealth countries. Statement 3 is Incorrect. Participation in CSPOC meetings is voluntary, and not all Commonwealth countries are mandated to participate.

#### 5. Question

Regarding the structure and significance of Commonwealth Parliamentary Association’s Society of Clerks at the Table (CSPOC), consider the following statements:

• Its primary aim is to promote knowledge and understanding of parliamentary democracy.

• Canada has hosted the majority of CSPOC conferences since its inception.

• It is mandatory for all Commonwealth countries to participate in CSPOC meetings.

How many of the above are correct?

• a) Only one

• b) Only two

• c) All three

Solution: a)

The Commonwealth Parliamentary Association’s Society of Clerks at the Table (CSPOC) is an organization that supports parliamentary democracy by fostering knowledge-sharing among parliamentary officials.

• Statement 1 is Correct. The primary aim of CSPOC is to promote knowledge and understanding of parliamentary democracy by facilitating discussions and exchanges of expertise among clerks and parliamentary officials.

• Statement 2 is Incorrect. While Canada plays a significant role in providing secretariat support, it has not hosted the majority of CSPOC conferences. These conferences rotate among Commonwealth countries.

• Statement 3 is Incorrect. Participation in CSPOC meetings is voluntary, and not all Commonwealth countries are mandated to participate.

Solution: a)

• Statement 3 is Incorrect. Participation in CSPOC meetings is voluntary, and not all Commonwealth countries are mandated to participate.

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