UPSC Editorials Quiz : 23 September 2024

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• Question 1 of 5 1. Question Which Articles of the Indian Constitution stipulate a five-year term for both the Lok Sabha and State Legislative Assemblies, requiring amendment for the implementation of “One Nation One Election” (ONOE)? a) Article 83 and Article 325 b) Article 172 and Article 327 c) Article 83 and Article 328 d) Article 83 and Article 172 Correct Solution: d) Article 83(2) provides that the Lok Sabha shall continue for five years from the date of its first sitting, unless dissolved earlier. Similarly, Article 172(1) stipulates the same for state legislative Assemblies. To synchronize elections under the ONOE proposal, amendments are required to these articles so that the terms of both the Lok Sabha and the Assemblies align. The amendment would allow simultaneous elections without the need for state ratification. Incorrect Solution: d) Article 83(2) provides that the Lok Sabha shall continue for five years from the date of its first sitting, unless dissolved earlier. Similarly, Article 172(1) stipulates the same for state legislative Assemblies. To synchronize elections under the ONOE proposal, amendments are required to these articles so that the terms of both the Lok Sabha and the Assemblies align. The amendment would allow simultaneous elections without the need for state ratification.

#### 1. Question

Which Articles of the Indian Constitution stipulate a five-year term for both the Lok Sabha and State Legislative Assemblies, requiring amendment for the implementation of “One Nation One Election” (ONOE)?

• a) Article 83 and Article 325

• b) Article 172 and Article 327

• c) Article 83 and Article 328

• d) Article 83 and Article 172

Solution: d)

Article 83(2) provides that the Lok Sabha shall continue for five years from the date of its first sitting, unless dissolved earlier. Similarly, Article 172(1) stipulates the same for state legislative Assemblies. To synchronize elections under the ONOE proposal, amendments are required to these articles so that the terms of both the Lok Sabha and the Assemblies align. The amendment would allow simultaneous elections without the need for state ratification.

Solution: d)

• Question 2 of 5 2. Question Consider the following statements regarding the dispute resolution mechanism under the Indus Waters Treaty: The first step in resolving disputes is the involvement of a Neutral Expert, who adjudicates on technical issues. The Permanent Indus Commission is required to meet at least once a year to discuss the implementation of the treaty and resolve any disputes. If disputes persist after the Neutral Expert’s decision, the matter can be referred to an arbitral tribunal, known as the Court of Arbitration, consisting of seven members. How many of the above statements is/are correct? a) Only one b) Only two c) All three d) None Correct Solution: b) Statement 1 is incorrect. The first step in the dispute resolution process is the Permanent Indus Commission (PIC), not the Neutral Expert. The PIC is responsible for resolving issues related to the implementation of the treaty through dialogue and cooperation. Only when the PIC fails to resolve the issue does a Neutral Expert get involved. Statement 2 is correct. The PIC is mandated to meet at least once a year to discuss the implementation of the treaty and resolve disputes. The commission plays a crucial role in facilitating cooperation between the two countries. Statement 3 is correct. If disputes persist after the involvement of a Neutral Expert, the matter can be referred to a Court of Arbitration, a seven-member tribunal tasked with providing a final, binding decision on the issue. Incorrect Solution: b) Statement 1 is incorrect. The first step in the dispute resolution process is the Permanent Indus Commission (PIC), not the Neutral Expert. The PIC is responsible for resolving issues related to the implementation of the treaty through dialogue and cooperation. Only when the PIC fails to resolve the issue does a Neutral Expert get involved. Statement 2 is correct. The PIC is mandated to meet at least once a year to discuss the implementation of the treaty and resolve disputes. The commission plays a crucial role in facilitating cooperation between the two countries. Statement 3 is correct. If disputes persist after the involvement of a Neutral Expert, the matter can be referred to a Court of Arbitration, a seven-member tribunal tasked with providing a final, binding decision on the issue.

#### 2. Question

Consider the following statements regarding the dispute resolution mechanism under the Indus Waters Treaty:

• The first step in resolving disputes is the involvement of a Neutral Expert, who adjudicates on technical issues.

• The Permanent Indus Commission is required to meet at least once a year to discuss the implementation of the treaty and resolve any disputes.

• If disputes persist after the Neutral Expert’s decision, the matter can be referred to an arbitral tribunal, known as the Court of Arbitration, consisting of seven members.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• a) Only one

• b) Only two

• c) All three

Solution: b)

Statement 1 is incorrect. The first step in the dispute resolution process is the Permanent Indus Commission (PIC), not the Neutral Expert. The PIC is responsible for resolving issues related to the implementation of the treaty through dialogue and cooperation. Only when the PIC fails to resolve the issue does a Neutral Expert get involved.

Statement 2 is correct. The PIC is mandated to meet at least once a year to discuss the implementation of the treaty and resolve disputes. The commission plays a crucial role in facilitating cooperation between the two countries.

Statement 3 is correct. If disputes persist after the involvement of a Neutral Expert, the matter can be referred to a Court of Arbitration, a seven-member tribunal tasked with providing a final, binding decision on the issue.

Solution: b)

• Question 3 of 5 3. Question Consider the following statements about the Law Commission of India: The Law Commission is a constitutional body created under Article 124 of the Indian Constitution. The primary role of the Law Commission is to conduct research and suggest legal reforms. The Law Commission has the power to implement legal changes recommended in its reports. Which of the above statements is/are correct? a) 1 and 3 only b) 2 and 3 only c) 2 only d) None of the above Correct Solution: c) The Law Commission is a non-statutory advisory body, not a constitutional body (Statement 1 is incorrect). Its main function is to conduct research and recommend legal reforms to the government (Statement 2 is correct). However, the Commission does not have the power to implement legal changes; it can only provide recommendations, which the government may or may not act upon (Statement 3 is incorrect). Incorrect Solution: c) The Law Commission is a non-statutory advisory body, not a constitutional body (Statement 1 is incorrect). Its main function is to conduct research and recommend legal reforms to the government (Statement 2 is correct). However, the Commission does not have the power to implement legal changes; it can only provide recommendations, which the government may or may not act upon (Statement 3 is incorrect).

#### 3. Question

Consider the following statements about the Law Commission of India:

• The Law Commission is a constitutional body created under Article 124 of the Indian Constitution.

• The primary role of the Law Commission is to conduct research and suggest legal reforms.

• The Law Commission has the power to implement legal changes recommended in its reports.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

• a) 1 and 3 only

• b) 2 and 3 only

• d) None of the above

Solution: c)

The Law Commission is a non-statutory advisory body, not a constitutional body (Statement 1 is incorrect).

Its main function is to conduct research and recommend legal reforms to the government (Statement 2 is correct).

However, the Commission does not have the power to implement legal changes; it can only provide recommendations, which the government may or may not act upon (Statement 3 is incorrect).

Solution: c)

The Law Commission is a non-statutory advisory body, not a constitutional body (Statement 1 is incorrect).

Its main function is to conduct research and recommend legal reforms to the government (Statement 2 is correct).

However, the Commission does not have the power to implement legal changes; it can only provide recommendations, which the government may or may not act upon (Statement 3 is incorrect).

• Question 4 of 5 4. Question Consider the following statements regarding MSP determination: “A2” costs include all cash and in-kind expenses incurred by the farmer. “A2 + FL” adds the imputed value of unpaid family labor to “A2” costs. “C2” costs exclude any interest on fixed capital assets like farm machinery. How many of the above statements is/are correct? a) Only one b) Only two c) All three d) None Correct Solution: b) Statements 1 and 2 are correct. “A2” costs cover all expenses incurred by the farmer, and “A2 + FL” includes the imputed value of unpaid family labor. However, statement 3 is incorrect because “C2” costs include interest on fixed capital assets, making it the most comprehensive cost component. Incorrect Solution: b) Statements 1 and 2 are correct. “A2” costs cover all expenses incurred by the farmer, and “A2 + FL” includes the imputed value of unpaid family labor. However, statement 3 is incorrect because “C2” costs include interest on fixed capital assets, making it the most comprehensive cost component.

#### 4. Question

Consider the following statements regarding MSP determination:

• “A2” costs include all cash and in-kind expenses incurred by the farmer.

• “A2 + FL” adds the imputed value of unpaid family labor to “A2” costs.

• “C2” costs exclude any interest on fixed capital assets like farm machinery.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• a) Only one

• b) Only two

• c) All three

Solution: b)

Statements 1 and 2 are correct. “A2” costs cover all expenses incurred by the farmer, and “A2 + FL” includes the imputed value of unpaid family labor.

However, statement 3 is incorrect because “C2” costs include interest on fixed capital assets, making it the most comprehensive cost component.

Solution: b)

Statements 1 and 2 are correct. “A2” costs cover all expenses incurred by the farmer, and “A2 + FL” includes the imputed value of unpaid family labor.

However, statement 3 is incorrect because “C2” costs include interest on fixed capital assets, making it the most comprehensive cost component.

• Question 5 of 5 5. Question Consider the following statements about the functions of the Law Commission of India: The Law Commission can recommend the repeal of outdated laws. The Law Commission’s recommendations are binding on the government. The Law Commission studies and suggests reforms for the improvement of legal education in India. Which of the above statements is/are correct? a) 1 and 3 only b) 1 and 2 only c) 3 only d) 2 and 3 only Correct Solution: a) The Law Commission has the authority to recommend the repeal of outdated laws (Statement 1 is correct). However, its recommendations are not binding on the government; they are purely advisory (Statement 2 is incorrect). The Commission also studies issues like legal education, providing reform suggestions to improve India’s legal system (Statement 3 is correct). Incorrect Solution: a) The Law Commission has the authority to recommend the repeal of outdated laws (Statement 1 is correct). However, its recommendations are not binding on the government; they are purely advisory (Statement 2 is incorrect). The Commission also studies issues like legal education, providing reform suggestions to improve India’s legal system (Statement 3 is correct).

#### 5. Question

Consider the following statements about the functions of the Law Commission of India:

• The Law Commission can recommend the repeal of outdated laws.

• The Law Commission’s recommendations are binding on the government.

• The Law Commission studies and suggests reforms for the improvement of legal education in India.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

• a) 1 and 3 only

• b) 1 and 2 only

• d) 2 and 3 only

Solution: a)

The Law Commission has the authority to recommend the repeal of outdated laws (Statement 1 is correct).

However, its recommendations are not binding on the government; they are purely advisory (Statement 2 is incorrect).

The Commission also studies issues like legal education, providing reform suggestions to improve India’s legal system (Statement 3 is correct).

Solution: a)

The Law Commission has the authority to recommend the repeal of outdated laws (Statement 1 is correct).

However, its recommendations are not binding on the government; they are purely advisory (Statement 2 is incorrect).

The Commission also studies issues like legal education, providing reform suggestions to improve India’s legal system (Statement 3 is correct).

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