UPSC Editorials Quiz : 24 August 2024

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• Question 1 of 5 1. Question The Multidimensional Vulnerability Index (MVI) was initially advocated by which group of countries? a) European Union nations b) Small Island Developing States (SIDS) c) BRICS nations d) G7 countries Correct Solution: b) About Multidimensional Vulnerability Index (MVI): The MVI is a new global benchmark measuring structural vulnerability and resilienceacross various sustainable development dimensions. It complements GDPand other metrics, aiming to capture vulnerabilities and resilience in all developing countries. Initially advocated by small island states, it includes factors like import dependency, climate risks, and social resilience. Aspects Description About The Multidimensional Vulnerability Index (MVI) measures structural vulnerability and lack of resilience across various dimensions of sustainable development at the national level. Purpose It addresses the needs of small island developing states (SIDS) and other developing nations that face unique vulnerabilities but don’t qualify for low-interest financing. Key Indicators in the MVI The MVI includes indicators such as: i) Import dependency ii) Exposure to extreme weather events and pandemics iii) Impacts of regional violence and refugee crises iv) Demographic pressure v) Water and arable land resources vi) Child mortality under five. Limitations of Traditional Measures Traditional metrics like Gross National Income (GNI) often miss the vulnerabilities of developing countries. These measures hinder them from accessing necessary development financing. Applications of the MVI The MVI will guide: i) Programmatic support for SIDS and other developing countries ii) Debt service strategies iii) Financing sustainable development initiatives tailored to the challenges of SIDS. Source Incorrect Solution: b) About Multidimensional Vulnerability Index (MVI): The MVI is a new global benchmark measuring structural vulnerability and resilienceacross various sustainable development dimensions. It complements GDPand other metrics, aiming to capture vulnerabilities and resilience in all developing countries. Initially advocated by small island states, it includes factors like import dependency, climate risks, and social resilience. Aspects Description About The Multidimensional Vulnerability Index (MVI) measures structural vulnerability and lack of resilience across various dimensions of sustainable development at the national level. Purpose It addresses the needs of small island developing states (SIDS) and other developing nations that face unique vulnerabilities but don’t qualify for low-interest financing. Key Indicators in the MVI The MVI includes indicators such as: i) Import dependency ii) Exposure to extreme weather events and pandemics iii) Impacts of regional violence and refugee crises iv) Demographic pressure v) Water and arable land resources vi) Child mortality under five. Limitations of Traditional Measures Traditional metrics like Gross National Income (GNI) often miss the vulnerabilities of developing countries. These measures hinder them from accessing necessary development financing. Applications of the MVI The MVI will guide: i) Programmatic support for SIDS and other developing countries ii) Debt service strategies iii) Financing sustainable development initiatives tailored to the challenges of SIDS. Source

#### 1. Question

The Multidimensional Vulnerability Index (MVI) was initially advocated by which group of countries?

• a) European Union nations

• b) Small Island Developing States (SIDS)

• c) BRICS nations

• d) G7 countries

Solution: b)

About Multidimensional Vulnerability Index (MVI):

• The MVI is a new global benchmark measuring structural vulnerability and resilienceacross various sustainable development dimensions.

• It complements GDPand other metrics, aiming to capture vulnerabilities and resilience in all developing countries.

• Initially advocated by small island states, it includes factors like import dependency, climate risks, and social resilience.

Aspects | Description

About | The Multidimensional Vulnerability Index (MVI) measures structural vulnerability and lack of resilience across various dimensions of sustainable development at the national level.

Purpose | It addresses the needs of small island developing states (SIDS) and other developing nations that face unique vulnerabilities but don’t qualify for low-interest financing.

Key Indicators in the MVI | The MVI includes indicators such as:

i) Import dependency

ii) Exposure to extreme weather events and pandemics

iii) Impacts of regional violence and refugee crises

iv) Demographic pressure

v) Water and arable land resources

vi) Child mortality under five.

Limitations of Traditional Measures | Traditional metrics like Gross National Income (GNI) often miss the vulnerabilities of developing countries. These measures hinder them from accessing necessary development financing.

Applications of the MVI | The MVI will guide:

i) Programmatic support for SIDS and other developing countries

ii) Debt service strategies

iii) Financing sustainable development initiatives tailored to the challenges of SIDS.

Solution: b)

About Multidimensional Vulnerability Index (MVI):

• The MVI is a new global benchmark measuring structural vulnerability and resilienceacross various sustainable development dimensions.

• It complements GDPand other metrics, aiming to capture vulnerabilities and resilience in all developing countries.

• Initially advocated by small island states, it includes factors like import dependency, climate risks, and social resilience.

Aspects | Description

About | The Multidimensional Vulnerability Index (MVI) measures structural vulnerability and lack of resilience across various dimensions of sustainable development at the national level.

Purpose | It addresses the needs of small island developing states (SIDS) and other developing nations that face unique vulnerabilities but don’t qualify for low-interest financing.

Key Indicators in the MVI | The MVI includes indicators such as:

i) Import dependency

ii) Exposure to extreme weather events and pandemics

iii) Impacts of regional violence and refugee crises

iv) Demographic pressure

v) Water and arable land resources

vi) Child mortality under five.

Applications of the MVI | The MVI will guide:

i) Programmatic support for SIDS and other developing countries

ii) Debt service strategies

iii) Financing sustainable development initiatives tailored to the challenges of SIDS.

• Question 2 of 5 2. Question Which organization is responsible for publishing the National Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI) in India? a) Ministry of Finance b) NITI Aayog c) Reserve Bank of India d) Ministry of Rural Development Correct Solution: b) The National Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI), a first-of-its-kind, estimates multiple deprivations at a household level using NFHS data. Published by NITI Aayog, it includes three dimensions and 12 indicators. Sub-indices measure the Headcount Ratio (how many are poor) and the Intensity of Poverty (how poor are the poor). The Global MPI, published by OPHI in collaboration with UNDP, is a similar index addressing worldwide multidimensional poverty. Source Incorrect Solution: b) The National Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI), a first-of-its-kind, estimates multiple deprivations at a household level using NFHS data. Published by NITI Aayog, it includes three dimensions and 12 indicators. Sub-indices measure the Headcount Ratio (how many are poor) and the Intensity of Poverty (how poor are the poor). The Global MPI, published by OPHI in collaboration with UNDP, is a similar index addressing worldwide multidimensional poverty. Source

#### 2. Question

Which organization is responsible for publishing the National Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI) in India?

• a) Ministry of Finance

• b) NITI Aayog

• c) Reserve Bank of India

• d) Ministry of Rural Development

Solution: b)

The National Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI), a first-of-its-kind, estimates multiple deprivations at a household level using NFHS data. Published by NITI Aayog, it includes three dimensions and 12 indicators. Sub-indices measure the Headcount Ratio (how many are poor) and the Intensity of Poverty (how poor are the poor). The Global MPI, published by OPHI in collaboration with UNDP, is a similar index addressing worldwide multidimensional poverty.

Solution: b)

• Question 3 of 5 3. Question Consider the following statements regarding the National Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI): The National MPI uses data from the National Family Health Survey (NFHS). The National MPI includes indicators such as health, education, and standard of living. The Global MPI is published by the World Bank in collaboration with the International Monetary Fund (IMF). Which of the above statements is/are correct? a) 1 and 2 only b) 1 and 3 only c) 2 and 3 only d) 1, 2, and 3 Correct Solution: a) Statement 1 is correct: The National MPI uses data from the National Family Health Survey (NFHS) to estimate multiple deprivations at the household level. Statement 2 is correct: The National MPI includes indicators related to health, education, and standard of living. Statement 3 is incorrect: The Global MPI is published by the Oxford Poverty and Human Development Initiative (OPHI) in collaboration with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), not by the World Bank and IMF. Source Incorrect Solution: a) Statement 1 is correct: The National MPI uses data from the National Family Health Survey (NFHS) to estimate multiple deprivations at the household level. Statement 2 is correct: The National MPI includes indicators related to health, education, and standard of living. Statement 3 is incorrect: The Global MPI is published by the Oxford Poverty and Human Development Initiative (OPHI) in collaboration with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), not by the World Bank and IMF. Source

#### 3. Question

Consider the following statements regarding the National Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI):

• The National MPI uses data from the National Family Health Survey (NFHS).

• The National MPI includes indicators such as health, education, and standard of living.

• The Global MPI is published by the World Bank in collaboration with the International Monetary Fund (IMF).

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

• a) 1 and 2 only

• b) 1 and 3 only

• c) 2 and 3 only

• d) 1, 2, and 3

Solution: a)

Statement 1 is correct: The National MPI uses data from the National Family Health Survey (NFHS) to estimate multiple deprivations at the household level.

Statement 2 is correct: The National MPI includes indicators related to health, education, and standard of living.

Statement 3 is incorrect: The Global MPI is published by the Oxford Poverty and Human Development Initiative (OPHI) in collaboration with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), not by the World Bank and IMF.

Solution: a)

Statement 1 is correct: The National MPI uses data from the National Family Health Survey (NFHS) to estimate multiple deprivations at the household level.

Statement 2 is correct: The National MPI includes indicators related to health, education, and standard of living.

• Question 4 of 5 4. Question Consider the following statements regarding Article 142: Article 142 empowers the Supreme Court to pass orders necessary for complete justice. This article allows the Supreme Court to grant special leave to appeal against lower court decisions. Article 142 can be used to protect civil liberties in cases where no specific law exists. Which of the above statements is/are correct? a) 1 only b) 1 and 3 only c) 2 and 3 only d) 1, 2, and 3 Correct Solution: b) Statements 1 and 3 are correct. Article 142 empowers the Supreme Court to pass orders necessary for complete justice, including in cases where no specific law exists to protect civil liberties. Statement 2 is incorrect because it relates to Article 136, not Article 142. Source Incorrect Solution: b) Statements 1 and 3 are correct. Article 142 empowers the Supreme Court to pass orders necessary for complete justice, including in cases where no specific law exists to protect civil liberties. Statement 2 is incorrect because it relates to Article 136, not Article 142. Source

#### 4. Question

Consider the following statements regarding Article 142:

• Article 142 empowers the Supreme Court to pass orders necessary for complete justice.

• This article allows the Supreme Court to grant special leave to appeal against lower court decisions.

• Article 142 can be used to protect civil liberties in cases where no specific law exists.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

• b) 1 and 3 only

• c) 2 and 3 only

• d) 1, 2, and 3

Solution: b)

Statements 1 and 3 are correct. Article 142 empowers the Supreme Court to pass orders necessary for complete justice, including in cases where no specific law exists to protect civil liberties.

Statement 2 is incorrect because it relates to Article 136, not Article 142.

Solution: b)

Statements 1 and 3 are correct. Article 142 empowers the Supreme Court to pass orders necessary for complete justice, including in cases where no specific law exists to protect civil liberties.

Statement 2 is incorrect because it relates to Article 136, not Article 142.

• Question 5 of 5 5. Question Match the following liberties with their corresponding examples: COLUMN 1 1. Freedom of Speech 2. Right to Privacy 3. Freedom of Movement 4. Right to Fair Trial COLUMN 2 A. Moving to another state for work B. A journalist freely writing about government policies C. Being provided with legal representation in court D. Safeguarding personal data from unauthorized access Select the option with correct matching pairs below. a) 1-B, 2-D, 3-A, 4-C b) 1-A, 2-C, 3-D, 4-B c) 1-C, 2-A, 3-B, 4-D d) 1-D, 2-B, 3-C, 4-A Correct Solution: a) The correct matches are: Freedom of Speech – A journalist freely writing about government policies; Right to Privacy – Safeguarding personal data from unauthorized access; Freedom of Movement – Moving to another state for work; Right to Fair Trial – Being provided with legal representation in court. Source Incorrect Solution: a) The correct matches are: Freedom of Speech – A journalist freely writing about government policies; Right to Privacy – Safeguarding personal data from unauthorized access; Freedom of Movement – Moving to another state for work; Right to Fair Trial – Being provided with legal representation in court. Source

#### 5. Question

Match the following liberties with their corresponding examples: COLUMN 1 1. Freedom of Speech 2. Right to Privacy 3. Freedom of Movement 4. Right to Fair Trial

COLUMN 2 A. Moving to another state for work B. A journalist freely writing about government policies C. Being provided with legal representation in court D. Safeguarding personal data from unauthorized access

Select the option with correct matching pairs below.

• a) 1-B, 2-D, 3-A, 4-C

• b) 1-A, 2-C, 3-D, 4-B

• c) 1-C, 2-A, 3-B, 4-D

• d) 1-D, 2-B, 3-C, 4-A

• Solution: a)

The correct matches are: Freedom of Speech – A journalist freely writing about government policies; Right to Privacy – Safeguarding personal data from unauthorized access; Freedom of Movement – Moving to another state for work; Right to Fair Trial – Being provided with legal representation in court.

• Solution: a)

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