UPSC Editorials Quiz : 24 February 2025

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• Question 1 of 5 1. Question Consider the following statements regarding the Gram Sabha: Gram Sabha elects the members of the State Legislative Assembly directly. Gram Sabha meetings are chaired by the District Collector. The Governor of the state is responsible for approving Gram Sabha resolutions. How many of the above statements is/are correct? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) All three (d) None Correct Solution: D The Gram Sabha is a crucial institution of local self-governance in India, consisting of all registered voters within a village panchayat area. It functions as a direct democracy where people collectively make decisions regarding local development and governance. Statement 1 is incorrect because the Gram Sabha does not elect members of the State Legislative Assembly. Instead, it is a grassroots body that discusses and approves local development plans, monitors the work of the Gram Panchayat, and ensures transparency in governance. Statement 2 is incorrect since Gram Sabha meetings are chaired by the Sarpanch, who is the elected head of the Gram Panchayat, not the District Collector. The District Collector has an administrative role but does not preside over Gram Sabha meetings. Statement 3 is incorrect because Gram Sabha resolutions do not require approval from the Governor. These resolutions are primarily implemented at the local level by the Gram Panchayat. Incorrect Solution: D The Gram Sabha is a crucial institution of local self-governance in India, consisting of all registered voters within a village panchayat area. It functions as a direct democracy where people collectively make decisions regarding local development and governance. Statement 1 is incorrect because the Gram Sabha does not elect members of the State Legislative Assembly. Instead, it is a grassroots body that discusses and approves local development plans, monitors the work of the Gram Panchayat, and ensures transparency in governance. Statement 2 is incorrect since Gram Sabha meetings are chaired by the Sarpanch, who is the elected head of the Gram Panchayat, not the District Collector. The District Collector has an administrative role but does not preside over Gram Sabha meetings. Statement 3 is incorrect because Gram Sabha resolutions do not require approval from the Governor. These resolutions are primarily implemented at the local level by the Gram Panchayat.

#### 1. Question

Consider the following statements regarding the Gram Sabha:

• Gram Sabha elects the members of the State Legislative Assembly directly.

• Gram Sabha meetings are chaired by the District Collector.

• The Governor of the state is responsible for approving Gram Sabha resolutions.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• (a) Only one

• (b) Only two

• (c) All three

Solution: D

• The Gram Sabha is a crucial institution of local self-governance in India, consisting of all registered voters within a village panchayat area. It functions as a direct democracy where people collectively make decisions regarding local development and governance.

• Statement 1 is incorrect because the Gram Sabha does not elect members of the State Legislative Assembly. Instead, it is a grassroots body that discusses and approves local development plans, monitors the work of the Gram Panchayat, and ensures transparency in governance.

• Statement 2 is incorrect since Gram Sabha meetings are chaired by the Sarpanch, who is the elected head of the Gram Panchayat, not the District Collector. The District Collector has an administrative role but does not preside over Gram Sabha meetings.

• Statement 3 is incorrect because Gram Sabha resolutions do not require approval from the Governor. These resolutions are primarily implemented at the local level by the Gram Panchayat.

Solution: D

• Statement 3 is incorrect because Gram Sabha resolutions do not require approval from the Governor. These resolutions are primarily implemented at the local level by the Gram Panchayat.

• Question 2 of 5 2. Question Consider the following statements regarding the role of Constitutional Morality in India: It strengthens constitutional governance by upholding fundamental rights over customs or traditions. It was explicitly mentioned in the original Constitution as a guiding principle. It has been invoked in cases related to personal liberty, gender justice, and equality. It allows judicial activism in cases where constitutional values are threatened. How many of the above statements is/are correct? a) Only one b) Only two c) Only three d) All four Correct Solution: C Constitutional morality is a judicially recognized principle that ensures governance aligns with constitutional values, even when societal norms or traditions conflict with fundamental rights. It emphasizes justice, liberty, equality, and fraternity over regressive customs. Statement 1 is correct because constitutional morality strengthens governance by ensuring that practices violating fundamental rights, such as caste discrimination or gender inequality, do not prevail over constitutional principles. Statement 2 is incorrect since constitutional morality was not explicitly mentioned in the original Constitution. Instead, it has been interpreted and developed by courts over time, particularly in landmark judgments concerning social justice and fundamental rights. Statement 3 is correct, as courts have applied constitutional morality in cases such as Navtej Singh Johar v. Union of India (decriminalization of homosexuality), Shayara Bano v. Union of India (Triple Talaq case), and Indian Young Lawyers Association v. State of Kerala (Sabarimala temple entry case). Statement 4 is correct because constitutional morality allows judicial activism in cases where constitutional values are under threat. The judiciary has used this principle to challenge practices that undermine equality, liberty, or dignity. Incorrect Solution: C Constitutional morality is a judicially recognized principle that ensures governance aligns with constitutional values, even when societal norms or traditions conflict with fundamental rights. It emphasizes justice, liberty, equality, and fraternity over regressive customs. Statement 1 is correct because constitutional morality strengthens governance by ensuring that practices violating fundamental rights, such as caste discrimination or gender inequality, do not prevail over constitutional principles. Statement 2 is incorrect since constitutional morality was not explicitly mentioned in the original Constitution. Instead, it has been interpreted and developed by courts over time, particularly in landmark judgments concerning social justice and fundamental rights. Statement 3 is correct, as courts have applied constitutional morality in cases such as Navtej Singh Johar v. Union of India (decriminalization of homosexuality), Shayara Bano v. Union of India (Triple Talaq case), and Indian Young Lawyers Association v. State of Kerala (Sabarimala temple entry case). Statement 4 is correct because constitutional morality allows judicial activism in cases where constitutional values are under threat. The judiciary has used this principle to challenge practices that undermine equality, liberty, or dignity.

#### 2. Question

Consider the following statements regarding the role of Constitutional Morality in India:

• It strengthens constitutional governance by upholding fundamental rights over customs or traditions.

• It was explicitly mentioned in the original Constitution as a guiding principle.

• It has been invoked in cases related to personal liberty, gender justice, and equality.

• It allows judicial activism in cases where constitutional values are threatened.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• a) Only one

• b) Only two

• c) Only three

• d) All four

Solution: C

• Constitutional morality is a judicially recognized principle that ensures governance aligns with constitutional values, even when societal norms or traditions conflict with fundamental rights. It emphasizes justice, liberty, equality, and fraternity over regressive customs.

• Statement 1 is correct because constitutional morality strengthens governance by ensuring that practices violating fundamental rights, such as caste discrimination or gender inequality, do not prevail over constitutional principles.

• Statement 2 is incorrect since constitutional morality was not explicitly mentioned in the original Constitution. Instead, it has been interpreted and developed by courts over time, particularly in landmark judgments concerning social justice and fundamental rights.

• Statement 3 is correct, as courts have applied constitutional morality in cases such as Navtej Singh Johar v. Union of India (decriminalization of homosexuality), Shayara Bano v. Union of India (Triple Talaq case), and Indian Young Lawyers Association v. State of Kerala (Sabarimala temple entry case).

• Statement 4 is correct because constitutional morality allows judicial activism in cases where constitutional values are under threat. The judiciary has used this principle to challenge practices that undermine equality, liberty, or dignity.

Solution: C

• Question 3 of 5 3. Question Consider the following statements regarding Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA). Assertion (A): APEDA plays a crucial role in enhancing India’s global agricultural trade. Reason (R): APEDA directly controls domestic agricultural production and pricing policies to boost exports. Which one of the following is correct? a) Both A and R are correct, and R is the correct explanation of A. b) Both A and R are correct, but R is not the correct explanation of A. c) A is correct, but R is incorrect. d) A is incorrect, but R is correct. Correct Solution: c) The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) plays a significant role in promoting India’s agricultural exports by setting quality standards, providing financial assistance for infrastructure development, and facilitating international market access. It helps in branding, certification, and ensuring that Indian agricultural products meet global standards. Statement A is correct because APEDA enhances India’s global agricultural trade through export promotion strategies, capacity building, and coordination with stakeholders to improve the competitiveness of Indian agricultural products in foreign markets. Statement R is incorrect since APEDA does not have control over domestic agricultural production or pricing policies. These responsibilities lie with organizations like the Commission for Agricultural Costs and Prices (CACP), which recommends minimum support prices (MSPs), the Food Corporation of India (FCI), which manages procurement and distribution, and the Ministry of Agriculture, which formulates policies. Incorrect Solution: c) The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) plays a significant role in promoting India’s agricultural exports by setting quality standards, providing financial assistance for infrastructure development, and facilitating international market access. It helps in branding, certification, and ensuring that Indian agricultural products meet global standards. Statement A is correct because APEDA enhances India’s global agricultural trade through export promotion strategies, capacity building, and coordination with stakeholders to improve the competitiveness of Indian agricultural products in foreign markets. Statement R is incorrect since APEDA does not have control over domestic agricultural production or pricing policies. These responsibilities lie with organizations like the Commission for Agricultural Costs and Prices (CACP), which recommends minimum support prices (MSPs), the Food Corporation of India (FCI), which manages procurement and distribution, and the Ministry of Agriculture, which formulates policies.

#### 3. Question

Consider the following statements regarding Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA).

Assertion (A): APEDA plays a crucial role in enhancing India’s global agricultural trade.

Reason (R): APEDA directly controls domestic agricultural production and pricing policies to boost exports.

Which one of the following is correct?

• a) Both A and R are correct, and R is the correct explanation of A.

• b) Both A and R are correct, but R is not the correct explanation of A.

• c) A is correct, but R is incorrect.

• d) A is incorrect, but R is correct.

Solution: c)

• The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) plays a significant role in promoting India’s agricultural exports by setting quality standards, providing financial assistance for infrastructure development, and facilitating international market access. It helps in branding, certification, and ensuring that Indian agricultural products meet global standards.

• Statement A is correct because APEDA enhances India’s global agricultural trade through export promotion strategies, capacity building, and coordination with stakeholders to improve the competitiveness of Indian agricultural products in foreign markets.

• Statement R is incorrect since APEDA does not have control over domestic agricultural production or pricing policies. These responsibilities lie with organizations like the Commission for Agricultural Costs and Prices (CACP), which recommends minimum support prices (MSPs), the Food Corporation of India (FCI), which manages procurement and distribution, and the Ministry of Agriculture, which formulates policies.

Solution: c)

• Question 4 of 5 4. Question Consider the following statements regarding the powers and functions of the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC): The CEC has the authority to remove elected representatives for electoral malpractices without consulting the judiciary. The Election Commission, under the CEC, can cancel elections if large-scale rigging or booth capturing is detected. The CEC is responsible for conducting elections to the Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha, State Assemblies, and local bodies across India. The CEC plays a crucial role in enforcing the Model Code of Conduct during elections. How many of the above statements is/are correct? (a) Only one (b) Only two c) Only three d) All four Correct Solution: B The Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) of India heads the Election Commission of India (ECI), an autonomous constitutional authority responsible for conducting free and fair elections. The CEC plays a crucial role in maintaining the integrity of India’s electoral process. Statement 1 is incorrect because the CEC does not have the unilateral power to remove elected representatives for electoral malpractices. Statement 2 is correct as the Election Commission can cancel elections in cases of large-scale electoral malpractices, such as rigging, booth capturing, or bribery. A notable example is the cancellation of the Vellore Lok Sabha elections in 2019 due to excessive use of money power. Statement 3 is incorrect since the CEC is responsible for conducting elections to the Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha, and State Legislative Assemblies, but not for local body elections. Local elections are conducted by the State Election Commissions (SECs). Statement 4 is correct because the CEC plays a vital role in enforcing the Model Code of Conduct (MCC), which regulates political campaigning, prevents misuse of government machinery, and ensures a level playing field for all candidates during elections. Incorrect Solution: B The Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) of India heads the Election Commission of India (ECI), an autonomous constitutional authority responsible for conducting free and fair elections. The CEC plays a crucial role in maintaining the integrity of India’s electoral process. Statement 1 is incorrect because the CEC does not have the unilateral power to remove elected representatives for electoral malpractices. Statement 2 is correct as the Election Commission can cancel elections in cases of large-scale electoral malpractices, such as rigging, booth capturing, or bribery. A notable example is the cancellation of the Vellore Lok Sabha elections in 2019 due to excessive use of money power. Statement 3 is incorrect since the CEC is responsible for conducting elections to the Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha, and State Legislative Assemblies, but not for local body elections. Local elections are conducted by the State Election Commissions (SECs). Statement 4 is correct because the CEC plays a vital role in enforcing the Model Code of Conduct (MCC), which regulates political campaigning, prevents misuse of government machinery, and ensures a level playing field for all candidates during elections.

#### 4. Question

Consider the following statements regarding the powers and functions of the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC):

• The CEC has the authority to remove elected representatives for electoral malpractices without consulting the judiciary.

• The Election Commission, under the CEC, can cancel elections if large-scale rigging or booth capturing is detected.

• The CEC is responsible for conducting elections to the Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha, State Assemblies, and local bodies across India.

• The CEC plays a crucial role in enforcing the Model Code of Conduct during elections.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• (a) Only one

• (b) Only two

• c) Only three

• d) All four

Solution: B

• The Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) of India heads the Election Commission of India (ECI), an autonomous constitutional authority responsible for conducting free and fair elections. The CEC plays a crucial role in maintaining the integrity of India’s electoral process.

• Statement 1 is incorrect because the CEC does not have the unilateral power to remove elected representatives for electoral malpractices.

• Statement 2 is correct as the Election Commission can cancel elections in cases of large-scale electoral malpractices, such as rigging, booth capturing, or bribery. A notable example is the cancellation of the Vellore Lok Sabha elections in 2019 due to excessive use of money power.

• Statement 3 is incorrect since the CEC is responsible for conducting elections to the Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha, and State Legislative Assemblies, but not for local body elections. Local elections are conducted by the State Election Commissions (SECs).

• Statement 4 is correct because the CEC plays a vital role in enforcing the Model Code of Conduct (MCC), which regulates political campaigning, prevents misuse of government machinery, and ensures a level playing field for all candidates during elections.

Solution: B

• Statement 1 is incorrect because the CEC does not have the unilateral power to remove elected representatives for electoral malpractices.

• Question 5 of 5 5. Question Consider the following statements regarding Deposit Insurance and Credit Guarantee Corporation (DICGC)’s role and regulations: DICGC is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). The insurance premium paid by banks to DICGC is deducted from customers’ deposits. DICGC covers interbank deposits and deposits of foreign governments. The government can increase the deposit insurance coverage limit through a parliamentary amendment. How many of the above statements is/are correct? a) Only one b) Only two c) Only three d) All four Correct Solution: B The Deposit Insurance and Credit Guarantee Corporation (DICGC) is a crucial institution that provides insurance coverage to bank depositors, ensuring a level of financial security in case of bank failures. Statement 1 is correct because DICGC is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), established under the DICGC Act, 1961. It operates under the regulatory oversight of the RBI and insures deposits up to a specified limit. Statement 2 is incorrect as banks are required to pay the insurance premium to DICGC, but they cannot transfer this cost to customers. The premium is borne by the banks themselves and is not deducted from depositors’ accounts. Statement 3 is incorrect because DICGC does not cover interbank deposits or deposits of foreign governments. It provides coverage only to eligible deposits held by individuals, businesses, and certain institutions in insured banks. Statement 4 is correct since the government has the authority to increase the deposit insurance coverage limit by amending the DICGC Act. This was evident when the deposit insurance coverage was increased from ₹1 lakh to ₹5 lakh in 2020 through a legislative amendment. Incorrect Solution: B The Deposit Insurance and Credit Guarantee Corporation (DICGC) is a crucial institution that provides insurance coverage to bank depositors, ensuring a level of financial security in case of bank failures. Statement 1 is correct because DICGC is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), established under the DICGC Act, 1961. It operates under the regulatory oversight of the RBI and insures deposits up to a specified limit. Statement 2 is incorrect as banks are required to pay the insurance premium to DICGC, but they cannot transfer this cost to customers. The premium is borne by the banks themselves and is not deducted from depositors’ accounts. Statement 3 is incorrect because DICGC does not cover interbank deposits or deposits of foreign governments. It provides coverage only to eligible deposits held by individuals, businesses, and certain institutions in insured banks. Statement 4 is correct since the government has the authority to increase the deposit insurance coverage limit by amending the DICGC Act. This was evident when the deposit insurance coverage was increased from ₹1 lakh to ₹5 lakh in 2020 through a legislative amendment.

#### 5. Question

Consider the following statements regarding Deposit Insurance and Credit Guarantee Corporation (DICGC)’s role and regulations:

• DICGC is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI).

• The insurance premium paid by banks to DICGC is deducted from customers’ deposits.

• DICGC covers interbank deposits and deposits of foreign governments.

• The government can increase the deposit insurance coverage limit through a parliamentary amendment.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• a) Only one

• b) Only two

• c) Only three

• d) All four

Solution: B

• The Deposit Insurance and Credit Guarantee Corporation (DICGC) is a crucial institution that provides insurance coverage to bank depositors, ensuring a level of financial security in case of bank failures.

• Statement 1 is correct because DICGC is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), established under the DICGC Act, 1961. It operates under the regulatory oversight of the RBI and insures deposits up to a specified limit.

• Statement 2 is incorrect as banks are required to pay the insurance premium to DICGC, but they cannot transfer this cost to customers. The premium is borne by the banks themselves and is not deducted from depositors’ accounts.

• Statement 3 is incorrect because DICGC does not cover interbank deposits or deposits of foreign governments. It provides coverage only to eligible deposits held by individuals, businesses, and certain institutions in insured banks.

• Statement 4 is correct since the government has the authority to increase the deposit insurance coverage limit by amending the DICGC Act. This was evident when the deposit insurance coverage was increased from ₹1 lakh to ₹5 lakh in 2020 through a legislative amendment.

Solution: B

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