Current Affairs Quiz 26th March 2025
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Current Affairs Quiz 26th March 2025 For UPSC Exam
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1. Question
With reference to the SAHYOG portal, consider the following statements:
1. The SAHYOG portal is being developed by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) to regulate online content.
2. It aims to automate the process of sending notices to intermediaries for the removal of unlawful content.
3. The portal is part of India’s broader efforts to ensure compliance with IT Rules, 2021.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?CorrectAnswer: (b) 2 and 3 only
Explanation:
• Statement 1 is incorrect: The SAHYOG portal is being developed by the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), not MeitY.
• Statement 2 is correct: The portal aims to automate the notice-sending process for intermediaries (such as social media platforms) to take down unlawful content.
• Statement 3 is correct: It aligns with India’s broader regulatory framework, including the IT Rules, 2021, which mandate compliance for online platforms regarding content moderation and takedowns.IncorrectAnswer: (b) 2 and 3 only
Explanation:
• Statement 1 is incorrect: The SAHYOG portal is being developed by the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), not MeitY.
• Statement 2 is correct: The portal aims to automate the notice-sending process for intermediaries (such as social media platforms) to take down unlawful content.
• Statement 3 is correct: It aligns with India’s broader regulatory framework, including the IT Rules, 2021, which mandate compliance for online platforms regarding content moderation and takedowns. - Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following statements regarding the in-house inquiry mechanism for judges in India:
1. It was established through a 1999 resolution and made public in 2014 to regulate judicial misconduct.
2. If serious misconduct is found, the judge is directly removed from office by the Supreme Court.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?CorrectAnswer: (a) 1 only
Explanation:
• The in-house inquiry mechanism was introduced through a 1999 resolution and was made public in 2014 to ensure self-regulation of the judiciary without external interference.
• The inquiry committee consists of senior judges who review allegations confidentially. If serious misconduct is found, the judge is requested to resign voluntarily; however, the Supreme Court does not have the power to remove a judge directly.
• The removal of judges can only occur through the impeachment process under Articles 124 and 217 of the Constitution, which requires parliamentary approvalIncorrectAnswer: (a) 1 only
Explanation:
• The in-house inquiry mechanism was introduced through a 1999 resolution and was made public in 2014 to ensure self-regulation of the judiciary without external interference.
• The inquiry committee consists of senior judges who review allegations confidentially. If serious misconduct is found, the judge is requested to resign voluntarily; however, the Supreme Court does not have the power to remove a judge directly.
• The removal of judges can only occur through the impeachment process under Articles 124 and 217 of the Constitution, which requires parliamentary approval - Question 3 of 5
3. Question
The Supreme Court is currently considering whether constitutional courts can direct Speakers to decide on disqualification petitions within a specific timeframe. In this context, which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. The Tenth Schedule of the Indian Constitution explicitly mandates a fixed timeline for the Speaker to decide on disqualification petitions.
2. In Kihoto Hollohan v. Zachillhu (1992), the Supreme Court upheld the validity of the Tenth Schedule but allowed for judicial review of the Speaker’s decisions.
3. A rigid timeline for deciding disqualification petitions has been consistently enforced by the Supreme Court in past cases.
Select the correct answer using the codes below:CorrectAnswer: (b) 2 only
Explanation:
• Statement 1 is incorrect: The Tenth Schedule (introduced by the 52nd Amendment, 1985) does not prescribe any fixed timeline for the Speaker to decide on disqualification petitions.
• Statement 2 is correct: In Kihoto Hollohan v. Zachillhu (1992), the SC upheld the validity of the Tenth Schedule but ruled that the Speaker’s decision is subject to judicial review on limited grounds.
• Statement 3 is incorrect: While courts have urged timely action (e.g., Manipur Case 2020, Maharashtra political crisis), they have not imposed a rigid, enforceable timeline for all cases.IncorrectAnswer: (b) 2 only
Explanation:
• Statement 1 is incorrect: The Tenth Schedule (introduced by the 52nd Amendment, 1985) does not prescribe any fixed timeline for the Speaker to decide on disqualification petitions.
• Statement 2 is correct: In Kihoto Hollohan v. Zachillhu (1992), the SC upheld the validity of the Tenth Schedule but ruled that the Speaker’s decision is subject to judicial review on limited grounds.
• Statement 3 is incorrect: While courts have urged timely action (e.g., Manipur Case 2020, Maharashtra political crisis), they have not imposed a rigid, enforceable timeline for all cases. - Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Which of the following best describes the rationale behind SEBI’s recent decision to raise the FPI disclosure threshold from ₹25,000 crore to ₹50,000 crore?
CorrectAnswer: (b) To strike a balance between reducing compliance burdens and maintaining market transparency.
Explanation:
• SEBI’s decision does not remove oversight but eases the compliance burden for FPIs while ensuring large investors remain under scrutiny.
• The move is not aimed at restricting foreign investments but at making India’s markets more attractive.
• While the change improves India’s competitive positioning among emerging markets, it is not explicitly modeled on developed economies like the U.S. or U.K.IncorrectAnswer: (b) To strike a balance between reducing compliance burdens and maintaining market transparency.
Explanation:
• SEBI’s decision does not remove oversight but eases the compliance burden for FPIs while ensuring large investors remain under scrutiny.
• The move is not aimed at restricting foreign investments but at making India’s markets more attractive.
• While the change improves India’s competitive positioning among emerging markets, it is not explicitly modeled on developed economies like the U.S. or U.K. - Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Consider the following statements regarding India’s social protection coverage as per the ILO’s World Social Protection Report (2024-26):
1. India’s social protection coverage has increased from 24.4% in 2021 to 48.8% in 2024.
2. The report accounts for both cash and in-kind benefits such as food security and housing.
3. The expansion of ESIC to more districts is a step towards universal health and employment security.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?CorrectAnswer: (b) 1 and 3 only
Explanation:
• Statement 1 is correct: India’s social protection coverage has indeed doubled from 24.4% (2021) to 48.8% (2024), as per the ILO report.
• Statement 2 is incorrect: The ILO report does not fully account for in-kind benefits like food security and housing. It mainly considers cash benefits.
• Statement 3 is correct: The expansion of ESIC to more districts reflects India’s move towards universalizing social security, improving health and employment protections.IncorrectAnswer: (b) 1 and 3 only
Explanation:
• Statement 1 is correct: India’s social protection coverage has indeed doubled from 24.4% (2021) to 48.8% (2024), as per the ILO report.
• Statement 2 is incorrect: The ILO report does not fully account for in-kind benefits like food security and housing. It mainly considers cash benefits.
• Statement 3 is correct: The expansion of ESIC to more districts reflects India’s move towards universalizing social security, improving health and employment protections.
