Current Affairs Quiz 21 February 2025
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Current Affairs Quiz 21 February 2025 For UPSC Exam
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1. Question
Consider the following statements regarding the recent Supreme Court stay on the Lokpal order asserting jurisdiction over High Court judges:
1. The Lokpal’s order was based on the interpretation that High Court judges fall under the definition of “public servants” as per the Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act, 2013.
2. The Supreme Court upheld the Lokpal’s jurisdiction over High Court judges but advised caution to prevent undermining judicial independence.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?CorrectAnswer: (a) 1 only
Explanation:
• Statement 1: Correct. The Lokpal claimed jurisdiction under Section 14(1)(f) of the Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act, 2013, by considering High Court judges as “public servants.”
• Statement 2: Incorrect. The Supreme Court did not uphold the Lokpal’s jurisdiction; rather, it stayed the order, expressing concerns that the Lokpal’s interpretation could undermine judicial independence.IncorrectAnswer: (a) 1 only
Explanation:
• Statement 1: Correct. The Lokpal claimed jurisdiction under Section 14(1)(f) of the Lokpal and Lokayuktas Act, 2013, by considering High Court judges as “public servants.”
• Statement 2: Incorrect. The Supreme Court did not uphold the Lokpal’s jurisdiction; rather, it stayed the order, expressing concerns that the Lokpal’s interpretation could undermine judicial independence. - Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following statements regarding the recent advisory issued by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (I&B) to OTT platforms:
1. The advisory mandates OTT platforms to implement age-based classification and age-gating mechanisms under the IT Rules, 2021.
2. The scope of the advisory includes user-generated content platforms like YouTube.
3. OTT platforms must establish a three-tier grievance redress mechanism as per the IT (Intermediary Liability and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?CorrectAnswer: (b) 1 and 3 only
Explanation:
• Statement 1: Correct. The I&B Ministry directed OTT platforms to implement age-based classification and mandatory age-gating under the IT Rules, 2021.
• Statement 2: Incorrect. The advisory specifically targets online curated content platforms (e.g., Netflix, Amazon Prime) and excludes user-generated content platforms like YouTube.
• Statement 3: Correct. OTT platforms are required to have a three-tier grievance redress mechanism involving the platform, a self-regulatory body, and an inter-departmental government committeeIncorrectAnswer: (b) 1 and 3 only
Explanation:
• Statement 1: Correct. The I&B Ministry directed OTT platforms to implement age-based classification and mandatory age-gating under the IT Rules, 2021.
• Statement 2: Incorrect. The advisory specifically targets online curated content platforms (e.g., Netflix, Amazon Prime) and excludes user-generated content platforms like YouTube.
• Statement 3: Correct. OTT platforms are required to have a three-tier grievance redress mechanism involving the platform, a self-regulatory body, and an inter-departmental government committee - Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Consider the following statements regarding the indirect consequences of cancer on children in India:
1. Childhood cancers (0-14 years) account for more than 10% of all cancer cases in India.
2. Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY covers both direct medical expenses and indirect costs like travel and income loss.
3. Indirect costs of cancer include non-medical expenses, loss of income, and emotional strain on families.
4. States like Himachal Pradesh and Haryana offer free bus travel for cancer patients as part of support initiatives.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?CorrectAnswer: (b) 3 and 4 only
Explanation:
• Statement 1: Incorrect. Childhood cancers account for approximately 4% (not more than 10%) of all cancer cases in India.
• Statement 2: Incorrect. While Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY reduces direct medical costs, it does not fully address indirect costs like travel and income loss.
• Statement 3: Correct. Indirect costs include non-medical expenses (travel, accommodation), loss of income, and emotional strain.
• Statement 4: Correct. States such as Himachal Pradesh and Haryana provide free bus travel to support cancer patients.IncorrectAnswer: (b) 3 and 4 only
Explanation:
• Statement 1: Incorrect. Childhood cancers account for approximately 4% (not more than 10%) of all cancer cases in India.
• Statement 2: Incorrect. While Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY reduces direct medical costs, it does not fully address indirect costs like travel and income loss.
• Statement 3: Correct. Indirect costs include non-medical expenses (travel, accommodation), loss of income, and emotional strain.
• Statement 4: Correct. States such as Himachal Pradesh and Haryana provide free bus travel to support cancer patients. - Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements regarding the AI-powered tools developed for antimicrobial resistance (AMR) surveillance in India:
1. AMRSense utilizes routine hospital data to provide real-time insights into AMR trends at global, national, and hospital levels.
2. The AMROrbit Scorecard visualizes resistance trends and helps hospitals compare their AMR rates with global medians.
3. The AI models fully integrate environmental factors like antibiotic use in poultry and soil contamination.
4. The initiative is a collaborative effort involving IIIT-Delhi, CHRI-PATH, Tata 1mg, and ICMR.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?CorrectAnswer: (b) 1, 2, and 4 only
Explanation:
• Statement 1: Correct. AMRSense uses routine hospital data (blood, sputum, urine cultures) to offer real-time insights into AMR trends at various levels.
• Statement 2: Correct. The AMROrbit Scorecard helps visualize hospital/department resistance trends against global medians, aiding timely interventions.
• Statement 3: Incorrect. While environmental factors are important, the current AI models do not fully integrate data like antibiotic use in poultry and soil contamination yet.
• Statement 4: Correct. The initiative is a collaborative project involving IIIT-Delhi, CHRI-PATH, Tata 1mg, and ICMR.IncorrectAnswer: (b) 1, 2, and 4 only
Explanation:
• Statement 1: Correct. AMRSense uses routine hospital data (blood, sputum, urine cultures) to offer real-time insights into AMR trends at various levels.
• Statement 2: Correct. The AMROrbit Scorecard helps visualize hospital/department resistance trends against global medians, aiding timely interventions.
• Statement 3: Incorrect. While environmental factors are important, the current AI models do not fully integrate data like antibiotic use in poultry and soil contamination yet.
• Statement 4: Correct. The initiative is a collaborative project involving IIIT-Delhi, CHRI-PATH, Tata 1mg, and ICMR. - Question 5 of 5
5. Question
With reference to the concept of the “Right to Take Offence” in India, consider the following statements:
1. The Indian Constitution explicitly guarantees a “right to take offence” under Article 19.
2. Restrictions on free speech under Article 19(2) can be imposed through legislation but not through executive actions.
3. Filing multiple FIRs for the same speech incident promotes accountability and ensures justice.
4. Constitutional morality aims to protect principles like equality and justice, preventing the tyranny of the majority.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?CorrectAnswer: (a) 2 and 4 only
Explanation:
• Statement 1: Incorrect. The Constitution does not explicitly recognize a “right to take offence.”
• Statement 2: Correct. Restrictions on free speech under Article 19(2) must be imposed through legislation, not executive actions.
• Statement 3: Incorrect. Filing multiple FIRs for the same speech incident is considered harassment and undermines fair trial rights.
• Statement 4: Correct. Constitutional morality ensures principles of equality and justice, preventing majority sentiments from overriding individual rights.IncorrectAnswer: (a) 2 and 4 only
Explanation:
• Statement 1: Incorrect. The Constitution does not explicitly recognize a “right to take offence.”
• Statement 2: Correct. Restrictions on free speech under Article 19(2) must be imposed through legislation, not executive actions.
• Statement 3: Incorrect. Filing multiple FIRs for the same speech incident is considered harassment and undermines fair trial rights.
• Statement 4: Correct. Constitutional morality ensures principles of equality and justice, preventing majority sentiments from overriding individual rights.
