INSIGHTS CURRENT AFFAIRS (11 DECEMBER 2019)

REVISION THROUGH MCQS

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Insights Current Affairs (11 December 2019) Revision Through MCQs

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70 Deeksha tiwari 2019/12/13 11:40 PM 5 50 %

71 Mayuresh 2019/12/13 1:15 AM 5 50 %

72 Aa 2019/12/14 1:30 AM 5 50 %

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2. Review

1. Question 1 of 10
1. Question
1 points
Arrange the following in chronological order:

1.
1. Third Battle of Panipat
2. Battle of Plassey
3. Battle of Buxar
4. Battle of Talikota
Select the correct answer using the code below

1.
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 2.
3.
4.
Correct
Ans: (c)

Explanation:

The Battle of Talikota (1565) was a watershed battle fought between the
Vijayanagara Empire and an alliance of the Deccan sultanates who united in
order to defeat Aliya Rama Raya. The defeat of the Vijayanagara Empire at
Talikota, followed by the subsequent destruction and looting of their capital,
Vijayanagara, led to the slow decline and eventual collapse of the state under
the successors of Aliya Rama Raya.
The Battle of Plassey was a decisive victory of the British East India
Company over the Nawab of Bengal and his French allies on 1757, under the
leadership of Robert Clive which was possible due to the defection of Mir
Jafar Ali Khan. The battle helped the Company seize control of Bengal.
Third Battle of Panipat- fought between Maratha forces and invading
armies of Afghan general Ahmed Shah Abdali of Durrani Empire in 1761.
Abdali was supported by two Indian allies—the Rohillas Najib-ud-daulah,
Afghans of the Doab region and Shuja-ud-Daula-the Nawab of Awadh.
The Battle of Buxar was fought on 1764, between the forces under the
command of the British East India Company, led by Hector Munro, and the
combined armies of Mir Qasim, Nawab of Bengal till 1764; the Nawab of
Awadh Shuja-ud-Daula; and the Mughal Emperor Shah Alam II accompanied
by Raja Balwant Singh of Kashi. It was a decisive victory for the British East
India Company. The war was brought to an end by the Treaty of Allahabad in
1765.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2019/12/11/maharaja-surajmal-and-the-
third-battle-of-panipat/

Incorrect
Ans: (c)

Explanation:

The Battle of Talikota (1565) was a watershed battle fought between the
Vijayanagara Empire and an alliance of the Deccan sultanates who united in
order to defeat Aliya Rama Raya. The defeat of the Vijayanagara Empire at
Talikota, followed by the subsequent destruction and looting of their capital,
Vijayanagara, led to the slow decline and eventual collapse of the state under
the successors of Aliya Rama Raya.

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 The Battle of Plassey was a decisive victory of the British East India
Company over the Nawab of Bengal and his French allies on 1757, under the
leadership of Robert Clive which was possible due to the defection of Mir
Jafar Ali Khan. The battle helped the Company seize control of Bengal.
Third Battle of Panipat- fought between Maratha forces and invading
armies of Afghan general Ahmed Shah Abdali of Durrani Empire in 1761.
Abdali was supported by two Indian allies—the Rohillas Najib-ud-daulah,
Afghans of the Doab region and Shuja-ud-Daula-the Nawab of Awadh.
The Battle of Buxar was fought on 1764, between the forces under the
command of the British East India Company, led by Hector Munro, and the
combined armies of Mir Qasim, Nawab of Bengal till 1764; the Nawab of
Awadh Shuja-ud-Daula; and the Mughal Emperor Shah Alam II accompanied
by Raja Balwant Singh of Kashi. It was a decisive victory for the British East
India Company. The war was brought to an end by the Treaty of Allahabad in
1765.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2019/12/11/maharaja-surajmal-and-the-
third-battle-of-panipat/

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2. Question 2 of 10
2. Question
1 points
Recently Land boundary agreement has been in news for sometimes is primarily
related to

1.
2.
3.
4.
Correct
Ans: (a)

Explanation:

The prime ministers of India and Bangladesh signed the Land Boundary
Agreement in 1974 to exchange enclaves and simplify their international
border. A revised version of the agreement was adopted by the two countries
on 7 May 2015, when the Parliament of India passed the 100th Amendment
to the Indian Constitution.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2019/12/11/land-boundary-agreement-
lba/

Incorrect
Ans: (a)

Explanation:

The prime ministers of India and Bangladesh signed the Land Boundary
Agreement in 1974 to exchange enclaves and simplify their international
border. A revised version of the agreement was adopted by the two countries
on 7 May 2015, when the Parliament of India passed the 100th Amendment
to the Indian Constitution.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2019/12/11/land-boundary-agreement-
lba/

3. Question 3 of 10
3. Question
1 points
Consider the following statements

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 1.
1. National Policy on Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances is based
on the Directive Principles, contained in Article 42 of the Indian
Constitution
2. India is a signatory to the single Convention on Narcotic Drugs 1961
3. Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) is the nodal drug law enforcement and
intelligence agency of India
Which of the given above statements is/are correct?

1.
2.
3.
4.
Correct
Ans: (c)

Explanation:

The National Policy on Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances is

based on the Directive Principles, contained in Article 47 of the Indian
Constitution, which direct the State to endeavor to bring about prohibition of
the consumption, except for medicinal purposes, of intoxicating drugs
injurious to health.
The government’s policy on the subject which flows from this constitutional
provision is also guided by the international conventions on the subject.
India is a signatory to the single Convention on Narcotic Drugs 1961, as
amended by the 1972 Protocol, the Conventions on Psychotropic Substances,
1971 and the United Nations Convention against Illicit Traffic in Narcotic
Drugs and Psychotropic Substances, 1988.
The Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1985 which came
into effect from the 14th November, 1985 made an express provision for
constituting a Central Authority for the purpose of exercising the powers and
functions of the Central Government under the Act.
The Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) is the nodal drug law enforcement and
intelligence agency of India responsible for fighting drug trafficking and the
abuse of illegal substances
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2019/12/11/data-on-extent-and-pattern-
of-substance-use/

Incorrect
Ans: (c)

Explanation:

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 The National Policy on Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances is
based on the Directive Principles, contained in Article 47 of the Indian
Constitution, which direct the State to endeavor to bring about prohibition of
the consumption, except for medicinal purposes, of intoxicating drugs
injurious to health.
The government’s policy on the subject which flows from this constitutional
provision is also guided by the international conventions on the subject.
India is a signatory to the single Convention on Narcotic Drugs 1961, as
amended by the 1972 Protocol, the Conventions on Psychotropic Substances,
1971 and the United Nations Convention against Illicit Traffic in Narcotic
Drugs and Psychotropic Substances, 1988.
The Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1985 which came
into effect from the 14th November, 1985 made an express provision for
constituting a Central Authority for the purpose of exercising the powers and
functions of the Central Government under the Act.
The Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) is the nodal drug law enforcement and
intelligence agency of India responsible for fighting drug trafficking and the
abuse of illegal substances
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2019/12/11/data-on-extent-and-pattern-
of-substance-use/

4. Question 4 of 10
4. Question
1 points
Consider the following statements wrt Rashtriya Vayoshri Yojana:

1.
1. It is a Central Sector Scheme
2. Under the scheme, Expenditure for implementation of the scheme will
be met from the Senior Citizens Welfare Fund
3. As far as possible, 50% of the beneficiaries in each district shall be
women
Which of the given above statements is/are correct?

1.
2.
3.
4.
Correct
Ans: (a)

Explanation: Rashtriya Vayoshri Yojana:

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 Coverage: Senior Citizens, belonging to BPL category and suffering from any
of the age-related disability/infirmity Low vision, Hearing impairment, Loss of
teeth and locomotor disability.
Funding: This is a Central Sector Scheme, fully funded by the Central
Government. The expenditure for implementation of the scheme will be met
from the “Senior Citizens’ Welfare Fund “.
Other key facts:
In case of multiple disabilities/infirmities manifested in the same
person, the assistive devices will be given in respect of each
disability/impairment.
Beneficiaries in each district will be identified by the State
Governments/UT Administrations through a Committee chaired by the
Deputy Commissioner/District Collector.
As far as possible, 30% of the beneficiaries in each district shall be
women.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2019/12/11/pib-facts-rashtriya-vayoshri-
yojana/

Incorrect
Ans: (a)

Explanation: Rashtriya Vayoshri Yojana:

Coverage: Senior Citizens, belonging to BPL category and suffering from any
of the age-related disability/infirmity Low vision, Hearing impairment, Loss of
teeth and locomotor disability.
Funding: This is a Central Sector Scheme, fully funded by the Central
Government. The expenditure for implementation of the scheme will be met
from the “Senior Citizens’ Welfare Fund “.
Other key facts:
In case of multiple disabilities/infirmities manifested in the same
person, the assistive devices will be given in respect of each
disability/impairment.
Beneficiaries in each district will be identified by the State
Governments/UT Administrations through a Committee chaired by the
Deputy Commissioner/District Collector.
As far as possible, 30% of the beneficiaries in each district shall be
women.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2019/12/11/pib-facts-rashtriya-vayoshri-
yojana/

5. Question 5 of 10
5. Question
1 points

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 1. Consider the following statements with respect to Skills Build Platform:
1. Directorate General of Recruiting (DGR), under the aegis of Ministry of Skill
Development & Entrepreneurship (MSDE) launched of SkillsBuild platform
in collaboration with IBM
2. The digital platform will provide a personal assessment of the cognitive
capabilities and personality via MyInnerGenius to the students
Which of the given above statements is/are correct?

1.
2.
3.
4.
Correct
Ans: (b)

Explanation:

Directorate General of Training (DGT), under the aegis of Ministry of Skill

Development & Entrepreneurship (MSDE), today announced the launch of
SkillsBuild platform in collaboration with IBM. As part of the programme, a
two-year advanced diploma in IT, networking and cloud computing, co-
created and designed by IBM, will be offered at the Industrial Training
Institutes (ITIs) & National Skill Training Institutes (NSTIs).
The digital platform will provide a personal assessment of the cognitive
capabilities and personality via MyInnerGenius to the students. They will then
learn foundational knowledge about digital technologies, as well as
professional skills such as resume-writing, problem solving and
communication. Students will also receive recommendations on role-based
education for specific jobs that include technical and professional learning.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2019/12/11/skills-build-platform-2/

Incorrect
Ans: (b)

Explanation:

Directorate General of Training (DGT), under the aegis of Ministry of Skill

Development & Entrepreneurship (MSDE), today announced the launch of
SkillsBuild platform in collaboration with IBM. As part of the programme, a
two-year advanced diploma in IT, networking and cloud computing, co-
created and designed by IBM, will be offered at the Industrial Training
Institutes (ITIs) & National Skill Training Institutes (NSTIs).

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 The digital platform will provide a personal assessment of the cognitive
capabilities and personality via MyInnerGenius to the students. They will then
learn foundational knowledge about digital technologies, as well as
professional skills such as resume-writing, problem solving and
communication. Students will also receive recommendations on role-based
education for specific jobs that include technical and professional learning.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2019/12/11/skills-build-platform-2/

6. Question 6 of 10
6. Question
1 points
Consider the following statements

1.
1. Article 334 has laid down provisions for reserving the seats for SCs and
STs and nomination of Anglo-Indians to Lok Sabha and state
Assemblies
2. President of India is authorised to nominate two members of the Anglo
Indian community to Rajya Sabha
Which of the given above statements is/are correct?

1.
2.
3.
4.
Correct
Ans: (a)

Explanation:

Article 334 has laid down provisions for reserving the seats for SCs and STs
and nomination of Anglo-Indians to Lok Sabha and state Assemblies, which
shall cease to be in effect on the 25 January 2020, if not extended further.
Under article 331; the President of India is authorised to nominate 2
members of the Anglo Indian community if know member of this
community is elected among the 543 members for the Lok Sabha.
In the same way the governor of the state is authorised to nominate 1 Anglo
Indian in the lower house of the State Legislature (in case of under
representation).
According to the 10th schedule of the Constitution, any Anglo-Indian
member can take the membership of any party within 6 months of the
nomination. After the membership; they are bound to the party whip and
they have to work in the house according to the party’s agenda.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2019/12/12/anglo-indians-in-lok-sabha-
and-assemblies/

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 Incorrect
Ans: (a)

Explanation:

Article 334 has laid down provisions for reserving the seats for SCs and STs
and nomination of Anglo-Indians to Lok Sabha and state Assemblies, which
shall cease to be in effect on the 25 January 2020, if not extended further.
Under article 331; the President of India is authorised to nominate 2
members of the Anglo Indian community if know member of this
community is elected among the 543 members for the Lok Sabha.
In the same way the governor of the state is authorised to nominate 1 Anglo
Indian in the lower house of the State Legislature (in case of under
representation).
According to the 10th schedule of the Constitution, any Anglo-Indian
member can take the membership of any party within 6 months of the
nomination. After the membership; they are bound to the party whip and
they have to work in the house according to the party’s agenda.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2019/12/12/anglo-indians-in-lok-sabha-
and-assemblies/

7. Question 7 of 10
7. Question
1 points
Consider the following statements with respect to sixth schedule of Indian
constitution

1.
1. Sixth Schedule of the Constitution of India allows for the formation of
Autonomous District Councils
2. The President is empowered to organise and re-organise the
autonomous districts
3. Under Article 244, it deals with the administration of the tribal areas in
the four northeastern states of Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura and
Mizoram
Which of the given above statements is/are correct?

1.
2.
3.
4.
Correct
Ans: (a)

Explanation:

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 The Sixth Schedule of the Constitution of India allows for the formation of
Autonomous District Councils to administer areas which have been given
autonomy within their respective states
Under Article 244, it deals with the administration of the tribal areas in the
four northeastern states of Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura and Mizoram.
Passed by the Constituent Assembly in 1949, it seeks to safeguard the rights
of tribal population through the formation of Autonomous District Councils
(ADC).
The governor is empowered to organise and re-organise the autonomous
districts.
If there are different tribes in an autonomous district, the governor can divide
the district into several autonomous regions.
Composition: Each autonomous district has a district council consisting of 30
members, of whom four are nominated by the governor and the remaining
26 are elected on the basis of adult franchise.
Term: The elected members hold office for a term of five years (unless the
council is dissolved earlier) and nominated members hold office during the
pleasure of the governor.
Each autonomous region also has a separate regional council.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2019/12/12/6th-schedule-of-the-
constitution-2/

Incorrect
Ans: (a)

Explanation:

The Sixth Schedule of the Constitution of India allows for the formation of
Autonomous District Councils to administer areas which have been given
autonomy within their respective states
Under Article 244, it deals with the administration of the tribal areas in the
four northeastern states of Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura and Mizoram.
Passed by the Constituent Assembly in 1949, it seeks to safeguard the rights
of tribal population through the formation of Autonomous District Councils
(ADC).
The governor is empowered to organise and re-organise the autonomous
districts.
If there are different tribes in an autonomous district, the governor can divide
the district into several autonomous regions.
Composition: Each autonomous district has a district council consisting of 30
members, of whom four are nominated by the governor and the remaining
26 are elected on the basis of adult franchise.
Term: The elected members hold office for a term of five years (unless the
council is dissolved earlier) and nominated members hold office during the
pleasure of the governor.
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 Each autonomous region also has a separate regional council.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2019/12/12/6th-schedule-of-the-
constitution-2/

8. Question 8 of 10
8. Question
1 points
Constitution (125th Amendment) Bill, 2019 is primarily related to

1.
2.
3.
4.
Correct
Ans: (d)

Explanation:

125th amendment bill: It seeks to increase the financial and executive

powers of the 10 Autonomous Councils in the Sixth Schedule areas of the
northeastern region.
The Lok Sabha yesterday passed the Constitution (126th Amendment) Bill,
2019 with bipartisan support. All 355 members in the House voted in favour
of the Bill when it was put to division. The amendment seeks to extend
reservation of seats in Lok Sabha and State Assemblies for SCs and STs by
another ten years.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2019/12/12/6th-schedule-of-the-
constitution-2/

Incorrect
Ans: (d)

Explanation:

125th amendment bill: It seeks to increase the financial and executive

powers of the 10 Autonomous Councils in the Sixth Schedule areas of the
northeastern region.
The Lok Sabha yesterday passed the Constitution (126th Amendment) Bill,
2019 with bipartisan support. All 355 members in the House voted in favour
of the Bill when it was put to division. The amendment seeks to extend
reservation of seats in Lok Sabha and State Assemblies for SCs and STs by
another ten years.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2019/12/12/6th-schedule-of-the-
constitution-2/

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9. Question 9 of 10
9. Question
1 points
Recently Human Development Index-2019 has been released by

1.
2.
3.
4.
Correct
Ans: (a)

Explanation:

UNDP has released the annual HDI 2019 report.

The focus of the 2019 Report is on ‘Inequality in Human Development’.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2019/12/12/human-development-index/

Incorrect
Ans: (a)

Explanation:

UNDP has released the annual HDI 2019 report.

The focus of the 2019 Report is on ‘Inequality in Human Development’.
Refer: https://www.insightsonindia.com/2019/12/12/human-development-index/

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10. Question 10 of 10
10. Question
1 points
Green good deeds campaign has been launched by

1.
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Correct
Ans: (d)

Explanation:

The campaign has been launched by the Environment Ministry.

Aim: To sensitise the people and students, in particular, about climate change
and global warming. The objective of the campaign is to restore and return
the clean and green environment to the next generation.
Incorrect
Ans: (d)

Explanation:

The campaign has been launched by the Environment Ministry.

Aim: To sensitise the people and students, in particular, about climate
change and global warming. The objective of the campaign is to restore
and return the clean and green environment to the next generation.

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