57 MCQ on daily current affairs for social work students (18th and 19th December 2023)
57 MCQ on daily current affairs for social work students (18th and 19th December 2023)
India's Mail Gets a 21st-Century Makeover: Post Office Bill Replaces Age-Old Act
1. What is the main objective of the Post Office Bill, 2023?
a. To privatize post offices in India b. To modernize and update the legal framework for post offices c. To reduce the number of post offices in rural areas d. To increase charges for post office services
Answer: b. To modernize and update the legal framework for post offices
2. Under the enhanced powers for national security, what authority is granted to post office employees?
a. Authority to charge higher fees for services b. Authority to open, detain, or intercept items during transmission c. Authority to refuse services to certain individuals d. Authority to privatize post offices
Answer: b. Authority to open, detain, or intercept items during transmission
3. In which situations can the Central Government empower officers to intercept items in transit by the post office?
a. Any situation involving duty evasion b. Any situation involving public order c. Any situation involving political disagreements d. Any situation involving routine postal services
Answer: b. Any situation involving public order
4. What immunity is provided to post office employees under the Post Office Bill, 2023?
a. Immunity from any legal action b. Immunity from national security concerns c. Immunity from liability unless acting fraudulently or causing loss, delay, or misdelivery d. Immunity from delivering certain items
Answer: c. Immunity from liability unless acting fraudulently or causing loss, delay, or misdelivery
5. How does the Post Office Bill, 2023, address duty evasion and prohibited items?
a. Post office officers are authorized to dispose of such items b. Post office officers can deliver them to customs or relevant authorities c. Post office officers are required to keep them in storage d. Post office officers are instructed to return them to the sender
Answer: b. Post office officers can deliver them to customs or relevant authorities
6. Under what circumstances are the post office and its officers exempt from liability for any loss, misdelivery, delay, or damage?
a. In all circumstances b. Only in cases of duty evasion c. Except in cases of fraudulent or willful misconduct d. Only in cases of public safety concerns
Answer: c. Except in cases of fraudulent or willful misconduct
7. What is the rationale for the Post Office Bill, 2023, according to the information provided?
a. To reduce the number of post offices in rural areas b. To address concerns related to national security and public safety c. To increase charges for post office services d. To privatize post offices in India
Answer: b. To address concerns related to national security and public safety
Jammu & Kashmir Implements Anand Marriage Act, Granting Sikh Matrimony Official Status
1. What does the Anand Marriage Act provide statutory recognition to?
a. Hindu marriage rituals b. Muslim marriage rituals c. Sikh marriage rituals d. Christian marriage rituals
Answer: c. Sikh marriage rituals
2. In which Indian region has the Anand Marriage Act been recently implemented, fulfilling a long-standing demand of the Sikh community?
a. Punjab b. Haryana c. Jammu and Kashmir d. Delhi
Answer: c. Jammu and Kashmir
3. What is the role of tehsildars in the registration of Anand marriages under the Jammu and Kashmir Anand Marriage Registration Rules, 2023?
a. Conducting the marriage ceremony b. Issuing marriage certificates c. Serving as registrars for such marriages d. Providing legal advice to couples
Answer: c. Serving as registrars for such marriages
4. Within what timeframe are Sikh couples allowed to apply for registration under the Anand Marriage Act after solemnizing their marriage?
a. 1 month b. 2 months c. 3 months d. 6 months
Answer: c. 3 months
5. What consequence may Sikh couples face if they complete the formalities for registration after the specified deadline under the Anand Marriage Act?
a. No consequences b. Early registration fee discount c. Late fee d. Exemption from registration
Answer: c. Late fee
6. When was the Anand Marriage Act first enacted by the British Imperial Legislative Council?
a. 1900 b. 1909 c. 1920 d. 1950
Answer: b. 1909
7. What was the primary objective of the Anand Marriage Act when it was enacted in 1909?
a. To promote interfaith marriages b. To acknowledge and respect the customs and practices of the Sikh community c. To standardize marriage rituals across religions d. To restrict traditional wedding ceremonies
Answer: b. To acknowledge and respect the customs and practices of the Sikh community
8. What significant step did the Parliament take in 2012 regarding the Anand Marriage Act?
a. Repealing the Act b. Introducing a new marriage act c. Extending legal recognition to Sikh traditional marriages through an amendment d. Transferring registration responsibilities to the central government
Answer: c. Extending legal recognition to Sikh traditional marriages through an amendment
9. Who approved the amendments to the Anand Marriage Act, and what responsibility was left to individual states and Union territories?
a. State governments; Conducting marriage ceremonies b. Central government; Framing rules for the registration of Anand marriages c. Union territories; Enforcing the Act d. Parliament; Implementing the Act nationwide
Answer: b. Central government; Framing rules for the registration of Anand marriages
10. What is the recent implementation in Jammu and Kashmir considered in the context of the Anand Marriage Act?
a. Privatization of marriage registration services b. Restriction of Sikh marriage rituals c. A crucial step towards providing legal recognition to Sikh marriage rituals d. Removal of the Anand Marriage Act in the region
Answer: c. A crucial step towards providing legal recognition to Sikh marriage rituals
India’s Uma Sekhar Elected to Governing Council of UNIDROIT
1. What is the significance of Ms. Uma Sekhar's victory in the elections for the Governing Council of UNIDROIT?
a. It elevates India to a prominent position on the Governing Council. b. It marks the end of UNIDROIT's operations. c. It establishes Ms. Sekhar as the head of UNIDROIT. d. It signifies the withdrawal of India from UNIDROIT.
Answer: a. It elevates India to a prominent position on the Governing Council.
2. How many votes did Ms. Uma Sekhar secure in the initial round of elections for the Governing Council of UNIDROIT?
a. 32 b. 45 c. 59 d. 21
Answer: b. 45
3. What minimum number of votes was required to secure a position on the Governing Council, according to the information provided?
a. 10 b. 21 c. 32 d. 50
Answer: b. 21
4. What is the core mission of UNIDROIT, as mentioned in the passage?
a. Conducting international elections b. Studying the needs and methods for modernizing, harmonizing, and coordinating private and commercial law c. Promoting individual achievements d. Establishing diplomatic relationships
Answer: b. Studying the needs and methods for modernizing, harmonizing, and coordinating private and commercial law
5. How many positions does the Governing Council of UNIDROIT comprise?
a. 10 b. 25 c. 32 d. 50
Answer: b. 25
6. What role does the Governing Council play in the context of UNIDROIT?
a. Conducting international elections b. Shaping international legal frameworks c. Overseeing private and commercial law disputes d. Promoting individual achievements
Answer: b. Shaping international legal frameworks
7. Which nations were mentioned as contestants in the elections for the Governing Council, along with India?
a. Brazil, Germany, Japan b. USA, China, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, France c. Russia, Australia, Canada d. UK, South Africa, Mexico
Answer: b. USA, China, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, France
8. What is the core mission of UNIDROIT as an intergovernmental organization?
a. Conducting international elections b. Studying the needs and methods for modernizing, harmonizing, and coordinating public law c. Promoting individual achievements d. Studying the needs and methods for modernizing, harmonizing, and coordinating private and commercial law
Answer: d. Studying the needs and methods for modernizing, harmonizing, and coordinating private and commercial law
9. What does India's election to the Governing Council signify, according to the passage?
a. India's withdrawal from international legal forums b. India's commitment to diplomatic conflict resolution c. India's commitment to contributing to the development and unification of international legal standards d. India's commitment to conducting international elections
Answer: c. India's commitment to contributing to the development and unification of international legal standards
10. What does Ms. Sekhar's election to the Governing Council emphasize about India?
a. India's withdrawal from international legal forums b. India's lack of diplomatic prowess c. India's legal expertise and diplomatic prowess on the international stage d. India's commitment to conducting international elections
Answer: c. India's legal expertise and diplomatic prowess on the international stage
Varanasi Unveils the Colossus of Calm: World's Largest Meditation Center Opens
1. What is the capacity of the Swarved Mahamandir for accommodating devotees during meditation?
a. 10,000 b. 15,000 c. 20,000 d. 25,000
Answer: c. 20,000
2. How many floors does the Swarved Mahamandir have, and what material adorns its walls?
a. Five floors, adorned with marble carvings b. Seven floors, adorned with pink sandstone c. Ten floors, adorned with gold leafing d. Twelve floors, adorned with wooden panels
Answer: b. Seven floors, adorned with pink sandstone
3. What did Prime Minister Modi emphasize about the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) technology during the inauguration?
a. AI technology for meditation practices b. AI technology for translating his speech c. AI technology for architectural design d. AI technology for cultural events
Answer: b. AI technology for translating his speech
4. What spiritual text is intricately carved upon the walls of the Swarved Mahamandir?
a. Rigveda b. Upanishads c. Swarveda d. Bhagavad Gita
Answer: c. Swarveda
5. What is the special emphasis of the temple on Brahm Vidya?
a. Physical fitness b. Intellectual pursuits c. Spiritual enlightenment d. Artistic expression
Answer: c. Spiritual enlightenment
6. Which ministry takes the lead in organizing the event of Swarved Mahamandir's inauguration?
a. Ministry of Culture b. Ministry of Education c. Ministry of Health d. Ministry of Finance
Answer: b. Ministry of Education
7. What is the significance of the Kashi Tamil Sangamam event associated with the Swarved Mahamandir?
a. Literary discussions in Tamil b. Traditional dance performances c. Music concerts d. All of the above
Answer: d. All of the above
8. Why is the temple named Swarved Mahamandir?
a. After a famous saint b. After a sacred river c. After a spiritual text, Swarveda d. After the city it is located in
Answer: c. After a spiritual text, Swarveda
9. What is the core mission of Swarved Mahamandir, as mentioned in the passage?
a. Promoting technology advancements b. Advocating cultural exchange c. Bridging spirituality, culture, and technology d. Conducting educational seminars
Answer: c. Bridging spirituality, culture, and technology
10. What material enhances the grandeur of the walls of the Swarved Mahamandir?
a. Gold leafing b. Marble carvings c. Pink sandstone d. Wooden panels
Answer: c. Pink sandstone
Green Light for Growth: PM Modi Launches Eastern Freight Corridor
1. What is the length of the inaugurated segment of the Eastern Dedicated Freight Corridor (DFC)?
a. 200 km b. 302 km c. 402 km d. 502 km
Answer: c. 402 km
2. Which rail route does the dedicated section of the Eastern DFC cover?
a. Delhi-Mumbai b. Delhi-Howrah c. Delhi-Chennai d. Delhi-Bengaluru
Answer: b. Delhi-Howrah
3. Which districts in Uttar Pradesh are covered by the inaugurated segment of the Eastern DFC?
a. Lucknow, Varanasi, Agra b. Chandauli, Mirzapur, Prayagraj, Kaushambi, Fatehpur, Kanpur Nagar, Kanpur Dehat c. Ghaziabad, Meerut, Moradabad d. Aligarh, Bareilly, Gorakhpur
Answer: b. Chandauli, Mirzapur, Prayagraj, Kaushambi, Fatehpur, Kanpur Nagar, Kanpur Dehat
4. What is the strategic importance of the Eastern DFC in terms of coal connectivity?
a. Connecting oil fields in Rajasthan and Gujarat b. Linking coal fields of Jharkhand and West Bengal to power plants in Northern India c. Facilitating the transportation of iron ore from Karnataka to Maharashtra d. Connecting agricultural regions for food transportation
Answer: b. Linking coal fields of Jharkhand and West Bengal to power plants in Northern India
5. What speeds can freight trains attain on this corridor, contributing to operational efficiency?
a. Up to 50 km/h b. Up to 75 km/h c. Up to 100 km/h d. Up to 120 km/h
Answer: c. Up to 100 km/h
6. How has the commissioning of the Eastern DFC segment impacted the Delhi-Howrah main line?
a. Increased pressure on the main line b. No impact on the main line c. Alleviated pressure on the main line d. Reduced passenger train services on the main line
Answer: c. Alleviated pressure on the main line
7. What is the cost of executing the project for the inaugurated segment of the Eastern DFC?
a. Rs 5,678 crores b. Rs 8,245 crores c. Rs 10,903 crores d. Rs 12,456 crores
Answer: c. Rs 10,903 crores
8. How many stations are included in the project, comprising both junction and crossing stations?
a. 6 stations b. 9 stations c. 12 stations d. 15 stations
Answer: c. 12 stations
9. What is the future development prospect near New Kanpur Junction associated with the Eastern DFC?
a. Residential complex b. Shopping mall c. Multimodal logistics park d. Educational institution
Answer: c. Multimodal logistics park
10. What is the main objective of the Eastern DFC, as highlighted in the passage?
a. Enhancing passenger train services b. Reducing employment opportunities c. Fostering efficient cargo transportation and reducing logistic costs d. Connecting agricultural regions for food transportation
Answer: c. Fostering efficient cargo transportation and reducing logistic costs
Tax Expertise: India Teams Up with Saint Lucia
1. What is the primary focus of the Tax Inspectors Without Borders (TIWB) program in Saint Lucia?
a. Promoting tourism b. Strengthening tax administration c. Enhancing agricultural practices d. Developing educational infrastructure
Answer: b. Strengthening tax administration
2. Which organizations are the joint initiators of the Tax Inspectors Without Borders (TIWB) program?
a. United Nations and World Bank b. United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) c. International Monetary Fund (IMF) and World Trade Organization (WTO) d. European Union (EU) and Asian Development Bank (ADB)
Answer: b. United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD)
3. How long is the TIWB program in Saint Lucia set to span?
a. 6-12 months b. 12-18 months c. 24-36 months d. 6 years
Answer: b. 12-18 months
4. What is the primary objective of the TIWB program in Saint Lucia regarding the Common Reporting Standard (CRS) framework?
a. Eliminating the CRS framework b. Facilitating the exchange of financial account information c. Promoting tax evasion d. Restricting transparency in financial transactions
Answer: b. Facilitating the exchange of financial account information
5. Who played a prominent role in the launch of the TIWB program in Saint Lucia through video conferencing?
a. Prime Minister Narendra Modi b. Smt. Pragya Sahay Saksena, Member (Legislation) of CBDT c. UNDP Secretary-General d. OECD President
Answer: b. Smt. Pragya Sahay Saksena, Member (Legislation) of CBDT
6. What is the significance of the Common Reporting Standard (CRS) in the context of the TIWB program?
a. It promotes tax evasion b. It restricts financial transparency c. It facilitates the exchange of financial account information among participating jurisdictions d. It discourages international collaboration
Answer: c. It facilitates the exchange of financial account information among participating jurisdictions
7. What is the expected outcome for Saint Lucia by participating in the TIWB program?
a. Increased tax evasion b. Streamlined processes, improved compliance, and a more robust tax infrastructure c. Reduced financial transparency d. Decline in economic development
Answer: b. Streamlined processes, improved compliance, and a more robust tax infrastructure
8. How many TIWB initiatives has India supported by providing Tax Experts, as mentioned in the passage?
a. Three b. Five c. Seven d. Ten
Answer: c. Seven
9. What is the global impact of the TIWB program in Saint Lucia according to the passage?
a. Strengthening tax evasion globally b. Weakening global tax systems c. Building stronger and more effective tax administrations globally d. Restricting international tax cooperation
Answer: c. Building stronger and more effective tax administrations globally
10. How does the launch of the TIWB program in Saint Lucia contribute to international tax cooperation?
a. By promoting tax evasion b. By restricting financial transparency c. By fostering international collaboration and sharing knowledge d. By discouraging nations from participating in tax initiatives
Answer: c. By fostering international collaboration and sharing knowledge
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