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What is the purpose of the Constitution (One Hundred and Twenty-Ninth Amendment) Bill, 2024?

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To enable simultaneous elections for the Lok Sabha and State Legislative Assemblies

This bill is part of the ‘One Nation One Election’ initiative.

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What does ‘Simultaneous Elections’ refer to?

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General elections for both the Lok Sabha and all Legislative Assemblies held together

Local bodies are not included in this bill.

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Which article is inserted in the Constitution by the 2024 amendment to facilitate simultaneous elections?

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Article 82A

This article is related to the dissolution of the Lok Sabha.

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What does Article 83 (Amendment) propose regarding Lok Sabha dissolution?

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If Lok Sabha is dissolved before the end of its term, the next Lok Sabha will only serve the unexpired term

It clarifies that the new House will not be a continuation of the old one.

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What are the proposed changes to Article 172 regarding State Legislatures?

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Similar amendments as proposed to Article 83

This relates to the duration of State Legislatures.

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What is one potential benefit of simultaneous elections mentioned in the text?

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Reduction in financial costs associated with multiple election cycles

This includes savings in resources like manpower and equipment.

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What is a significant concern regarding the implementation of simultaneous elections?

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Logistical challenges due to India’s vast electorate

Over 600 million electors and the need for over one million polling booths.

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What does the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989 address?

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It deals with offences specifically committed against members of the SC/ST community in India

Defined as ‘atrocities’.

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What is the aim of the National Action for Mechanised Sanitation Ecosystem Scheme (NAMASTE)?

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To ensure zero fatalities in sanitation work in India

However, this aim has not been attained.

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What is the Bharatiya Vayuyan Vidheyak, 2024 designed to do?

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Replace the Aircraft Act, 1934 and modernize India’s aviation sector

It aims to enhance safety measures and align with global standards.

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What are the three authorities established under the Bharatiya Vayuyan Vidheyak, 2024?

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  • Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA)
  • Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS)
  • Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB)

The central government oversees these bodies.

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Fill in the blank: The Scheduled Castes were first defined in the ______.

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Government of India Act of 1935

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True or False: The Election Commission can recommend delaying state elections if they cannot be conducted simultaneously with Lok Sabha elections.

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True

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What are the key components of the legal mechanism to tackle caste-based atrocities?

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  • Fundamental Rights (Articles 14, 15, 16, 17)
  • DPSP (Article 46, 338)
  • Untouchability (Offences) Act, 1955
  • Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989
  • The Prohibition of Employment as Manual Scavengers and their Rehabilitation Act, 2013
  • Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Amendment Act, 2015

These acts focus on protecting the rights of SC/ST communities.

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What is a criticism of the DGCA under the Bharatiya Vayuyan Vidheyak, 2024?

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Lack of independence from the central government

Unlike regulatory bodies in other sectors.

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What is the objective of the Pradhan Mantri Dakshta aur Kushalta Sampaan Hitgrahi (PM-DAKSH) scheme?

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To provide skill training for SCs, OBCs, sanitation workers, and others

It aims to cover a larger population.

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What is the significance of the ‘One Nation One Election’ initiative?

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It aims to enhance political stability and reduce election-related expenses

However, concerns remain about its feasibility and impact on smaller parties.

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What significant change regarding energy usage occurred in 73 airports in India since 2014?

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Switched to 100% green energy usage

19
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What legislative act can promote growth in India’s aviation sector by clarifying the legal framework?

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Bharatiya Vayuyan Vidheyak, 2024

20
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What is the main concern addressed by the Ministry of External Affairs regarding OCI cardholders?

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They will not be reclassified as foreigners

21
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When was the OCI Scheme introduced?

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By amending the Citizenship Act, 1955 in 2005

22
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Who is eligible for registration as an OCI cardholder?

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Any foreign national except Pakistan or Bangladesh nationals, former Indian citizens, descendants of Indian citizens, and certain spouses

23
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What is one benefit of holding an OCI card?

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Multiple-entry multi-purpose life-long visa to visit India

24
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True or False: OCI cardholders have political rights to vote.

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False

25
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Fill in the blank: OCI does not confer _______.

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dual citizenship

26
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What is the notice period required for moving a motion of No-confidence against the Rajya Sabha Chairperson?

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14-day notice

27
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According to Article 67(b), how can the Vice President be removed from office?

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By a resolution passed by Rajya Sabha with a majority and agreed to by Lok Sabha with a simple majority

28
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What guidelines did the Supreme Court issue regarding Mercy Petitions?

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Streamlining processing and execution, establishing dedicated cells, and coordination with Governor and President’s Secretariats

29
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What is the financial outlay for Phase III of the e-Courts Mission Mode Project?

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Rs. 7,210 crore

30
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What is the main objective of the e-Courts Phase III?

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To create a unified technology platform for judiciary

31
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What is the purpose of the Amrit Gyaan Kosh Portal?

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To empower educators and enhance public administration training

32
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What is the E-Daakhil portal designed to do?

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Simplify the consumer grievance process

33
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What does the Boilers Bill, 2024 replace?

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The Boilers Act, 1923

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What is the main focus of the Boilers Bill, 2024?

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Ensuring safety from dangers of explosions of steam boilers

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