Q2. Consider the following statements regarding Windfall Tax:
1. They are designed to tax the profits a company derives from an external, sometimes unprecedented event.
2. Governments cannot levy it retrospectively.
1. They are designed to tax the profits a company derives from an external, sometimes unprecedented event.
2. Governments cannot levy it retrospectively.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
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66%
1 only
4%
2 only
29%
Both 1 and 2
2%
Neither 1 nor 2
Q3. Consider the following species:
1. Honey bees
2. Frogs
3. Canaries
4. Polar bears
1. Honey bees
2. Frogs
3. Canaries
4. Polar bears
How many of the above are examples of sentinel species?
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7%
Only one
31%
Only two
23%
Only three
39%
All the four
Q4. With reference to the Indus River Dolphin, consider the following statements:
1. It is biologically adapted to survive in highly turbid waters by relying primarily on echolocation rather than vision.
2. The species is exclusively found in the Indus River.
3. Side-swimming is a behavioral adaptation that assists this species in probing the riverbed for prey.
1. It is biologically adapted to survive in highly turbid waters by relying primarily on echolocation rather than vision.
2. The species is exclusively found in the Indus River.
3. Side-swimming is a behavioral adaptation that assists this species in probing the riverbed for prey.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
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27%
1, 2 and 3
10%
2 and 3 only
58%
1 and 3 only
5%
1 and 2 only
Q5. With reference to Oak forests in the Indian Himalayan region, consider the following statements:
1. They are considered the climax tree species of the moist temperate forests in the region.
2. They play a critical role in watershed protection by promoting the recharge of natural springs.
3. They are host to moss-like plants such as lichens, bryophytes, and pteridophytes.
1. They are considered the climax tree species of the moist temperate forests in the region.
2. They play a critical role in watershed protection by promoting the recharge of natural springs.
3. They are host to moss-like plants such as lichens, bryophytes, and pteridophytes.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
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5%
1 and 2 only
17%
2 and 3 only
9%
1 and 3 only
70%
1, 2 and 3
Q1. How does 'Minehunting' differ from 'Minesweeping' in naval operations?
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4%
There is no technical difference; the terms are used interchangeably in maritime law.
68%
Minehunting uses sonar to locate and neutralize, minesweeping clears big areas by triggering them.
15%
Minehunting involves clearing landmines while minesweeping is strictly for the ocean.
14%
Minesweeping is performed by aircraft, while minehunting is performed by submarines.
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Q. India lacks a comprehensive legal framework specifically defining hate speech, despite increasing incidents amplified by digital platforms. In this context, examine the need for a dedicated law against hate speech in India. Discuss the challenges in regulating hate speech. (15 marks, 250 words)
Q. India lacks a comprehensive legal framework specifically defining hate speech, despite increasing incidents amplified by digital platforms. In this context, examine the need for a dedicated law against hate speech in India. Discuss the challenges in regulating hate speech. (15 marks, 250 words)
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Q1. Consider the following statement(s) regarding the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC):
1. It is a statutory body constituted under the Central Boards of Revenue Act, 1963.
2. It is vested with the authority to formulate policies for the levy and collection of both direct and indirect taxes in India.
1. It is a statutory body constituted under the Central Boards of Revenue Act, 1963.
2. It is vested with the authority to formulate policies for the levy and collection of both direct and indirect taxes in India.
Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?
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62%
1 only
9%
2 only
22%
Both 1 and 2
7%
Neither 1 nor 2
Q3. Consider the following statements:
1. LCA Tejas is a 5th generation single seat supersonic multirole fighter aircraft.
2. It is India’s first indigenous fighter jet.
1. LCA Tejas is a 5th generation single seat supersonic multirole fighter aircraft.
2. It is India’s first indigenous fighter jet.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
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22%
1 only
45%
2 only
19%
Both 1 and 2
14%
Neither 1 nor 2
Q2. Consider the following statements:
1. National Investigation Agency (NIA) is a central agency established by the Indian Government to combat terror in India.
2. NIA requires the permission of state governments before beginning investigation on terror related offences.
3. A State Government may request the Central Government to hand over the investigation of a case to the NIA.
1. National Investigation Agency (NIA) is a central agency established by the Indian Government to combat terror in India.
2. NIA requires the permission of state governments before beginning investigation on terror related offences.
3. A State Government may request the Central Government to hand over the investigation of a case to the NIA.