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Questions based on Current Affairs Topics :(14-May-2025)
1. Centrally sponsored schemes are increasingly becoming instruments of policy centralisation. Examine the structural and procedural factors driving this trend. Assess its implications for cooperative federalism. Propose mechanisms to reconcile national priorities with subnational autonomy in shared domains. #GS2 #polity
Source: https://indianexpress.com/article/explained/kerala-pm-shri-scheme-9998192/
2. “Global financial institutions are increasingly performing security functions in South Asia”. Comment. #GS2 #ir
Source: https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/imf-bails-out-pakistan-pahalgam-attack-terror-attack-9997751/
3. Export restrictions on niche minerals like germanium and gallium reflect a shift from market-based to coercion-based trade. Comment. Also assess India’s vulnerability in this context. #GS3 #Economic
Source: https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/india-engaged-with-china-on-germanium-export-restrictions-embassy-says/article69567999.ece
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1. Centrally sponsored schemes are increasingly becoming instruments of policy centralisation. Examine the structural and procedural factors driving this trend. Assess its implications for cooperative federalism. Propose mechanisms to reconcile national priorities with subnational autonomy in shared domains. #GS2 #polity
Source: https://indianexpress.com/article/explained/kerala-pm-shri-scheme-9998192/
2. “Global financial institutions are increasingly performing security functions in South Asia”. Comment. #GS2 #ir
Source: https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/imf-bails-out-pakistan-pahalgam-attack-terror-attack-9997751/
3. Export restrictions on niche minerals like germanium and gallium reflect a shift from market-based to coercion-based trade. Comment. Also assess India’s vulnerability in this context. #GS3 #Economic
Source: https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/india-engaged-with-china-on-germanium-export-restrictions-embassy-says/article69567999.ece
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Why Kerala has locked horns with Centre over the implementation of PM SHRI scheme
PM SHRI is a scheme under the Union Ministry of School Education and Literacy. It aims to upgrade more than 14,500 existing schools across the country
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Which one of the following statements accurately describes a key distinguishing feature of the ‘Amalaka’ in Nagara temple architecture?
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53%
It is a ribbed, disc-like stone element crowning the main shikhara (tower).
25%
It is the primary sanctum sanctorum housing the main deity.
15%
It is a large rectangular tank or reservoir found within the temple complex.
8%
It refers to the intricately carved entrance gateway of the temple.
The term ‘Ekapaharya’ is often associated with which specific form of Indian performing art?
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11%
Koodiyattam, signifying the solo actor's extensive interpretive dance.
56%
Ankia Naat, denoting the single-act plays of Assam.
11%
Kathakali, referring to its elaborate costume and makeup.
22%
Bharatanatyam, describing a specific type of abhinaya (expression).
The ‘Lost Wax Technique’ (Cire Perdue) in Indian art history is most famously associated with the production of:
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Large-scale rock-cut cave sanctuaries.
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Intricate miniature paintings of the Mughal school.
38%
Glazed pottery and terracotta figurines.
63%
Metal sculptures, particularly bronzes.
World Telecommunication and Information Society Day (WTISD) is celebrated every year on May 17. This day marks the founding of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) in 1865 and aims to raise awareness about the importance of communication technologies in today’s world.
Purpose:
- Highlight the importance of ICT (Information and Communication Technologies) in social and economic development.
- Promote strategies to bridge the digital divide.
- Encourage innovation and infrastructure development.
#sciencd #technology
Purpose:
- Highlight the importance of ICT (Information and Communication Technologies) in social and economic development.
- Promote strategies to bridge the digital divide.
- Encourage innovation and infrastructure development.
#sciencd #technology
Jamsetji Tata, the Father of Indian Industry, was a visionary who laid the foundation for modern India’s industrial growth. He established Tata Group, founded iconic institutions like Tata Steel, and dreamed of an Indian Institute of Science. His dedication to self-reliance, education, and innovation continues to inspire generations and reflects the spirit of nation-building and economic empowerment.
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Neelam Sanjeeva Reddy was the sixth President of India (1977–1982) and the first to be elected unopposed. A veteran freedom fighter and statesman, he played a key role in Indian politics as a two-time Lok Sabha Speaker and Andhra Pradesh’s first Chief Minister. Known for his simplicity and integrity, Reddy’s leadership reflected democratic values and constitutional propriety.
#contentenrichment #polity
#contentenrichment #polity
The distribution of powers between the Centre and the States in the Indian Constitution is based on the scheme provided in the: (www.iascircle.in))
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Morley-Minto Reforms, 1909
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Montagu-Chelmsford Act, 1919
80%
Government of India Act, 1935
0%
Indian Independence Act, 1947
‘Economic Justice’ the objectives of Constitution has been as one of the Indian provided in:
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the Preamble and Fundamental Rights
100%
the Preamble and the Directive Principles of State Policy
0%
the Fundamental Rights and the Directive Principles of State Policy
0%
None of the above
Which one of the following Schedules of the Constitution of India contains provisions regarding anti-defection? (Courses: www.iascircle.in)
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Second Schedule
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Fifth Schedule
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Eighth Schedule
80%
Tenth Schedule
Under the Constitution of India, which one of the following is not a fundamental duty? (Courses: www.iascircle.in ))
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To vote in public elections
20%
To develop the scientific temper
0%
To safeguard public property
0%
To abide by me Constitution and respect its ideals
In the Constitution of India, promotion of international peace and security is included in theA. Preamble to the ConstitutionB. Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP): (Courses: www.iascircle.in)
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Preamble to the Constitution
86%
Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP)
14%
Fundamental Duties
0%
Ninth Schedule