GK Quiz | 08 Jan 2020

1. Which of the following statements is true about NSO?

1. It has been formed by merging Central Statistical Organisation and National Sample Survey Organisation.
2. The organization is under the Ministry of Statistics and Program Implementation.
3. It computes the annual economic growth of a country.
4. The organization releases the Annual Survey of Industries.

Select the right answer from the codes given below:

1. 1,2,3,4
2. 1,2 and 3
3. 2,3 and 4
4. 1 and 4 only

Ans. A

Explanation

Statement 1:National Statistical Organisation has been formed by merging Central Statistical Organisation and National Sample Survey Organisation. Hence, Statement 1 is correct.

Statement 2:The organization is under the Ministry of Statistics and Program Implementation. Hence, statement 2 is correct.

Statement 3:The organization computes annual economic growth (GDP growth). Recently, the first National advance estimate of the economy has been released. Hence, statement 3 is correct.

Statement 4:NSO releases various surveys like Periodic Labour Force Survey, Annual Survey of Industry, etc. Hence, statement 4 is correct.

Therefore all statements are correct.

Hence, A is the correct answer.

 

2. Minorities are defined under which article of the Indian Constitution?

1. Article 29
2. Article 30
3. Both A and B
4. None

Ans.  D

Explanation

In the Indian constitution, there is no particular definition of minorities. However, the Constitution recognizes linguistic and cultural minorities under Article 29 and Article 30.

Hence, D is the correct answer.

 

3. Which of the following is not true about the Model Code of Conduct?

1. It comes into force as soon as the electoral roll is prepared.
2. The code is enforceable in the law of court.
3. On the violation of the code of conduct, the Election commission has the power to penalize the violator.
4. The model code of conduct can be enforced if the provision violated is enforceable in the court of law through other laws.

Ans. A

Explanation

The Model Code of Conduct (MCC) is the obligatory code of conduct that comes into enforcement from the time the election dates are announced. It is not enforceable in the court of law.

However, the Election Commission can take any punitive action like banning the person from contesting elections, asking for show cause notice, etc.The MCC can be made enforceable in the court of law if the provision violated can be enforced through other laws.

Hence, A is the correct answer.

 

4. Article 15 of the Indian Constitution is related to

1. Non-discrimination
2. Untouchability
3. Minority rights
4. Equal treatment before the law

Ans. A

Explanation

• Article 15 is related to non-discrimination based on religion, race, caste, sex, place of birth.
• Protection against untouchability is provided under Article17.
• Minorities' rights are protected under Article 29 and 30.
• Article 14 ensures equality before law and equal protection of laws.

Hence, A is the correct answer.

 

5. Which of the following statements is not true about Monetary Policy Committee?

1. It is a statutory committee.
2. It consists of 6 members.
3. Penalizing actions can be taken against the committee for not adhering to the standards set by it.
4. It is answerable to the Parliament.

Ans. C

Explanation

The Monetary Policy Committee has been constituted under the RBI Act 1934. The committee is tasked to regulate the monetary policy of the country.

It consists of 6 members out of which 3 should be from RBI and 3 should be nominated by the government. There is no penalty for not meeting the targets; however, the committee is answerable to the Parliament. The governor has a casting vote in the committee.

Hence, C is the correct answer.