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30 June 2023
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30th June 2023 Static Quiz for UPSC Prelims
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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
2 pointsRecently Matua Maha Mela was in news. Matua is associated with which of the following sects:
Correct
Correct Answer: D
• Option D is correct.
• Matua Mahamela is organised in State of West Bengal. Mela is organised on birth anniversary of Shri Harichand Thakur (1812-1878), who was the founder of the sect of Vaishnavite Hinduism called Matua. He wrote couplets in Bengali and stressed on education and strong organisation as the primary modes of community empowerment.Incorrect
Correct Answer: D
• Option D is correct.
• Matua Mahamela is organised in State of West Bengal. Mela is organised on birth anniversary of Shri Harichand Thakur (1812-1878), who was the founder of the sect of Vaishnavite Hinduism called Matua. He wrote couplets in Bengali and stressed on education and strong organisation as the primary modes of community empowerment. -
Question 2 of 5
2. Question
2 pointsRecently Law Commission of India is in news.
Consider the following statement about Law Commission of India:
1. It is a statutory body established under Law reforms Act,1955.
2. Recently the term of Law Commission of India has extended beyond the fixed term of 3 years.
3. It works under the supervision of Supreme Court of India.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?Correct
Correct Answer: C
• Option C is correct.
• The Law Commission of India is a non-statutory body that is constituted by the Government of India from time to time with definite terms of reference to carry out research in the field of law. Hence, statement 1 is incorrect.
• The Commission would have a tenure of 3 years from the date of publication of the Official Gazette. However, it can be extended with the approval of Union Cabinet. The Union Cabinet approved the extension of the term of 22nd Law Commission of India upto August 31, 2024.Hence, statement 2 is correct.
• The commission’s function is to research and advise the government on legal reform, and is composed of legal experts, and headed by a retired judge. The works as an advisory body to the Union Ministry of Law and Justice. Hence, statement 3 is incorrect.Incorrect
Correct Answer: C
• Option C is correct.
• The Law Commission of India is a non-statutory body that is constituted by the Government of India from time to time with definite terms of reference to carry out research in the field of law. Hence, statement 1 is incorrect.
• The Commission would have a tenure of 3 years from the date of publication of the Official Gazette. However, it can be extended with the approval of Union Cabinet. The Union Cabinet approved the extension of the term of 22nd Law Commission of India upto August 31, 2024.Hence, statement 2 is correct.
• The commission’s function is to research and advise the government on legal reform, and is composed of legal experts, and headed by a retired judge. The works as an advisory body to the Union Ministry of Law and Justice. Hence, statement 3 is incorrect. -
Question 3 of 5
3. Question
2 pointsWhich of the following statements are correct in reference to Electoral finances?
1. Representation of People Act,1951 provides for limitation on expenditure to be incurred by Political Parties.
2. Contribution made to Political Parties are 50% exempted from income tax.
3. It is not compulsory for political parties to give account of donors at the time of election.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:Correct
Correct Answer: B
• Option B is correct.
• Under Section 77 of Representation of Peoples Act, 1951 and Conduct of Election Rules, 1961, there are limits on election expenditure only for candidates, such a limit is absent in the case of political party expenditure. Hence, statement 1 is incorrect.
• Contributions received by the parties are also 100% exempted from income tax. Hence, statement 2 is incorrect.
• Political parties are not required to provide sources of the funds received by them. As a result, there is no information on donors of political parties at the time of elections. Hence, statement 3 is correct.Incorrect
Correct Answer: B
• Option B is correct.
• Under Section 77 of Representation of Peoples Act, 1951 and Conduct of Election Rules, 1961, there are limits on election expenditure only for candidates, such a limit is absent in the case of political party expenditure. Hence, statement 1 is incorrect.
• Contributions received by the parties are also 100% exempted from income tax. Hence, statement 2 is incorrect.
• Political parties are not required to provide sources of the funds received by them. As a result, there is no information on donors of political parties at the time of elections. Hence, statement 3 is correct. -
Question 4 of 5
4. Question
2 pointsRecently, the Supreme Court in Anoop Baranwal vs. Union of India 2023 has ruled that election commissioners and the Chief Election Commissioner will be chosen by a panel.
Which of the following are part of Panel?
1. Chief Justice of India
2. Leader of opposition in Lok Sabha
3. Speaker of Lok Sabha
4. Prime Minister of India
5. Union Cabinet Minister nominated by Prime Minister
Select the correct answer using the code given below:Correct
Correct Answer: D
• Option D is correct.
• The panel responsible for selection of Chief Election Commissioner and Other Election Commissioner consists of Prime Minister of India, Leader of opposition in Lok Sabha and Chief Justice of India.
• Supreme court in its judgement stated that The Panel would continue to advise the President on the appointment until the Parliament enacts a law on the appointment process of Election Commissioners.
• The SC has also asked the Parliament and the Union government to put in place a permanent secretariat for the Election Commission of India (ECI).Incorrect
Correct Answer: D
• Option D is correct.
• The panel responsible for selection of Chief Election Commissioner and Other Election Commissioner consists of Prime Minister of India, Leader of opposition in Lok Sabha and Chief Justice of India.
• Supreme court in its judgement stated that The Panel would continue to advise the President on the appointment until the Parliament enacts a law on the appointment process of Election Commissioners.
• The SC has also asked the Parliament and the Union government to put in place a permanent secretariat for the Election Commission of India (ECI). -
Question 5 of 5
5. Question
2 pointsThe Finance Bill, 2023 provided for the establishment of the Goods and Service Tax (GST) Appellate Tribunal (GSTAT). Consider the following statement in relation to GSTAT:
1. GSTAT will be second appellate for any dispute arising under GST Act.
2. Appeals from GSTAT lies directly with Supreme Court of India.
3. It shall consist of the President, a Judicial Member, a Technical Member (Centre), and a Technical Member (State).
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?Correct
Correct Answer: B
• Option B is correct.
• In the 49th GST Council Meeting, a report of the Group of Ministers (GoM) was accepted which recommended for the establishment of the GSTAT.
• The Finance Bill, 2023 amended section 109 of the Central Goods and Services Tax Act, 2017 in order to facilitate the creation of the GSTAT and its benches.
• It is the second appeal forum under GST, it will hear appeals against the orders passed by the Appellate Authority or the Revisional Authority. It is the duty of the GSTAT to ensure uniformity in the redressal of disputes arising under GST. Hence, statement 1 is correct.
• It will have benches at Centre and state level:
-Principal bench shall consist of the President, a Judicial Member, a Technical Member (Centre), and a Technical Member (State). It will be located at New Delhi. Hence, statement 3 is correct.
-State bench shall consist of two Judicial Members, a Technical Member (Centre) and a Technical Member (State). These are established on the request of the State and the recommendations of the GST Council.
• Appeals from GSTAT lies to High Court. Hence, statement 2 is incorrect.Incorrect
Correct Answer: B
• Option B is correct.
• In the 49th GST Council Meeting, a report of the Group of Ministers (GoM) was accepted which recommended for the establishment of the GSTAT.
• The Finance Bill, 2023 amended section 109 of the Central Goods and Services Tax Act, 2017 in order to facilitate the creation of the GSTAT and its benches.
• It is the second appeal forum under GST, it will hear appeals against the orders passed by the Appellate Authority or the Revisional Authority. It is the duty of the GSTAT to ensure uniformity in the redressal of disputes arising under GST. Hence, statement 1 is correct.
• It will have benches at Centre and state level:
-Principal bench shall consist of the President, a Judicial Member, a Technical Member (Centre), and a Technical Member (State). It will be located at New Delhi. Hence, statement 3 is correct.
-State bench shall consist of two Judicial Members, a Technical Member (Centre) and a Technical Member (State). These are established on the request of the State and the recommendations of the GST Council.
• Appeals from GSTAT lies to High Court. Hence, statement 2 is incorrect.
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