The 'National Quantum Mission' announced in 2024 primarily aims to develop quantum technology with investment over how many years?

The correct answer is B: 5 years. The National Quantum Mission announced in 2024 is a 5-year program to establish quantum technology infrastructure in India.

Under the 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act, 1992, what is the mandatory reservation percentage for women in local government bodies?

The correct answer is B: 33%. The 73rd Amendment Act mandates 33% reservation for women in Panchayati Raj institutions at all levels.

Which of the following statements about the National Livelihood Mission (NLM) is INCORRECT?

The correct answer is C: It focuses exclusively on urban areas. NLM has both Aajeevika (rural) and NULM (urban) components. It operates in both rural and urban areas, not exclusively urban.

Which iron ore mining area in West Bengal has faced recent environmental and rehabilitation challenges?

The correct answer is B: Birbhum and Purulia districts. Birbhum and Purulia districts in West Bengal have significant iron ore deposits and mining activities, with ongoing concerns about environmental degradation and displacement of local communities.

Which of the following correctly identifies a key difference between the powers of the President and Governor regarding ordinances?

The correct answer is D: The President can issue ordinances when Parliament is not in session; Governor when Assembly is not in session. Articles 123 and 213 respectively authorize ordinances when legislatures are not in session. Both President and Governor have similar ordinance-making powers within their respective domains.

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General Studies II

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Q.21 Hard General Studies II

Which constitutional amendment introduced the 73rd and 74th amendments regarding local governance?

A 70th Amendment

B 72nd Amendment

C 73rd Amendment only

D Both 73rd and 74th Amendments

Correct Answer: D. Both 73rd and 74th Amendments

EXPLANATION

The 73rd (1992) and 74th (1992) Amendments introduced constitutional status to Panchayati Raj and Municipal governance.

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Q.22 Hard General Studies II

The Mahishmati River is a tributary of which major river in West Bengal?

A Ganges

B Brahmaputra

C Meghna

D Kosi

Correct Answer: A. Ganges

EXPLANATION

The Mahishmati (also spelled Mahananda) is a tributary of the Ganges River flowing through West Bengal.

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Q.23 Hard General Studies II

The Teesta River dispute involves West Bengal and which other state?

A Sikkim and Assam

B Assam and Arunachal Pradesh

C Meghalaya and Sikkim

D Tripura and Assam

Correct Answer: A. Sikkim and Assam

EXPLANATION

The Teesta River dispute is between West Bengal, Sikkim, and Assam regarding water sharing and dam construction.

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Q.24 Hard General Studies II

Evaluate: Which constitutional mechanism can be used by the WBPSC to ensure administrative accountability and transparency in West Bengal?

A Public Interest Litigation (PIL)

B Right to Information (RTI) Act, 2005

C Lok Pal and Lok Ayukta institutions

D All of the above

Correct Answer: D. All of the above

EXPLANATION

All three mechanisms - PIL through courts, RTI for information access, and Lok Pal/Lok Ayukta for ombudsman functions - work together to ensure administrative accountability.

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Q.25 Hard General Studies II

The Sundarbans Delta is formed by the confluence of which rivers?

A Ganga and Brahmaputra

B Ganga and Meghna

C Brahmaputra and Meghna

D Hooghly and Padma

Correct Answer: B. Ganga and Meghna

EXPLANATION

The Sundarbans Delta is formed by the Ganga (Padma in Bangladesh) and Meghna rivers, shared between India and Bangladesh.

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Q.26 Hard General Studies II

The concept of 'Antyodaya' was promoted by which Indian freedom fighter and political leader?

A Mahatma Gandhi

B Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru

C Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel

D Vinoba Bhave

Correct Answer: D. Vinoba Bhave

EXPLANATION

Vinoba Bhave, a Gandhian leader, promoted the concept of 'Antyodaya' (uplift of the poorest) and initiated the Bhoodan Movement.

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Q.27 Hard General Studies II

Analyze: If a state government wants to implement a new policy affecting land rights of tribal populations, which constitutional provision should be prioritized?

A Article 25 (Freedom of Religion)

B Article 46 (Promotion of Educational and Economic Interests of SCs and STs)

C Article 48 (Organization of Agriculture and Animal Husbandry)

D Article 51 (Fundamental Duties)

Correct Answer: B. Article 46 (Promotion of Educational and Economic Interests of SCs and STs)

EXPLANATION

Article 46 specifically mandates the state to promote the educational and economic interests of Scheduled Castes and Tribes, which includes land rights protections.

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