Current Affairs MCQ for UPSC Exams - 01 December 2022

Q.1) With reference to the geographical indication (GI) tag, consider the following statements.

1. GI tag can be given for industrial goods only.
2. The registration of GI is valid for 10 years after which it needs to be renewed.
3. India enacted its GI legislation to comply with India's obligations to the International Monetary Fund.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1, 2 and 3 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 2 only
(d) 2 only

Q.2) Consider the following statements about Saansad Adarsh Gram Yojana (SAGY).

1. It was launched to translate the comprehensive vision of Mahatma Gandhi about an ideal Indian village into reality, keeping in view the present context.
2. Under SAGY, each Member of Parliament adopts a Gram Panchayat and guides its holistic progress giving importance for social development at par with infrastructure.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) Neither 1 nor 2
(b) Both 1 and 2
(c) 1 only
(d) 2 only

Q.3) Consider the following statements about Jal Jeevan Mission

1. The scheme is being implemented by the Ministry of Jal Shakti.
2. To create a sense of “Jan Andolan” is one of the intentions of the scheme.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) Neither 1 nor 2
(b) Both 1 and 2
(c) 1 only
(d) 2 only

Q.4) Consider the following statements about the Panchayat (Extension to the Scheduled Areas) Act

1.Gram Sabhas have been given the right of ownership of minor forest produce.
2.Gram Sabhas can manage minor and major water bodies in the Scheduled area
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) Neither 1 nor 2
(b) Both 1 and 2
(c) 1 only
(d) 2 only

Q.5) With reference to “e-Sanjeevani”, consider the following statements.

1.It can be called as an example of e-governance
2. It consists a framework for Doctor to Patient consultation only
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) Neither 1 nor 2
(b) Both 1 and 2
(c) 1 only
(d) 2 only