UPSC 2021: Weekly GK and Current Affairs Quiz Apr 24 – Apr 30 with Multiple Choice Questions and answers for IAS Exam Preparation other competitive exams like SSC, PCS, Banking exams, etc.
UPSC Exam Preparation: This week’s GK and current affairs quiz from Apr 24 – Apr 30 for UPSC Prelims Exam preparation. Test your general knowledge on current affairs now with our weekly GK and current affairs quiz for UPSC Civil Services Exam and other competitive exams like SSC, PCS, Banking exams, etc.
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Question 1 of 30
1. Question
Category: G KWorld Press Freedom Index is published by –
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World Press Freedom Index is published by ‘Reporters Without Borders’.
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World Press Freedom Index is published by ‘Reporters Without Borders’.
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Question 2 of 30
2. Question
Category: International RelationsConsider the following statements with respect to Indian Ocean Commission (IOC):
- It is an intergovernmental organisation headquartered in Seychelles.
- India has recently been accepted as a member of the IOC.
- China and Pakistan are observers of IOC.
Which of the given statement/s is/are incorrect?
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All the statements are incorrect.
Indian Ocean Commission (IOC) is an intergovernmental organisation headquartered in Mauritius. The IOC is composed of five African Indian Ocean nations: Comoros, Madagascar, Mauritius, Réunion (an overseas region of France), and Seychelles. India has been recently granted observer status in the Indian Ocean Commission. The Commission has four other observers — China, EU, Malta and the International Organisation of La Francophonie (OIF).
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All the statements are incorrect.
Indian Ocean Commission (IOC) is an intergovernmental organisation headquartered in Mauritius. The IOC is composed of five African Indian Ocean nations: Comoros, Madagascar, Mauritius, Réunion (an overseas region of France), and Seychelles. India has been recently granted observer status in the Indian Ocean Commission. The Commission has four other observers — China, EU, Malta and the International Organisation of La Francophonie (OIF).
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Question 3 of 30
3. Question
Category: PolityWhich of the following statements is/are correct?
- The Animal Welfare Board of India has been established under the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960.
- It regulates the usage of animals in labs, circuses and for entertainment.
- Recently, AWBI has advised the Centre to pass a legislation banning animals in circuses that are registered under the Performing Animal (Registration) Rules
Options:
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All the statements are correct.
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All the statements are correct.
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Question 4 of 30
4. Question
Category: HealthWhich of the following are Zoonotic diseases?
- Ebola
- Rabies
- Toxoplasmosis
- Malaria
Choose the correct option:
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All four are zoonotic diseases.
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All four are zoonotic diseases.
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Question 5 of 30
5. Question
Category: Environment and EcologyIn which of the following countries can one spot the elusive snow leopard in the wild?
- India
- Iran
- China
- Russia
- Kazakhstan
Options:
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Question 6 of 30
6. Question
Category: International RelationsConsider the following statements with respect to the South China Sea:
- It is an arm of the Western Pacific Ocean in Southeast Asia.
- It is to the west of the Philippines and east of Vietnam.
- It is to the south of the island of Borneo.
Which of the above is/are correct?
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1 and 2 only are correct. The South China Sea is an arm of the Western Pacific Ocean in Southeast Asia. It is south of China, east & south of Vietnam, west of the Philippines and north of the island of Borneo.
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1 and 2 only are correct. The South China Sea is an arm of the Western Pacific Ocean in Southeast Asia. It is south of China, east & south of Vietnam, west of the Philippines and north of the island of Borneo.
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Question 7 of 30
7. Question
Category: Science and TechnologyThe ‘Lyrids’ meteor shower is seen during which month?
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The ‘Lyrids’ meteor shower is seen during April.
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The ‘Lyrids’ meteor shower is seen during April.
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Question 8 of 30
8. Question
Category: International RelationsConsider the following statements with respect to the Financial Action Task Force (FATF):
- FATF is an international organization developed to combat terrorism and money laundering.
- FATF also deals with issues related to low tax jurisdiction or tax competition.
- It was established by a Group of Seven (G-7) Summit in Paris.
Which of the given statements is/are incorrect?
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Statement 2 is incorrect.
The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) was established by a Group of Seven (G-7) Summit in Paris in 1989. FATF is an international organization developed to combat terrorism and money laundering. It does not address the issues related to low tax jurisdiction or tax competition. The FATF mandate focuses only on the fight against the laundering of proceeds of crimes and the financing of terrorism.
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Statement 2 is incorrect.
The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) was established by a Group of Seven (G-7) Summit in Paris in 1989. FATF is an international organization developed to combat terrorism and money laundering. It does not address the issues related to low tax jurisdiction or tax competition. The FATF mandate focuses only on the fight against the laundering of proceeds of crimes and the financing of terrorism.
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Question 9 of 30
9. Question
Category: Science and TechnologyConsider the following:
- Birds
- Dust blowing
- Rain
- Wind blowing
Which of the above spread plant diseases? [UPSC 2018]
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1, 2, 3 and 4 are correct options.
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1, 2, 3 and 4 are correct options.
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Question 10 of 30
10. Question
Category: International RelationsWhich of the following countries hosted the Leaders’ Summit on Climate 2021?
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USA
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USA
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Question 11 of 30
11. Question
Category: PolityConsider the following statements with respect to Fugitive Economic Offenders Act:
- Only those economic offences involving at least Rs. 500 crore or more will come under this Act.
- Upon declaration as a Fugitive Economic Offender, properties of the person will be confiscated and vested in the central government, free of rights and claims in the property.
- No appeals are allowed before any court against the orders of the special court.
Which of the given statement/s is/are correct?
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Statement 2 is only correct.
A person can be named an offender under this law if there is an arrest warrant against him or her for involvement in economic offences involving at least Rs. 100 crore or more and has fled from India to escape legal action. The Act empowers Special Court (designated under Prevention of Money-Laundering Act, 2002) to declare a person a Fugitive Economic Offender based on an application made to it. Appeals against orders of the special court will lie before High Court. Upon declaration as a fugitive economic offender, properties of the person will be confiscated and vested in the central government, free of rights and claims in the property.Incorrect
Statement 2 is only correct.
A person can be named an offender under this law if there is an arrest warrant against him or her for involvement in economic offences involving at least Rs. 100 crore or more and has fled from India to escape legal action. The Act empowers Special Court (designated under Prevention of Money-Laundering Act, 2002) to declare a person a Fugitive Economic Offender based on an application made to it. Appeals against orders of the special court will lie before High Court. Upon declaration as a fugitive economic offender, properties of the person will be confiscated and vested in the central government, free of rights and claims in the property. -
Question 12 of 30
12. Question
Category: Science and TechnologyWhat is the main objective of ISRO’s RESPOND Programme?
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ISRO’s Respond program is aimed at establishing strong links with premier academic institutions to carry out space-related R&D projects to support ISRO’s programmes.
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ISRO’s Respond program is aimed at establishing strong links with premier academic institutions to carry out space-related R&D projects to support ISRO’s programmes.
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Question 13 of 30
13. Question
Category: EconomyConsider the following statements:
- As per the WTO rules, a member country cannot discriminate between its trade partners.
- Special status granted to a trade partner must be extended to all members of the WTO.
- While India had granted MFN status to Pakistan in 1996, Pakistan hasn’t accorded MFN status to India.
Which of the given statement/s is/are correct?
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All the statements are correct.
As per the WTO rules, a member country cannot discriminate between its trade partners. Special status granted to a trade partner must be extended to all members of the WTO. Most Favoured Nation is a treatment accorded to a trade partner to ensure non-discriminatory trade between two countries vis-a-vis other trade partners. India had granted MFN status to Pakistan in 1996, a year after the formation of WTO. But Pakistan hasn’t accorded MFN status to India till now. India has revoked the Most Favoured Nation (MFN) status of Pakistan in 2019.
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All the statements are correct.
As per the WTO rules, a member country cannot discriminate between its trade partners. Special status granted to a trade partner must be extended to all members of the WTO. Most Favoured Nation is a treatment accorded to a trade partner to ensure non-discriminatory trade between two countries vis-a-vis other trade partners. India had granted MFN status to Pakistan in 1996, a year after the formation of WTO. But Pakistan hasn’t accorded MFN status to India till now. India has revoked the Most Favoured Nation (MFN) status of Pakistan in 2019.
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Question 14 of 30
14. Question
Category: International RelationsIndia has been negotiating the Bilateral Trade and Investment Agreement (BTIA) with –
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European Union
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European Union
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Question 15 of 30
15. Question
Category: HistoryConsider the following statements with respect to Amir Khusrau:
- He invented the Sitar.
- His work, Khaliq-e-bari, is the oldest known printed dictionary.
- He was known as Tuti-e-Hind.
Which of the given statement/s is/are incorrect?
Correct
All the statements are correct.
Amir Khusrau was a Sufi musician, poet and scholar from India. He compiled the oldest known printed dictionary (Khaliq-e-bari) in 1320 which mainly dealt with Hindvi and Persian words. He originated the Khayal Music. Amir Khusrau is known as the Parrot of India. It was he who called himself ‘Tuti-e-Hind’ (Parrot of India). Khusrau is credited for the invention of the Sitar.
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All the statements are correct.
Amir Khusrau was a Sufi musician, poet and scholar from India. He compiled the oldest known printed dictionary (Khaliq-e-bari) in 1320 which mainly dealt with Hindvi and Persian words. He originated the Khayal Music. Amir Khusrau is known as the Parrot of India. It was he who called himself ‘Tuti-e-Hind’ (Parrot of India). Khusrau is credited for the invention of the Sitar.
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Question 16 of 30
16. Question
Category: International RelationsWhich country has recently expressed interest to withdraw from the International Space Station and launch its own space station by 2025?
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Russia
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Russia
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Question 17 of 30
17. Question
Category: Art and CultureWhich of the following is wrongly matched?
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There are different forms of shadow puppet theatre in the states of India. Chamadyacha Bahulya in Maharashtra, Tolu Bommalatta in Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu, Togalu Gombeyatta in Karnataka, Tolpava Kuthu in Kerala and Ravanchhaya in Odisha.
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There are different forms of shadow puppet theatre in the states of India. Chamadyacha Bahulya in Maharashtra, Tolu Bommalatta in Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu, Togalu Gombeyatta in Karnataka, Tolpava Kuthu in Kerala and Ravanchhaya in Odisha.
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Question 18 of 30
18. Question
Category: Current AffairsWhich of the following statements is/are correct?
- The Boao Forum for Asia is a non-profit organisation that hosts high-level forums for leaders from government, business and academia in Asia and other continents to share their vision on the most pressing issues in this dynamic region and the world at large.
- It is modelled on the World Economic Forum held annually in Davos and is also known as the “Asian Davos”.
- No official Indian participation in the Boao Forum has been indicated so far.
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All the statements are correct.
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All the statements are correct.
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Question 19 of 30
19. Question
Category: Art and CultureWhich of the following statement/s is/are correct with respect to the traditional practice of Pachoti?
- It is a folk festival that celebrates the birth of a baby, particularly a male infant, with relatives and neighbours.
- It is practised in the state of Assam.
Options:
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Both are correct statements. ‘Pachoti’ is a traditional folk festival of Assam. The birth of a baby, particularly a male infant is celebrated with relatives and neighbours. It is related to the celebration of the birth of Lord Krishna.
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Both are correct statements. ‘Pachoti’ is a traditional folk festival of Assam. The birth of a baby, particularly a male infant is celebrated with relatives and neighbours. It is related to the celebration of the birth of Lord Krishna.
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Question 20 of 30
20. Question
Category: Science and TechnologyOrganic Light Emitting Diodes (OLEDs) are used to create digital display in many devices. What are the advantages of OLED displays over Liquid Crystal displays?
- OLED displays can be fabricated on flexible plastic substrates.
- Roll-up displays embedded in clothing can be made using OLEDs.
- Transparent displays are possible using OLEDs.
Select the correct answer using the code given below: [UPSC 2017]
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All the statements are correct.
Incorrect
All the statements are correct.
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Question 21 of 30
21. Question
Category: HealthConsider the statements given below:
Assertion (statement A): Unlike antibiotics for Bacterial infections, there are no antiviral drugs for Viruses and the treatment for viral disease involves treatment for the symptoms of the disease.
Reason (statement B): Unlike Bacterium Viruses remain inactive outside a host organism.
Options:
Correct
Statement B is true, Statement A is false.
Antiviral drugs are available. Antiviral drugs are a class of medication used specifically for treating viral infections. Most antivirals are used for specific viral infections. Unlike most antibiotics, antiviral drugs do not destroy their target pathogen; instead, they inhibit their development. Most antivirals are considered relatively harmless to the host, and therefore can be used to treat infections. They should be distinguished from viricides, which are not medication but deactivate or destroy virus particles, either inside or outside the body. Natural viricides are produced by some plants such as eucalyptus and Australian tea trees.
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Statement B is true, Statement A is false.
Antiviral drugs are available. Antiviral drugs are a class of medication used specifically for treating viral infections. Most antivirals are used for specific viral infections. Unlike most antibiotics, antiviral drugs do not destroy their target pathogen; instead, they inhibit their development. Most antivirals are considered relatively harmless to the host, and therefore can be used to treat infections. They should be distinguished from viricides, which are not medication but deactivate or destroy virus particles, either inside or outside the body. Natural viricides are produced by some plants such as eucalyptus and Australian tea trees.
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Question 22 of 30
22. Question
Category: PolityWhich of the following is/are correct about the Central Vigilance Commission?
- It is the apex vigilance institution in India.
- It was set up by the Government in 1964.
- It was set up based on the recommendations of the Balwant Rai Committee.
Options:
Correct
1 and 2 only are correct. The CVC was set up based on the recommendations of the Santhanam Committee.
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1 and 2 only are correct. The CVC was set up based on the recommendations of the Santhanam Committee.
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Question 23 of 30
23. Question
Category: Environment and EcologyWith reference to Mangroves, which of the following statements is/are correct?
- Mangrove forests only grow at tropical and subtropical latitudes.
- Mangrove forests stabilize the coastline, reducing erosion from storm surges, currents, waves, and tides.
Options:
Correct
Both are correct statements.
Incorrect
Both are correct statements.
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Question 24 of 30
24. Question
Category: EconomySpecial Drawing Rights (SDR) is associated with which of the following?
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Special Drawing Rights (SDR) refers to an international type of monetary reserve currency created by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in 1969 that operates as a supplement to the existing money reserves of member countries. SDRs are units of account for the IMF and not a currency per se. They instead represent a claim to currency held by IMF member countries for which they may be exchanged. It is pegged with the U.S. dollar, Euro, Chinese yuan, Japanese yen, and Pound sterling.
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Special Drawing Rights (SDR) refers to an international type of monetary reserve currency created by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in 1969 that operates as a supplement to the existing money reserves of member countries. SDRs are units of account for the IMF and not a currency per se. They instead represent a claim to currency held by IMF member countries for which they may be exchanged. It is pegged with the U.S. dollar, Euro, Chinese yuan, Japanese yen, and Pound sterling.
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Question 25 of 30
25. Question
Category: Environment and EcologyWhere is the Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary located?
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Kerala
Incorrect
Kerala
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Question 26 of 30
26. Question
Category: HistoryWhich of the following statement/s is/are correct with respect to the Poona Pact of 1932?
- It was signed in the Yerawada jail.
- It sought to provide a separate electorate for the depressed classes.
Options:
Correct
1 only is correct.
The Poona Pact was an agreement between Mahatma Gandhi and Dr. B.R. Ambedkar on behalf of depressed classes and upper-caste Hindu leaders on the reservation of electoral seats for the depressed classes in the legislature of the British India government. The Poona Pact was signed in the backdrop of the communal award which sought to provide a separate electorate for the depressed classes. This was opposed by the nationalists as this was viewed as a move by the British to divide the Indians on caste lines.
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1 only is correct.
The Poona Pact was an agreement between Mahatma Gandhi and Dr. B.R. Ambedkar on behalf of depressed classes and upper-caste Hindu leaders on the reservation of electoral seats for the depressed classes in the legislature of the British India government. The Poona Pact was signed in the backdrop of the communal award which sought to provide a separate electorate for the depressed classes. This was opposed by the nationalists as this was viewed as a move by the British to divide the Indians on caste lines.
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Question 27 of 30
27. Question
Category: Art and CultureWhich of the following statements is/are correct about Raja Ravi Varma?
- Varma worked on both portrait and landscape paintings, and is considered among the first Indian artists to use oil paints.
- The British colonial government awarded Varma with the Kaiser-i-Hind Gold Medal.
- A crater on the planet Mars was named in his honour.
Options:
Correct
1 and 2 only are correct.
Incorrect
1 and 2 only are correct.
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Question 28 of 30
28. Question
Category: Art and CultureConsider the following statements about Khajuraho Temples:
- The Khajuraho temples belong to the Hindu as well as the Buddhist religion.
- They were built between 950-1050 AD by the Chandela Dynasty.
- The temples are famous for their Vesara Style of Temple Architecture.
Options:
Correct
Statement 2 is only correct. The Khajuraho temples belong to Hindu and Jain religions. The temples showcase the Nagara style of temple architecture.
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Statement 2 is only correct. The Khajuraho temples belong to Hindu and Jain religions. The temples showcase the Nagara style of temple architecture.
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Question 29 of 30
29. Question
Category: PolityIn India, other than ensuring that public funds are used efficiently and for their intended purpose, what is the importance of the office of the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG)?
- CAG exercises exchequer control on behalf of the Parliament when the President of India declares a national emergency/financial emergency.
- CAG reports on the execution of projects or programmes by the ministries are discussed by the Public Accounts Committee.
- Information from CAG reports can be used by investigating agencies to frame charges against those who have violated the law while managing public finances.
- While dealing with the audit and accounting of government companies, CAG has certain judicial powers for prosecuting those who violate the law.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct? [UPSC 2012]
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Question 30 of 30
30. Question
Category: PolityConsider the following statements with respect to the Question Hour:
- Questions cannot be directed at the private members during this hour.
- There is no Question Hour on the day the President addresses MPs from both Houses in the Central Hall.
- It is not mentioned in the parliamentary rules book.
- Question Hour is not scheduled on the day the Finance Minister presents the Budget.
Which of the given statement/s is/are INCORRECT?
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Statements 1 and 3 are incorrect.
During the Question hour, Members of Parliament ask questions to ministers and hold them accountable for the functioning of their ministries. The questions can also be asked to the private members (MPs who are not ministers). There is no Question Hour on the day the President addresses MPs from both Houses in the Central Hall. Question Hour is not scheduled on the day the Finance Minister presents the Budget. Question Hour is mentioned in the Rules of Procedure of the House.
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Statements 1 and 3 are incorrect.
During the Question hour, Members of Parliament ask questions to ministers and hold them accountable for the functioning of their ministries. The questions can also be asked to the private members (MPs who are not ministers). There is no Question Hour on the day the President addresses MPs from both Houses in the Central Hall. Question Hour is not scheduled on the day the Finance Minister presents the Budget. Question Hour is mentioned in the Rules of Procedure of the House.
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