14th June 2024 | [Quiz] Current | For Prelims 2024

Consider the following statements regarding the Medical Termination of Pregnancy (MTP) Act:

1. The MTP Act was first introduced in 1971 based on the recommendations of the Shantilal Shah Committee.
2. The amendment introduced in 2021 allows abortion up to 20 weeks with the advice of two Registered Medical Practitioners.
3. Confidentiality of the woman’s identity and particulars is not specified under the original MTP Act, 1971.

How many of the above statements are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding India’s immunization programs:

1. Mission Indradhanush, launched in 2014, aims to increase immunization coverage in underserved areas.
2. The Electronic Vaccine Intelligence Network (eVIN) system is utilized to ensure real-time monitoring of vaccine stocks and cold chain logistics.
3. UIP has incorporated adult vaccination into its schedule as a part of its recent expansions.

How many of the above statements are correct?

Consider the following statements on Pattachitra paintings:

1. The themes of Pattachitra paintings often include Mughal architectural motifs and modern abstract forms.
2. Popular themes include Krishna Lila, depicting Jagannath as Lord Krishna, and Dasabatara Patti, showing the ten incarnations of Lord Vishnu.
3. The paintings are treated with a synthetic varnish over a charcoal fire to set the colors after completion.
4. Pattachitra artists, known as Chitrakars, use palm leaves and Tussar silk as canvases only in traditional settings.

How many of the above statements are correct?

Consider the following statements on Look Out Circulars (LOCs):

1. They can be issued against suspects, accused persons, witnesses, or others of interest to law enforcement.
2. The purpose of LOCs is to ensure individuals with pending criminal investigations or charges do not evade legal proceedings.

Which of the above statements are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding the Street Vendors (Protection of Livelihood and Regulation of Street Vending) Act, 2014:

1. The Act was enacted to provide legal recognition and prevent arbitrary evictions of street vendors in India.
2. Town Vending Committees (TVCs) are composed entirely of government officials to regulate street vending through transparent means.
3. The Act mandates periodic surveys every five years by Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) to update the list of street vendors.

How many of the above statements are correct?