15th April 2024 | [Quiz] Current | For Prelims 2024

Consider the following statements about the allocation of election symbols to political parties in India:

1. A party must win at least 10% of seats in the Lok Sabha or state assembly to be recognized as a national or state party.
2. Recognized national or state parties have their symbols reserved across the country or state, respectively, preventing their use by other candidates.
3. Registered but unrecognized parties are eligible for a common symbol if they contest in at least two Lok Sabha constituencies or in 5% of assembly seats in a state.
4. Symbols are allotted on a ‘first-come-first-served’ basis during a period commencing six months prior to the expiry of the term of the Lok Sabha or State Assembly.

How many of the above statements are correct?

Where is the Kumittipathi rock painting located?

Consider the following statements:

Statement-I: An OCI cardholder is entitled to the same rights as Indian citizens, including voting rights.

Statement-II: OCI cardholders can travel to India without requiring a visa and do not need to register with local police, regardless of the length of their stay.

Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

Consider the following statements about the mechanisms for settling inter-state disputes as per the Constitution of India:

1. Article 131 of the Constitution grants exclusive jurisdiction to the Supreme Court to address disputes between the Union Government and individual states or among states themselves.
2. Under Article 262, Parliament may legislate on inter-state river disputes and exclude the jurisdiction of all courts including the Supreme Court.

Which of the above given statement are correct?

Consider the following statements about the International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA):

1. The IBCA is a coalition composed of 96 countries and various conservation partners, scientific organizations, and corporates dedicated to the conservation of big cats.
2. The alliance focuses exclusively on the conservation of three big cats: tiger, lion, and leopard.
3. India played a pivotal role in the establishment of IBCA and launched it during the 50th anniversary of Project Tiger in 2023.
4. The IBCA headquarters is located in the United States as part of a global initiative led by India.

How many of the above statements are correct?