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

Consider the following statements regarding the jurisdiction and powers of the National Investigation Agency (NIA):

1. NIA requires special permissions from state governments to operate and handle cases within their respective territories.
2. It has the authority to investigate offenses that include cross-border implications and terrorism-related activities across India.
3. NIA was established immediately after the terrorist attacks in Mumbai in December 2008.

Which of the statements is/are correct?

Consider the following statements about the right to a speedy trial in the context of the Indian legal system:

1. The Supreme Court of India has mentioned that the right to a speedy trial fall under the ambit of Article 22 of the Indian Constitution.
2. The Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) mandates that judgments must be delivered within 60 days after the completion of arguments.
3. The Kartar Singh vs State of Punjab judgment affirmed that the right to a speedy trial is integral to the protections under Article 21, spanning from arrest to conclusion of the trial.

Which of the statements is/are correct?

Evaluate the following statements concerning the implementation strategies and features of the Aspirational Blocks Programme:

1. The programme's implementation focuses exclusively on physical infrastructure development in the selected blocks.
2. Flexibility in strategy adaptation allows state governments to tailor approaches based on local needs and conditions.
3. The programme promotes a competitive spirit among blocks using a ranking system that measures progress based on 40 key performance indicators.

Which combination of the statements is/are true?

In the context of judicial interpretations of Article 19(1)(a) of the Indian Constitution, which of the following cases is associated with recognizing the freedom of the press as a fundamental right?