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upsc-p1-current-affairs-important-days MCQ - Practice Questions with Answers
Solve 9 upsc-p1-current-affairs-important-days questions for RAS/RPSC preparation.
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Q1Arrange the following events in chronological order, from the earliest to the latest: A. Transfer of power associated with Independence Day B. Adoption of the Constitution by the Constituent Assembly C. Commencement of the Constitution D. Proclamation of the International Day of Non-Violence by the UN General Assembly Select the correct answer using the code given below.
Option C is correct. The transfer of power occurred in 1947, the Constitution was adopted in 1949 and commenced in 1950, while the UN General Assembly proclaimed the International Day of Non-Violence in 2007.
Q2With reference to the International Day of Yoga, consider the following statements: 1. It is observed on 21 June. 2. UN General Assembly Resolution 69/131 was adopted on 11 December 2014. 3. Its first observance took place in 2015. Which of the statements given above are correct? Select the correct answer using the code given below.
All three statements are correct. The resolution was adopted in December 2014, the first observance followed in 2015, and 21 June is the annual date of the observance.
Q3With reference to international law in the Indian legal system, consider the following statements: 1. In Maganbhai Ishwarbhai Patel v. Union of India, the Supreme Court recognised the executive's treaty-making power, while requiring legislation where implementation affects private rights or alters domestic law. 2. In Vishaka v. State of Rajasthan, international conventions and norms were used to fill a domestic legal vacuum when consistent with Fundamental Rights. 3. In Re Berubari Union, the Supreme Court held that Indian territory could be ceded through a simple executive agreement. Which of the statements given above are correct? Select the correct answer using the code given below.
Statements 1 and 2 are correct. Re Berubari Union held that cession of Indian territory requires a constitutional amendment; a simple executive agreement is insufficient.
Q4Consider the following statements about India's G20 presidency in 2023: Statement I: The New Delhi Leaders' Declaration welcomed the African Union as a permanent member of the G20. Statement II: A summit declaration automatically acquires the force of domestic law in India merely upon its adoption. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
Statement I is correct and Statement II is incorrect. The 2023 declaration welcomed the African Union as a permanent member, but summit declarations are generally political commitments and do not automatically become enforceable domestic law.
Q5With reference to India's national observances, consider the following statements: 1. Republic Day marks the commencement of the Constitution on 26 January 1950. 2. Constitution Day commemorates the adoption of the Constitution on 26 November 1949. 3. National Voters Day is associated with the foundation day of the Election Commission of India in 1950. Which of the statements given above are correct? Select the correct answer using the code given below.
All three statements are correct. Republic Day concerns commencement in 1950, Constitution Day concerns adoption in 1949, and National Voters Day is linked to the Election Commission's foundation day in 1950.
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6Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the code given below. List I (Observance) A. Republic Day B. Constitution Day C. National Voters Day D. National Unity Day List II (Associated fact) 1. Foundation day of the Election Commission of India in 1950 2. Commencement of the Constitution in 1950 3. Commemoration of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel 4. Adoption of the Constitution in 1949
7With reference to the constitutional basis of India's international engagement, consider the following statements: 1. Article 51 directs the State to promote international peace and respect for international law. 2. Union List Entry 12 deals with treaties, agreements and conventions with foreign countries. 3. Union List Entry 13 covers participation in international conferences and implementation of decisions made there. Which of the statements given above are correct? Select the correct answer using the code given below.
8Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the code given below. List I (Forum or output) A. QUAD B. Shanghai Cooperation Organisation C. ASEAN-related summits D. Conference of Parties under UNFCCC List II (Primary exam focus) 1. Eurasian security and connectivity 2. Climate-convention decisions 3. Flexible Indo-Pacific strategic forum 4. Act East policy and regional architecture
9Arrange the following events in chronological order, from the earliest to the latest: A. Purna Swaraj declaration B. Adoption of the Constitution by the Constituent Assembly C. Foundation of the Election Commission of India D. Commencement of the Constitution Select the correct answer using the code given below.