UPSC PRELIMS GS PAPER-1 2012

In the areas covered under the Panchayat (Extension to the Scheduled Areas) Act, 1996, what is the role/power of Gram Sabha? (1). Gram Sabha has the power to prevent alienation of land in the Scheduled Areas. (2). Gram Sabha has the ownership of minor forest produce. (3). Recommendation of Gram Sabha is required for granting prospecting licence or mining lease for any mineral in the Scheduled Areas. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

In the Parliament of India, the purpose of an adjournment motion is

How does National Biodiversity Authority (NBA) help in protecting the Indian agriculture? (1). NBA checks the biopiracy and protects the indigenous and traditional genetic resources. (2). NBA directly monitors and supervises the scientific research on genetic modification of crop plants. (3). Application for Intellectual Property Rights related to genetic/biological resources cannot be made without the approval of NBA. Which of the statements given is/are correct?

The National Green Tribunal Act, 2010 was enacted in consonance with which of the following provisions of the Constitution of India? (1). Right to healthy environment, construed as a part of Right to life under Article 21 (2). Provision of grants for raising the level of administration in the Scheduled Areas for the welfare of Scheduled Tribes under section 275 (1) (3). Powers and functions of Gram Sabha as mentioned under Article 243 (A.) Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

If National Water Mission is properly and completely implemented, how will it impact the country? (1). Part of the water needs of urban areas will be met through recycling of waste water. (2). The water requirement of coastal cities with inadequate alternative sources of water will be met by adopting appropriate technologies that allow for use of ocean water. (3). All the rivers of Himalayan origin will be linked to the rivers of peninsular India. (4). The expenses incurred by farmers for digging bore wells and for installing motors and pump sets to draw groundwater will be completely reimbursed by the Government. Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

Consider the following provisions under the Directive Principles of State Policy as enshrined in the Constitution of India: (1). Securing the citizens of India a uniform civil code (2). Organizing village Panchayats (3). Promoting cottage industries in rural areas (4). Securing for all the workers reasonable leisure and cultural opportunities. Which of the above are the Gandhian Principles that are reflected in the Directive Principles of State Policy?