Daily Quiz

Solution (b)
Explanation:
• The NGT was established in 2010 to handle cases related to environmental protection and conservation of forests, under the National Green Tribunal Act, 2010. (Option (a) is incorrect)
• The ‘Dehradun Declaration’ was prepared by the directors of the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) labs in 2015. It focused on marketing patents as a means to self-finance research, reducing dependency on government funding. (Option (b) is correct)
• INCOIS was established in 1999 under the Ministry of Earth Sciences to provide ocean-related services and information. (Option (c) is incorrect)
• The Dehradun Declaration focuses on self-financing research rather than the general promotion of IP rights. (Option (d) is incorrect)

Source: https://pib.gov.in/newsite/PrintRelease.aspx?relid=122489 & https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/hints-of-the-corporatisation-of-science-research-in-india/article68521467.ece

Solution (a)

Explanation:

• The National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM) is released by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. The list aims to ensure the availability of essential medicines at affordable prices across India and plays a key role in reducing healthcare costs. (Option (a) is correct)
• ICMR is primarily involved in biomedical research and does not have the mandate to release the National List of Essential Medicines. It conducts research to find solutions to health problems in India. (Option (b) is incorrect)
• While NPPA is involved in regulating the prices of pharmaceutical drugs in India, it does not release the National List of Essential Medicines. NPPA ensures that medicines are available at reasonable prices but works under the list provided by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. (Option (c) is incorrect)
• CDSCO is the national regulatory authority for pharmaceuticals and medical devices. It is primarily concerned with the quality control of drugs and ensuring their safety and efficacy in the market. (Option (d) is incorrect)

Source: https://pharmaceuticals.gov.in/sites/default/files/NLEM.pdf & https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/expanding-contraceptive-choices/article68520437.ece#:~:text=With%20research%20and%20technological%20advancements,with%20critical%20decisions%20like%20these.

Solution (d)

Explanation:

• The Fundamental Duties were recommended by the Swaran Singh Committee. The Swaran Singh Committee was responsible for incorporating Fundamental Duties into the Indian Constitution through the 42nd Amendment Act, 1976. (Option (a) is incorrect)
• The NJAC was proposed by the 99th Constitutional Amendment Act, 2014. The commission was aimed at reforming the appointment process of judges but was later struck down by the Supreme Court. (Option (b) is incorrect)
• The Finance Commission is a constitutional body established under Article 280 of the Indian Constitution. The Finance Commission has a mandate to distribute financial resources between the Centre and the States. (Option (c) is incorrect)
• The Balakrishnan Committee (1989) recommended the establishment of a Legislative Assembly and Council of Ministers for the National Capital Territory (NCT) of Delhi. This led to the 69th Constitutional Amendment Act in 1991, which provided for these institutions. (Option (d) is correct)

Source: https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/an-overview-of-governance-in-delhi-explained/article68522086.ece#:~:text=The%20MCD%20was%20established%20in,for%20the%20NCT%20of%20Delhi.

Solution (a)

Explanation:

• Ballast water is essential to maintain a ship’s stability, balance, and structural integrity, especially when the ship is not carrying cargo. It helps ensure the ship remains properly immersed in the water, which is necessary for safe navigation. (Statement 1 is correct)
• The Ballast Water Management (BWM) Convention was introduced by the International Maritime Organization (IMO), not the World Health Organization (WHO). The IMO is responsible for the regulation of shipping and introduced the BWM Convention to prevent the spread of invasive aquatic species through ships’ ballast water. (Statement 2 is incorrect)
• As of August 2024, India is not a signatory to the International Convention for the Control and Management of Ships’ Ballast Water and Sediments, 2004 (BWM Convention). This means that ships entering India from other countries are not subject to the checks or regulations on their ballast water as outlined by the convention. (Statement 3 is incorrect)

Source: https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/does-india-have-laws-against-invasive-species-from-ballast-water/article68522092.ece

Solution (b)

Explanation:

• The Civil Registration System (CRS) falls under the Concurrent List of the Constitution of India, specifically at Entry 30. This means that both the Central and State governments have the authority to legislate on this subject. The system is designed to record vital events such as births, deaths, and still births continuously and permanently. (Statement 1 is correct)
• According to the Registration of Births and Deaths (RBD) Act, 1969, the events of births, still births, and deaths must be registered at the place where the event actually occurred. This ensures the accuracy and reliability of the registration process. (Statement 2 is correct)
• While the normal period for reporting the event is indeed 21 days from its occurrence, there is an allowance for delayed registration. Under Section 13 of the RBD Act, 1969, events can be registered even after the normal period has expired, though the process may involve additional formalities and possibly a late fee. (Statement 3 is incorrect)

Source: https://dc.crsorgi.gov.in/crs/about