Prelims Power Play 9 August 2023

1. Consider the following

1. Initiative
2. Recall
3. Referendum
4. Plebiscites

How many of the above are instruments of direct democracy?

2. Consider the following regarding CBI

1. It functions under the superintendence of the Ministry of Home.
2. It is also the nodal police agency in India which coordinates investigations on behalf of Interpol Member countries
3. It is a statutory body .

How many of the above statements are correct?

3. Consider the following statements about the National Digital Health Mission (NDHM):

1. It is being implemented by Niti Aayog.
2. It will only provide healthcare services in online modules.
3. All doctors practicing in India must mandatorily enroll in Digi Doctor – an integral part of NDHM.

Which of the above statements is /are correct? Select the correct answer from the code below:

4. Consider the following statements:

1. Select Committees are established to examine specific bills referred to them by the legislative body.
2. Select Committees are permanent committees established to work continuously and cover various aspects of parliamentary business.

Which one of the following is correct with respect to the above statements?

5. Consider the following statements:

Statement I: “Sponge City Concept” help to reduce flooding in urban areas.

Statement II: The “Sponge City Concept” aims to mimic natural water absorption processes, enhancing groundwater recharge and reducing surface runoff during heavy rainfall.

Which one of the following is correct with respect to the above statements?