Question 1

With reference to the National Rehabilitation and Resettlement Policy, 2007, consider the following statements: 1. This policy is applicable only to the persons affected by the acquisition of land for projects and not to the involuntary displacement due to any other reason. 2. This policy has been formulated by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Accepted Answer

The National Rehabilitation and Resettlement Policy, 2007 applies specifically to individuals impacted by land acquisition for projects, not to those involuntarily displaced for other reasons. The policy was developed by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment. Statement 1 is correct, while Statement 2 is not.

Question 2

What is/are the purpose/purposes of 'District Mineral Foundations' in India? 1. Promoting mineral exploration activities in mineral-rich districts 2. Protecting the interests of the persons affected by mining operations 3. Authorizing State Governments to issue licences for mineral exploration. Select the correct answer using the code given below.

Accepted Answer

District Mineral Foundations (DMFs) in India serve the purpose of protecting the interests of individuals impacted by mining operations and ensuring that the benefits of mining activities reach the affected areas. They are established as non-profit trusts in mineral-rich districts to address the needs and concerns of communities affected by mining activities. The correct answer to the question regarding the purposes of DMFs is option (b), which indicates that their primary role is to safeguard the interests of those affected by mining operations.

Question 3

Consider the following statements: Statement-I: The Supreme Court of India has held in some judgements that the reservation policies made under Article 16(4) of the Constitution of India would be limited by Article 335 for maintenance of efficiency of administration. Statement-II: Article 335 of the Constitution of India defines the term 'efficiency of administration'. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

Accepted Answer

Article 335 of the Constitution of India does not define the term 'efficiency of administration'. It only states that the claims of the Scheduled Castes and the Scheduled Tribes shall be taken into consideration consistently with the maintenance of efficiency of administration. However, the Supreme Court has indeed held in some judgments that reservation policies under Article 16(4) can be limited by Article 335 for the maintenance of efficiency of administration.

Question 4

With reference to consumers' rights/privileges under the provisions of law in India, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. Consumers are empowered to take samples for food testing. 2. When a consumer files a complaint in any consumer forum, no fee is required to be paid. 3. In case of death of a consumer, his/her legal heir can file a complaint in the consumer forum on his/her behalf. Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

Accepted Answer

In India, consumers have certain rights protected by law. They can take samples for food testing and in the unfortunate event of a consumer's death, their legal heir has the right to file a complaint on their behalf in a consumer forum.

Question 5

Consider the following statements: 1. 'Right to the City' is an agreed human right and the UN-Habitat monitors the commitments made by each country in this regard. 2. 'Right to the City' gives every occupant of the city the right to reclaim public spaces and public participation in the city. 3. 'Right to the City' means that the State cannot deny any public service or facility to the unauthorized colonies in the city. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Accepted Answer

'Right to the City' is recognized as a human right, and the UN-Habitat oversees countries' commitments to this right. It entails granting city residents the right to reclaim public spaces and participate in city governance, emphasizing public participation. This right does not necessarily imply that the State must provide public services to unauthorized colonies in the city.

Rights Issues & Public Policy — UPSC Previous Year Questions

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Rights Issues & Public Policy — UPSC Previous Year Questions

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