CAPF (AC) 2012 (Paper-1) (Question 101-125)

Total Questions: 25

21. Who among the following had written to the Viceroy, "The Congress is as much opposed to victory for Nazism as any British can be. But their objective cannot be carried to the extent of their participation in the war"?

Correct Answer: (b) Mahatma Gandhi
Solution:

It was written by Mahatma Gandhi in 1940 during Individual Satyagraha to the Viceroy that, "The Congress is as much opposed to victory for Nazism as any British can be. But their objective cannot be carried to the extent of their participation in the war".

  • Gandhi’s ideology was rooted in ancient Indian values and universal human ethics. His major principles include:
  • Ahimsa (Nonviolence): Belief in non-harming as the most powerful weapon.
  • Satyagraha: Resistance based on truth, courage, and moral force rather than violence.
  • Sarvodaya: Welfare of all, especially the weakest sections of society.
  • Swadeshi and Self-Reliance: Promoted indigenous industries like khadi to empower rural India and reduce dependency on foreign goods.
  • Communal Harmony: Advocated religious tolerance and social unity, fighting against caste-based discrimination.

22. Which of the following statements about National Green Tribunal is/are correct?

1. It is a specialized body equipped with the necessary expertise to handle environmental disputes involving multidisciplinary issues.
2. The Tribunal shall be bound by the procedure laid down under the Code of Civil Procedure, 1908.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.

Correct Answer: (a) 1 only
Solution:

The National Green Tribunal (NGT) is a specialized body equipped with the necessary expertise to handle environmental disputes involving multi-disciplinary issues. The Tribunal shall not be bound by the procedure laid down under the Code of Civil Procedure, 1908, but shall be guided by principles of natural justice.

23. Consider the following about the initiatives taken by the Government of India with regard to total sanitation campaign :

1. Implementation of Nirmal Bharat Abhiyan scheme

2. Encouragement of the use of bio-toilet facility developed by DRDO on bio-digester technology

3. Making toilet construction mandatory for every household

Which of the above is/are correct?

Correct Answer: (b) 1 and 2 only
Solution:

Statements 1 and 2 are correct. Toilet construction is not mandatory for every household in total sanitation campaign.

  • Government of India introduced the Central Rural Sanitation Programme (CRSP) in 1986 primarily with the objective of improving the quality of life of the rural people and also to provide privacy and dignity to women.
  • From 1999, a “"demand driven” approach under the “"Total Sanitation Campaign” (TSC) emphasized more on Information, Education and Communication (IEC),Human Resource Development (HRD), Capacity Development activities to increase awareness among the rural people and generation of demand for sanitary facilities.
  • This enhanced people’s capacity to choose appropriate options through alternate delivery mechanisms as per their economic condition. Financial incentives were provided to Below Poverty Line (BPL) households for construction and usage of individual household latrines (IHHL) in recognition of their achievements.
  • To generate awareness on sanitation, the Nirmal Gram Puraskars (NGP) were awarded to recognise the achievements and efforts made at the GP level in ensuring full sanitation coverage and achieving other indicators of open defecation free GPs.
  • While the award gained popularity in bringing about a desire in the community for attaining Nirmal Status, there have been issues of sustainability in some awardee GPs.

24. On June 2012, about 40 nations participated in an Investment Summit held in New Delhi organized by the Confederation of Indian Industry in association with the Government of India to attract foreign direct investment to a country. Which one among the following is the beneficiary country?

Correct Answer: (a) Afghanistan
Solution:

On June 2012, about 40 nations participated in Delhi Investment Summit on Afghanistan. The main objective of the summit is to attract foreign investment in Afghanistan. The main focus was on opportunities in sectors like agriculture, infrastructure, education, health services, mining etc.

25. Consider the following statements :

  1. Vladimir Putin took his oath of office in May 2012 as the President of Russia for the third time defeating Dmitri Medvedev.
  2. Mr. Putin has been facing unprecedented challenges after mass protest against his election.
  3. Dmitri Medvedev was the Prime Minister of Russia during the presidency of Mr. Putin.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Correct Answer: (b) 2 and 3 only
Solution:

Vladimir Putin took his oath of office in May 2012 as the President of Russia for the third time. He was president from 2000 to 2008 and then Prime minister from 2008-2012.

Dmitri Medvedev was the President of Russia during 2008-12 until Putin was re-elected for the post. There were mass protests against election of Vladimidir Putin amid various corruption and economical challenges facing Russia.