{"id":2841,"date":"2024-09-20T10:55:57","date_gmt":"2024-09-20T10:55:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lawentranceindia.com\/blogs\/?p=2841"},"modified":"2024-09-20T12:16:37","modified_gmt":"2024-09-20T12:16:37","slug":"mlc-daily-current-affairs-20-september-2024","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lawentranceindia.com\/blogs\/mlc-daily-current-affairs-20-september-2024\/","title":{"rendered":"MLC Daily Current Affairs – 20 September 2024"},"content":{"rendered":"

Today in History (September 20th<\/sup>, 1857)<\/h1>\n

On September 20, 1857, during the Indian Rebellion of 1857 (also known as the Indian Mutiny or Sepoy Mutiny), British troops captured and liberated the city of Delhi from the rebel forces.<\/p>\n

Let\u2019s Revise<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n

A) What is the primary focus of the paper \u2018Relative Economic Performance of Indian States: 1960-61 to 2023-24\u2019?<\/strong><\/p>\n

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  1. The impact of foreign investments on Indian states<\/li>\n
  2. The relative economic performance of Indian states<\/li>\n
  3. The demographic changes in Indian states<\/li>\n
  4. The environmental policies of Indian states<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Answer: b) <\/strong>
    \nExplanation:<\/strong> The paper examines the relative economic performance of Indian states over the past six and a half decades using indicators such as share in India\u2019s GDP and relative per capita income.
    \nB) Which data source is used for the analysis in the report?<\/strong><\/p>\n

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    1. Reserve Bank of India (RBI)<\/li>\n
    2. Ministry of Finance<\/li>\n
    3. Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI)<\/li>\n
    4. NITI Aayog<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      Answer: c) <\/strong>
      \nExplanation:<\/strong> The data for the analysis is taken from the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI).
      \nC) What significant change occurred in the economic performance of southern states after 1991?<\/strong><\/p>\n

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      1. They experienced a decline in GDP share<\/li>\n
      2. They became the leading performers in India<\/li>\n
      3. Their population growth rate increased significantly<\/li>\n
      4. They faced major economic crises<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

        Answer: b) <\/strong>
        \nExplanation:<\/strong> Since the economic liberalization of 1991, the southern states have emerged as the leading performers, with their per capita income becoming higher than the national average.
        \nD) In 2023-24, what percentage of India\u2019s GDP was accounted for by Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu together?<\/strong><\/p>\n

          \n
        1. 20%<\/li>\n
        2. 25%<\/li>\n
        3. 30%<\/li>\n
        4. 35%<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

          Answer: c)<\/strong>
          \nExplanation:<\/strong> In 2023-24, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu together accounted for approximately 30 percent of India\u2019s GDP.
          \nE) Which state has maintained the highest share of India\u2019s GDP for almost the entire period mentioned?<\/strong><\/p>\n

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          1. Gujarat<\/li>\n
          2. Maharashtra<\/li>\n
          3. Goa<\/li>\n
          4. Delhi<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

            Answer: b) <\/strong>
            \nExplanation:<\/strong> Maharashtra has maintained the highest share of India\u2019s GDP for almost all of the period mentioned in the content. Maharashtra’s contribution to India’s growth is significant. The state accounts for 12.92% of India’s GDP.
            \nF) How much did Gujarat\u2019s share of India\u2019s GDP increase from 2000-01 to 2022-23?<\/strong><\/p>\n

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            1. From 5.0 percent to 7.0 percent<\/li>\n
            2. From 6.4 percent to 8.1 percent<\/li>\n
            3. From 4.5 percent to 6.5 percent<\/li>\n
            4. From 7.0 percent to 9.0 percent<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

              Answer: b) <\/strong>
              \nExplanation:<\/strong> Gujarat\u2019s share of India\u2019s GDP increased from 6.4 percent in 2000-01 to 8.1 percent in 2022-23.
              \nG) What significant change occurred in Goa\u2019s relative per capita income since 1970-71?<\/strong><\/p>\n

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              1. It decreased by half<\/li>\n
              2. It remained the same<\/li>\n
              3. It doubled<\/li>\n
              4. It tripled<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                Answer: c)<\/strong>
                \nExplanation:<\/strong> Goa\u2019s relative per capita income has doubled since 1970-71.<\/p>\n

                Summary of Today\u2019s News<\/strong><\/h2>\n

                India chose to abstain from a UN General Assembly resolution on Israel<\/span><\/h3>\n

                \u2022\tIndia emphasized that the United Nations should focus on “building bridges” between Israelis and Palestinians.
                \n\u2022\tThis statement came as India chose to abstain from a UN General Assembly resolution urging Israel to withdraw from Palestinian territories based on an International Court of Justice opinion.
                \n\u2022\tIndia was one of 43 countries that abstained, while 124 out of 181 members supported the resolution, which included calls for sanctions against Israel.
                \n\u2022\tIndia\u2019s UN representative, P. Harish, highlighted the need for collaboration to foster peace, advocating for a two-state solution and emphasizing the importance of the UN charter.
                \n\u2022\tHe condemned the terrorist attacks on Israel in October 2023 and the resulting civilian casualties but did not specifically blame either side for the ongoing violence.
                \n\u2022\tThis abstention marks a shift for India, which has historically supported resolutions demanding Israel’s withdrawal from occupied territories.
                \n\u2022\tDifferences in the resolution’s language, particularly a one-year deadline for withdrawal, influenced India’s decision.
                \n\u2022\tAdditionally, Indian defense companies have partnerships with Israeli firms, which could impact India’s arms trade stance.
                \n\u2022\tThe resolution followed recent bombings in Lebanon, attributed to Israel by the Lebanese government.<\/p>\n

                Union Cabinet Approved One Nation, One Poll Proposal<\/span><\/h3>\n

                Context<\/strong>
                \n\u2022\tThe Union Cabinet has approved the “One Nation, One Election” proposal for simultaneous elections for Lok Sabha, state assemblies, and local bodies.
                \nAbout the Proposal<\/strong>
                \n\u2022\tThe proposal is based on recommendations from a committee led by former President Ram Nath Kovind.
                \n\u2022\tThe plan has two phases:
                \n1.\tFirst Phase: Lok Sabha and state assembly elections held together.
                \n2.\tSecond Phase: Local body elections to occur within 100 days of general elections.
                \n\u2022\tA common electoral roll will be created for all elections.
                \n\u2022\tAn implementation group will oversee discussions nationwide.
                \n\u2022\tThe Cabinet has proposed 18 constitutional amendments, most of which won\u2019t need state assembly approval but must be passed by Parliament.
                \n\u2022\tA bill will likely be introduced in Parliament during the upcoming winter session.
                \nWhat Are Simultaneous Elections?<\/strong>
                \n\u2022\tSimultaneous elections mean holding Lok Sabha and state assembly elections at the same time, aiming to reduce election frequency and costs.
                \n\u2022\tIndia previously held simultaneous elections in 1951-52, 1957, 1962, and 1967, but has not maintained this schedule since.
                \nArguments in Favor<\/strong>
                \n\u2022\tReduced Costs: Saves money by avoiding separate elections each year.
                \n\u2022\tSimplified Process: Managing one election is easier than multiple elections, improving resource efficiency.
                \n\u2022\tLess Disruption: Fewer elections mean less interruption from the Model Code of Conduct, allowing better governance.
                \n\u2022\tClear Accountability: Voters can hold parties accountable for both national and state governance simultaneously.
                \nArguments Against<\/strong>
                \n\u2022\tLogistical Challenges: Coordinating elections across states and the central government can be very difficult.
                \n\u2022\tRegional Issues Overlooked: Local priorities may be overshadowed by national issues, benefiting larger parties.
                \n\u2022\tComplex Reforms Required: Significant constitutional changes and legal adjustments would be necessary.
                \nWay Ahead<\/strong>
                \n\u2022\tSynchronizing elections for all government levels could improve governance, making it more transparent and inclusive.
                \n\u2022\tThe law commission will soon release its own report on simultaneous elections.
                \n\u2022\tIt may recommend starting simultaneous elections for all three levels of government\u2014Lok Sabha, state assemblies, and local bodies\u2014by 2029.<\/p>\n