APTI PLUS Academy For Civil Services

Consider the following statements about GSAT-20 (CMS-03): 1. GSAT-20 features a Ka-band high-throughput communications payload capable of delivering up to 70 Gbps throughput. 2. The satellite was launched by an indigenous GSLV Mk III rocket developed by ISRO. 3. GSAT-20 is intended to support the Smart Cities Mission by enhancing communication infrastructure. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Statement 1 is correct: Cannabis plants contain over 100 cannabinoids including tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD). THC is the primary psychoactive component responsible for the "high" associated with cannabis use. Statement 2 is correct: Under the United Nations Single Convention on Narcotic Drugs (1961) cannabis is listed as a Schedule I drug indicating a high potential for abuse and limited medical use. However, some countries have challenged this classification in recent years. Statement 3 is incorrect: Medical cannabis is legal in more than 50 countries worldwide including the U.S., Canada and parts of Europe. In India, cannabis is not explicitly legalized for medical use. However, under certain regulatory frameworks, limited use of cannabis-based products for medical purposes may be permitted.

Sarangi is known for its emotive and soulful sound, and also for its ability to mimic the human voice. There are other instruments which can mimic the human voice like violin, cello, oboe etc.

Consider the following statements about Cannabis: 1. Cannabis plants contain over 100 identified cannabinoids with THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) being the primary psychoactive compound. 2. Cannabis is classified as a Schedule I drug under the United Nations Single Convention on Narcotic Drugs. 3. Medical cannabis is legal in more than 50 countries globally including India. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A direct tax is a type of charge imposed directly on the taxpayer and paid directly to the government by the individuals (legal or natural) on whom it is imposed. A direct tax is one that cannot be shifted from the taxpayer to another. 1. Capital gains tax is a type of direct tax in India that is levied on income derived from the sale of investments or assets. Capital assets include real estate, art, businesses, stocks, bonds, and farms. Capital gains are calculated as the difference between the sale and purchase prices of these assets. 2. The Securities Transaction Tax (STT) is a direct tax on the purchase and sale of securities such as stocks, mutual funds, and derivatives on recognized stock exchanges in India. It applies to both buyers and sellers and is expressed as a percentage of the transaction value. 3. Service tax is an indirect tax in which the service provider collects and pays the tax owed by the service receiver to the Indian government. The tax on services provided by the service provider is referred to as service tax. Service tax is paid on services rendered in the same way that excise duty is paid on manufactured goods. 4. Customs duty is an indirect tax levied on goods traded internationally. Duties levied on imported goods are known as import duty, while duties levied on exported goods are known as export duty.

Statement 1 is correct: The Rights of Persons with Disabilities (RPwD) Act, enacted in 2016, is in line with India's obligations under the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. Its objective is to improve accessibility to the physical environment, transportation, communication, and public facilities. Statement 2 is incorrect: The Rights of Persons with Disabilities (RPwD) Act 2016 increases the number of disabilities from 7 to 21, and the Central Government has the authority to add more types of disabilities. Statement 3 is incorrect: Under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (RPwD) Act 2016, people with benchmark disabilities are eligible for a 5% reservation in government and government-funded higher education institutions. People with benchmark disabilities are eligible for a 4% reservation in government jobs.

Which of the following are the examples of Direct tax? 1. Capital Gains Tax 2. Securities Transaction Tax 3. Service Tax 4. Custom duty Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

Consider the following statements in the context of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016: 1. It was enacted to fulfill India's obligations under the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. 2. It provided the state government the authority to add more types of disabilities. 3. It offers a 2% reservation in government jobs to people with benchmark disabilities. How many of the above statements are correct?