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What was the primary goal of the TEPA agreement between India and EFTA?

  • To strengthen military alliances between the countries involved
  • To eliminate tariffs on all goods traded between India and EFTA
  • To promote investments and increase FDI in India by $100 billion (correct)
  • To establish a single currency between India and EFTA countries

    • Which country is identified as India's largest trading partner among the EFTA nations?

  • Norway
  • Switzerland (correct)
  • Iceland
  • Liechtenstein

    • What significant achievement does the TEPA agreement aim to facilitate in India over the next 15 years?

  • Introduction of new trade tariffs
  • Creation of 1 million direct employment opportunities (correct)
  • Reduction of unemployment to below 5%
  • Expansion of the military cooperation programs

    • What is the highest governing body of the EFTA?

    <p>EFTA Council</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When was the EFTA established?

    <p>1960</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which country joined the EFTA in 1970?

    <p>Iceland</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which founding member state is currently a member of the EU?

    <p>Finland</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the highest altitude of Pangong Tso Lake?

    <p>14,000 ft</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many years of negotiations did it take to reach the TEPA agreement?

    <p>15 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which legislative power was retained by the Parliament for the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir?

    <p>Making laws on any matter for J&amp;K</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the purpose of launching the National Mission for Sustaining the Himalayan Ecosystem?

    <p>To address climate change impacts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the target for FDI increase in India as outlined in the TEPA agreement?

    <p>USD 100 billion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What year was the J&K Reorganisation Act passed?

    <p>2019</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the theme for International Women’s Day in 2024?

    <p>Invest in Women, Accelerate Progress</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the first Indian Navy platform to deploy BrahMos?

    <p>INS Rajput</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which region borders Ladakh to the east?

    <p>Chinese Tibet Autonomous Region</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which scheme was first launched in 2015 in Panipat, Haryana?

    <p>Beti Bachao Beti Padhao Scheme</p> Signup and view all the answers

    As per the Women Business and Law Report 2024, which country scored the highest?

    <p>Italy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of engine does the BrahMos missile have for its first stage?

    <p>Solid propellant booster engine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What legislative power does the 6th Schedule provide for tribal areas?

    <p>Formation of Autonomous District Councils</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a river valley in Ladakh?

    <p>Ganges</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which act allows women to have 26 weeks of paid leave after childbirth?

    <p>Maternity Benefit (Amendment) Act, 2017</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant event occurred on October 31, 2019, related to Ladakh and J&K?

    <p>Formation of Union Territories of Ladakh and J&amp;K</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organization established the Press Information Bureau's Fact Check Unit?

    <p>Ministry of Information and Broadcasting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of the workforce in STEM do women in India represent?

    <p>28%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which date is recognized as International Day of Violence Against Women?

    <p>November 25</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act, 2019, what was the status of Ladakh?

    <p>Union Territory without a legislature</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which country followed Italy and scored second in the Women Business and Law Report 2024?

    <p>New Zealand</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which country among the EFTA members has been identified as the largest trading partner of India?

    <p>Switzerland</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the target for generating direct employment in India as specified in the TEPA agreement with EFTA?

    <p>1 million jobs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the headquarters location of the EFTA Council?

    <p>Geneva, Switzerland</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which year did Iceland become a member of the EFTA?

    <p>1970</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many founding member states were part of the EFTA when it was established?

    <p>7</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which founding member state joined the EFTA in 1986 and is now part of the EU?

    <p>Finland</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of the TEPA agreement between India and the EFTA?

    <p>Promote foreign investments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following countries joined the EFTA last among the listed nations?

    <p>Liechtenstein</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following interactions is included in the definitions of the European Economic Area (EEA)?

    <p>EU, Iceland, and Norway</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What year was the first International Women's Day celebrated?

    <p>1911</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which scheme was specifically launched to improve women's safety in India?

    <p>POSH Act, 2013</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under which act are intermediaries required to remove flagged content to maintain safe harbor protection?

    <p>IT Act, 2000</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary objective of the 6th schedule as defined in the Indian Constitution?

    <p>To establish autonomous administrative divisions in specified states</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which country scored 90 and above among OECD high-income economies in the Women Business and Law Report 2024?

    <p>Italy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of girls in India are reported to be anaemic during adolescence?

    <p>60%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant change was introduced by the Maternity Benefit (Amendment) Act, 2017?

    <p>Extended paid leave to 26 weeks for all types of mothers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many autonomous members are there in an Autonomous District Council set under the 6th schedule?

    <p>30 members</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Women Business and Law Report 2024 align with?

    <p>#AccelerateEquality Initiative</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes BrahMos missiles in their design compared to conventional missiles?

    <p>BrahMos has a two-stage design with different types of engines.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor contributes significantly to the environmental concerns in Ladakh?

    <p>Increase in tourist activities and pollution.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant legislative change does the J&K Reorganisation Act, 2019, represent for Jammu and Kashmir?

    <p>It repealed Article 370 and changed the region's status to Union Territories.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following factors is primarily responsible for the melting of glaciers in Ladakh?

    <p>Higher temperatures due to climate change.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which mission is specifically part of India's strategy to address Himalayan ecosystem sustainability?

    <p>National Mission for Sustaining the Himalayan Ecosystem</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the Gaganyaan mission aim to contribute to India's space endeavors?

    <p>By sending a three-member crew to space for at least seven days.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What altitude does Pangong Tso Lake sit at above sea level?

    <p>14,000 ft</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which geographical feature is referred to as 'fingers' in relation to Pangong Tso Lake?

    <p>The protruding mountain spurs along the northern bank.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What defines the operational administration of the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir after the 2019 Act?

    <p>It is administered by a Lieutenant Governor appointed by the President.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the first test date of the BrahMos missile?

    <p>2001</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    TEPA Agreement

    • India and EFTA (European Free Trade Association) reached a Trade & Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) after 15 years of negotiations.
    • EFTA countries are Switzerland, Iceland, Norway, and Liechtenstein.
    • Switzerland is India's largest trading partner within EFTA.
    • EFTA aims to increase India's foreign direct investment (FDI) stock by USD 100 billion in the next 15 years and create 1 million direct jobs.
    • EFTA's highest governing body is the EFTA Council, headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland.
    • EFTA was established in 1960 by the Stockholm Convention.
    • TEPA is India's 4th such agreement since 2014, following agreements with Mauritius (2021), UAE (2022), and Australia (2022).

    EFTA Details

    • EFTA's founding member states include Austria, Denmark, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, Switzerland, and the UK.
    • Iceland joined in 1970, Liechtenstein in 1991, and Finland in 1986 (now part of the EU).
    • The European Economic Area (EEA) includes EU members plus Iceland, Liechtenstein, and Norway (Switzerland is not part of the EEA).
    • EU's single market encompasses the EEA plus Switzerland.

    International Women's Day

    • Celebrated on March 8th.
    • 2024 theme: Invest in Women, Accelerate Progress.
    • First International Women's Day was in 1911.

    Women Business and Law Report 2024

    • 10th annual report by the World Bank Group.
    • A report aligning with the ongoing #AccelerateEquality initiative.
    • Includes 8 indicators, with the 2nd report adding 2 more.
    • High-income OECD economies, 11 scored 90+ (Italy #1 with 95).
    • Main weakness is women's safety.
    • Global average score: 36.
    • India's ranking: 113.

    Schemes Supporting Women

    • Beti Bachao Beti Padhao scheme (2015): Encourages the education and safety of girls.
    • Sukanya Samridhi scheme (2015): Savings scheme under the above campaign.
    • Mission Shakti Scheme (2022): 5-year scheme for women.
    • Maternity Benefit (Amendment) Act, 2017: Provides 26 weeks of paid leave post-childbirth (12 for surrogates/adoptive).
    • POSH Act, 2013: Broadened the scope of the Vishaka Guidelines (1997 Supreme Court guidelines).
    • POCSO (Protection of Children from Sexual Offences) Act, 2012: Other key legislation important for women.

    Women in STEM & Other Demographics

    • Women comprise only 28% of the STEM workforce in India (202x data given).
    • Sex ratio at birth: 943 girls per 1000 boys (Census 2011).
    • More than 60% of adolescent girls in India are anemic.
    • 106th Constitutional Amendment Act reserves 1/3rd of seats for women in Lok Sabha, state assemblies, and Delhi Assembly.

    Women in Indian Armed Forces

    • Women officers were inducted into the Indian army under the Women Special Entry Scheme (WSES) in 1992.
    • 5-year service periods.
    • Restrictions on roles in infantry and armored corps.
    • WSES replaced by the Short Service Commission Scheme (SSC) in 2006.

    International Day of Violence Against Women

    • Observed on November 25th.

    PIB-Fact Check Unit

    • Press Information Bureau (PIB) established in 2019.
    • Fact Check Unit (FCU) established under IT Rules (Amendment), 2023.
    • Amended IT Rules, 2021.
    • Ministry of Information and Broadcasting.
    • Legal challenges against FCU provisions filed by various parties.
    • Intermediaries risk losing safe harbor protection if they fail to remove flagged content.
    • FCU reports to the principal director general of PIB.

    Demand for Ladakh's 6th Schedule Status

    • Ladakh became a UT in 2019 without a legislature (Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act, 2019).
    • Petitioning for statehood and implementation of the 6th Schedule under Article 244.
    • Former state of J&K had 4 Ladakh representatives in its legislature.

    6th Schedule

    • Provides for Autonomous District Councils (ADCs) in 4 NE states.
    • ADCs have legislative, judicial, and administrative autonomy.
    • 30 members in each ADC district council (26 elected, 4 nominated).

    Pangong Tso Lake

    • 135km long landlocked lake at 14,000ft (4350m).
    • Highest-altitude lake in the world filled with saline water.
    • 8 mountain spurs, known as fingers, protrude into the water.

    J&K Reorganisation Act, 2019

    • Passed on August 5, 2019, effective October 31.
    • Repealed Article 370.
    • UT of J&K administered by the president via a Lieutenant Governor.
    • Parliament has legislative powers over J&K, except for police and public order (state list), and any subject on the concurrent list.

    Environment Concerns in Ladakh

    • Ladakh and Himalayas: 3rd pole of the world.
    • Glaciers are melting.
    • Increase in tourist activity and vehicular/industrial pollution.

    National Mission for Sustaining the Himalayan Ecosystem

    • Launched in 2010, formally approved in 2014.
    • One of 8 missions in the National Climate Change Action Plan (NCAP).

    SECURE Himalaya Project

    • Part of the Global Wildlife Program (GEF).

    Ladakh Region

    • "Land of passes," largest in area among the J&K regions.
    • Bordering Chinese Tibet, Himachal Pradesh, UT of J&K, Pakistan-administered Gilgit-Baltistan, and Xinjiang.
    • Rivers include Indus, Shyok, and Nubra; suru, dras, and zanskar in Kargil.
    • Lakes: Pangong Tso and Tso Moriri.

    BrahMos Missiles

    • India delivered BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles to the Philippines (1st export order).
    • Joint venture between India's DRDO and Russia's NPO Mashinostroyeniya.
    • Derived from Brahmaputra + Moskva rivers.
    • Range extended post-2016 MTCR membership.
    • 2-stage missile with solid propellant booster and liquid ramjet.
    • Speed up to 3 Mach.

    Gaganyaan Mission

    • PM Modi announced Gaganyaan mission on August 15, 2018.
    • Sending 3-member crew to space for at least 7 days by 2024-25 using GSLV Mk III.
    • Estimated cost below ₹10,000 crores.
    • Astronauts to be called "Vyomnauts."
    • India to become 4th nation to send humans to space.
    • Four astronauts (Group Capt Prashanth Balkrishnan Nair, Group Capt Ajit Krishnan, Group Capt Angad Pratap, Wing Commander Shubhanshu Shukla ) named.
    • Training in Russia's Yuri Gagarin Cosmonaut Training Centre (2020-2021).
    • NASA training for ISS by 2024.

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    This quiz covers the Trade & Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) between India and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA), highlighting its significance, member countries, and objectives. Learn about the history of EFTA and its impact on India's economy, including foreign direct investment and job creation.

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