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What percentage did India's imports grow in the fiscal year 2022-23?
What percentage did India's imports grow in the fiscal year 2022-23?
Which foundational agreement was signed by India and the US in 2016?
Which foundational agreement was signed by India and the US in 2016?
How much worth of arms has India bought from the US over the last two decades?
How much worth of arms has India bought from the US over the last two decades?
Which of the following agreements was signed in 2019?
Which of the following agreements was signed in 2019?
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Which military exercise is NOT jointly conducted by India and the US?
Which military exercise is NOT jointly conducted by India and the US?
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Which body does the United States support India to become a permanent member of?
Which body does the United States support India to become a permanent member of?
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What was India's export value in 2022-23?
What was India's export value in 2022-23?
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In which year did the United States join the International Solar Alliance headquartered in India?
In which year did the United States join the International Solar Alliance headquartered in India?
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What percentage of H-1B visas were issued to Indian nationals in financial year 2023?
What percentage of H-1B visas were issued to Indian nationals in financial year 2023?
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Which occupation accounted for the highest percentage of H-1B visas in 2023?
Which occupation accounted for the highest percentage of H-1B visas in 2023?
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What is the primary function of the Federal Election Commission (FEC)?
What is the primary function of the Federal Election Commission (FEC)?
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Which act regulates campaign finance in the United States and created the Federal Election Commission?
Which act regulates campaign finance in the United States and created the Federal Election Commission?
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What is the median salary for H-1B visa holders in 2023?
What is the median salary for H-1B visa holders in 2023?
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How many commissioners lead the Federal Election Commission (FEC)?
How many commissioners lead the Federal Election Commission (FEC)?
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What requirement is specified by the Voting Rights Act of 1965?
What requirement is specified by the Voting Rights Act of 1965?
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Which act aimed to facilitate voter registration in public agencies?
Which act aimed to facilitate voter registration in public agencies?
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What was a significant effect of Trump's regulations on the H-1B visa program during his first term?
What was a significant effect of Trump's regulations on the H-1B visa program during his first term?
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What is the main objective of the proposed Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE)?
What is the main objective of the proposed Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE)?
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What is the timeline for the Department of Government Efficiency to present its recommendations?
What is the timeline for the Department of Government Efficiency to present its recommendations?
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Which of the following leaders is associated with the Department of Government Efficiency?
Which of the following leaders is associated with the Department of Government Efficiency?
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During Trump's first term, which visa type experienced an increase in its denial rates?
During Trump's first term, which visa type experienced an increase in its denial rates?
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What was a key feature of the 'Buy American and Hire American' executive order?
What was a key feature of the 'Buy American and Hire American' executive order?
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What percentage did the denial rates for L-1 visas rise to under Trump's first term?
What percentage did the denial rates for L-1 visas rise to under Trump's first term?
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Which entrepreneur is known for his background in biotechnology and finance related to DOGE?
Which entrepreneur is known for his background in biotechnology and finance related to DOGE?
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Study Notes
US Presidential Election 2024
- The Prime Minister of India congratulated Donald Trump on his re-election as the 47th President of the United States.
- Both leaders reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral ties across technology, defense, energy, space, and other sectors.
- The US presidential election is held every four years to elect the President and Vice President.
- The process involves citizens voting for a slate of electors who then choose the President and Vice President.
- Constitutional requirements for the President include being a natural-born citizen, at least 35 years old, and having been a resident of the US for 14 years.
- Primaries and caucuses are used to help states and political parties choose presidential nominees.
- Candidates campaign to win the favor of party members.
- In a caucus, party members discuss and vote for their preferred candidate.
- In a primary, party members vote directly for the candidate.
- Primary elections and caucuses take place early in the election year, and continue through the summer.
- Delegates are assigned to represent party member choices at national conventions.
- National Conventions officially nominate presidential and vice presidential candidates.
- The general election takes place on the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November.
- Voters choose electors, who then formally vote for the President in December.
- The Electoral College system involves 538 electors, with a candidate needing 270 to win the presidency.
- Each state has a designated number of electors roughly based on its population.
- A "winner-takes-all" system is prevalent in most states, except Maine and Nebraska.
22nd Amendment
- The 22nd Amendment, ratified in 1951, limits a president to two terms in office.
- It prohibits anyone who has served more than two years of another president's term from running again.
Donald Trump's Victory
- Donald Trump won the 2016 election and served as the 45th president from 2017 to 2021.
- His 2024 election marked his second successful attempt at presidency.
- He won 312 electoral votes, exceeding the required 270.
- Trump was the oldest person to be elected president at 78 years old, and he held a different role in the government.
- President Trump was impeached twice; once in 2019 for "abuse of power and obstruction of Congress" and again in 2021, for "incitement of insurrection".
Important Swing States
- Pennsylvania, Georgia, North Carolina, Michigan, Arizona, Wisconsin, and Nevada are crucial swing states.
Department of Government Efficiency
- A proposed advisory commission, DOGE, aims to streamline US government operations and decrease inefficiencies.
- Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy are expected to lead this effort.
H-1B Visas
- H-1B visas are for graduate-level workers in specialty occupations in the U.S.
- The US H-1B visa program was altered, resulting in increased denial rates.
- This impacted Indian IT companies that relied on these visas.
Federal Election Commission (FEC)
- The FEC enforces federal campaign finance laws in the US, including overseeing campaign contributions and public funding.
- The FEC has six commissioners appointed by the President and confirmed by the Senate.
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Explore the key aspects of the US Presidential Election of 2024, including the election process, the role of primaries and caucuses, and the constitutional requirements for candidates. This quiz covers bilateral ties and significant political interactions leading up to the election as well.
