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    RLD Joins NDA, Ends Ties with Opposition Alliance; Jayant Chaudhary

    1. Rashtriya Lok Dal (RLD) has decided to join the ruling NDA alliance, ending its association with the opposition alliance.
    2. The decision was announced by RLD Chief Jayant Chaudhary on February 12, 2024, in New Delhi.
    3. Chaudhary stated that the decision was made considering the current situation and with the intention of doing something good for the people.
    4. The RLD Chief consulted with all the MLAs and workers of his party before making the decision.
    5. Jayant Chaudhary highlighted the party’s happiness over the announcement of Bharat Ratna to former Prime Minister Chaudhary Charan Singh, emphasizing that it reflects respect for farmers, youth, and the poor across the country, not just for his family.
    6. The RLD was previously part of the opposition I.N.D.I.A alliance.
    7. Jayant Chaudhary is the grandson of the former Prime Minister Chaudhary Charan Singh.

    Q: After the announcement of Bharat Ratna to former Prime Minister Chaudhary Charan Singh, which political party decided to join the ruling NDA alliance?

    a. Biju Janta Dal (BJD)
    b. Rashtriya Lok Dal (RLD)
    c. Rashtriya Janta Dal (RJD)
    d. Indian National Lok Dal (INLD)

    Ans : b. Rashtriya Lok Dal (RLD)

    Lok Sabha passes Finance Bill, 2024

    1. Lok Sabha passed the Finance Bill, 2024, on 7 Feb 2024, by voice vote.
    2. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman introduced the Bill, aims to maintain the current income tax rates for the financial year 2024-2025.

    Q: Who introduced the Finance Bill, 2024, in the Lok Sabha?

    a) Prime Minister Narendra Modi
    b) Home Minister Amit Saha
    c) Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman
    d) Minister of State for Finance Pankaj Chaudhary

    Ans : c) Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman

    Lok Sabha passes Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Bill, 2024

    On 6th February 2024, the Lok Sabha took a decisive step towards ensuring fair and just public examinations by passing the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Bill, 2024. This bill aims to curb the rampant issue of cheating and malpractices in various public examinations, including entrance tests like NEET and JEE, recruitment exams conducted by UPSC and SSC, and other board exams.

    Key Provisions of the Bill:

    • Strict Penalties: The bill prescribes a minimum imprisonment of three years and a fine of up to ₹1 crore for indulging in unfair means like leaking question papers, using electronic devices for cheating, impersonating candidates, and organizing or abetting such activities.
    • Wider Coverage: It encompasses not just students and candidates but also exam officials, coaching centers, and individuals or organizations involved in facilitating cheating.
    • Strengthened Enforcement: The bill empowers authorities to conduct searches, seize electronic devices, and intercept communication to prevent and investigate malpractices.

    Q: The main objective of the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Bill is to:

    a) Increase the difficulty level of exams
    b) Reduce the number of public examinations
    c) Ensure fair and just public examinations
    d) Introduce online exams for all subjects

    Ans : c) Ensure fair and just public examinations

    Champai Soren-led JMM-Congress alliance government wins trust vote in Jharkhand

    The JMM-Congress-RJD alliance government, led by Champai Soren, secured a victory in the trust vote on February 5, 2024, in the Jharkhand State Assembly.

    1. The Floor Test resulted in a majority of 47 votes in favor of the motion out of the total 81 members in the Assembly.
    2. Opposition to the motion included 29 legislators, while one JMM and one BJP legislator, Ramdas Soren & Indrajit Mahatha, were absent due to prolonged illness.
    3. Independent MLA Saryu Roy abstained from voting, and Amit Kumar Mandal remained absent.
    4. The Gandey constituency seat has been vacant since December 2023.
    5. Former Chief Minister and JMM Executive President Hemant Soren were granted permission by the PMLA court to participate in the vote.

    Q: Who leads the alliance government that won the trust vote in the Jharkhand State Assembly?

    • A. Hemant Soren
    • B. Champai Soren (Correct)
    • C. Ramdas Soren
    • D. Indrajit Mahatha

    Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman to present the interim budget on February 1, 2024

    Budget Session of Parliament begins on 31 January 2024 with President’s address to joint sitting of both the Houses.

    • Significance:
      • First Budget session in the new Parliament building.
      • Last session before the upcoming Lok Sabha elections (expected April-May 2024).
      • Marked by President Droupadi Murmu’s first address to a joint sitting.
    • Upcoming events:
      • Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman to present the interim budget on February 1, 2024.
      • The session will have a total of eight sittings spread over ten days.
      • Discussion and debate on the budget and other key issues expected.

    Q.: What is the term used for the budget presented during the Budget Session before the general elections?

    a) Full budget
    b) Interim budget
    c) Supplementary budget
    d) Vote-on-account budget

    Ans : b) Interim budget

    Hemant Soren resigns as CM of Jharkhand; Champai Soren to be the new Chief Minister

    • Hemant Soren resigned as Jharkhand Chief Minister: After being questioned by the ED for a land scam, Hemant Soren stepped down as Chief Minister.
    • Champai Soren to be new CM: Senior JMM leader and Transport Minister Champai Soren will replace Hemant Soren.
    • Ruling alliance met Governor: JMM and Congress MLAs met the Governor to submit their claim for forming the government with Champai Soren as CM.
    • Hemant Soren arrested by ED: Following his resignation, Hemant Soren was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate in connection with the land scam case.

    Q. What was the reason behind Hemant Soren’s resignation as Chief Minister of Jharkhand?

    a) He lost a vote of confidence in the assembly.
    b) He was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in a corruption case.
    c) He resigned due to health reasons.
    d) He was asked to step down by his party.

    Ans : b) He was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in a corruption case.

    Q. Who will be the new Chief Minister of Jharkhand?

    a) Hemant Soren
    b) Champai Soren
    c) CP Radhakrishnan
    d) None of the above

    Ans : b) Champai Soren

    Budget Session of Parliament from 31st January to 9th February 2024

    1. The Budget Session of Parliament begins on the 31st January 2024.
    2. The session will extend until the 9th February 2024.
    3. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is scheduled to present the Interim Budget on the 1st of February.
    4. The session will commence with an address by President Droupadi Murmu to the joint sitting of both Houses of Parliament.

    Q: Who will present the Interim Budget during the session?

    a. President Droupadi Murmu
    b. Prime Minister Narendra Modi
    c. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman
    d. Speaker of the Lok Sabha Om Birla

    Ans : c. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman

    Hit-and-run Law : Drivers protesting against the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) provision of a 7 lakh rupees penalty and a 10-year jail term

    1. Truck, taxi, and bus operators have initiated a three-day strike opposing the provision of a 7 lakh rupees penalty and a 10-year jail term for hit-and-run cases in recently enacted criminal code called Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS).
    2. The All India Motor Transport Congress argues that these provisions may lead to undue harassment and is calling for their recall.
    3. The Union Home Ministry held a meeting with the All India Motor Transport Congress on January 2, 2024, to address concerns related to the new provisions for hit-and-run cases under BNS. Home Secretary Ajay Kumar Bhalla chaired the meeting in New Delhi.
    4. The Home Ministry sources mention that the increase in the duration of sentences in hit-and-run cases to 10 years is a response to observations made by the Supreme Court. The Supreme Court has emphasized the need for strict action against drivers who recklessly cause accidents resulting in fatalities and then flee the scene.

    Q: What is the main cause of the widespread demonstrations by truck drivers in India?

    a) Fuel prices
    b) Recent criminal code (Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita)
    c) Labor disputes
    d) Environmental regulations

    Ans : b) Recent criminal code (Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita)

    Q: What penalty and jail term are prescribed in hit-and-run cases under the recently enacted criminal code called Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS)?

    a) 5 lakh rupees penalty, 5 years jail term
    b) 7 lakh rupees penalty, 10 years jail term
    c) 10 lakh rupees penalty, 7 years jail term
    d) No penalty, 15 years jail term

    Ans : b) 7 lakh rupees penalty, 10 years jail term

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