General Awareness

ICJ judges are elected for 9-year terms and can be re-elected. The term is designed to provide stability while allowing periodic renewal of the Court's composition.

Manavjeet Singh Sandhu, a trap shooter, received India's highest sporting honor in 2006 for his exceptional performance including the World Cup gold. The award recognizes outstanding sporting achievement over four years.

November 26th is celebrated as Law Day or Constitution Day in India to commemorate the adoption of the Constitution in 1949. This day marks the completion of the Constituent Assembly's work.

Article 17 of the Constitution explicitly abolishes untouchability and forbids its practice in any form. It is a fundamental right available against the State and also against private individuals.

The NHRC was established on 28th September 1993, though options show 27th September. The Protection of Human Rights Act was passed in 1993, creating this autonomous body to protect and promote human rights.

A caveat is a legal notice filed to prevent ex-parte orders in a suit. Under Section 148A CPC, it remains valid for 90 days from the date of lodging, after which it expires if not extended by the court.

The Advocate General is appointed by the Governor of a state, not the President. The President appoints the Attorney General of India, Chief Justice of India, and Chief Election Commissioner.

The Abdul Kareem Telgi fake stamp paper case (2006) was the first case in India where the entire hearing was conducted through video conferencing. This landmark decision addressed security concerns and witness intimidation.

Alauddin Khilji was famous for his market control policy, which included government-run markets, fixed prices, and strict control on supply. His system was designed to prevent hoarding and ensure fair prices.

The Indian Constitution originally had 8 schedules and now has 12 schedules. New schedules were added through constitutional amendments for various purposes including languages, anti-defection, Panchayati Raj, etc.

The ICCPR was adopted by the UN General Assembly on December 16th, 1966. It is a key international human rights treaty that commits parties to respect civil and political rights.

Under Article 261, the 'full faith and credit' clause applies to public acts, records, and judicial proceedings. However, it specifically excludes final judgments of civil courts from automatic enforcement across states.

India adopted the concept of Judicial Review from the US Constitution. This power enables the Supreme Court and High Courts to examine the constitutional validity of laws and government actions. The framers of the Indian Constitution were influenced by American constitutional law.

Under Section 60 of the CPC, certain properties are exempt from attachment and sale in execution of a decree. Books of account and professional tools are protected to ensure the judgment debtor can continue their livelihood and maintain necessary records.

The Supreme Court struck down the IMDT Act in 2005 in the Sarbananda Sonowal case, holding it unconstitutional and violative of Article 14. The Act was specific to Assam to detect illegal migrants in the state.

Radar (Radio Detection and Ranging) uses microwaves to detect and track aircraft. Microwaves are electromagnetic waves that reflect off metal objects, allowing radar systems to calculate distance and direction.

The Government of India Act was passed on August 2, 1858, and came into effect on October 1, 1858, transferring power from the East India Company to the British Crown. This followed the 1857 revolt.

VAT (Value Added Tax) is a type of consumption tax levied on goods and services at each stage of production and distribution. It is part of the business taxation system in many countries including India.

Leila Seth became the first woman Chief Justice of a High Court in India when she was appointed to the Himachal Pradesh High Court in 1991. She later served on the Law Commission and was part of the three-member Jain Commission inquiry.

SEBI (Securities and Exchange Board of India) is the regulatory body for the securities market in India. It oversees stock exchanges, protects investors, and regulates the share market to ensure transparency and fairness.

The Phukan Commission was a one-man judicial commission headed by Justice S.N. Phukan to investigate the Tehelka defense corruption scandal. The commission was appointed in 2002 to probe the defense procurement exposures.