TNPSC Group 4 - Empowerment of women consumer protection forums human rights charter and current affairs. Online Test (MCQ Quiz)

1. Which article of the Indian Constitution prohibits discrimination on grounds of sex?

A) Article 14 B) Article 15 C) Article 16 D) Article 17

2. The Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act was enacted in India in which year?

A) 2001 B) 2005 C) 2010 D) 2015

3. The National Commission for Women was established under which Act?

A) NCW Act, 1990 B) NCW Act, 1992 C) NCW Act, 1995 D) NCW Act, 2000

4. Which of the following is NOT a right guaranteed under the Universal Declaration of Human Rights?

A) Right to life, liberty and security B) Right to freedom of speech and expression C) Right to own private property exclusively D) Right to education

5. The Consumer Protection Act, 2019 replaced which previous Act?

A) Consumer Protection Act, 1986 B) Consumer Protection Act, 1991 C) Consumer Protection Act, 2000 D) Consumer Protection Act, 2005

6. Which international organization adopted the Universal Declaration of Human Rights?

A) World Health Organization (WHO) B) International Labour Organization (ILO) C) United Nations (UN) D) United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)

7. The concept of 'empowerment of women' primarily focuses on:

A) Providing financial aid only B) Enhancing their social, economic, and political status C) Limiting their career choices D) Restricting their decision-making power

8. What is the apex body for consumer protection in India established under the Consumer Protection Act, 2019?

A) Consumer Disputes Redressal Forum B) National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission (NCDRC) C) Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) D) State Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission (SCDRC)

9. The 'Human Rights Charter' often refers to:

A) A specific national law B) The Universal Declaration of Human Rights C) A set of guidelines for NGOs D) A corporate social responsibility document

10. Which of the following is a key objective of women's empowerment?

A) Maintaining traditional gender roles B) Ensuring equal opportunities and rights C) Reducing women's participation in public life D) Focusing solely on reproductive rights

11. Under the Consumer Protection Act, 2019, what is the pecuniary jurisdiction of District Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission?

A) Up to ₹50 Lakhs B) Up to ₹1 Crore C) Up to ₹5 Crores D) Above ₹1 Crore

12. The 'Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao' scheme aims to address which issue?

A) Women's economic independence B) Child marriage C) Declining child sex ratio and promote girl child education D) Access to healthcare for women

13. Which of these is a fundamental human right according to international conventions?

A) The right to a luxury car B) The right to internet access C) The right to freedom from torture D) The right to unlimited wealth

14. The Consumer Protection Act, 2019 introduced the concept of:

A) Product liability B) Price control C) Monopoly regulation D) Import restrictions

15. What is the main function of a Consumer Disputes Redressal Forum?

A) To formulate consumer policies B) To provide legal advice to consumers C) To settle consumer grievances and disputes D) To manufacture consumer goods

16. Which article of the Indian Constitution deals with the Directive Principles of State Policy related to equal pay for equal work and just and humane conditions of work?

A) Article 39(a) B) Article 39(d) C) Article 41 D) Article 42

17. The 'Mahila E-Haat' initiative was launched by the Government of India to:

A) Provide digital literacy to women B) Connect women entrepreneurs with markets C) Offer online legal aid to women D) Promote women's participation in sports

18. Which international treaty is considered the cornerstone of international human rights law?

A) The Geneva Conventions B) The Convention on the Rights of the Child C) The International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR) D) The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR)

19. What is 'unfair trade practice' as defined under the Consumer Protection Act, 2019?

A) Selling goods at a higher price B) Misleading advertisements or deceptive practices C) Delaying delivery of goods D) Charging for services not rendered

20. The 'Save the Girl Child' campaign is a significant part of women's empowerment initiatives in India, aiming to combat:

A) Gender-based violence B) Female foeticide and infanticide C) Lack of educational opportunities D) Economic disparity

21. Which UN body is primarily responsible for promoting and protecting human rights worldwide?

A) UN Security Council B) UN General Assembly C) UN Human Rights Council D) UNESCO

22. The Consumer Protection Act, 2019 established the Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) with powers to:

A) Manufacture consumer goods B) Regulate misleading advertisements and unfair trade practices C) Set prices for essential commodities D) Grant licenses for businesses

23. What does the term 'gender sensitization' refer to in the context of women's empowerment?

A) Making women more sensitive to fashion B) Creating awareness about gender equality and challenging stereotypes C) Teaching women self-defense techniques D) Providing emotional counseling

24. Which of the following is a recent current affair related to human rights in India?

A) The implementation of the Panchayati Raj system B) The passage of the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) C) The establishment of the first AIIMS hospital D) The launch of the Chandrayaan mission

25. The Right to Information Act, 2005, empowers citizens and is considered a tool for:

A) Consumer protection B) Women empowerment C) Ensuring transparency and accountability D) Environmental protection

26. Which of the following is a key component of the 'Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana'?

A) Providing vocational training to girls B) Encouraging savings for the education and marriage of a girl child C) Offering scholarships for higher education D) Ensuring health insurance for girls

27. The 'Mandal Commission' report primarily focused on:

A) Women's reservation in politics B) Reservation for Other Backward Classes (OBCs) C) Rights of minority communities D) Environmental protection policies

28. What is the primary objective of the 'Janani Shishu Suraksha Karyakram' (JSSK)?

A) Promoting girl child education B) Ensuring safe delivery and care for mothers and newborns C) Providing financial assistance to women entrepreneurs D) Combating domestic violence

29. The 'National Human Rights Commission' (NHRC) of India is a statutory body established under which Act?

A) Protection of Human Rights Act, 1993 B) Protection of Human Rights Act, 2005 C) Human Rights Act, 1991 D) Civil Rights Act, 1995

30. Which of the following is NOT a right of a consumer under the Consumer Protection Act, 2019?

A) Right to seek redressal B) Right to be heard C) Right to dictate manufacturing processes D) Right to information

31. The 'Triple Talaq' law in India primarily addresses which issue related to women's rights?

A) Economic empowerment B) Political representation C) Protection against instant divorce D) Access to education

32. What is the main purpose of a 'Human Rights Charter' for consumers?

A) To limit consumer choices B) To protect consumers from exploitation and ensure fair treatment C) To dictate product pricing D) To regulate advertising standards exclusively

33. The 'One Stop Centre' scheme (also known as 'Sakhi') aims to provide integrated support and assistance to women affected by:

A) Natural disasters B) Economic downturns C) Violence D) Unemployment

34. Which international body is responsible for setting labor standards and promoting social justice?

A) World Trade Organization (WTO) B) International Monetary Fund (IMF) C) International Labour Organization (ILO) D) World Bank

35. The Consumer Protection Act, 2019 extends to which category of goods and services?

A) Only manufactured goods B) Only services C) E-commerce and telemarketing services D) All goods and services, including e-commerce

36. What is the primary focus of the 'National Mission for Empowerment of Women' (NMEW)?

A) Promoting traditional crafts B) Strengthening women's agency and empowerment C) Regulating women's employment D) Providing financial aid for marriages

37. The 'Right to Adequate Livelihood' is a key aspect of:

A) Consumer rights B) Women's rights C) Human rights D) Corporate rights

38. Which of the following is a recent current affair related to consumer protection in India?

A) The introduction of GST B) The amendment to the Consumer Protection Act C) The demonetization policy D) The launch of Digital India

39. The 'Indira Gandhi Matritva Sahyog Yojana' (IGMSY) provided financial assistance to:

A) Unemployed women B) Pregnant and lactating mothers C) Senior citizen women D) Women entrepreneurs

40. The term 'human trafficking' is a violation of which fundamental human right?

A) Right to property B) Right to freedom and dignity C) Right to privacy D) Right to freedom of religion

41. The Consumer Protection Act, 2019 provides for the establishment of Consumer Mediation Cells to:

A) Impose penalties on businesses B) Facilitate out-of-court settlement of disputes C) Manufacture consumer products D) Conduct market research

42. What is the primary goal of ensuring 'gender equality'?

A) Granting privileges to one gender B) Ensuring equal rights, responsibilities, and opportunities regardless of gender C) Maintaining traditional gender roles D) Promoting the dominance of one gender

43. The 'National Rural Livelihoods Mission' (NRLM) aims to empower rural poor women by:

A) Providing religious education B) Organizing them into Self-Help Groups (SHGs) C) Restricting their mobility D) Discouraging community participation

44. Which article of the Indian Constitution provides for the State to make special provisions for women and children?

A) Article 15(3) B) Article 14 C) Article 16(4) D) Article 21

45. The 'Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, 2012' is a significant legislation for safeguarding:

A) Women's property rights B) Children's rights against sexual abuse C) Elderly citizens' rights D) Consumer rights

46. The concept of 'consumer sovereignty' implies that:

A) Consumers have no power B) Consumers dictate what is produced through their purchasing decisions C) Producers control consumer choices D) Government sets all prices

47. What is the main objective of the 'Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana' (PMUY)?

A) Providing financial assistance to women B) Providing clean cooking fuel (LPG) to women from Below Poverty Line (BPL) households C) Promoting women's education D) Ensuring women's participation in politics

48. The 'Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women' (CEDAW) is often referred to as:

A) The Bill of Rights for Women B) The International Bill of Rights for Women C) The Charter of Women's Freedom D) The Global Women's Protection Act

49. Which of the following is a current affair related to women's empowerment in India?

A) The implementation of the MGNREGA B) The reservation of seats for women in local government bodies C) The passage of the Right to Education Act D) The launch of the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan

50. The 'Right to Food' is recognized as a component of the:

A) Consumer Protection Act B) Women's Rights Charter C) Right to life with dignity under Article 21 D) Environmental Protection Act

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