Economics Miscellaneous (Part – I)

Total Questions: 50

31. Weight of L.P.G in Kilogram filled in non-domestic gas cylinder is: [U.P.P.C.S. (Pre) 2009]

Correct Answer: (c) 19.0
Solution:In India, the weight of L.P.G filled in non-domestic gas cylinder is generally 19.0 kg, while in domestic cylinder it is 14.2 kg. However, L.P.G. cylinders with capacity of 5 kg (for domestic/non-domestic use), 47.5 kg and 425 kg (for industrial and commercial use) are also marketed. Indane has also launched 5 kg and 10 kg translucent cylinders made of fiber composite for domestic use.

32. The correct full form of PVR cinema is: [U.P.P.C.S. (Mains) 2011]

Correct Answer: (a) Priya Village Road Show
Solution:PVR is the largest and the most premium film and retail entertainment company in India. The correct full form of PVR is Priya Village Road Show. The company started as a joint venture agreement between Priya Exhibitors Private Limited in 1995. It began its commercial operations in June 1997.

33. As per the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006, which of the following mark is made mandatory on all processed fruit products sold in our country? [M.P.P.C.S. (Pre) 2022]

Correct Answer: (a) FPO
Solution:The Food Products Order (FPO) mark is a mandatory certification mark for all processed fruit products sold in India, such as fruit jams, packaged fruit beverages, crushes and squashes, dehydrated fruit products, pickles, and fruit extracts. The FPO mark guarantees that the food products are manufactured in a hygienic and food-safe environment, ensuring that the product is fit for consumption.

The Ministry of Food Processing Industries develops food safety hygiene standards and issues the FPO mark certification to processed food manufacturers. In India, the FPO certificate has been effective since the promulgation of Food Products Order 1955, but it became mandatory for manufacturers only after the enactment of the Food Safety and Standards (FSS) Act, 2006.

34. 'AGMARK' is related with: [U.P. Lower Sub. (Pre) 2013]

Correct Answer: (b) Quality
Solution:AGMARK is a certification mark employed on agricultural products, assuring that they conform to a grade standard notified by Directorate of Marketing & Inspection (which also issues the certificate of 'AGMARK'), Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare under Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare. The AGMARK is legally enforced by the Agricultural produce (Grading and Marking) Act, 1937.

While the certification scheme is essentially voluntary, Food Safety and Standards (Prohibition and Restriction on Sales) Regulation 2011 have prescribed mandatory certification under AGMARK for certain products viz, Blended Edible Vegetable Oil, etc.

35. With reference to 'AGMARK', which of the following statement/s is/are correct? [U.P. R.O/A.R.O. (Pre) 2023]

1. 'AGMARK' is the sign of quality of agricultural products.

2. Certificate of 'AGMARK' is issued by Food Corporation of India.

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Code:

Correct Answer: (d) Only 1
Solution:AGMARK is a certification mark employed on agricultural products, assuring that they conform to a grade standard notified by Directorate of Marketing & Inspection (which also issues the certificate of 'AGMARK'), Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare under Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare.

The AGMARK is legally enforced by the Agricultural produce (Grading and Marking) Act, 1937. While the certification scheme is essentially voluntary, Food Safety and Standards (Prohibition and Restriction on Sales) Regulation 2011 have prescribed mandatory certification under AGMARK for certain products viz, Blended Edible Vegetable Oil, etc.

36. AGMARK is a: [U.P.P.C.S. (Mains) 2004, U.P.U.D.A/L.D.A. (Pre) 2002]

Correct Answer: (d) A seal of quality guarantee
Solution:AGMARK is a certification mark employed on agricultural products, assuring that they conform to a grade standard notified by Directorate of Marketing & Inspection (which also issues the certificate of 'AGMARK'), Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare under Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare. The AGMARK is legally enforced by the Agricultural produce (Grading and Marking) Act, 1937.

While the certification scheme is essentially voluntary, Food Safety and Standards (Prohibition and Restriction on Sales) Regulation 2011 have prescribed mandatory certification under AGMARK for certain products viz, Blended Edible Vegetable Oil, etc.

37. Consider the following statements: [I.A.S. (Pre) 2017]

1. The Standard Mark of Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) is mandatory for automotive tyres and tubes.

2. AGMARK is a quality Certification Mark issued by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO).

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Correct Answer: (a) 1 only
Solution:A certification from the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) is mandatory for all types of automotive tyres and tubes from 18 May, 2010. Thus, statement 1 is correct.

AGMARK is a certification mark of agricultural produce, assuring that they conform to a grade standard notified by Directorate of Marketing and Inspection (DMI), Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare under Agricultural Produce (Grading Marking) Act, 1937 as amended in 1986. It is not issued by the FAO. Hence statement 2 is incorrect.

38. ISO 14001 is: [U.P.P.C.S. (Pre) 1999]

Correct Answer: (c) an international certificate issued to industrial units for having established Pollution Control System
Solution:ISO 14001 is an international certificate issued to industrial units for having established pollution control system. It is a family of standards related to environmental management that exists to help organizations minimize how their operations negatively affect the environment. It improves environmental performance.
  • ISO The ISO story began in 1946 when delegates from 25 countries met at the institute of Civil Engineers in London.
  • Its headquarters is based in Geneva Switzerland.
  • Through its members, it brings together experts to share knowledge and develop voluntary, consensus-based, market-relevant International
  • Standards that support innovation and provide solutions to global
    challenges.
  • An International Standard provides rules, guidelines or characteristics for activities or for their results, aimed at achieving the optimum degree of order in a given context

39. Which one of the following items has not been granted protection under the Geographical Indications Act, 1998? [U.P.P.C.S. (Mains) 2011]

Correct Answer: (e) None of the above
Solution:All of the given items have been granted G.I. tag and protection under the Geographical Indications Act, 1998.

Geographical Indication (GI) is a sign used on a product that originates from a specific geographical location. The product must possess reputation and qualities of the place of origin. GI are generally registered on products produced by rural, marginal and indigenous communities over generations that have garnered massive reputation at the international and national level due to some of its unique qualities.

GI tag gives the right to only those registered users the right to use the product name, and prevents others from using the product name that does not meet the standards prescribed.

40. 'Geographical Indication Tag' for black pottery is associated with which of the following place in Uttar Pradesh? [U.P.R.O./A.R.O. (Pre) 2021]

Correct Answer: (c) Nizamabad
Solution:The Geographical Indication (GI) registry has provided the Gl tag in 2015 to black clay pottery of Nizamabad in Azamgarh district of Uttar Pradesh. The pottery is unique for its dark lustrous body with engraved silver patterns. The GI (Registration and Protection) Act, 1999, came into effect in September 2003. The Gl tag is given to an agricultural, natural or manufactured product to indicate its specific geographical location or point of origin.