UGC NET/JRF EXAM, Dec.-2019 (Paper-II) POLITICAL SCIENCE

Total Questions: 100

21. According to G.A. Almond comparatively "Homogenous culture" is found in

Correct Answer: (a) Developed countries
Solution:

G.A. Almond, is homogeneous culture is found in developed countries as the countries are better in terms of economics, social and cultural aspects than other developing and under-developed countries.

22. Which one of the following is not a function of political parties?

Correct Answer: (d) Rule adjudication
Solution:

A political party is a group of individuals, often having some measure of ideological agreement, who organise to win elections, operate government and determine public policy. Their functions include:
1. Interest articulation
2. Interest aggregation
3. Socialisation and Recruitment
4. Making policies.
5. Running of government
6. Representation etc.
The rule adjudication is the function of judiciary and not of political party.

23. Which one of the following is incorrect statement?

Correct Answer: (d) Globalisation tends to perpetuate parochial culture
Solution:

Globalization means internationalization of economy. It emerged as a neoliberal package which facilitates the proliferation of world forces through the promotion of the free flow of goods, investment, currency idea, culture etc. It perpetuates modernization and progressive thinking.

24. Who had formed the "Society for right to die with dignity"?

Correct Answer: (b) Minoo Masani
Solution:

Minocher Rustom "Minoo" Masani, a freedom fighter, three-time member of parliament editor and social activists. Minoo Masani estalbished "The society for the Right to Die with Dignity" in Mumbai in May 1981.

25. Who had differentiated between natural and conventional inequality?

Correct Answer: (c) Rousseau
Solution:

According to theory, biological disparities leads to biological inequalities, which is turn cause social disparities. Political theorist Jean Rousseau distinguishes between two sorts of inequality:
1. Natural
2. Conventional
Other important works of Rousseau
Social contract
Emile
Confessions
Discourses on equality

26. Kyoto Protocol was enforced in :

Correct Answer: (c) 2005
Solution:

The Kyoto Protocol was on international treaty that expanded the 1992 United Nations Framework convention on climate change and committed state parties to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The Kyoto protocol was ratified on 16 February, 2005 after being adopted on 11 Dec., 1997 in Kyoto, Japan.
Major Greenhouse gases 27.

  • Carbon dioxide (CO₂)
  • Methane (CH₄)
  • Nitrous Oxide (N₂O)
  • Hydro fluorocarbons (HFCs)
  • Perfluorocarbons (PFCs)
  • Sulphur hercafluoride (SF₆)

27. When did International Labour Organization become a specialized agency of the United Nations Organization?

Correct Answer: (b) 1946
Solution:

In 1946, the ILO became a specialised agency of the United Nations. Its unique tripartite structure gives an equal voice to workers, employers and government providing a unique platform for promoting decent work for all women and men. India has been a founding member of the ILO Since 28 June, 1919. In 1922 India became apermanent member of ILO.

28. From legal point of view which of the following is called a "soft law"?

Correct Answer: (b) Right to Development
Solution:

The right to development is recognised as a human right that emphasizes the right of individuals and peoples to participate in contribute to, and enjoy economic, social, cultural and political development. Declaration on the Right to Development (1986) adopted by United Nations General assembly resolution 41/128.

29. In which year UNESCO was set up?

Correct Answer: (a) 1945
Solution:

United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) is a specialized agency of the United Nations (UN). UNESCO was founded in 1945 as the successor to the league of Nations. The head office of UNESCO is in Paris.

30. On which of the following date, India joined as a member of the United Nations Human Rights Council?

Correct Answer: (c) 1 January, 2019
Solution:

A UN organization that promotes and defends human rights around the globe is the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC). The Geneva, Switzerland based organization which was founded on 15th March, 2006.
India was chosen to serve on the council for three years, starting on January 1, 2019.