Ten MCQs on current International and national events - 91

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A-Category MCQs -91

Q1. The recent amendments to FCRA compliance norms primarily seek to strengthen:

1. Transparency in foreign funding
2. Accountability of NGOs
3. Disclosure of expenditure and activities
4. Monitoring of foreign contributions

Select the correct answer:

(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 4 only
(c) 1, 3 and 4 only
(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4

Correct Answer: (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4

Explanation: The revised FCRA norms require organizations receiving foreign funds to provide greater disclosure regarding expenditures, publications and programme activities. The stated objective is to enhance transparency and accountability while ensuring that foreign contributions are used for approved purposes. However, civil society groups have expressed concerns regarding increased compliance burdens. UPSC frequently asks questions about governance, NGOs and regulatory frameworks. Candidates should understand both the rationale and concerns associated with such reforms.

Q2. The International Maritime Organization (IMO), recently in the news, is a specialized agency of:

(a) World Bank
(b) United Nations
(c) WTO
(d) OECD

Correct Answer: (b) United Nations