6 July : Daily Current Affairs Quiz

Answer:  Option B - Determining the legality of religious practices

Explanation:

• The "essentiality test" under Indian judicial practice is used to determine the legal protection of religious practices under Article 25 of the Constitution.
• It assesses whether a practice is integral to the religion's core beliefs and doctrines, distinguishing them from mere cultural or superstitious aspects.
• This criterion ensures that religious freedoms are balanced with concerns of public order, health, and morality, thereby safeguarding constitutional principles in India.

Answer:  Option B - A form of religious reverence in Hindu traditions

Explanation:

• Angapradakshinam is a religious practice observed in some Hindu traditions, notably at the Sri Sadasiva Brahmendral temple in Tamil Nadu.
• It involves devotees rolling over banana leaves previously used by others to consume food, believed to purify and show reverence.
• Recently permitted by the Madras High Court, it has sparked debates on religious significance, hygiene concerns, and its alignment with constitutional rights in India.

Answer:  Option C - Horn of Africa

Explanation:

• Horn of Africa: This region juts out into the Arabian Sea and includes countries like Ethiopia, Somalia, Eritrea, and Djibouti. All these countries are located in sub-Saharan Africa.
• Maghreb: This region refers to the northwestern part of Africa, bordering the Mediterranean Sea. It includes countries like Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, Libya, and Mauritania. While some of these countries are geographically considered part of sub-Saharan Africa, the region itself is not predominantly sub-Saharan.
• Levant: This region refers to the eastern Mediterranean area, encompassing countries like Syria, Lebanon, Jordan, Israel, and Palestine. These countries are not part of sub-Saharan Africa.
• Caucasus: This region is located between the Black Sea and the Caspian Sea and includes countries like Armenia, Georgia, Azerbaijan, and parts of southern Russia. These countries are not part of Africa.

Answer:  Option C -  Article 74

Explanation:

• Article 74 of the Indian Constitution resembles the role of the British Prime Minister.
• It establishes the office of the Prime Minister, who aids and advises the President, akin to the British PM advising the monarch.
• This article outlines the Prime Minister's duty to communicate decisions of the Council of Ministers to the President and underscores the collective responsibility of the Council to the Lok Sabha, aligning with parliamentary principles.

Answer:  Option D - NITI Aayog

Explanation:

• NITI Aayog, is responsible for overseeing and implementing the Atal Innovation Mission (AIM).
• AIM aims to promote innovation and entrepreneurship across the country by supporting startups, incubators, and research initiatives.
• NITI Aayog coordinates various programs under AIM to foster a culture of innovation, encourage collaboration between industry and academia, and drive economic growth through technological advancements.