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The Current Affairs questions are based on sources like ‘The Hindu’, ‘Indian Express’ and ‘PIB’, which are very important sources for UPSC Prelims Exam. The questions are focused on both the concepts and facts. The topics covered here are generally different from what is being covered under ‘Daily Current Affairs/Daily News Analysis (DNA) and Daily Static Quiz’ to avoid duplication. The questions would be published from Monday to Saturday before 2 PM. One should not spend more than 10 minutes on this initiative.
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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
Consider the following statements with respect to Chola dynasty:
- The Cholas ruled the central and northern parts of Assam
- Brihadeshwara temple was built during their period
Which of the following is/are correct?
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Solution (b)
The Cholas controlled the central and northern parts of Tamil Nadu from around the 8th-12th century AD.
- Their core area of the rule was the Kaveri delta, later known as Cholamandalam. Their capital was Uraiyur (near Tiruchirapalli town) and Puhar or Kaviripattinam was an alternative royal residence and chief port town.
- Tiger was their emblem.
- King Karikala was a famous king of the Sangam Cholas.Trade and commerce flourished during his reign.He founded the port city of Puhar (identical with Kaveripattinam)
- Recently, the Department of Science and Technology (DST) has launched ‘Project Digital Poompuhar’ to recreate the Chola Dynasty port city (Poompuhar) in Tamil Nadu.
- Brihadisvara Temple was built by Chola emperor Raja Raja Chola I (985-1014 AD) between 1003 AD and 1010 AD.
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Solution (b)
The Cholas controlled the central and northern parts of Tamil Nadu from around the 8th-12th century AD.
- Their core area of the rule was the Kaveri delta, later known as Cholamandalam. Their capital was Uraiyur (near Tiruchirapalli town) and Puhar or Kaviripattinam was an alternative royal residence and chief port town.
- Tiger was their emblem.
- King Karikala was a famous king of the Sangam Cholas.Trade and commerce flourished during his reign.He founded the port city of Puhar (identical with Kaveripattinam)
- Recently, the Department of Science and Technology (DST) has launched ‘Project Digital Poompuhar’ to recreate the Chola Dynasty port city (Poompuhar) in Tamil Nadu.
- Brihadisvara Temple was built by Chola emperor Raja Raja Chola I (985-1014 AD) between 1003 AD and 1010 AD.
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following statements with respect to National Sports Development Fund (NSDF):
- Donation given to NSDF can be considered as corporate social responsibility.
- Fund is managed by a Council constituted by the Central Government and the Union Minister in charge of Youth Affairs and Sports is the Chairperson of the Council.
Which of the following is/are correct?
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Solution (c)
- National Sports Development Fund (NSDF) was established in 1998 under the Charitable Endowments Act 1890
- It was notified by Government of India in November 1998
- Donation given to NSDF can be considered as corporate social responsibility initiative
- Purpose of creation is to impart momentum and flexibility to assist the cause of sports
- The Fund helps sportspersons excel by providing them opportunities to train under coaches of international repute with technical, scientific and psychological support and giving them exposure to international competitions
- The Fund also provides financial assistance for the development of infrastructure and other activities for the promotion of sports
- The Fund is managed by a Council constituted by the Central Government. Union Minister in charge of Youth Affairs and Sports is the Chairperson of the Council.
- The Council decides all policy matters relating to the Fund.
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Solution (c)
- National Sports Development Fund (NSDF) was established in 1998 under the Charitable Endowments Act 1890
- It was notified by Government of India in November 1998
- Donation given to NSDF can be considered as corporate social responsibility initiative
- Purpose of creation is to impart momentum and flexibility to assist the cause of sports
- The Fund helps sportspersons excel by providing them opportunities to train under coaches of international repute with technical, scientific and psychological support and giving them exposure to international competitions
- The Fund also provides financial assistance for the development of infrastructure and other activities for the promotion of sports
- The Fund is managed by a Council constituted by the Central Government. Union Minister in charge of Youth Affairs and Sports is the Chairperson of the Council.
- The Council decides all policy matters relating to the Fund.
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
National Institute of Rural Development and Panchayati Raj is located in which city?
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Solution (a)
National Institute of Rural Development and Panchayati Raj is located in Hyderabad (Telangana).
- It is an autonomous organisation under the Union Ministry of Rural Development.
- It is a premier national centre of excellence in rural development and Panchayati Raj.
- It has been recognized internationally as one of the UN-ESCAP Centres of Excellence.
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Solution (a)
National Institute of Rural Development and Panchayati Raj is located in Hyderabad (Telangana).
- It is an autonomous organisation under the Union Ministry of Rural Development.
- It is a premier national centre of excellence in rural development and Panchayati Raj.
- It has been recognized internationally as one of the UN-ESCAP Centres of Excellence.
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Parambikulam Tiger Reserve is situated in which state?
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Solution (d)
Parambikulam Tiger Reserve
- It is a well-protected ecological portion in the Nelliampathy – Anamalai landscape of the Southern Western Ghats in India.
- It is located in the Palakkad District of Kerala.
- It was declared as Tiger Reserve during 2008-09.
- The reserve is credited with the first scientifically managed teak plantation in the world which was later merged with the forest land.
- It has the world’s largest and oldest teak tree. Named “Kannimara” (corrupt version of Irish name Connemara), the tree is believed to be 350 years old and has a height of 40m and girth of 6.4m.
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Solution (d)
Parambikulam Tiger Reserve
- It is a well-protected ecological portion in the Nelliampathy – Anamalai landscape of the Southern Western Ghats in India.
- It is located in the Palakkad District of Kerala.
- It was declared as Tiger Reserve during 2008-09.
- The reserve is credited with the first scientifically managed teak plantation in the world which was later merged with the forest land.
- It has the world’s largest and oldest teak tree. Named “Kannimara” (corrupt version of Irish name Connemara), the tree is believed to be 350 years old and has a height of 40m and girth of 6.4m.
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Tri-Services Exercise Indra is between which India and which country?
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Solution (a)
India and Russia are scheduled to hold Indra 2020 in the Andaman Sea, close to the Strait of Malacca instead of the Indian Ocean Region (IOR).
The Strait of Malacca connects Indian Ocean to the South China Sea and is 900 km in length and is also a prominent trade route between East Asia and West Asia-Europe.
IOR is under high operational alert by the Indian Navy due to the ongoing standoff with China in Ladakh.
About Indra exercise
- The Indra series of exercises began in 2003 and was conducted as a bilateral naval exercise alternately between the two countries.
- However, the first joint Tri-Services Exercise was conducted in 2017.
- Indra 2020 will be the first bilateral naval exercise since all such engagements were suspended due to Covid-19 pandemic.
- Its timing coincides with Indian Defence Minister’s visit to Russia for the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Defence Ministers Meet.
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Solution (a)
India and Russia are scheduled to hold Indra 2020 in the Andaman Sea, close to the Strait of Malacca instead of the Indian Ocean Region (IOR).
The Strait of Malacca connects Indian Ocean to the South China Sea and is 900 km in length and is also a prominent trade route between East Asia and West Asia-Europe.
IOR is under high operational alert by the Indian Navy due to the ongoing standoff with China in Ladakh.
About Indra exercise
- The Indra series of exercises began in 2003 and was conducted as a bilateral naval exercise alternately between the two countries.
- However, the first joint Tri-Services Exercise was conducted in 2017.
- Indra 2020 will be the first bilateral naval exercise since all such engagements were suspended due to Covid-19 pandemic.
- Its timing coincides with Indian Defence Minister’s visit to Russia for the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Defence Ministers Meet.
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