IASbaba Daily Prelims Quiz
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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 regarding Delimitation Commission
- It is a commission established by the Government of India under the provisions of the Representation of People’s Act.
- The orders of the commission cannot be challenged in any court of law.
Choose the correct statements:
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Solution (b)
Statement analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Correct The Delimitation commission or Boundary commission of India is a commission established by the Government of India under the provisions of the Delimitation Commission Act The Commission is a powerful and independent body whose orders cannot be challenged in any court of law. Source: https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/other-states/non-population-criteria-always-part-of-delimitation-say-officials/article38023881.ece
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Solution (b)
Statement analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Correct The Delimitation commission or Boundary commission of India is a commission established by the Government of India under the provisions of the Delimitation Commission Act The Commission is a powerful and independent body whose orders cannot be challenged in any court of law. Source: https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/other-states/non-population-criteria-always-part-of-delimitation-say-officials/article38023881.ece
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
‘Mikania’,’Lantana’,’Thrips’ which was seen in news recently are
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Solution (c)
They are invasive alien species found in India.
Source: https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/karnataka/plans-afoot-to-uproot-lantana-from-bandipur-brt-reserve/article38023556.ece
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/kerala/state-for-participatory-eco-restoration/article37963019.ece
https://indianexpress.com/article/india/insect-hits-chilli-crop-south-india-7668378/
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Solution (c)
They are invasive alien species found in India.
Source: https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/karnataka/plans-afoot-to-uproot-lantana-from-bandipur-brt-reserve/article38023556.ece
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/kerala/state-for-participatory-eco-restoration/article37963019.ece
https://indianexpress.com/article/india/insect-hits-chilli-crop-south-india-7668378/
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
“PAHAL” which was seen in news recently is
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Solution (c)
PAHAL or Pratyaksh Hanstantrit Labh Scheme aims to provide direct benefits to consumers. The scheme, which was originally introduced in 2013 was relaunched to cover the entire country. As per the scheme, LPG consumers can get the subsidy amount directly into their bank account, eliminating the need for any third party
Source : https://http://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/this-clean-cooking-fuel-plan-needs-more- firing-up/article38023687.ece
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Solution (c)
PAHAL or Pratyaksh Hanstantrit Labh Scheme aims to provide direct benefits to consumers. The scheme, which was originally introduced in 2013 was relaunched to cover the entire country. As per the scheme, LPG consumers can get the subsidy amount directly into their bank account, eliminating the need for any third party
Source : https://http://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/this-clean-cooking-fuel-plan-needs-more- firing-up/article38023687.ece
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements regarding Olive Ridley turtles
- They are one of the largest and the most abundant turtles species found in the world.
- Their IUCN status is Endangered.
Choose the correct statements:
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Solution (d)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Incorrect The olive ridley sea turtle is the second-smallest and most abundant of all sea turtles found in the world. The IUCN status is vulnerable Source: https://http://www.thehindu.com/sci-tech/energy-and-environment/olive-ridley-turtle-trail-to- get-a-boost-with-mass-tagging-mission/article38018428.ece
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Solution (d)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Incorrect The olive ridley sea turtle is the second-smallest and most abundant of all sea turtles found in the world. The IUCN status is vulnerable Source: https://http://www.thehindu.com/sci-tech/energy-and-environment/olive-ridley-turtle-trail-to- get-a-boost-with-mass-tagging-mission/article38018428.ece
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Consider the following statements regarding ‘Tokenisation’
- Tokenization refers to the replacement of actual card details with a unique alternate code called the ‘token‘, which is unique for every transaction.
- Token requestor can store the details for a period of 6 months from the date of the transaction.
Choose the correct statements:
Correct
Solution (a)
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Incorrect Tokenization refers to the replacement of actual card details with a unique alternate code called the ‘token‘, which is unique for a combination of card, token requestor (i.e. the entity which accepts request from the customer for tokenization of a card and passes it on to the card network to issue a corresponding token) and identified device Token requestor cannot store Primary Account Number (PAN), i.e., card number, or any other card detail Source: https://www.thehindu.com/business/explained-what-is-tokenisation-of-debit-and-credit-cards/article38027437.ece
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Solution (a)
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Incorrect Tokenization refers to the replacement of actual card details with a unique alternate code called the ‘token‘, which is unique for a combination of card, token requestor (i.e. the entity which accepts request from the customer for tokenization of a card and passes it on to the card network to issue a corresponding token) and identified device Token requestor cannot store Primary Account Number (PAN), i.e., card number, or any other card detail Source: https://www.thehindu.com/business/explained-what-is-tokenisation-of-debit-and-credit-cards/article38027437.ece
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