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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:
- Indo-Saracenic architecture
- Stucco ornamental work
- Jali latticed screens
Which of the above is/ are the feature/ features of Qutb Shahi architecture?
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Solution(c)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Correct Correct Qutb Shahi architecture is the distinct style of Indo-Islamic architecture developed during the reign of the Qutb Shahi dynasty, also known as the Golconda Sultanate Heavy stucco ornamental work is a feature of Qutb Shahi architecture Jali latticed screens and landscaped gardens are a feature of Qutb Shahi architecture Source: https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/centre-plans-to-tweak-no-build-zone-around-monuments/article38388350.ece
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Solution(c)
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Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Correct Correct Qutb Shahi architecture is the distinct style of Indo-Islamic architecture developed during the reign of the Qutb Shahi dynasty, also known as the Golconda Sultanate Heavy stucco ornamental work is a feature of Qutb Shahi architecture Jali latticed screens and landscaped gardens are a feature of Qutb Shahi architecture Source: https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/centre-plans-to-tweak-no-build-zone-around-monuments/article38388350.ece
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
“Essential religious practices test” which is seen in news recently was an outcome of
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Solution(b)
In the Commissioner, Hindu Religious Endowments, Madras vs Sri Lakshmindra Thirtha Swamiar of Sri Shirur Mutt case, or Shirur Mutt, of 1954, the court ruled, “what constitutes the essential part of a religion is primarily to be ascertained with reference to the doctrines of the religion itself”.
Source: https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/lead/the-interpretative-answer-to-the-hijab-row/article38389321.ece
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Solution(b)
In the Commissioner, Hindu Religious Endowments, Madras vs Sri Lakshmindra Thirtha Swamiar of Sri Shirur Mutt case, or Shirur Mutt, of 1954, the court ruled, “what constitutes the essential part of a religion is primarily to be ascertained with reference to the doctrines of the religion itself”.
Source: https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/lead/the-interpretative-answer-to-the-hijab-row/article38389321.ece
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Consider the following statements regarding ‘Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission’
- National Health Authority (NHA) is the body responsible for implementing ABDM
- The mission consists of six components
Choose the correct statements
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Solution(a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Incorrect National Health Authority (NHA) has been entrusted with the role of designing strategy, building technological infrastructure and implementation of “Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission” to create a National Digital Health Eco-system. ABDM consists of five components namely - ABHA Number.
- Health Facility Registry. …
- ABHA App
- Healthcare Professionals Registry. …
- Unified Health Interface (UHI)
Source: https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/weighing-in-on-a-health-data-retention-plan/article38389337.ece
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Solution(a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Incorrect National Health Authority (NHA) has been entrusted with the role of designing strategy, building technological infrastructure and implementation of “Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission” to create a National Digital Health Eco-system. ABDM consists of five components namely - ABHA Number.
- Health Facility Registry. …
- ABHA App
- Healthcare Professionals Registry. …
- Unified Health Interface (UHI)
Source: https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/weighing-in-on-a-health-data-retention-plan/article38389337.ece
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements
- Spectrum is allocated on auction basis in India
- Spectrum allocated is valid for 15 years
- The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India is responsible for allocation of spectrum
Choose the correct statements
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Solution(a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Incorrect Incorrect Spectrum allocation in India is done on auction basis Spectrum allocation is valid for a period of 20 years, which can be extended by an additional 10 years once per licence per circle. In India, the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) conducts auctions of licenses for electromagnetic spectrum. India was among the early adopters of spectrum auctions beginning auctions in 1994. Source: https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/editorial/fixing-frequencies-first-on-5g-economic-payoff-in-budget-speech/article38389296.ece
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Solution(a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Incorrect Incorrect Spectrum allocation in India is done on auction basis Spectrum allocation is valid for a period of 20 years, which can be extended by an additional 10 years once per licence per circle. In India, the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) conducts auctions of licenses for electromagnetic spectrum. India was among the early adopters of spectrum auctions beginning auctions in 1994. Source: https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/editorial/fixing-frequencies-first-on-5g-economic-payoff-in-budget-speech/article38389296.ece
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Consider the following statements regarding ‘Intensified Mission Indradhanush 4.0’
- It is a joint initiative of Ministry of Health& Family Welfare and Ministry of Women and Child Development
- The scheme has a special focus on tribal majority districts
Choose the correct statements
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Solution(d)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Incorrect It is an initiative of Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. It is supported by 11 other ministries and departments, such as Ministry of Women and Child Development, Panchayati Raj, Ministry of Urban Development, Ministry of Youth Affairs among others. Intensified Mission Indradhanush 4.0 will have three rounds and will be conducted in 416 districts (including 75 districts identified for Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav) across 33 States/UTs in the country. Mission Indradhansuh was also identified as one of the flagship schemes under Gram Swaraj Abhiyan (16,850 villages across 541 districts) and Extended Gram Swaraj Abhiyan (48,929 villages across 112 aspirational districts).But there is no mention of tribal majority districts. Source: https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=1796099
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Solution(d)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Incorrect It is an initiative of Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. It is supported by 11 other ministries and departments, such as Ministry of Women and Child Development, Panchayati Raj, Ministry of Urban Development, Ministry of Youth Affairs among others. Intensified Mission Indradhanush 4.0 will have three rounds and will be conducted in 416 districts (including 75 districts identified for Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav) across 33 States/UTs in the country. Mission Indradhansuh was also identified as one of the flagship schemes under Gram Swaraj Abhiyan (16,850 villages across 541 districts) and Extended Gram Swaraj Abhiyan (48,929 villages across 112 aspirational districts).But there is no mention of tribal majority districts. Source: https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=1796099
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