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
With reference to ‘Pusa Decomposer’, consider the following statements
- It is a bio-enzyme developed by Indian Agricultural Research Institute in association with Punjab University
- It decomposes the stubble within a span of 10 days and turns it into manure
Which of the statement/s given above is/are correct?
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Solution(d)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Incorrect The Pusa decomposer, is a bio-enzyme developed by the Indian Agriculture Research Institute (IARI) to decompose crop residue. It can turn crop residue into organic manure in just 15-20 days. Context- Delhi Government employed this bio decomposer to discourage stubble burning.
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Solution(d)
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Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Incorrect The Pusa decomposer, is a bio-enzyme developed by the Indian Agriculture Research Institute (IARI) to decompose crop residue. It can turn crop residue into organic manure in just 15-20 days. Context- Delhi Government employed this bio decomposer to discourage stubble burning.
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following statements regarding ‘E-Shram’
- It is the web portal for creating a National Database of Unorganized Workers (NDUW)
- Every worker registered under this portal will be given a 16 digit unique identification number
- It is co-ordinated by the Ministry of Labour and Employment
Choose the correct statement/s using the code given below
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Solution(c)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Incorrect Correct It is the web portal for creating a National Database of Unorganized Workers (NDUW), which will be seeded with Aadhaar It seeks to register an estimated 398-400 million unorganised workers and to issue an EShram card containing a 12-digit unique number The registration of workers on the portal will be coordinated by the Labour Ministry, state governments, trade unions and CSCs Context- E-Shram portal was launched recently
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Solution(c)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Incorrect Correct It is the web portal for creating a National Database of Unorganized Workers (NDUW), which will be seeded with Aadhaar It seeks to register an estimated 398-400 million unorganised workers and to issue an EShram card containing a 12-digit unique number The registration of workers on the portal will be coordinated by the Labour Ministry, state governments, trade unions and CSCs Context- E-Shram portal was launched recently
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Consider the following statements regarding ‘Strengthening the Potential of India (SPIN) scheme’
- The Scheme enables the registered potters to get a direct loan from the banks under Pradhan Mantri Shishu Mudra Yojana
- It is launched by the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship
Choose the correct statement/s given above
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Solution(a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Incorrect The Scheme enables the registered potters to get a direct loan from the banks under Pradhan Mantri Shishu Mudra Yojana. Under this Scheme, KVIC is acting as a facilitator for financial aid to potters through RBL bank and also providing training to the artisans, opting for this scheme Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC) launched the scheme called SPIN (Strengthening the Potential of India). Context – The scheme was launched by KVIC
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Solution(a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Incorrect The Scheme enables the registered potters to get a direct loan from the banks under Pradhan Mantri Shishu Mudra Yojana. Under this Scheme, KVIC is acting as a facilitator for financial aid to potters through RBL bank and also providing training to the artisans, opting for this scheme Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC) launched the scheme called SPIN (Strengthening the Potential of India). Context – The scheme was launched by KVIC
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements regarding ‘Sea Cucumbers’
- Sea cucumbers are marine invertebrates that live in tropical regions
- The presence of sea cucumbers is essential for the survival of the coral reefs
- All the species of Sea cucumbers are classified as endangered and come under Schedule 1 of the Wildlife Protection Act,1972
Which of the statement(s) mentioned above is/are correct
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Solution(b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Incorrect Sea cucumbers are marine invertebrates that live on the seafloor found generally in tropical regions. They’re named for their unusual oblong shape that resembles a fat cucumber They are crucial to maintain the balance of ocean habitats. The main by-products of the sea cucumbers digestion of sand is calcium carbonate and this is essential for the survival of the coral reefs. It comes under Schedule I of the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972. But not all sea cucumbers are endangered. IUCN Red List: Brown Sea Cucumber (Endangered), Blackspotted Sea Cucumber (Least Concern), Blue Sea Cucumber (Data Deficient), etc
Context – The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) had seized two tonnes of sea cucumber, a banned marine species, in the Gulf of Mannar and Palk Bay areas in Tamil Nadu.
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Solution(b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Incorrect Sea cucumbers are marine invertebrates that live on the seafloor found generally in tropical regions. They’re named for their unusual oblong shape that resembles a fat cucumber They are crucial to maintain the balance of ocean habitats. The main by-products of the sea cucumbers digestion of sand is calcium carbonate and this is essential for the survival of the coral reefs. It comes under Schedule I of the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972. But not all sea cucumbers are endangered. IUCN Red List: Brown Sea Cucumber (Endangered), Blackspotted Sea Cucumber (Least Concern), Blue Sea Cucumber (Data Deficient), etc
Context – The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) had seized two tonnes of sea cucumber, a banned marine species, in the Gulf of Mannar and Palk Bay areas in Tamil Nadu.
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
‘Nukhai’ seen in news is a
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Solution(a)
It is an agricultural festival, observed to welcome the new rice of the season. It is observed on the fifth day of the lunar fortnight of the month of Bhadrapada or Bhaadra (August–September), the day after the Ganesh Chaturthi festival. It is celebrated in Western Odisha and adjoining areas of Simdega in Jharkhand.
Context – The festival was in news
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Solution(a)
It is an agricultural festival, observed to welcome the new rice of the season. It is observed on the fifth day of the lunar fortnight of the month of Bhadrapada or Bhaadra (August–September), the day after the Ganesh Chaturthi festival. It is celebrated in Western Odisha and adjoining areas of Simdega in Jharkhand.
Context – The festival was in news
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