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 with respect to ‘Solid state batteries’
- A solid-state battery can increase energy density per unit area since only a small number of batteries are needed
- A solid-state battery has higher energy density than a Li-ion battery that uses liquid electrolyte solution
Select the correct statement(s)
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Solution(c)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Correct A solid-state battery can increase energy density per unit area since only a small number of batteries are needed. For that reason, a solid-state battery is perfect to make an EV battery system of module and pack, which needs high capacity. A solid-state battery has higher energy density than a Li-ion battery that uses liquid electrolyte solution. It doesn’t have a risk of explosion or fire, so there is no need to have components for safety, thus saving more space. Then we have more space to put more active materials which increase battery capacity in the battery. Context – DST-IISc energy storage platform moves towards enabling fast-charging solid-state batteries
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Solution(c)
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Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Correct A solid-state battery can increase energy density per unit area since only a small number of batteries are needed. For that reason, a solid-state battery is perfect to make an EV battery system of module and pack, which needs high capacity. A solid-state battery has higher energy density than a Li-ion battery that uses liquid electrolyte solution. It doesn’t have a risk of explosion or fire, so there is no need to have components for safety, thus saving more space. Then we have more space to put more active materials which increase battery capacity in the battery. Context – DST-IISc energy storage platform moves towards enabling fast-charging solid-state batteries
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
‘Thiomargarita Magnifica’ seen in news recently is
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Solution(b)
The bacteria was discovered in the mangroves of the Guadeloupe archipelago in the Caribbean Named Thiomargarita Magnifica, they live by oxidizing sulfur and are 50 times bigger than any other known bacteria.
Context – World’s biggest bacterium found in Caribbean mangrove swamp
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Solution(b)
The bacteria was discovered in the mangroves of the Guadeloupe archipelago in the Caribbean Named Thiomargarita Magnifica, they live by oxidizing sulfur and are 50 times bigger than any other known bacteria.
Context – World’s biggest bacterium found in Caribbean mangrove swamp
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
With reference to ‘2022 UN Ocean Conference’, consider the following statements
- The conference has been hosted by the Global Ocean Commission along with the Government of Portugal
- The theme of the conference is “Scaling up Ocean Action based on Science and Innovation for the implementation of Goal 10: Stocktaking, Partnerships and Solutions”
- Leaders from the private sector, the scientific community and other partners apart from Heads of Government and State together are expected to chart a new pathway at the UN conference
Choose the correct answer using the code given below
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Solution(d)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Incorrect Correct The Ocean Conference, co-hosted by the Governments of Kenya and Portugal, comes at a critical time as the world is seeking to address the many of the deep-rooted problems of our societies laid bare by the COVID-19 pandemic and which will require major structural transformations and common shared solutions that are anchored in the SDGs. “Scaling up Ocean Action based on Science and Innovation for the implementation of Goal 14: Stocktaking, Partnerships and Solutions” is the theme of the conference. Heads of Government and State together with leaders from the private sector, the scientific community and other partners will gather at the Conference to chart a new pathway that would ensure the protection and conservation of the ocean and its resources. Context – Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh left for Portugal today to take part in the “2022 UN Ocean Conference” in Lisbon from 27th of June to 1st of July 2022
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Solution(d)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Incorrect Correct The Ocean Conference, co-hosted by the Governments of Kenya and Portugal, comes at a critical time as the world is seeking to address the many of the deep-rooted problems of our societies laid bare by the COVID-19 pandemic and which will require major structural transformations and common shared solutions that are anchored in the SDGs. “Scaling up Ocean Action based on Science and Innovation for the implementation of Goal 14: Stocktaking, Partnerships and Solutions” is the theme of the conference. Heads of Government and State together with leaders from the private sector, the scientific community and other partners will gather at the Conference to chart a new pathway that would ensure the protection and conservation of the ocean and its resources. Context – Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh left for Portugal today to take part in the “2022 UN Ocean Conference” in Lisbon from 27th of June to 1st of July 2022
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements with respect to ‘Tenth schedule of the Constitution of India’
- The law provides for the Presiding Officer of the legislature to disqualify any defector on a petition by another member
- A member voluntarily giving up membership refers only to a simple resignation letter and formally joining another party
- Deputy speaker may adjudicate on behalf of the speaker if the office of the speaker is vacant in this regard
Choose the correct answer using the code given below
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Solution(a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Incorrect Correct The law provides for the Presiding Officer of the legislature to disqualify any defector on a petition by another member. The law contemplates two kinds of defection: by a member voluntarily giving up membership of the party on whose symbol he got elected by a member violating a direction (whip) issued by his party to vote in a particular way or to abstain from voting. A member voluntarily giving up membership does not refer to a simple resignation letter and formally joining another party. It is often an inference drawn by the party that loses a member to another based on the legislator’s conduct. The Supreme Court has also ruled that ‘voluntarily giving up membership’ can be inferred from the conduct of a person. Ex., an MLA or MP attending public rallies for a rival party could be held to have “voluntarily given up his membership” and be charged with defection. Deputy speaker may adjudicate on behalf of the speaker if the office of the speaker is vacant in this regard which is happening in the case of Maharashtra. Context – Anti defection law is in news due to the ongoing political crisis in Maharashtra.
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Solution(a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Incorrect Correct The law provides for the Presiding Officer of the legislature to disqualify any defector on a petition by another member. The law contemplates two kinds of defection: by a member voluntarily giving up membership of the party on whose symbol he got elected by a member violating a direction (whip) issued by his party to vote in a particular way or to abstain from voting. A member voluntarily giving up membership does not refer to a simple resignation letter and formally joining another party. It is often an inference drawn by the party that loses a member to another based on the legislator’s conduct. The Supreme Court has also ruled that ‘voluntarily giving up membership’ can be inferred from the conduct of a person. Ex., an MLA or MP attending public rallies for a rival party could be held to have “voluntarily given up his membership” and be charged with defection. Deputy speaker may adjudicate on behalf of the speaker if the office of the speaker is vacant in this regard which is happening in the case of Maharashtra. Context – Anti defection law is in news due to the ongoing political crisis in Maharashtra.
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Consider the following statements with respect to ‘Sao Joao’ festival
- It is the feast of St. John the Baptist who is believed to have baptized Jesus Christ
- John the Baptist died in Goa and a church is dedicated to him there
Select the correct statement(s)
Correct
Solution(a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Incorrect ‘Sao Joao’ festival is the feast of St John the Baptist. The festival sees revellers plunging into water bodies in the morning to commemorate the day in the name of St John De Baptista who was believed to have baptised Jesus Christ. The festival is marked to herald the monsoon season in the state every year in June St John the Baptist died in Fortress of Machaerus, Jordan in 1st century A.D although a Church is dedicated to the Baptist in Goa. Context – Sao Joao festival was celebrated in Goa recently.
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Solution(a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Incorrect ‘Sao Joao’ festival is the feast of St John the Baptist. The festival sees revellers plunging into water bodies in the morning to commemorate the day in the name of St John De Baptista who was believed to have baptised Jesus Christ. The festival is marked to herald the monsoon season in the state every year in June St John the Baptist died in Fortress of Machaerus, Jordan in 1st century A.D although a Church is dedicated to the Baptist in Goa. Context – Sao Joao festival was celebrated in Goa recently.
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