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 ‘PSLV-C53’ mission
- It is the 53rd mission of the Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV) and the first mission using PSLV-Core Alone variant.
- The PSLV Orbital Experimental Module (POEM) onboard performs in-orbit scientific experiments using the spent PS4 stage as an orbital platform
Select the correct statement(s)
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Solution(b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Correct The PSLV-C53 is the 55th mission of the Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV) and 15th mission using PSLV-Core Alone variant. PSLV-C53 is the second dedicated commercial mission of NSIL. The PSLV Orbital Experimental Module (POEM) activity is performs in-orbit scientific experiments using the spent PS4 stage as an orbital platform. It is first time that PS4 stage would orbit the earth as a stabilized platform. Attitude stabilization is achieved using a dedicated NGC system. POEM derives the power from the solar panels mounted around the PS4 tank and a Li Ion battery. Context- PSLV-C53 was successfully launched today.
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Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Correct The PSLV-C53 is the 55th mission of the Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV) and 15th mission using PSLV-Core Alone variant. PSLV-C53 is the second dedicated commercial mission of NSIL. The PSLV Orbital Experimental Module (POEM) activity is performs in-orbit scientific experiments using the spent PS4 stage as an orbital platform. It is first time that PS4 stage would orbit the earth as a stabilized platform. Attitude stabilization is achieved using a dedicated NGC system. POEM derives the power from the solar panels mounted around the PS4 tank and a Li Ion battery. Context- PSLV-C53 was successfully launched today.
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following statements on GST council
- It is a constitutional body which was constituted by the 101st constitutional amendment act 2016.
- The quorum of the council is 10 per cent of the total number of members present and voting
- Center has one-third of the voting rights in the council.
Choose the correct answer using the code given below
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Solution(c)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Incorrect Correct GST was constituted by 101st constitutional amendment act 2016 by adding Article 279A. One-half of the total numbers of members of the Council is the quorum for conducting a meeting. Every decision of the Council is to be taken by a majority of not less than three-fourths of the weighted votes of the members present and voting at the meeting. The vote of the central government shall have a weightage of one-third of the total votes cast in the meeting. (ii) The votes of all the state governments combined shall have a weightage of two-thirds of the total votes cast in that meeting. Context- GST council held its 47th meet recently.
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Solution(c)
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Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Incorrect Correct GST was constituted by 101st constitutional amendment act 2016 by adding Article 279A. One-half of the total numbers of members of the Council is the quorum for conducting a meeting. Every decision of the Council is to be taken by a majority of not less than three-fourths of the weighted votes of the members present and voting at the meeting. The vote of the central government shall have a weightage of one-third of the total votes cast in the meeting. (ii) The votes of all the state governments combined shall have a weightage of two-thirds of the total votes cast in that meeting. Context- GST council held its 47th meet recently.
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Consider the following statements with respect to ‘Competition Commission of India’
- It is a statutory body within the Ministry of Commerce and Industry and is responsible for enforcing the Competition Act of 2002
- The commission is also required to give an opinion on competition issues on a reference received from a statutory authority established under any law
- CCI also approves combination under the act so that two merging entities do not overtake the market.
Choose the correct answer using the code given below
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Solution(c)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Correct Correct The Competition Commission of India (CCI) is the chief national competition regulator in India. It is a statutory body within the Ministry of Corporate Affairs and is responsible for enforcing the Competition Act, 2002 in order to promote competition and prevent activities that have an appreciable adverse effect on competition in India The commission is also required to give an opinion on competition issues on a reference received from a statutory authority established under any law and to undertake competition advocacy, create public awareness and impart training on competition issues. CCI also approves combination under the act so that two merging entities do not overtake the market. Context – CCI approved proposed combination involving Google International LLC and Bharti Airtel Limited
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Solution(c)
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Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Correct Correct The Competition Commission of India (CCI) is the chief national competition regulator in India. It is a statutory body within the Ministry of Corporate Affairs and is responsible for enforcing the Competition Act, 2002 in order to promote competition and prevent activities that have an appreciable adverse effect on competition in India The commission is also required to give an opinion on competition issues on a reference received from a statutory authority established under any law and to undertake competition advocacy, create public awareness and impart training on competition issues. CCI also approves combination under the act so that two merging entities do not overtake the market. Context – CCI approved proposed combination involving Google International LLC and Bharti Airtel Limited
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
‘Bonalu’ seen in news is recently is a
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Solution(d)
Bonalu is a Telangana traditional Hindu festival centered on the Goddess Mahakali. This festival is celebrated annually in the twin cities of Hyderabad and Secunderabad, as well as in other parts of the state. It is an offering to the Mother Goddess. Women prepare rice cooked with milk and jaggery in a new brass or earthen pot adorned with neem leaves, turmeric, vermilion and a lit lamp on top of the pot. Women carry the pots on their heads and make an offering of the Bonam along with turmeric-vermilion, bangles and sari to the Mother Goddess across the temples
Context – The festival was celebrated recently in Telangana.
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Solution(d)
Bonalu is a Telangana traditional Hindu festival centered on the Goddess Mahakali. This festival is celebrated annually in the twin cities of Hyderabad and Secunderabad, as well as in other parts of the state. It is an offering to the Mother Goddess. Women prepare rice cooked with milk and jaggery in a new brass or earthen pot adorned with neem leaves, turmeric, vermilion and a lit lamp on top of the pot. Women carry the pots on their heads and make an offering of the Bonam along with turmeric-vermilion, bangles and sari to the Mother Goddess across the temples
Context – The festival was celebrated recently in Telangana.
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
With reference to ‘Going Online as Leaders Programme 2.0’, consider the following statements
- It aims to aims to digitally upskill youth by promoting entrepreneurship amongst tribal communities of the country
- It has been launched by Ministry of Tribal Affairs in partnership with Microsoft India
Select the correct statement(s)
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Solution(a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Incorrect It aims to digitally upskill 10 lakh youth by on promoting entrepreneurship amongst tribal communities of the country and opening up opportunities for them using digital technology. Ministry of Tribal Affairs launched the 2nd Phase of the Going Online as Leaders Programme (GOAL) programme. The programme is a joint initiative of the Ministry of Tribal Affairs and Meta (FaceBook) Context – Second Phase of Goal Programme for uplifting tribal communities through digital entrepreneurship launched
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Solution(a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Incorrect It aims to digitally upskill 10 lakh youth by on promoting entrepreneurship amongst tribal communities of the country and opening up opportunities for them using digital technology. Ministry of Tribal Affairs launched the 2nd Phase of the Going Online as Leaders Programme (GOAL) programme. The programme is a joint initiative of the Ministry of Tribal Affairs and Meta (FaceBook) Context – Second Phase of Goal Programme for uplifting tribal communities through digital entrepreneurship launched
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