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 ‘UN High Seas Treaty’
- The treaty concerns the ocean existing beyond the Exclusive Economic Zones
- The treaty has been negotiated under High Ambition Coalition
Select the correct statement(s)
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Solution(a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Incorrect The proposed treaty concerns the ocean existing beyond the Exclusive Economic Zones that lie from the coast of a country to about 200 nautical miles or 370 km into the sea, till where it has special rights for exploration. Waters beyond that are known as open seas or high seas. The treaty was to be negotiated under the United Nations Convention on Laws of the Sea (UNCLOS) of 1982 which governs the rights of countries regarding marine resources. Context – Negotiations involving 168 countries, including the European Union, to agree on a UN treaty for protecting oceans failed
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Solution(a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Incorrect The proposed treaty concerns the ocean existing beyond the Exclusive Economic Zones that lie from the coast of a country to about 200 nautical miles or 370 km into the sea, till where it has special rights for exploration. Waters beyond that are known as open seas or high seas. The treaty was to be negotiated under the United Nations Convention on Laws of the Sea (UNCLOS) of 1982 which governs the rights of countries regarding marine resources. Context – Negotiations involving 168 countries, including the European Union, to agree on a UN treaty for protecting oceans failed
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
‘PARAKH’ seen in news is used in the context of
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Solution(b)
The proposed regulator, PARAKH (Performance Assessment, Review and Analysis of Knowledge for Holistic Development), which will act as a constituent unit of the NCERT, will also be tasked with holding periodic learning outcome tests like the National Achievement Survey (NAS) and State Achievement Surveys.
Context – Government proposes a new regulator for ‘uniformity’ in all board exams
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Solution(b)
The proposed regulator, PARAKH (Performance Assessment, Review and Analysis of Knowledge for Holistic Development), which will act as a constituent unit of the NCERT, will also be tasked with holding periodic learning outcome tests like the National Achievement Survey (NAS) and State Achievement Surveys.
Context – Government proposes a new regulator for ‘uniformity’ in all board exams
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Arrange the following Pacific Ocean Islands from South to North
- Fiji
- New Caledonia
- Marshall islands
- Solomon islands
Choose the correct code:
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Solution (b)
Context: Solomon Islands has suspended visits from all foreign Navies, citing a need to review approval processes, after a U.S. Coast Guard ship was unable to refuel at its port.
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Solution (b)
Context: Solomon Islands has suspended visits from all foreign Navies, citing a need to review approval processes, after a U.S. Coast Guard ship was unable to refuel at its port.
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements
- International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) was created in 1945 aftermath of atomic bomb incidents on Hiroshima and Nagasaki.
- World Energy Outlook (WEO) is the annual report published by International Atomic Energy Agency.
- In 2005, IAEA was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for their work for a safe and peaceful world.
Choose the incorrect statements:
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Solution (c)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Incorrect Correct · Widely known as the world’s “Atoms for Peace and Development” organization within the United Nations family, the IAEA is the international centre for cooperation in the nuclear field. · The IAEA was created in 1957 in response to the deep fears and expectations generated by the discoveries and diverse uses of nuclear technology.
· Headquarter: Vienna, Austria.
· The International Energy Agency (IEA) released the World Energy Outlook (WEO) Report 2021. Published every year, the WEO provides critical analysis and insights on trends in energy demand and supply. · In 2005, IAEA was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for their work for a safe and peaceful world. Context: A team of officials from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) arrived in Ukraine to assess the condition of the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant.
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Solution (c)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Incorrect Correct · Widely known as the world’s “Atoms for Peace and Development” organization within the United Nations family, the IAEA is the international centre for cooperation in the nuclear field. · The IAEA was created in 1957 in response to the deep fears and expectations generated by the discoveries and diverse uses of nuclear technology.
· Headquarter: Vienna, Austria.
· The International Energy Agency (IEA) released the World Energy Outlook (WEO) Report 2021. Published every year, the WEO provides critical analysis and insights on trends in energy demand and supply. · In 2005, IAEA was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for their work for a safe and peaceful world. Context: A team of officials from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) arrived in Ukraine to assess the condition of the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant.
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Consider the following statements about Special Marriage Act (SMA), 1954
- The act requires the couples to give a notice declaring their intent to marry 30 days before their marriage.
- It allows any person to object to the marriage within 30 days of the publication of the notice.
- This Act applies not only to Indian citizens but also to Indian nationals who live abroad.
Choose the correct statements:
Correct
Solution (d)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Correct · The Special Marriage Act (SMA), 1954 requires couples to give a notice declaring their intent to marry 30 days before their marriage · Section 7(1) of SMA allows any person to object to the marriage within 30 days of the publication of the notice, failing which a marriage can be solemnised under Section 7(2) · This Act includes Hindus, Muslims, Christians, Sikhs, Jains, and Buddhists marriages. · This Act applies not only to Indian citizens who belong to different castes and religions but also to Indian nationals who live abroad.
Context: The Supreme Court dismissed a writ petition challenging provisions of the Special Marriage Act (SMA), 1954.
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Solution (d)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Correct · The Special Marriage Act (SMA), 1954 requires couples to give a notice declaring their intent to marry 30 days before their marriage · Section 7(1) of SMA allows any person to object to the marriage within 30 days of the publication of the notice, failing which a marriage can be solemnised under Section 7(2) · This Act includes Hindus, Muslims, Christians, Sikhs, Jains, and Buddhists marriages. · This Act applies not only to Indian citizens who belong to different castes and religions but also to Indian nationals who live abroad.
Context: The Supreme Court dismissed a writ petition challenging provisions of the Special Marriage Act (SMA), 1954.
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