IASbaba Daily Prelims Quiz
For Previous Daily Quiz (ARCHIVES) – CLICK HERE
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.
Gear up and Make the Best Use of this initiative.
Do remember that, “the difference between Ordinary and EXTRA-Ordinary is PRACTICE!!”
Important Note:
- Don’t forget to post your marks in the comment section. Also, let us know if you enjoyed today’s test 🙂
- After completing the 5 questions, click on ‘View Questions’ to check your score, time taken, and solutions.
Test-summary
0 of 5 questions completed
Questions:
- 1
- 2
- 3
- 4
- 5
Information
To view Solutions, follow these instructions:
- Click on – ‘Start Test’ button
- Solve Questions
- Click on ‘Test Summary’ button
- Click on ‘Finish Test’ button
- Now click on ‘View Questions’ button – here you will see solutions and links.
You have already completed the test before. Hence you can not start it again.
Test is loading...
You must sign in or sign up to start the test.
You have to finish following test, to start this test:
Results
0 of 5 questions answered correctly
Your time:
Time has elapsed
You have scored 0 points out of 0 points, (0)
| Average score |
|
| Your score |
|
Categories
- Not categorized 0%
| Pos. | Name | Entered on | Points | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Table is loading | ||||
| No data available | ||||
- 1
- 2
- 3
- 4
- 5
- Answered
- Review
-
Question 1 of 5
1. Question
‘Sinthan Pass’ connects which of the following two regions
Correct
Solution (c)
Sinthan Top is a mountain pass, a popular tourist destination located between South Kashmir’s Breng Valley (Sub-District Kokernag) in Anantnag district and Kishtwar district of Chenab Valley in the Indian union territory of Jammu and Kashmir. Majority of the area lies on the Kishtwar side. The top acts as a sort of base camp to several alpine lakes in the region.
Context – The pass was reopened recently
Incorrect
Solution (c)
Sinthan Top is a mountain pass, a popular tourist destination located between South Kashmir’s Breng Valley (Sub-District Kokernag) in Anantnag district and Kishtwar district of Chenab Valley in the Indian union territory of Jammu and Kashmir. Majority of the area lies on the Kishtwar side. The top acts as a sort of base camp to several alpine lakes in the region.
Context – The pass was reopened recently
-
Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following statements with respect to ‘The Election Symbols (Reservation and Allotment) Order, 1968’
- It specifies that the Election Commission of India is the only authority to decide issues on a dispute or a merger
- The order classifies the election symbols into reserved, frozen and free symbols
- The order mentions the conditions for a party to be recognized as a national, state party and also for continued recognition of a party
Choose the correct answer using the code given below
Correct
Solution (c)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Incorrect Correct The Election Symbols (Reservation and Allotment) Order, 1968 empowers the ECI to recognise political parties and allot symbols. Under Paragraph 15 of the Order, the ECI is the only authority to decide issues on a dispute or a merger. The order classifies the election symbols into reserved and free symbols. A reserved symbol is a symbol which is reserved for a recognised political party for exclusive allotment to contesting candidates set up by that party and a free symbol is a symbol other than a reserved symbol The order mentions the conditions for a party to be recognized as a national, state party and also for continued recognition of a party Context – The order was in news due to allotment of a state party symbol to one faction recently.
Incorrect
Solution (c)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Incorrect Correct The Election Symbols (Reservation and Allotment) Order, 1968 empowers the ECI to recognise political parties and allot symbols. Under Paragraph 15 of the Order, the ECI is the only authority to decide issues on a dispute or a merger. The order classifies the election symbols into reserved and free symbols. A reserved symbol is a symbol which is reserved for a recognised political party for exclusive allotment to contesting candidates set up by that party and a free symbol is a symbol other than a reserved symbol The order mentions the conditions for a party to be recognized as a national, state party and also for continued recognition of a party Context – The order was in news due to allotment of a state party symbol to one faction recently.
-
Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Consider the following statements about ‘Keeladi excavations’
- It is a Sangam period settlement lying on the bank of river Palar that is being excavated by the Archaeological Survey of India
- This site is estimated to be from the period between the 5th century BCE and the 3rd century CE and evidences of Tamil-Brahmi script have been found
Select the correct statement(s)
Correct
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Correct Keeladi excavation site is a Sangam period settlement that is being excavated by the Archaeological Survey of India and the Tamil Nadu Archaeology Department. The settlement lies on the bank of the Vaigai River. This is a large-scale excavation carried out in Tamil Nadu after the Adichanallur archaeological site. In the fourth phase of excavations at Keezhadi, 72 potsherds with Tamil-Brahmi script were discovered at the site. Some of these artifacts have inscribed graffiti marks, similar to graffiti marks which some believe to have evolved from the Indus script. Context – The excavations here from 2015 prove that an urban civilisation existed in Tamil Nadu in the Sangam age on the banks of the Vaigai river.
Incorrect
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Correct Keeladi excavation site is a Sangam period settlement that is being excavated by the Archaeological Survey of India and the Tamil Nadu Archaeology Department. The settlement lies on the bank of the Vaigai River. This is a large-scale excavation carried out in Tamil Nadu after the Adichanallur archaeological site. In the fourth phase of excavations at Keezhadi, 72 potsherds with Tamil-Brahmi script were discovered at the site. Some of these artifacts have inscribed graffiti marks, similar to graffiti marks which some believe to have evolved from the Indus script. Context – The excavations here from 2015 prove that an urban civilisation existed in Tamil Nadu in the Sangam age on the banks of the Vaigai river.
-
Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements about ‘Law Commission of India’
- It is statutory body constituted by the Government of India under the Ministry of Law and justice
- The first Law Commission was established during the British Raj era and was chaired by Lord Cornwallis
- The recommendations of the commission are not binding on the government
Choose the correct answer using the code given below
Correct
Solution (d)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Incorrect Correct The Law Commission of India is an executive body established by an order of the Government of India. The commission’s function is to research and advise the government on legal reform, and is composed of legal experts, and headed by a retired judge. The commission is established for a fixed tenure and works as an advisory body to the Ministry of Law and Justice. The first Law Commission was established in 1834 by the British government under the chairmanship of Lord Macaulay. The recommendations of the commission are not binding on the government. “They are recommendations. They may be accepted or rejected. Action on the said recommendations depends on the ministries/departments, which are concerned with the subject matter of the recommendations.” This has resulted in a number of important and critical recommendations not being implemented. Context – Term of 22nd Law Commission extended till August, 2024
Incorrect
Solution (d)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Incorrect Correct The Law Commission of India is an executive body established by an order of the Government of India. The commission’s function is to research and advise the government on legal reform, and is composed of legal experts, and headed by a retired judge. The commission is established for a fixed tenure and works as an advisory body to the Ministry of Law and Justice. The first Law Commission was established in 1834 by the British government under the chairmanship of Lord Macaulay. The recommendations of the commission are not binding on the government. “They are recommendations. They may be accepted or rejected. Action on the said recommendations depends on the ministries/departments, which are concerned with the subject matter of the recommendations.” This has resulted in a number of important and critical recommendations not being implemented. Context – Term of 22nd Law Commission extended till August, 2024
-
Question 5 of 5
5. Question
With reference to ‘LORA (Long-Range Artillery) Weapon System’, consider the following statements
- It is a sea-to-ground and ground-to-ground system which comprises a long-range ballistic missile and an unique launcher
- Its guidance system is solely based on Inertial Navigation System (INS) and does not require Global Positioning System (GPS)
Select the correct statement(s)
Correct
Solution (a)
Statement analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Incorrect It is a sea-to-ground and ground-to-ground system which comprises a long-range ballistic missile, a unique launcher, a command and control system, and a ground/marine support system. It provides ballistic assault capabilities for multiple ranges with a precision level of 10 meters CEP (circular error probable). The LORA uses a shaped trajectory flight mode. LORA is stored in a sealed canister, enabling very low maintenance costs. Its guidance system is based on both the Global Positioning System (GPS) and the Inertial Navigation System (INS), with possible in-flight maneuvering capability. Context – Defence PSU Bharat Electronics Ltd. (BEL) has signed an MoU with Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) for domestic manufacture and supply of its LORA Weapon System for the Indian Tri-services.
Incorrect
Solution (a)
Statement analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Incorrect It is a sea-to-ground and ground-to-ground system which comprises a long-range ballistic missile, a unique launcher, a command and control system, and a ground/marine support system. It provides ballistic assault capabilities for multiple ranges with a precision level of 10 meters CEP (circular error probable). The LORA uses a shaped trajectory flight mode. LORA is stored in a sealed canister, enabling very low maintenance costs. Its guidance system is based on both the Global Positioning System (GPS) and the Inertial Navigation System (INS), with possible in-flight maneuvering capability. Context – Defence PSU Bharat Electronics Ltd. (BEL) has signed an MoU with Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) for domestic manufacture and supply of its LORA Weapon System for the Indian Tri-services.
- Current Affairs Quiz, IAS Daily Current Affairs Quiz, IAS UPSC Current Affairs Quiz, IAS UPSC Prelims Quiz, IASbaba's Current Affairs Prelims Quiz, IASbaba's Daily Quiz, IASbaba's UPSC Quiz, Prelims Current Affairs Quiz, UPSC Current Affairs Quiz, UPSC Current Affairs Quiz IASbaba, UPSC Daily Current Affair Quiz, UPSC IAS Daily Quiz
