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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 about Colombo Security Conclave (CSC)
- It is a regional security grouping comprising China, Sri Lanka, the Maldives and Mauritius.
- With the financial aid from China the conclave focuses on maritime safety and security, and cyber-security and protection of critical infrastructure.
Choose the correct statements:
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Solution (d)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Incorrect · It is a regional security grouping comprising India, Sri Lanka, the Maldives and Mauritius. Origin:
· The CSC initially known as the Trilateral for Maritime Security Cooperation, evolved out of trilateral meetings between NSAs and Deputy NSAs from India, Maldives, and Sri Lanka, starting in 2011.
· It came to a standstill after 2014 due to rising tensions between India and the Maldives.
· Since its revival and re-branding as the CSC in 2020, Mauritius was added as a member of the grouping.
· Current members of CSC include India, Maldives, Mauritius, and Sri Lanka, while Bangladesh and Seychelles are the two observer nations.
· Cooperation under the conclave focuses on five pillars – maritime safety and security, countering terrorism and radicalisation, combating trafficking and transnational organised crime, cyber-security and protection of critical infrastructure, and humanitarian assistance and disaster relief. · A permanent secretariat, based in Colombo, was established in 2021 to coordinate all activities and implement decisions made at the NSA level.
Context: India’s National Security Adviser (NSA) recently took part in the sixth NSA meeting of the Colombo Security Conclave (CSC).
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Solution (d)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Incorrect · It is a regional security grouping comprising India, Sri Lanka, the Maldives and Mauritius. Origin:
· The CSC initially known as the Trilateral for Maritime Security Cooperation, evolved out of trilateral meetings between NSAs and Deputy NSAs from India, Maldives, and Sri Lanka, starting in 2011.
· It came to a standstill after 2014 due to rising tensions between India and the Maldives.
· Since its revival and re-branding as the CSC in 2020, Mauritius was added as a member of the grouping.
· Current members of CSC include India, Maldives, Mauritius, and Sri Lanka, while Bangladesh and Seychelles are the two observer nations.
· Cooperation under the conclave focuses on five pillars – maritime safety and security, countering terrorism and radicalisation, combating trafficking and transnational organised crime, cyber-security and protection of critical infrastructure, and humanitarian assistance and disaster relief. · A permanent secretariat, based in Colombo, was established in 2021 to coordinate all activities and implement decisions made at the NSA level.
Context: India’s National Security Adviser (NSA) recently took part in the sixth NSA meeting of the Colombo Security Conclave (CSC).
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following plant species
- Lantana Camara
- Prosopis juliflora
- Chromolaena odorata
- Emblica officinalis
How many of the above given plant species are invasive species in India?
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Solution (c)
Option c Correct · National-level survey conducted in India, which noted that 158,000 plots in 358,000 square kilometres of wild area are invaded by alien species. The 11 high-concern invasive plant species that showed presence in 20 states of the country included Lantana camara, Prosopis juliflora and Chromolaena odorata. Amla (Emblica officinalis)
· The Amla tree, native to India, is a small to medium-sized deciduous tree found in tropical regions. Its fruits resemble gooseberries and are consumed fresh, as juice, pickles, or preserves. Amla is rich in vitamin C, boosting immunity and promoting hair and skin health. It is also used in Ayurvedic medicine and cosmetics.
Context: A decade-long initiative in Madhya Pradesh to reclaim land overrun by lantana helps has made the residents to restart agriculture and restore native biodiversity recently.
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Solution (c)
Option c Correct · National-level survey conducted in India, which noted that 158,000 plots in 358,000 square kilometres of wild area are invaded by alien species. The 11 high-concern invasive plant species that showed presence in 20 states of the country included Lantana camara, Prosopis juliflora and Chromolaena odorata. Amla (Emblica officinalis)
· The Amla tree, native to India, is a small to medium-sized deciduous tree found in tropical regions. Its fruits resemble gooseberries and are consumed fresh, as juice, pickles, or preserves. Amla is rich in vitamin C, boosting immunity and promoting hair and skin health. It is also used in Ayurvedic medicine and cosmetics.
Context: A decade-long initiative in Madhya Pradesh to reclaim land overrun by lantana helps has made the residents to restart agriculture and restore native biodiversity recently.
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Consider the following statements about Pir Panjal Range
- Pir Panjal Range extends from the Nilam in the western Azad Kashmir area to the upper Beas River in Himachal Pradesh
- Banihal Pass is a mountain pass across the Pir Panjal Range which connects Jammu to Srinagar.
- River Indus after entering India flows between Ladakh and Pir Panjal Range.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
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Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Incorrect · It is located in the northern Indian subcontinent. · The Pir Panjal Range is part of the Western Himalayas and is principally in the disputed Kashmir region.
· It extends from the Nilam (Kishanganga) River in the western Azad Kashmir area, through southwestern Jammu & Kashmir union territory, to the upper Beas River in northwestern Himachal Pradesh.
· Banihal Pass is a mountain pass across the Pir Panjal Range which connects Jammu to Srinagar. · Indus river flows between the Zaskar (Zanskar) and Ladakh ranges. Indus river originates from the Kailash range. After entering India it flows between this two ranges. Context: The Pir Panjal (South) in the Jammu sector has in recent months, witnessed more operational activity and presence of terrorists.
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Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Incorrect · It is located in the northern Indian subcontinent. · The Pir Panjal Range is part of the Western Himalayas and is principally in the disputed Kashmir region.
· It extends from the Nilam (Kishanganga) River in the western Azad Kashmir area, through southwestern Jammu & Kashmir union territory, to the upper Beas River in northwestern Himachal Pradesh.
· Banihal Pass is a mountain pass across the Pir Panjal Range which connects Jammu to Srinagar. · Indus river flows between the Zaskar (Zanskar) and Ladakh ranges. Indus river originates from the Kailash range. After entering India it flows between this two ranges. Context: The Pir Panjal (South) in the Jammu sector has in recent months, witnessed more operational activity and presence of terrorists.
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements about Tansen
- He was one of the nine gems of the court of Mughal emperor Akbar.
- The Hindu king of Rewa, Raja Ramchandra Singh gave him the title Mian, an honorific, meaning learned man.
- Tansen composed Dhrupads on Hindu gods and goddesses.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
Correct
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Incorrect Correct · He began his career and spent most of his adult life in the court and patronage of the Hindu king of Rewa, Raja Ramchandra Singh (1555–1592), where Tansen’s musical abilities and studies gained widespread fame. · His reputation brought him to the attention of the Mughal Emperor Akbar, who sent messengers to Raja Ramchandra Singh, requesting Tansen to join the musicians at the Mughal court.
· Akbar considered him as a Navaratnas (nine jewels)
· Akbar gave him the title Mian, an honorific, meaning learned man. · Tansen is remembered for his epic Dhrupad compositions, creating several new ragas, as well as for writing two classic books on music Sri Ganesh Stotra and Sangita Sara. Context: Around 1,300 tabla players who performed during Tansen Samaroh entered the Guinness World Records for achieving the “largest tabla ensemble”.
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Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Incorrect Correct · He began his career and spent most of his adult life in the court and patronage of the Hindu king of Rewa, Raja Ramchandra Singh (1555–1592), where Tansen’s musical abilities and studies gained widespread fame. · His reputation brought him to the attention of the Mughal Emperor Akbar, who sent messengers to Raja Ramchandra Singh, requesting Tansen to join the musicians at the Mughal court.
· Akbar considered him as a Navaratnas (nine jewels)
· Akbar gave him the title Mian, an honorific, meaning learned man. · Tansen is remembered for his epic Dhrupad compositions, creating several new ragas, as well as for writing two classic books on music Sri Ganesh Stotra and Sangita Sara. Context: Around 1,300 tabla players who performed during Tansen Samaroh entered the Guinness World Records for achieving the “largest tabla ensemble”.
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
The World’s Oldest Fort, Amnya Fort recently seen in news is located in which of the following country?
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Solution (a)
Option a Correct · Hunter-gatherers built the world’s oldest known fort 8,000 years ago in Siberia, challenging the assumption that fortresses were exclusive to agricultural societies. · The Amnya fort along the Amnya River in western Siberia consists of pit-house depressions with earthen walls and wooden palisades, suggesting advanced agricultural and defensive capabilities.
· Siberia is a vast Russian province encompassing most of Northern Asia, with terrain spanning tundra, coniferous forest and mountain ranges including the Ural, Altai and Verkhoyansk. Lake Baikal, in its south, is the world’s deepest lake, circled by a network of hiking paths called the Great Baikal Trail. The Trans-Siberian Railway passes Baikal on its route between Moscow and the Sea of Japan
Context: It was in news.
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Solution (a)
Option a Correct · Hunter-gatherers built the world’s oldest known fort 8,000 years ago in Siberia, challenging the assumption that fortresses were exclusive to agricultural societies. · The Amnya fort along the Amnya River in western Siberia consists of pit-house depressions with earthen walls and wooden palisades, suggesting advanced agricultural and defensive capabilities.
· Siberia is a vast Russian province encompassing most of Northern Asia, with terrain spanning tundra, coniferous forest and mountain ranges including the Ural, Altai and Verkhoyansk. Lake Baikal, in its south, is the world’s deepest lake, circled by a network of hiking paths called the Great Baikal Trail. The Trans-Siberian Railway passes Baikal on its route between Moscow and the Sea of Japan
Context: It was in news.
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