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 about Ribosomes
- Ribosomes are non-membrane-bound cell organelles made of RNA and proteins.
- They are found in both prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells.
- They are complex molecular machines that make proteins from amino acids in a process called translation.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
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Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Correct · Ribosomes are non-membrane-bound cell organelles made of RNA and proteins. · Ribosomal structure and function are strikingly similar in all organisms and organelles.
· They are made of two subunits, the large and the small subunit which comprises ribosomal RNA (rRNA) and proteins.
· They are found in both prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells. · In eukaryotic organisms, ribosomes are found in the cytoplasm, mitochondria, and chloroplast.
· All prokaryotic ribosomes are found free in the cytoplasm of the cell.
· Primary Function: · They are complex molecular machines that make proteins from amino acids in a process called protein synthesis, or translation.
· Every cell needs ribosomes to manufacture proteins.
· The ribosome reads the messenger RNA (mRNA) sequence and translates that genetic code into a specified string of amino acids, which grow into long chains that fold to form proteins.
· The newly formed proteins detach themselves from the ribosome site and migrate to other parts of the cell for use.
Context: Using electron microscopy, scientists have recently managed to produce a 3D model of a part of the human cell, the ribosome.
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Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Correct · Ribosomes are non-membrane-bound cell organelles made of RNA and proteins. · Ribosomal structure and function are strikingly similar in all organisms and organelles.
· They are made of two subunits, the large and the small subunit which comprises ribosomal RNA (rRNA) and proteins.
· They are found in both prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells. · In eukaryotic organisms, ribosomes are found in the cytoplasm, mitochondria, and chloroplast.
· All prokaryotic ribosomes are found free in the cytoplasm of the cell.
· Primary Function: · They are complex molecular machines that make proteins from amino acids in a process called protein synthesis, or translation.
· Every cell needs ribosomes to manufacture proteins.
· The ribosome reads the messenger RNA (mRNA) sequence and translates that genetic code into a specified string of amino acids, which grow into long chains that fold to form proteins.
· The newly formed proteins detach themselves from the ribosome site and migrate to other parts of the cell for use.
Context: Using electron microscopy, scientists have recently managed to produce a 3D model of a part of the human cell, the ribosome.
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following statements about Loss and Damage Fund
- It is a global financial package to ensure the rescue and rehabilitation of countries facing the cascading effects of war.
- Recently UNGA adopted a resolution 78/240 to establish Loss and Damage Fund to which secretariat is provided by UNDP.
Choose the correct statement:
Correct
Solution (d)
Statement Analysis
Option d Correct · It is a global financial package to ensure the rescue and rehabilitation of countries facing the cascading effects of climate change. · The term refers to the compensation that rich nations, whose industrial growth has resulted in global warming and driven the planet into a climate crisis, must pay to poor nations, whose carbon footprint is low but are facing the brunt of rising sea levels, floods, crippling droughts, and intense cyclones, among others.
Background:
· At the 27th Conference of Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP27) held in Egypt, Parties reached an agreement on providing loss and damage funding to nations most vulnerable and impacted by the effects of climate change.
· At COP28, the fund was formally established and a decision text stated that the fund would be governed and supervised by a board, a decision-making body.
· The board is tasked with setting up a strategic direction for the Fund as well as its governance and operational modalities, policies, frameworks and work programme, including relevant funding decisions.
· The Board will comprise 26 members, 12 members from developed countries and 14 from developing nations.
Context: Developed countries have delayed nominating members to the Loss and Damage Board, hampering efforts to fully operationalise the fund to developing countries in time.
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Solution (d)
Statement Analysis
Option d Correct · It is a global financial package to ensure the rescue and rehabilitation of countries facing the cascading effects of climate change. · The term refers to the compensation that rich nations, whose industrial growth has resulted in global warming and driven the planet into a climate crisis, must pay to poor nations, whose carbon footprint is low but are facing the brunt of rising sea levels, floods, crippling droughts, and intense cyclones, among others.
Background:
· At the 27th Conference of Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP27) held in Egypt, Parties reached an agreement on providing loss and damage funding to nations most vulnerable and impacted by the effects of climate change.
· At COP28, the fund was formally established and a decision text stated that the fund would be governed and supervised by a board, a decision-making body.
· The board is tasked with setting up a strategic direction for the Fund as well as its governance and operational modalities, policies, frameworks and work programme, including relevant funding decisions.
· The Board will comprise 26 members, 12 members from developed countries and 14 from developing nations.
Context: Developed countries have delayed nominating members to the Loss and Damage Board, hampering efforts to fully operationalise the fund to developing countries in time.
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Consider the following statements about SAMAR Assessment Certificates
- SAMAR is a benchmark to measure the competency of defence manufacturing enterprises.
- It is collaboration between DRDO and Quality Council of India (QCI) to strengthen the defence manufacturing ecosystem.
- The certificate is valid for a period of 10 years from the date of issuance.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
Correct
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Incorrect · System for Advance Manufacturing Assessment and Rating (SAMAR) certificate is a benchmark to measure the competency of defence manufacturing enterprises. Objective:
· Provide an objective assessment of manufacturing capability of Defence Manufacturing Enterprises
· Enable enterprises to benchmark their performance across a range of business capabilities to enhance quality, reliability and competitiveness
· Create a credible database of Defence manufacturers for ease in vendor selection and development
· It is an outcome of the collaboration between DRDO and Quality Council of India (QCI) to strengthen the defence manufacturing ecosystem in the country with an objective to further the vision of making India self- reliant in defence manufacturing. · The certification is based on a maturity assessment model developed by QCI and is applicable to all defence manufacturing enterprises i.e., micro, small, medium and large enterprises.
· Eligibility: All defence manufacturing enterprises, both MSME and Large enterprises, are eligible to apply for this certification. · Validity: It is valid for a period of 2 years from the date of issuance of certificate.
Context: Recently, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) handed over SAMAR assessment certificates to nine Industry Partners.
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Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Incorrect · System for Advance Manufacturing Assessment and Rating (SAMAR) certificate is a benchmark to measure the competency of defence manufacturing enterprises. Objective:
· Provide an objective assessment of manufacturing capability of Defence Manufacturing Enterprises
· Enable enterprises to benchmark their performance across a range of business capabilities to enhance quality, reliability and competitiveness
· Create a credible database of Defence manufacturers for ease in vendor selection and development
· It is an outcome of the collaboration between DRDO and Quality Council of India (QCI) to strengthen the defence manufacturing ecosystem in the country with an objective to further the vision of making India self- reliant in defence manufacturing. · The certification is based on a maturity assessment model developed by QCI and is applicable to all defence manufacturing enterprises i.e., micro, small, medium and large enterprises.
· Eligibility: All defence manufacturing enterprises, both MSME and Large enterprises, are eligible to apply for this certification. · Validity: It is valid for a period of 2 years from the date of issuance of certificate.
Context: Recently, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) handed over SAMAR assessment certificates to nine Industry Partners.
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements about Energy Charter Treaty
- It is an international agreement that establishes a framework for cross-border cooperation in the energy industry.
- Unlike in case of fossil fuels it allows companies to sue governments in case of Green energy over policies affecting their investments.
Choose the incorrect statement:
Correct
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Incorrect · The Energy Charter Treaty (ECT) is an international agreement that establishes a framework for cross-border cooperation in the energy industry. It was founded in 1991 and covers all aspects of commercial energy activities, including trade, transit, investments, and energy efficiency. · The ECT’s purpose is to promote long-term cooperation in the energy field, based on complementarities and mutual benefits.
· The 1998 Energy Charter Treaty (ECT) protects investments in both green energy and fossil fuels, allowing companies to sue governments over policies affecting their investments. · It is designed to promote energy security through the operation of more open and competitive energy markets, while respecting the principles of sustainable development and sovereignty over energy resources.
Context: The UK, along with France, Germany, Spain, and the Netherlands, is withdrawing from the Energy Charter Treaty, which allows fossil fuel companies to sue governments over climate policies.
Incorrect
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Incorrect · The Energy Charter Treaty (ECT) is an international agreement that establishes a framework for cross-border cooperation in the energy industry. It was founded in 1991 and covers all aspects of commercial energy activities, including trade, transit, investments, and energy efficiency. · The ECT’s purpose is to promote long-term cooperation in the energy field, based on complementarities and mutual benefits.
· The 1998 Energy Charter Treaty (ECT) protects investments in both green energy and fossil fuels, allowing companies to sue governments over policies affecting their investments. · It is designed to promote energy security through the operation of more open and competitive energy markets, while respecting the principles of sustainable development and sovereignty over energy resources.
Context: The UK, along with France, Germany, Spain, and the Netherlands, is withdrawing from the Energy Charter Treaty, which allows fossil fuel companies to sue governments over climate policies.
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Exercise Dharma Guardian, recently seen in news is joint military exercise between the Indian Army and which of the following country?
Correct
Solution (a)
Option a Correct Exercise Dharma Guardian · It is an annual exercise and conducted alternatively in India and Japan.
· It is the 5th edition of joint military exercise between the Indian Army and the Japan
· Aim of the Exercise is to foster Military Cooperation and enhance combined capabilities to execute joint operations in semi-urban environments under Chapter VII of United Nations Charter.
· The Exercise would focus on a high degree of physical fitness, joint planning, joint tactical drills and basics of special arms skills.
Context: Recently, India and Japan kicked-off a two-week military exercise ‘Dharma Guardian’ in Rajasthan’s Mahajan field firing range to foster deeper cooperation in confronting common security challenges.
Incorrect
Solution (a)
Option a Correct Exercise Dharma Guardian · It is an annual exercise and conducted alternatively in India and Japan.
· It is the 5th edition of joint military exercise between the Indian Army and the Japan
· Aim of the Exercise is to foster Military Cooperation and enhance combined capabilities to execute joint operations in semi-urban environments under Chapter VII of United Nations Charter.
· The Exercise would focus on a high degree of physical fitness, joint planning, joint tactical drills and basics of special arms skills.
Context: Recently, India and Japan kicked-off a two-week military exercise ‘Dharma Guardian’ in Rajasthan’s Mahajan field firing range to foster deeper cooperation in confronting common security challenges.
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