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 Household Consumption Expenditure Survey (HCES)?
- It is conducted by the National Statistical Office (NSO) every 5 years.
- The survey provides data on household expenditure on food and non-food items.
- HCES provides state-wise estimates of household consumption expenditure.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
Correct
Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 correct Correct correct - Traditionally, the HCES was conducted every 5 years (quinquennially). This provided a benchmark for understanding household spending patterns and was crucial for various economic indicators like GDP and poverty estimates.
- The survey provides data on household expenditure on food and non-food items.
- The Household Consumption Expenditure Survey (HCES) does indeed provide state-wise estimates of household consumption expenditure.
Context:
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Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 correct Correct correct - Traditionally, the HCES was conducted every 5 years (quinquennially). This provided a benchmark for understanding household spending patterns and was crucial for various economic indicators like GDP and poverty estimates.
- The survey provides data on household expenditure on food and non-food items.
- The Household Consumption Expenditure Survey (HCES) does indeed provide state-wise estimates of household consumption expenditure.
Context:
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following statements about the Siang multipurpose project .
- It is a proposed hydroelectric power project planned on the Siang River in Assam.
- The project is being developed in collaboration with Bhutan.
- The project has raised concerns regarding its potential environmental and social impacts, including displacement of local communities and impact on downstream ecology.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
Correct
Solution (a)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Incorrect correct - It is a proposed hydroelectric power project planned on the Siang River in Arunachal Pradesh.
- The project is not being developed in collaboration with Bhutan.
- The project has raised concerns regarding its potential environmental and social impacts, including displacement of local communities and impact on downstream ecology.
Context: in news
Incorrect
Solution (a)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Incorrect correct - It is a proposed hydroelectric power project planned on the Siang River in Arunachal Pradesh.
- The project is not being developed in collaboration with Bhutan.
- The project has raised concerns regarding its potential environmental and social impacts, including displacement of local communities and impact on downstream ecology.
Context: in news
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Which of the following statements about Hazrat Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti is NOT correct?
Correct
Solution (D)
Option - Hazrat Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti arrived in India during the reign of Prithviraj Chauhan (1166-1192 CE) and settled in Ajmer, which was later conquered by Muhammad Ghori in 1192 CE. He passed away in 1236 CE. Iltutmish ruled from 1211 CE to 1236 CE
Context: The countdown for the 813th Urs of Sufi saint Hazrat Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti has begun.
Incorrect
Solution (D)
Option - Hazrat Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti arrived in India during the reign of Prithviraj Chauhan (1166-1192 CE) and settled in Ajmer, which was later conquered by Muhammad Ghori in 1192 CE. He passed away in 1236 CE. Iltutmish ruled from 1211 CE to 1236 CE
Context: The countdown for the 813th Urs of Sufi saint Hazrat Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti has begun.
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements about the Current Account Deficit
- A widening Current Account Deficit can lead to depreciation of the domestic currency.
- FDI is part of the Current Account, not the Capital Account.
Choose the incorrect statements:
Correct
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 correct Incorrect - A widening Current Account Deficit can lead to depreciation of the domestic currency.
- FDI is not part of the Current Account
Context: Current account deficit narrows to $11.2 bn in Q2: RBI
Incorrect
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 correct Incorrect - A widening Current Account Deficit can lead to depreciation of the domestic currency.
- FDI is not part of the Current Account
Context: Current account deficit narrows to $11.2 bn in Q2: RBI
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Consider the following statements about the Quality Council of India
- QCI is a non-profit organization that aims to promote quality in all sectors of Indian economy.
- QCI was established in 1997 through a collaborative effort between the Government of India and the Indian industry.
Choose the correct statements:
Correct
Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 correct correct - The Quality Council of India (QCI) is indeed a non-profit organization that plays a crucial role in promoting quality across various sectors of the Indian economy.
- QCI was established in 1997 as an autonomous body under the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce and Industry.
Context: In news
Incorrect
Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 correct correct - The Quality Council of India (QCI) is indeed a non-profit organization that plays a crucial role in promoting quality across various sectors of the Indian economy.
- QCI was established in 1997 as an autonomous body under the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce and Industry.
Context: In news
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