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 the National Turmeric Board
- It was established by the Government of India in 2020.
- It is responsible for the development and growth of the turmeric sector in India.
- It comes under the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare.
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 - The National Turmeric Board was indeed established by the Government of India in 2020.
- The primary objective of the National Turmeric Board is to promote the development and growth of the turmeric sector in India.
- The National Turmeric Board comes under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, not the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare.
Context: Union Minister of Commerce & Industry, Shri Piyush today inaugurated the National Turmeric Board in New Delhi
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Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 correct correct Incorrect - The National Turmeric Board was indeed established by the Government of India in 2020.
- The primary objective of the National Turmeric Board is to promote the development and growth of the turmeric sector in India.
- The National Turmeric Board comes under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, not the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare.
Context: Union Minister of Commerce & Industry, Shri Piyush today inaugurated the National Turmeric Board in New Delhi
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following statements about the PM-Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana
- It aims to provide free electricity to all households in India.
- It encourages the installation of rooftop solar panels by providing subsidies.
- It is implemented by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
Correct
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect correct correct - While the scheme might aim to promote widespread solar adoption, it’s unlikely to provide completely free electricity to all households.
- Subsidies for rooftop solar installations would be a key component of such a scheme to encourage adoption.
- The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy would likely be the lead agency in implementing such a scheme.
Context:MNRE issues Operational Guidelines for implementation of various components under PM-Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana
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Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect correct correct - While the scheme might aim to promote widespread solar adoption, it’s unlikely to provide completely free electricity to all households.
- Subsidies for rooftop solar installations would be a key component of such a scheme to encourage adoption.
- The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy would likely be the lead agency in implementing such a scheme.
Context:MNRE issues Operational Guidelines for implementation of various components under PM-Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Which of the following statements about the Kanuma festival is correct?
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Solution (b)
Option Kanuma is a post-harvest festival celebrated primarily in the states of Telangana and Andhra Pradesh. It is known for the elaborate worship of cattle, particularly cows and bulls, which are considered sacred.
Context:In Telangana, people are celebrating Kanuma today, the festival of cattle, on the third day of Sankranti festival. In rural areas, people worship cattle and agricultural tools
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Solution (b)
Option Kanuma is a post-harvest festival celebrated primarily in the states of Telangana and Andhra Pradesh. It is known for the elaborate worship of cattle, particularly cows and bulls, which are considered sacred.
Context:In Telangana, people are celebrating Kanuma today, the festival of cattle, on the third day of Sankranti festival. In rural areas, people worship cattle and agricultural tools
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements about the Mission Mausam
- It involves the deployment of advanced weather observation systems like radars and satellites.
- It is primarily focused on improving agricultural productivity through accurate weather predictions.
Choose the incorrect statements:
Correct
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 correct Incorrect - key component of Mission Mausam is the deployment of advanced weather observation systems, including next-generation radars, satellites, and other technologies.
- While accurate weather forecasts can benefit agriculture, Mission Mausam has a broader scope that includes enhancing overall weather prediction and preparedness for extreme weather events.
Context: Prime Minister Narendra Modi today launched Mission Mausam to make the country a weather-ready and climate-smart nation
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Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 correct Incorrect - key component of Mission Mausam is the deployment of advanced weather observation systems, including next-generation radars, satellites, and other technologies.
- While accurate weather forecasts can benefit agriculture, Mission Mausam has a broader scope that includes enhancing overall weather prediction and preparedness for extreme weather events.
Context: Prime Minister Narendra Modi today launched Mission Mausam to make the country a weather-ready and climate-smart nation
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Consider the following statements about the Diego Garcia
- It is a part of the British Indian Ocean Territory.
- It hosts a significant United States military base.
Choose the correct statements:
Correct
Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 correct correct - It is part of the British Indian Ocean Territory, an overseas territory of the United Kingdom.
- Diego Garcia hosts a large and strategically important United States military base.
Context:Fishermen were detained near Diego Garcia island for crossing the maritime boundary and poaching.
Incorrect
Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 correct correct - It is part of the British Indian Ocean Territory, an overseas territory of the United Kingdom.
- Diego Garcia hosts a large and strategically important United States military base.
Context:Fishermen were detained near Diego Garcia island for crossing the maritime boundary and poaching.
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