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 Pay commission
- Pay Commissions are constituted by the President of India.
- The primary function of Pay Commissions is to review and recommend revisions to the salaries and allowances of central government employees.
- The recommendations of Pay Commissions are binding on the government.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
Correct
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 correct correct Incorrect - Pay Commissions are indeed constituted by the President of India.
- The primary function of Pay Commissions is to review and recommend revisions to the salaries, allowances, and other service conditions of central government employees.
- While the recommendations of Pay Commissions are highly influential, they are not legally binding on the government. The government may accept, reject, or modify the recommendations based on its own assessment and budgetary constraints.
Context:PM approves constitution of Eighth Pay Commission
Incorrect
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 correct correct Incorrect - Pay Commissions are indeed constituted by the President of India.
- The primary function of Pay Commissions is to review and recommend revisions to the salaries, allowances, and other service conditions of central government employees.
- While the recommendations of Pay Commissions are highly influential, they are not legally binding on the government. The government may accept, reject, or modify the recommendations based on its own assessment and budgetary constraints.
Context:PM approves constitution of Eighth Pay Commission
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following statements about the rupee weakening
- A weaker Rupee can make Indian exports more competitive in the global market.
- It can lead to higher import costs, thus increasing inflation.
- It can benefit Indian tourists traveling abroad.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
Correct
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 correct correct Incorrect - When the Rupee weakens, Indian exports become cheaper for foreign buyers, making them more competitive in the international market.
- A weaker Rupee makes imports more expensive as importers need to pay more Rupees for the same amount of foreign currency. This can lead to higher prices for imported goods, contributing to inflation.
- A weaker Rupee makes it more expensive for Indian tourists to travel abroad as they need to spend more Rupees to buy foreign currency.
Context:The impacts of rupee weakening( The Hindu)
Incorrect
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 correct correct Incorrect - When the Rupee weakens, Indian exports become cheaper for foreign buyers, making them more competitive in the international market.
- A weaker Rupee makes imports more expensive as importers need to pay more Rupees for the same amount of foreign currency. This can lead to higher prices for imported goods, contributing to inflation.
- A weaker Rupee makes it more expensive for Indian tourists to travel abroad as they need to spend more Rupees to buy foreign currency.
Context:The impacts of rupee weakening( The Hindu)
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Which of the following statements about the SVAMITVA Scheme is correct?
Correct
Option (c) It aims to provide an integrated property validation solution for rural India.
Option SVAMITVA stands for “Survey of Villages and Mapping with Improvised Technology in Village Areas.” It is a scheme launched by the Ministry of Panchayati Raj to provide an integrated property validation solution for rural India.
Context:PM to distribute over 65 lakh property cards to property owners under SVAMITVA Scheme on 18th January
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Option (c) It aims to provide an integrated property validation solution for rural India.
Option SVAMITVA stands for “Survey of Villages and Mapping with Improvised Technology in Village Areas.” It is a scheme launched by the Ministry of Panchayati Raj to provide an integrated property validation solution for rural India.
Context:PM to distribute over 65 lakh property cards to property owners under SVAMITVA Scheme on 18th January
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements about the Human Papillomavirus (HPV)
- Vaccination against HPV is available and highly effective in preventing HPV-related cancers.
- HPV only affects women.
Choose the incorrect statements:
Correct
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 correct Incorrect - HPV vaccines are highly effective in preventing HPV infections and the cancers they cause.
- HPV can infect both men and women.
Context: Costly HPV vaccine needs to be part of national immunisation programme
Incorrect
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 correct Incorrect - HPV vaccines are highly effective in preventing HPV infections and the cancers they cause.
- HPV can infect both men and women.
Context: Costly HPV vaccine needs to be part of national immunisation programme
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Consider the following statements about Interest Equalisation Scheme
- It is primarily targeted towards Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs).
- It is implemented by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI).
Choose the correct statements:
Correct
Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 correct correct - The scheme primarily targets MSMEs, which often face challenges in accessing affordable credit.
- The Interest Equalization Scheme is implemented by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI).
Context:Commerce Ministry’s Budget pitch: ‘Prioritise MSMEs under Rs 3,000-crore Interest Equalisation Scheme’
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Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 correct correct - The scheme primarily targets MSMEs, which often face challenges in accessing affordable credit.
- The Interest Equalization Scheme is implemented by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI).
Context:Commerce Ministry’s Budget pitch: ‘Prioritise MSMEs under Rs 3,000-crore Interest Equalisation Scheme’
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