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
- It is a multi-barrel rocket launcher system indigenously developed by India.
- The system is named after ‘Pinaka’, the bow of Lord Vishnu.
- The Pinaka Mark-I has a longer range compared to the Pinaka Mark-II.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
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Solution (a)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 correct Incorrect Incorrect - The Pinaka is indeed a multi-barrel rocket launcher system developed indigenously by India.
- The system is named after ‘Pinaka’, the bow of Lord Shiva, not Vishnu.
- The Pinaka Mark-II has an enhanced range compared to the Mark-I.
Context: The Indian Army has set a Rs 10,200 crore order for ammunition related to the Pinaka multi-launch artillery rocket system.
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Solution (a)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 correct Incorrect Incorrect - The Pinaka is indeed a multi-barrel rocket launcher system developed indigenously by India.
- The system is named after ‘Pinaka’, the bow of Lord Shiva, not Vishnu.
- The Pinaka Mark-II has an enhanced range compared to the Mark-I.
Context: The Indian Army has set a Rs 10,200 crore order for ammunition related to the Pinaka multi-launch artillery rocket system.
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following statements about the
- A scramjet engine uses atmospheric oxygen for combustion, unlike conventional rockets which carry both fuel and oxidizer.
- In a scramjet, the airflow through the engine remains at supersonic speeds throughout the combustion process.
- Scramjet technology is more efficient for atmospheric flight at hypersonic speeds (above Mach 5) compared to traditional rocket engines.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
Correct
Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 correct correct correct - Scramjets are a type of airbreathing jet engine, meaning they utilize oxygen from the atmosphere for combustion, making them lighter and more efficient than rockets that carry their own oxidizer.
- A key characteristic of scramjets is that the airflow remains supersonic throughout the engine, including during combustion. This is what distinguishes them from ramjets.
- Scramjets are designed for hypersonic flight, generally considered to be speeds above Mach 5. At these speeds, they offer greater efficiency compared to rockets.
Context:Defence Research & Development Laboratory (DRDL) in Hyderabad, under DRDO, is developing long-duration Supersonic Combustion Ramjet (Scramjet) powered Hypersonic technology.
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Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 correct correct correct - Scramjets are a type of airbreathing jet engine, meaning they utilize oxygen from the atmosphere for combustion, making them lighter and more efficient than rockets that carry their own oxidizer.
- A key characteristic of scramjets is that the airflow remains supersonic throughout the engine, including during combustion. This is what distinguishes them from ramjets.
- Scramjets are designed for hypersonic flight, generally considered to be speeds above Mach 5. At these speeds, they offer greater efficiency compared to rockets.
Context:Defence Research & Development Laboratory (DRDL) in Hyderabad, under DRDO, is developing long-duration Supersonic Combustion Ramjet (Scramjet) powered Hypersonic technology.
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
The Hema Committee, recently in news, is associated with which of the following issues?
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Option b The Hema Committee was constituted by the Kerala government to study the issues and challenges faced by women in the Malayalam film industry, particularly concerning gender disparity, sexual harassment, and other forms of exploitation. Context:Hema committee report ( The Hindu)
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Option b The Hema Committee was constituted by the Kerala government to study the issues and challenges faced by women in the Malayalam film industry, particularly concerning gender disparity, sexual harassment, and other forms of exploitation. Context:Hema committee report ( The Hindu)
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements about the
- It allocates the waters of the western rivers (Indus, Jhelum, and Chenab) exclusively to Pakistan.
- India is permitted to use the waters of the western rivers for limited agricultural and domestic purposes, as well as for generating hydroelectric power.
Choose the incorrect statements:
Correct
Solution (a)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect correct - While the treaty allocates the majority of the waters of the western rivers (Indus, Jhelum, and Chenab) to Pakistan, it does not grant exclusive rights.
- India is allowed to use the waters of the western rivers for certain non-consumptive uses, including domestic use, irrigation, and hydropower generation, within specific limits defined by the treaty.
Context: Competent’ to judge Indus Water Treaty dispute, says World Bank Neutral Expert
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Solution (a)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect correct - While the treaty allocates the majority of the waters of the western rivers (Indus, Jhelum, and Chenab) to Pakistan, it does not grant exclusive rights.
- India is allowed to use the waters of the western rivers for certain non-consumptive uses, including domestic use, irrigation, and hydropower generation, within specific limits defined by the treaty.
Context: Competent’ to judge Indus Water Treaty dispute, says World Bank Neutral Expert
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Consider the following statements about the Jawaharlal Nehru Port (JNPT)
- It is located in Mumbai, Maharashtra, and is the largest container port in India.
- It is the only Indian port to feature in the top 30 global container ports.
Choose the correct statements:
Correct
Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 correct correct - JNPT is located near Mumbai in Maharashtra and is indeed the largest container port in India, handling a significant portion of the country’s containerized cargo.
- JNPT has consistently ranked among the top container ports globally, often featuring in the top 30.
Context:Union Minister of Ports, Shipping & Waterways launched multiple projects worth nearly ₹2,000 crore in order to expand capacity at the Jawaharlal Nehru Port.
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Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 correct correct - JNPT is located near Mumbai in Maharashtra and is indeed the largest container port in India, handling a significant portion of the country’s containerized cargo.
- JNPT has consistently ranked among the top container ports globally, often featuring in the top 30.
Context:Union Minister of Ports, Shipping & Waterways launched multiple projects worth nearly ₹2,000 crore in order to expand capacity at the Jawaharlal Nehru Port.
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