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 Indus Valley script
It is a pictographic script, primarily depicting objects and ideas.
It has been definitively deciphered, revealing a close link to the Dravidian languages.
The script was written both from left to right and right to left, known as the “boustrophedon” style.
How many of the statements given above are correct?Correct
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 correct Incorrect correct - While the exact nature of the Indus Valley script is still debated, it appears to be primarily pictographic, using symbols to represent objects, ideas, and possibly sounds.
- The Indus Valley script remains largely undeciphered. There have been attempts to link it to various language families, including Dravidian, but none have been conclusively proven.
- The Indus Valley script was written in both directions, left to right and right to left, in alternating lines, a style known as “boustrophedon.”
Context: Stalin offers $1-mn prize for decoding Indus Valley script
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Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 correct Incorrect correct - While the exact nature of the Indus Valley script is still debated, it appears to be primarily pictographic, using symbols to represent objects, ideas, and possibly sounds.
- The Indus Valley script remains largely undeciphered. There have been attempts to link it to various language families, including Dravidian, but none have been conclusively proven.
- The Indus Valley script was written in both directions, left to right and right to left, in alternating lines, a style known as “boustrophedon.”
Context: Stalin offers $1-mn prize for decoding Indus Valley script
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following statements about the Narayan Guru
- He was a social reformer from Kerala who challenged the caste system.
- He founded the Sree Narayana Dharma Paripalana Yogam (SNDP), a philanthropic organization.
- He was a staunch supporter of untouchability.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
Correct
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 correct correct Incorrect - Narayan Guru was a prominent social reformer from Kerala who strongly opposed the caste system and advocated for social equality
- He founded the SNDP, a significant organization that played a crucial role in the social and educational upliftment of marginalized communities in Kerala.
- Narayan Guru was a staunch opponent of untouchability and dedicated his life to eradicating this social evil.
Context:Narayan Guru ( The Hindu news)
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Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 correct correct Incorrect - Narayan Guru was a prominent social reformer from Kerala who strongly opposed the caste system and advocated for social equality
- He founded the SNDP, a significant organization that played a crucial role in the social and educational upliftment of marginalized communities in Kerala.
- Narayan Guru was a staunch opponent of untouchability and dedicated his life to eradicating this social evil.
Context:Narayan Guru ( The Hindu news)
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Banihal Pass is situated in which of the following mountain ranges in India?
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Solution (a)
Option - Banihal Pass is a mountain pass in the Pir Panjal Range of the Himalayas, situated in Jammu and Kashmir. It connects the Kashmir Valley to the outer Himalayas and serves as a vital transportation route.
Context: Four-lane Banihal bypass opens in J&K’s Ramban
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Solution (a)
Option - Banihal Pass is a mountain pass in the Pir Panjal Range of the Himalayas, situated in Jammu and Kashmir. It connects the Kashmir Valley to the outer Himalayas and serves as a vital transportation route.
Context: Four-lane Banihal bypass opens in J&K’s Ramban
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements about the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY)
- PMMSY is primarily focused on inland fisheries and does not include any provisions for marine fisheries.
- The scheme promotes the use of traditional fishing methods to ensure sustainability.
Choose the incorrect statements:
Correct
Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Incorrect - PMMSY covers both inland and marine fisheries.
- While sustainability is a key aspect of PMMSY, it encourages the adoption of modern and sustainable fishing practices, which may include the use of technology and improved fishing gear.
Context: Inaugurate Northeastern States Meet on Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY)
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Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Incorrect - PMMSY covers both inland and marine fisheries.
- While sustainability is a key aspect of PMMSY, it encourages the adoption of modern and sustainable fishing practices, which may include the use of technology and improved fishing gear.
Context: Inaugurate Northeastern States Meet on Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY)
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Consider the following statements about the Coal production in India
- India is the world’s second-largest producer of coal.
- Most of India’s coal reserves are of bituminous type.
Choose the correct statements:
Correct
Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 correct correct - India is indeed the world’s second-largest producer of coal after China.
- Most of India’s coal reserves are of bituminous type, which is a type of coal with high carbon content and is widely used for industrial purposes.
Context: Coal Sector Achieves Highest Ever Production & Dispatch in Calendar Year 2024
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Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 correct correct - India is indeed the world’s second-largest producer of coal after China.
- Most of India’s coal reserves are of bituminous type, which is a type of coal with high carbon content and is widely used for industrial purposes.
Context: Coal Sector Achieves Highest Ever Production & Dispatch in Calendar Year 2024
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