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 Animal Welfare Board of India (AWBI)
- The AWBI is a statutory advisory body established under the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960.
- The AWBI provides grants to animal welfare organizations and advises the government on animal welfare issues.
- The AWBI operates under the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
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Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 correct correct correct - The AWBI is indeed a statutory advisory body established under the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960.
- The AWBI does provide financial assistance to recognized Animal Welfare Organizations (AWOs) and advises the government on animal welfare issues.
- The AWBI functions under the administrative control of the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change.
Context:The Animal Welfare Board of India (AWBI) has announced the Prani Mitra and Jeev Daya Award Ceremony, to be held in New Delhi.
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Solution (c)
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Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 correct correct correct - The AWBI is indeed a statutory advisory body established under the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960.
- The AWBI does provide financial assistance to recognized Animal Welfare Organizations (AWOs) and advises the government on animal welfare issues.
- The AWBI functions under the administrative control of the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change.
Context:The Animal Welfare Board of India (AWBI) has announced the Prani Mitra and Jeev Daya Award Ceremony, to be held in New Delhi.
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following statements about the Biodiversity Leak
- Biodiversity leak” refers to the unintended spread of invasive alien species from controlled environments, such as research facilities or botanical gardens, into natural ecosystems.
- The primary driver of biodiversity leak is the increased global trade in live organisms and the expansion of captive breeding programs.
- Biodiversity leak is a phenomenon exclusively observed in terrestrial ecosystems, with negligible impact on aquatic environments.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
Correct
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 correct correct Incorrect - Biodiversity leak” accurately describes the unintentional release of non-native species from controlled settings into the wild.
- The global movement of living organisms, whether for trade, research, or conservation, significantly increases the risk of accidental introductions.
- Biodiversity leaks can occur in both terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems. For example, aquarium species can be released into waterways, and invasive aquatic plants can spread from water gardens.
Context:recent study published in the Science journal highlights how conservation efforts in some countries can lead to biodiversity loss in other regions.
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Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 correct correct Incorrect - Biodiversity leak” accurately describes the unintentional release of non-native species from controlled settings into the wild.
- The global movement of living organisms, whether for trade, research, or conservation, significantly increases the risk of accidental introductions.
- Biodiversity leaks can occur in both terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems. For example, aquarium species can be released into waterways, and invasive aquatic plants can spread from water gardens.
Context:recent study published in the Science journal highlights how conservation efforts in some countries can lead to biodiversity loss in other regions.
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
The Svalbard Global Seed Vault, often referred to as the “Doomsday Vault,” is primarily designed to:
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Option b Preserve a wide variety of plant seeds as a safeguard against global catastrophes. Context:The The Svalbard Global Seed Vault, often referred to as the “Doomsday Vault,” is primarily designed to:
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Option b Preserve a wide variety of plant seeds as a safeguard against global catastrophes. Context:The The Svalbard Global Seed Vault, often referred to as the “Doomsday Vault,” is primarily designed to:
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements about the 16th Conference of the Parties (COP16) to the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD)
- COP16 will focus on the implementation of the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework.
- COP16 is scheduled to be held in Turkey.
Choose the incorrect statements:
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Solution (d)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 correct correct - COP16 will be a crucial milestone for implementing the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework, adopted at COP15.
- COP16 is scheduled to be held in Turkey.
Context:World leaders at 16th Conference of the Parties (COP16) to the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) in Rome have reached a historic agreement on financing global conservation goals.
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Solution (d)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 correct correct - COP16 will be a crucial milestone for implementing the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework, adopted at COP15.
- COP16 is scheduled to be held in Turkey.
Context:World leaders at 16th Conference of the Parties (COP16) to the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) in Rome have reached a historic agreement on financing global conservation goals.
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Consider the following statements about the Ocelot,” a recently announced quantum computing chip
- Ocelot” utilizes superconducting qubits and boasts a significantly increased number of qubits compared to previous generations.
- The primary technological advancement of “Ocelot” lies in its enhanced error correction capabilities, enabling longer coherence times.
Choose the correct statements:
Correct
Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 correct correct - In the real world, new quantum chips are often announced with a higher number of qubits, and superconducting qubits are a common technology.
- Error correction and coherence time are critical challenges in quantum computing. Any major advance will focus on those items.
Context:Amazon Web Services (AWS) unveiled ‘Ocelot’, a new quantum computing chip, which aims to significantly accelerate the development of commercially viable quantum computers.
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Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 correct correct - In the real world, new quantum chips are often announced with a higher number of qubits, and superconducting qubits are a common technology.
- Error correction and coherence time are critical challenges in quantum computing. Any major advance will focus on those items.
Context:Amazon Web Services (AWS) unveiled ‘Ocelot’, a new quantum computing chip, which aims to significantly accelerate the development of commercially viable quantum computers.
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