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 Black Plastic
- Black plastic is often difficult to recycle due to the carbon black pigments used in its production, which interfere with optical sorting technology at recycling facilities.
- The absorption of solar radiation by black plastic contributes to increased localized temperatures, potentially impacting urban heat islands and environmental degradation.
- Regulations concerning black plastic are uniform across all Indian states, ensuring consistent waste management practices nationwide.
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 - Carbon black, used for the dark color, absorbs near-infrared light, which is used in optical sorting at recycling plants. This makes it difficult for the machines to identify and separate black plastic.
- Black surfaces absorb more solar radiation than lighter surfaces. This contributes to heat absorption and can exacerbate urban heat island effects.
- Regulations regarding plastic, including black plastic, vary significantly between Indian states. While national guidelines exist, implementation and specific rules differ.
Context:A study published in October last year analyzed 203 black plastic products (e.g., kitchen utensils, takeout containers, toys) sold in the U.S.
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Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 correct correct Incorrect - Carbon black, used for the dark color, absorbs near-infrared light, which is used in optical sorting at recycling plants. This makes it difficult for the machines to identify and separate black plastic.
- Black surfaces absorb more solar radiation than lighter surfaces. This contributes to heat absorption and can exacerbate urban heat island effects.
- Regulations regarding plastic, including black plastic, vary significantly between Indian states. While national guidelines exist, implementation and specific rules differ.
Context:A study published in October last year analyzed 203 black plastic products (e.g., kitchen utensils, takeout containers, toys) sold in the U.S.
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following statements about the Blue-Cheeked Bee-eater
- Recent discoveries have confirmed breeding sites of the Blue-Cheeked Bee-eater in the saltpans of Aandivilai, near the Manakudy Mangroves in Tamil Nadu.
- The Blue-Cheeked Bee-eater is classified as “Vulnerable” on the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species.
- The primary breeding habitats of this species are characterized by dense tropical rainforest environments.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
Correct
Solution (a)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 correct Incorrect Incorrect - Previously, the Blue-Cheeked Bee-eater was primarily known as a winter migrant to India. The recent findings have altered this understanding.
- The Blue-Cheeked Bee-eater is classified as “Least Concern” on the IUCN Red List.
- The Blue-Cheeked Bee-eater prefers sub-tropical semi-desert regions, steppe, and areas with scattered trees, not dense tropical rainforests.
Context:The first breeding site of the Blue-Cheeked Bee-eater in peninsular India has been discovered in the saltpans of Aandivilai near the Manakudy Mangroves in Kanniyakumari district.
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Solution (a)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 correct Incorrect Incorrect - Previously, the Blue-Cheeked Bee-eater was primarily known as a winter migrant to India. The recent findings have altered this understanding.
- The Blue-Cheeked Bee-eater is classified as “Least Concern” on the IUCN Red List.
- The Blue-Cheeked Bee-eater prefers sub-tropical semi-desert regions, steppe, and areas with scattered trees, not dense tropical rainforests.
Context:The first breeding site of the Blue-Cheeked Bee-eater in peninsular India has been discovered in the saltpans of Aandivilai near the Manakudy Mangroves in Kanniyakumari district.
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
The Herath Festival is primarily associated with the celebrations of:
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Option c The Herath Festival is the Kashmiri Pandit way of celebrating Maha Shivratri. It holds significant cultural and religious importance for this community. Context:Herath festival holds deep religious and cultural significance for the Kashmiri Hindu community.
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Option c The Herath Festival is the Kashmiri Pandit way of celebrating Maha Shivratri. It holds significant cultural and religious importance for this community. Context:Herath festival holds deep religious and cultural significance for the Kashmiri Hindu community.
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements about the Torrential Rain
- Torrential rainfall is primarily associated with stable atmospheric conditions and the absence of strong vertical air movement.
- The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) classifies rainfall exceeding 100 mm in 24 hours as “extremely heavy rainfall,” a category often associated with torrential rain.
Choose the incorrect statements:
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Solution (a)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect correct - Torrential rainfall is associated with unstable atmospheric conditions and strong vertical air movement (convection), which leads to the rapid formation of intense thunderstorms.
- The IMD uses specific rainfall thresholds for classification, and 100 mm in 24 hours is indeed considered “extremely heavy rainfall.”
Context:Torrential rains hit Bolivia, resulting in 37 deaths since November.
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Solution (a)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect correct - Torrential rainfall is associated with unstable atmospheric conditions and strong vertical air movement (convection), which leads to the rapid formation of intense thunderstorms.
- The IMD uses specific rainfall thresholds for classification, and 100 mm in 24 hours is indeed considered “extremely heavy rainfall.”
Context:Torrential rains hit Bolivia, resulting in 37 deaths since November.
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Consider the following statements about the Hague Service Convention
- India is a signatory to the Hague Service Convention.
- The Hague Service Convention applies to all types of legal documents, including those related to criminal proceedings.
Choose the correct statements:
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Solution (d)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Incorrect - India is not a signatory to the Hague Service Convention. This is a crucial point.
- The Hague Service Convention generally applies to civil and commercial matters, not criminal proceedings. Criminal matters often have their own specific procedures for international cooperation.
Context:The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) formally requested the Indian government to serve summons on Gautam Adani and Sagar Adani under the Hague Service Convention.
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Solution (d)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Incorrect - India is not a signatory to the Hague Service Convention. This is a crucial point.
- The Hague Service Convention generally applies to civil and commercial matters, not criminal proceedings. Criminal matters often have their own specific procedures for international cooperation.
Context:The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) formally requested the Indian government to serve summons on Gautam Adani and Sagar Adani under the Hague Service Convention.
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