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 Asian Development Bank (ADB)
- The ADB was established in 1966 with the primary objective of fostering economic growth and cooperation in Asia and the Pacific.
- Japan holds the largest share of voting power in the ADB, followed by the United States.
- The ADB exclusively provides loans and grants to governments of its member countries.
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 - The ADB was indeed established in 1966 with the aim of promoting economic and social development in its member countries in Asia and the Pacific.
- Japan and the United States are the two largest shareholders in the ADB and consequently hold the largest voting power.
- While the ADB primarily works with governments, it also provides direct financial assistance to private sector entities in its developing member countries.
Context:The 58th Annual Meeting of the Board of Governors of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) began in Milan, Italy.
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Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 correct correct Incorrect - The ADB was indeed established in 1966 with the aim of promoting economic and social development in its member countries in Asia and the Pacific.
- Japan and the United States are the two largest shareholders in the ADB and consequently hold the largest voting power.
- While the ADB primarily works with governments, it also provides direct financial assistance to private sector entities in its developing member countries.
Context:The 58th Annual Meeting of the Board of Governors of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) began in Milan, Italy.
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following statements about the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC)
- The OIC is the second-largest intergovernmental organization after the United Nations, with a membership predominantly consisting of Muslim-majority countries.
- India is a founding member of the OIC and has consistently participated in its summits and ministerial meetings.
- The primary objective of the OIC is to safeguard and protect the interests of the Muslim world and to promote international peace and harmony.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
Correct
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 correct Incorrect correct - The OIC is indeed the second-largest intergovernmental organization after the UN, with a significant number of member states that have a Muslim-majority population.
- India is not a member of the OIC, despite having a substantial Muslim population. It has been invited as a guest of honour in some recent meetings but is not a founding or regular member.
- Protecting the interests of the Muslim world, fostering solidarity among member states, and promoting international peace and harmony are key objectives of the OIC.
Context:India strongly criticised the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) for its statement about not mentioning the Pahalgam terror attack and parroting Pakistan’s propaganda on Kashmir.
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Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 correct Incorrect correct - The OIC is indeed the second-largest intergovernmental organization after the UN, with a significant number of member states that have a Muslim-majority population.
- India is not a member of the OIC, despite having a substantial Muslim population. It has been invited as a guest of honour in some recent meetings but is not a founding or regular member.
- Protecting the interests of the Muslim world, fostering solidarity among member states, and promoting international peace and harmony are key objectives of the OIC.
Context:India strongly criticised the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) for its statement about not mentioning the Pahalgam terror attack and parroting Pakistan’s propaganda on Kashmir.
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
According to the Urban Colour Homogenisation Hypothesis, which of the following is most likely to occur as cities globally develop and become more interconnected?
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Option a convergence towards a similar and limited palette of building colours and aesthetic preferences. Context:recent global study challenges the Urban Colour Homogenisation Hypothesis, which posited that urbanisation leads to more uniform and dull bird coloration.
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Option a convergence towards a similar and limited palette of building colours and aesthetic preferences. Context:recent global study challenges the Urban Colour Homogenisation Hypothesis, which posited that urbanisation leads to more uniform and dull bird coloration.
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements about the Indo-Pacific Logistics Network (IPLN)
- The IPLN is a multilateral initiative primarily driven by the United Nations to enhance maritime security and trade facilitation across the Indo-Pacific region.
- A key objective of the IPLN is to establish a seamless and interoperable logistics framework connecting participating nations through infrastructure development and digital connectivity.
Choose the incorrect statements:
Correct
Solution (a)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect correct - The IPLN is not primarily a UN initiative. While it aligns with broader goals of regional cooperation, it is largely being shaped by strategic partnerships among countries concerned with maintaining a free and open Indo-Pacific.
- A central aim of the IPLN is to create a more efficient and interconnected logistics network through infrastructure projects and digital integration among participating nations.
Context:
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Solution (a)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect correct - The IPLN is not primarily a UN initiative. While it aligns with broader goals of regional cooperation, it is largely being shaped by strategic partnerships among countries concerned with maintaining a free and open Indo-Pacific.
- A central aim of the IPLN is to create a more efficient and interconnected logistics network through infrastructure projects and digital integration among participating nations.
Context:
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Consider the following statements about the Kartarpur Corridor
- The Kartarpur Corridor connects Dera Baba Nanak shrine in Gurdaspur district of India with Gurdwara Darbar Sahib in Kartarpur, located in the Sindh province of Pakistan.
- The primary purpose of the corridor is to provide visa-free access to Sikh pilgrims from India to visit the revered Gurdwara Darbar Sahib, the final resting place of Guru Nanak Dev.
Choose the correct statements:
Correct
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect correct - Gurdwara Darbar Sahib Kartarpur is located in the Punjab province of Pakistan, not Sindh.
- The main objective of the Kartarpur Corridor is to facilitate visa-free travel for Indian Sikh pilgrims to visit Gurdwara Darbar Sahib, a highly significant religious site.
Context:Kartarpur Corridor, the only open surface link from India to Pakistan, was closed after Operation Sindoor.
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Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect correct - Gurdwara Darbar Sahib Kartarpur is located in the Punjab province of Pakistan, not Sindh.
- The main objective of the Kartarpur Corridor is to facilitate visa-free travel for Indian Sikh pilgrims to visit Gurdwara Darbar Sahib, a highly significant religious site.
Context:Kartarpur Corridor, the only open surface link from India to Pakistan, was closed after Operation Sindoor.
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