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 Jarosite
- Jarosite is a yellowish-brown mineral primarily composed of potassium, iron, and sulfate.
- It is commonly found in arid, saline environments on Earth and has also been detected on Mars.
- Recent studies suggest Jarosite could act as a “natural clock” to track geological events due to its radiation-induced luminescence.
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 - Jarosite is indeed a yellow-brown mineral with a chemical composition of potassium, iron, and sulfate (KFe₃(SO₄)₂(OH)₆).
- It is commonly found in arid and saline environments on Earth, such as the Kachchh region in Gujarat, India, and has been detected on Mars by NASA rovers (e.g., Opportunity and Curiosity), suggesting the past presence of water and acidic conditions.
- Recent research, including studies on samples from Kachchh, Gujarat, indicates that Jarosite exhibits radiation-induced luminescence, allowing it to record geological events and potentially act as a “natural clock” for dating purposes, including on Mars.
Context:Jarosite has been found to potentially serve as a natural geological clock on Mars.
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Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 correct correct correct - Jarosite is indeed a yellow-brown mineral with a chemical composition of potassium, iron, and sulfate (KFe₃(SO₄)₂(OH)₆).
- It is commonly found in arid and saline environments on Earth, such as the Kachchh region in Gujarat, India, and has been detected on Mars by NASA rovers (e.g., Opportunity and Curiosity), suggesting the past presence of water and acidic conditions.
- Recent research, including studies on samples from Kachchh, Gujarat, indicates that Jarosite exhibits radiation-induced luminescence, allowing it to record geological events and potentially act as a “natural clock” for dating purposes, including on Mars.
Context:Jarosite has been found to potentially serve as a natural geological clock on Mars.
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following statements about the K Veeraswamy judgement of 1991.
- The judgment held that judges of the higher judiciary are considered “public servants” under the Prevention of Corruption Act.
- It mandated that prior sanction from the Chief Justice of India (CJI) is necessary to register a First Information Report (FIR) against a sitting High Court or Supreme Court judge.
- The judgment explicitly stated that the President of India is the competent authority to grant sanction for the prosecution of a sitting judge.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
Correct
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 correct correct Incorrect - The K. Veeraswami judgment indeed held that judges of the higher judiciary fall under the definition of “public servants” for the purpose of the Prevention of Corruption Act.
- key outcome of this judgment was the requirement for prior sanction from the Chief Justice of India (CJI) before an FIR could be registered against a sitting judge, aimed at safeguarding judicial independence.
- The judgment specifically ruled that the Chief Justice of India (CJI), not the President or the executive, is the competent authority to grant sanction for the prosecution of a sitting judge, to maintain the judiciary’s autonomy.
Context:The Vice-President of India, has stated that it is time to revisit the K Veeraswamy judgement of 1991.
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Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 correct correct Incorrect - The K. Veeraswami judgment indeed held that judges of the higher judiciary fall under the definition of “public servants” for the purpose of the Prevention of Corruption Act.
- key outcome of this judgment was the requirement for prior sanction from the Chief Justice of India (CJI) before an FIR could be registered against a sitting judge, aimed at safeguarding judicial independence.
- The judgment specifically ruled that the Chief Justice of India (CJI), not the President or the executive, is the competent authority to grant sanction for the prosecution of a sitting judge, to maintain the judiciary’s autonomy.
Context:The Vice-President of India, has stated that it is time to revisit the K Veeraswamy judgement of 1991.
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Which of the following statements about the Shirui Lily Festival is correct?
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Answer: (b)
Option b The festival is named after the Shirui Lily (Lilium mackliniae), a unique and endangered species of lily found exclusively in the Shirui Hills of Ukhrul district, Manipur. Context:Shirui Lily Festival
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Answer: (b)
Option b The festival is named after the Shirui Lily (Lilium mackliniae), a unique and endangered species of lily found exclusively in the Shirui Hills of Ukhrul district, Manipur. Context:Shirui Lily Festival
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements about The Trachoma
- Trachoma is a bacterial infection primarily caused by Chlamydia trachomatis.
- India was declared free of Trachoma as a public health problem by the World Health Organization (WHO) in 2017.
Choose the incorrect statements:
Correct
Solution (d)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 correct correct - Trachoma is indeed caused by the bacterium Chlamydia trachomatis.
- India was declared free of active trachoma by the Union Minister for Health & Family Welfare in December 2017, based on a survey that showed the prevalence of active trachoma was much below the elimination threshold defined by the WHO
Context:India has been awarded the Certificate of Elimination of Trachoma as a Public Health Problem by the World Health Organisation (WHO) at the 78th World Health Assembly in Geneva.
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Solution (d)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 correct correct - Trachoma is indeed caused by the bacterium Chlamydia trachomatis.
- India was declared free of active trachoma by the Union Minister for Health & Family Welfare in December 2017, based on a survey that showed the prevalence of active trachoma was much below the elimination threshold defined by the WHO
Context:India has been awarded the Certificate of Elimination of Trachoma as a Public Health Problem by the World Health Organisation (WHO) at the 78th World Health Assembly in Geneva.
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Consider the following statements about the Hoyle-Narlikar theory
- The theory suggests that the universe has a definite beginning and end, similar to the Big Bang model.
- It incorporates the concept of a “creation field” (C-field) responsible for the continuous generation of new matter.
Choose the correct statements:
Correct
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect correct - Contrary to the Big Bang, the Hoyle-Narlikar theory, rooted in the Steady-State model, posits that the universe has no beginning or end and continuously maintains its average density despite expansion.
- key feature of the Hoyle-Narlikar theory is the introduction of a hypothetical “creation field” (C-field) that facilitates the continuous creation of new hydrogen atoms, thereby maintaining the universe’s constant density.
Context:Dr. Jayant Vishnu Narlikar, renowned Indian astrophysicist who proposed an alternative to Big Bang theory passed away.
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Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect correct - Contrary to the Big Bang, the Hoyle-Narlikar theory, rooted in the Steady-State model, posits that the universe has no beginning or end and continuously maintains its average density despite expansion.
- key feature of the Hoyle-Narlikar theory is the introduction of a hypothetical “creation field” (C-field) that facilitates the continuous creation of new hydrogen atoms, thereby maintaining the universe’s constant density.
Context:Dr. Jayant Vishnu Narlikar, renowned Indian astrophysicist who proposed an alternative to Big Bang theory passed away.
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