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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 Nalanda University
- It flourished during the Gupta period and attracted scholars and students from across Asia.
- The university was eventually destroyed by the forces of Bakhtiyar Khalji in the 12th century CE.
- Today, the site of ancient Nalanda is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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 - Nalanda flourished during the Gupta period and was indeed an international center of learning.
- Its destruction is attributed to Bakhtiyar Khalji’s forces around 1193 CE.
- The archaeological site of Nalanda Mahavihara has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Context:Eminent economist Sachin Chaturvedi, took charge as the Vice-Chancellor of Nalanda University in Bihar.
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Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 correct correct correct - Nalanda flourished during the Gupta period and was indeed an international center of learning.
- Its destruction is attributed to Bakhtiyar Khalji’s forces around 1193 CE.
- The archaeological site of Nalanda Mahavihara has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Context:Eminent economist Sachin Chaturvedi, took charge as the Vice-Chancellor of Nalanda University in Bihar.
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following statements about the Cauvery Water Management Authority (CWMA)
- The Cauvery Water Management Authority was constituted by the Supreme Court of India in 2018 to resolve inter-state water disputes.
- Its primary function is to implement the Cauvery Water Disputes Tribunal (CWDT) award, as modified by the Supreme Court.
- The CWMA is composed of a Chairman and representatives solely from the four riparian states.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
Correct
Solution (a)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect correct Incorrect - The CWMA was constituted by the Central Government (Ministry of Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation, now Ministry of Jal Shakti) based on the Supreme Court’s order in 2018.
- Its core function is indeed to implement the CWDT award as modified by the Supreme Court.
- The CWMA is composed of a Chairman, a Secretary, and eight members, which include representatives from riparian states, but also from the Central Water Commission and the Union Ministry of Agriculture, among others. It’s not solely representatives from the riparian states.
Context:The Cauvery Water Management Authority (CWMA) reviewed the storage position of all the reservoirs in the Cauvery river basin.
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Solution (a)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect correct Incorrect - The CWMA was constituted by the Central Government (Ministry of Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation, now Ministry of Jal Shakti) based on the Supreme Court’s order in 2018.
- Its core function is indeed to implement the CWDT award as modified by the Supreme Court.
- The CWMA is composed of a Chairman, a Secretary, and eight members, which include representatives from riparian states, but also from the Central Water Commission and the Union Ministry of Agriculture, among others. It’s not solely representatives from the riparian states.
Context:The Cauvery Water Management Authority (CWMA) reviewed the storage position of all the reservoirs in the Cauvery river basin.
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Which of the following statements is correct about Nafithromycin?
Correct
Answer: (b)
Option b It is India’s first indigenously developed macrolide antibiotic, primarily used for treating drug-resistant Community-Acquired Bacterial Pneumonia (CABP). Context:Though the launch of Nafithromycin is a welcome step forward, experts warn that addressing AMR requires a multifaceted approach.
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Answer: (b)
Option b It is India’s first indigenously developed macrolide antibiotic, primarily used for treating drug-resistant Community-Acquired Bacterial Pneumonia (CABP). Context:Though the launch of Nafithromycin is a welcome step forward, experts warn that addressing AMR requires a multifaceted approach.
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements about The Chagos Islands
- The Chagos Islands are an archipelago located in the Indian Ocean, south of the Maldives.
- The islands are currently administered by the United Kingdom as part of its Overseas Territories.
Choose the incorrect statements:
Correct
Solution (d)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 correct correct - The Chagos Islands are indeed located in the Indian Ocean, south of the Maldives.
- They are currently administered by the UK as the British Indian Ocean Territory (BIOT).
Context:The United Kingdom signed an agreement handing sovereignty over the contested and strategically located Chagos Islands to Mauritius.
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Solution (d)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 correct correct - The Chagos Islands are indeed located in the Indian Ocean, south of the Maldives.
- They are currently administered by the UK as the British Indian Ocean Territory (BIOT).
Context:The United Kingdom signed an agreement handing sovereignty over the contested and strategically located Chagos Islands to Mauritius.
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Consider the following statements about the New Development Bank (NDB)
- Its primary objective is to mobilize resources for infrastructure and sustainable development projects exclusively in its founding member countries.
- Each founding member of the NDB holds an equal voting power, regardless of their economic contribution.
Choose the correct statements:
Correct
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect correct - While a primary objective is to mobilize resources for infrastructure and sustainable development projects, it extends to emerging economies and developing countries beyond just the founding BRICS members.
- Unlike some other multilateral development banks, the founding members of the NDB initially have equal voting power and subscribed capital.
Context:The New Development Bank (NDB) has admitted Algeria as a new member, further expanding its global membership base.
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Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect correct - While a primary objective is to mobilize resources for infrastructure and sustainable development projects, it extends to emerging economies and developing countries beyond just the founding BRICS members.
- Unlike some other multilateral development banks, the founding members of the NDB initially have equal voting power and subscribed capital.
Context:The New Development Bank (NDB) has admitted Algeria as a new member, further expanding its global membership base.
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