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
With reference to the imposition of President’s Rule in a state, consider the following statements:
- It can only be imposed on the basis of the Governor’s report.
- It must be approved by both Houses of Parliament within two months.
- The President can assume the powers of the High Court during President’s Rule.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Correct Answer: b) 2 only
Explanation:
1. Governor’s report is not mandatory – Though commonly used, Article 356 allows imposition even without it in rare cases.
2. Parliamentary approval – Both Houses must approve the proclamation within 2 months. It can then last for 6 months and be extended.
3. Powers of High Court – Judiciary remains independent, even during President’s Rule. High Courts are not affected.Incorrect
Correct Answer: b) 2 only
Explanation:
1. Governor’s report is not mandatory – Though commonly used, Article 356 allows imposition even without it in rare cases.
2. Parliamentary approval – Both Houses must approve the proclamation within 2 months. It can then last for 6 months and be extended.
3. Powers of High Court – Judiciary remains independent, even during President’s Rule. High Courts are not affected. -
Question 2 of 5
2. Question
The Teesta River, which flows through Sikkim, is important for:
- Hydroelectric power generation.
- Irrigation in downstream states like West Bengal and Bangladesh.
- Serving as an international water boundary between India and China.
Which of these statements are correct?
Correct
Answer: a) 1 and 2 only
Explanation:
- Statement 1 is correct — Teesta River has several hydroelectric projects.
- Statement 2 is correct — It provides irrigation water downstream in West Bengal and Bangladesh.
Statement 3 is incorrect — Teesta is not an international water boundary between India and China; China’s border with Sikkim lies north of the river basin.
Incorrect
Answer: a) 1 and 2 only
Explanation:
- Statement 1 is correct — Teesta River has several hydroelectric projects.
- Statement 2 is correct — It provides irrigation water downstream in West Bengal and Bangladesh.
Statement 3 is incorrect — Teesta is not an international water boundary between India and China; China’s border with Sikkim lies north of the river basin.
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Consider the following pairs:
Location – Relevance to Asiatic Lion Conservation
- Barda Wildlife Sanctuary – New satellite population identified
- Kuno National Park – Site proposed for lion relocation
- Jetpur and Babra-Jasdan – Core area within Gir National Park
Which of the pairs are correctly matched?
Correct
Explanation:
Correct answer: a) 1 and 2 only
Explanation:
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- Barda Wildlife Sanctuary and Jetpur, Babra-Jasdan are listed as new satellite areas, not part of Gir’s core.
- Kuno National Park is the proposed relocation site in Madhya Pradesh.
- Therefore, pair 3 is incorrect.
Incorrect
Explanation:
Correct answer: a) 1 and 2 only
Explanation:
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- Barda Wildlife Sanctuary and Jetpur, Babra-Jasdan are listed as new satellite areas, not part of Gir’s core.
- Kuno National Park is the proposed relocation site in Madhya Pradesh.
- Therefore, pair 3 is incorrect.
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
What does the term “asymmetric warfare” typically refer to, as demonstrated by Ukraine’s use of drones?
Correct
Answer: b)
Explanation:
Asymmetric warfare involves one party using unconventional means to offset a stronger opponent’s advantage.
Ukraine’s drone attacks on Russian bases are examples – low-cost, high-impact tactics against a conventional military.
This includes guerrilla warfare, cyber attacks, terrorism, etc.
It’s different from symmetrical (conventional army vs army) warfare.Incorrect
Answer: b)
Explanation:
Asymmetric warfare involves one party using unconventional means to offset a stronger opponent’s advantage.
Ukraine’s drone attacks on Russian bases are examples – low-cost, high-impact tactics against a conventional military.
This includes guerrilla warfare, cyber attacks, terrorism, etc.
It’s different from symmetrical (conventional army vs army) warfare. -
Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Which of the following is/are true about India’s diplomatic engagement with Latin American countries like Paraguay?
- India has a resident embassy in Paraguay.
- Paraguay is part of India’s outreach to the Global South.
- India’s engagement includes cooperation in IT, healthcare, and agriculture.
Select the correct answer using the code below:
Correct
Answer: b) 2 and 3 only
Explanation:
1. Resident embassy in Paraguay – India manages relations through its embassy in Argentina; no resident embassy in Paraguay.
2. Global South outreach – Paraguay, like other Latin American nations, is part of India’s South-South cooperation framework.
3. Sectoral cooperation – Includes IT training under ITEC, agricultural tech sharing, and pharma exports.(Explanation: India does not currently have a full resident embassy in Paraguay; it is handled via the embassy in Argentina.)
Incorrect
Answer: b) 2 and 3 only
Explanation:
1. Resident embassy in Paraguay – India manages relations through its embassy in Argentina; no resident embassy in Paraguay.
2. Global South outreach – Paraguay, like other Latin American nations, is part of India’s South-South cooperation framework.
3. Sectoral cooperation – Includes IT training under ITEC, agricultural tech sharing, and pharma exports.(Explanation: India does not currently have a full resident embassy in Paraguay; it is handled via the embassy in Argentina.)
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