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
Which of the following statements regarding poverty measurement in India is/are correct?
- The Tendulkar Committee adopted calorie-based norms to define the poverty line.
- The “Thali Index” attempts to measure poverty based on the cost of a basic home-cooked meal.
- The Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI) includes indicators like education and housing quality.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
Correct
Answer: A. 2 and 3 only
Explanation:
- Option 1 – Incorrect: The Tendulkar Committee moved away from calorie-based norms and instead focused on actual consumption patterns including health and education expenditure. It retained the consumption expenditure approach but not the calorie norm.
- Option 2 – Correct: The Thali Index reflects the cost of a basic home-cooked meal (vegetarian thali) and is used to assess food affordability, thereby providing an alternative way to understand poverty.
Option 3 – Correct: The Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI) includes non-monetary indicators such as education, health, sanitation, and housing conditions to assess poverty comprehensively.
Incorrect
Answer: A. 2 and 3 only
Explanation:
- Option 1 – Incorrect: The Tendulkar Committee moved away from calorie-based norms and instead focused on actual consumption patterns including health and education expenditure. It retained the consumption expenditure approach but not the calorie norm.
- Option 2 – Correct: The Thali Index reflects the cost of a basic home-cooked meal (vegetarian thali) and is used to assess food affordability, thereby providing an alternative way to understand poverty.
Option 3 – Correct: The Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI) includes non-monetary indicators such as education, health, sanitation, and housing conditions to assess poverty comprehensively.
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
In the context of the Indian Constitution, what does the term “secularism” fundamentally imply?
Correct
Answer: B. Equal respect and recognition for all religions by the state, without preference or discrimination.
Explanation:
- Option A – Incorrect: India does not follow a strict separation model like France or the U.S. Instead, it allows state intervention in religious matters for reform and equality (e.g., abolition of untouchability, temple entry laws).
- Option B – Correct: Indian secularism implies “Sarva Dharma Sambhava”, meaning equal respect for all religions. The state maintains principled neutrality while promoting religious freedom and reform.
- Option C – Incorrect: The state may regulate religious practices only when they conflict with constitutional values (e.g., public order, morality, health), but not to impose uniformity.
Option D – Incorrect: The Indian Constitution allows religious expression in public life, as long as it doesn’t violate public order or other constitutional rights.
Incorrect
Answer: B. Equal respect and recognition for all religions by the state, without preference or discrimination.
Explanation:
- Option A – Incorrect: India does not follow a strict separation model like France or the U.S. Instead, it allows state intervention in religious matters for reform and equality (e.g., abolition of untouchability, temple entry laws).
- Option B – Correct: Indian secularism implies “Sarva Dharma Sambhava”, meaning equal respect for all religions. The state maintains principled neutrality while promoting religious freedom and reform.
- Option C – Incorrect: The state may regulate religious practices only when they conflict with constitutional values (e.g., public order, morality, health), but not to impose uniformity.
Option D – Incorrect: The Indian Constitution allows religious expression in public life, as long as it doesn’t violate public order or other constitutional rights.
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
With reference to megadiverse countries, consider the following statements:
- Megadiverse countries together hold more than 70% of the world’s known species.
- India is recognized as one of the megadiverse countries and hosts four global biodiversity hotspots.
- The classification of megadiverse countries is made by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP).
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Answer: A. 1 and 2 only
Explanation:
- Statement 1 – Correct: Megadiverse countries collectively contain over 70% of Earth’s biodiversity.
- Statement 2 – Correct: India is one of the 17 megadiverse countries and contains four biodiversity hotspots—the Himalayas, Western Ghats, Indo-Burma, and Sundaland.
Statement 3 – Incorrect: The concept and classification of megadiverse countries was introduced by Conservation International, not UNEP.
Incorrect
Answer: A. 1 and 2 only
Explanation:
- Statement 1 – Correct: Megadiverse countries collectively contain over 70% of Earth’s biodiversity.
- Statement 2 – Correct: India is one of the 17 megadiverse countries and contains four biodiversity hotspots—the Himalayas, Western Ghats, Indo-Burma, and Sundaland.
Statement 3 – Incorrect: The concept and classification of megadiverse countries was introduced by Conservation International, not UNEP.
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Arrange the following tribal revolts in chronological order (earliest to latest):
- Santhal Rebellion
- Munda Ulgulan
- Kol Uprising
- Rampa Rebellion (led by Alluri Sitarama Raju)
Select the correct option:
Correct
Answer: B. 3 – 1 – 2 – 4
Explanation:
Kol Uprising – 1831–32
Santhal Rebellion – 1855–56
Munda Ulgulan (Birsa Munda’s Movement) – 1899–1900
Rampa Rebellion (Alluri Sitarama Raju) – 1922–24
Thus, the correct chronological order is:
Kol → Santhal → Munda → RampaIncorrect
Answer: B. 3 – 1 – 2 – 4
Explanation:
Kol Uprising – 1831–32
Santhal Rebellion – 1855–56
Munda Ulgulan (Birsa Munda’s Movement) – 1899–1900
Rampa Rebellion (Alluri Sitarama Raju) – 1922–24
Thus, the correct chronological order is:
Kol → Santhal → Munda → Rampa -
Question 5 of 5
5. Question
With reference to the ‘Quad-at-Sea Ship Observer Mission’ launched in 2024, consider the following statements:
- It involves the coast guards of India, Japan, Australia, and the United States.
- The mission is based on a cross-embarkation model to enhance joint operational awareness.
- It was launched under the Indo-Pacific Oceans Initiative (IPOI).
- The first deployment took place on board an Indian Coast Guard vessel sailing to the Maldives.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Correct
Answer: A. 1 and 2 only
Explanation:
- Statement 1 – Correct: The mission involves the coast guards of all four Quad nations—India, Japan, Australia, and the United States.
- Statement 2 – Correct: It follows a cross-embarkation model, where officers from all countries observe and participate together in onboard operations.
- Statement 3 – Incorrect: While the mission aligns with the goals of the Indo-Pacific Oceans Initiative (IPOI), it was formally launched under the Wilmington Declaration, not directly under IPOI.
- Statement 4 – Incorrect: The first mission took place on board the US Coast Guard Cutter (USCGC) Stratton, which sailed to Guam, not the Maldives.
Incorrect
Answer: A. 1 and 2 only
Explanation:
- Statement 1 – Correct: The mission involves the coast guards of all four Quad nations—India, Japan, Australia, and the United States.
- Statement 2 – Correct: It follows a cross-embarkation model, where officers from all countries observe and participate together in onboard operations.
- Statement 3 – Incorrect: While the mission aligns with the goals of the Indo-Pacific Oceans Initiative (IPOI), it was formally launched under the Wilmington Declaration, not directly under IPOI.
- Statement 4 – Incorrect: The first mission took place on board the US Coast Guard Cutter (USCGC) Stratton, which sailed to Guam, not the Maldives.
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