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
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With reference to the National Sports Governance Bill, 2025, consider the following statements:
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The Bill proposes the creation of a National Sports Board as a statutory body modeled on the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI).
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The National Sports Tribunal, as proposed in the Bill, shall be the final appellate authority for sports-related disputes, with no provision for appeal to the Supreme Court.
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The Bill brings the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) under the purview of the regulatory framework for the first time.
How many of the above statements are correct?
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Solution: (b)
Explanation:
- Statement 1: The National Sports Board is proposed as a SEBI-like statutory body to bring uniformity and accountability in Indian sports governance. Hence the statement is Correct
- Statement 2: While the National Sports Tribunal is the primary dispute resolution body, appeals against its decisions shall lie to the Supreme Court. Hence the statement is Incorrect
Statement 3: The Bill seeks to bring BCCI under the purview of the National Sports Board, marking the first formal regulatory oversight over BCCI. Hence the statement is Correct
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Solution: (b)
Explanation:
- Statement 1: The National Sports Board is proposed as a SEBI-like statutory body to bring uniformity and accountability in Indian sports governance. Hence the statement is Correct
- Statement 2: While the National Sports Tribunal is the primary dispute resolution body, appeals against its decisions shall lie to the Supreme Court. Hence the statement is Incorrect
Statement 3: The Bill seeks to bring BCCI under the purview of the National Sports Board, marking the first formal regulatory oversight over BCCI. Hence the statement is Correct
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
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Consider the following:
Assertion (A): Coral reefs in tropical oceans are among the most productive ecosystems despite being located in nutrient-poor waters.
Reason (R): Coral reefs maintain high productivity due to efficient nutrient recycling through symbiotic relationships between coral polyps and zooxanthellae algae.
How many of the above statements are correct?
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Solution: (a)
Explanation:
- Assertion: Correct. Coral reefs are extremely productive ecosystems, even though they exist in oligotrophic (nutrient-poor) marine environments.
Reason: Correct. This paradox is resolved by the tight nutrient cycling within the reef system, especially the mutualistic relationship between corals and zooxanthellae, which recycle nitrogen and phosphorus efficiently, enabling high biological productivity without relying on external nutrient input.
Incorrect
Solution: (a)
Explanation:
- Assertion: Correct. Coral reefs are extremely productive ecosystems, even though they exist in oligotrophic (nutrient-poor) marine environments.
Reason: Correct. This paradox is resolved by the tight nutrient cycling within the reef system, especially the mutualistic relationship between corals and zooxanthellae, which recycle nitrogen and phosphorus efficiently, enabling high biological productivity without relying on external nutrient input.
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Vitamin D is considered a neurosteroid because:
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Solution: (c)
Explanation:
Vitamin D is classified as a neurosteroid because it plays a direct role in brain development and function. It acts on the central nervous system by:
- Regulating synaptic plasticity, which is essential for learning and memory.
- Modulating neurotransmitter systems like dopamine, serotonin, and glutamate.
- Influencing neurotrophic factors and gene expression critical for neural growth and differentiation.
Hence, its deficiency is linked with neurodevelopmental disorders like ASD, ADHD, and schizophrenia.
- Option A is partially true but relates more to bone metabolism.
- Option B relates more to vitamin D’s immune function, not its neurosteroid role.
Option D is incorrect—vitamin D modulates serotonin synthesis in the brain, not absorption from diet.
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Solution: (c)
Explanation:
Vitamin D is classified as a neurosteroid because it plays a direct role in brain development and function. It acts on the central nervous system by:
- Regulating synaptic plasticity, which is essential for learning and memory.
- Modulating neurotransmitter systems like dopamine, serotonin, and glutamate.
- Influencing neurotrophic factors and gene expression critical for neural growth and differentiation.
Hence, its deficiency is linked with neurodevelopmental disorders like ASD, ADHD, and schizophrenia.
- Option A is partially true but relates more to bone metabolism.
- Option B relates more to vitamin D’s immune function, not its neurosteroid role.
Option D is incorrect—vitamin D modulates serotonin synthesis in the brain, not absorption from diet.
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
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Consider the following statements regarding Free Trade Agreements (FTAs):
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In a Free Trade Agreement, all member countries adopt a common external tariff on imports from non-member countries.
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FTAs aim to reduce or eliminate tariffs on substantially all trade in goods and services between the signatory countries.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
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Solution: (b)
Explanation:
- Statement 1:. A common external tariff is a feature of a customs union, not a Free Trade Agreement. In FTAs, each member maintains its own tariff policies with non-members. Hence the statement is Incorrect
- Statement 2:. FTAs aim to reduce or eliminate tariffs on substantially all trade, covering goods and often services between signatory nations. Hence the statement is Correct
Incorrect
Solution: (b)
Explanation:
- Statement 1:. A common external tariff is a feature of a customs union, not a Free Trade Agreement. In FTAs, each member maintains its own tariff policies with non-members. Hence the statement is Incorrect
- Statement 2:. FTAs aim to reduce or eliminate tariffs on substantially all trade, covering goods and often services between signatory nations. Hence the statement is Correct
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
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With reference to the National Cooperative Policy – 2025, consider the following statements:
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The policy aims to triple the contribution of the cooperative sector to India’s GDP by the year 2047.
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It proposes to establish at least one cooperative unit in every village in India.
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The policy includes expansion of cooperatives into sectors such as tourism, insurance, and transportation.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Solution: (c)
Explanation:
- Statement 1 is: The policy aims to triple GDP contribution by 2034, not 2047. Hence the statement is incorrect
- Statement 2 is: It explicitly aims for at least one cooperative per village. Hence the statement is correct
Statement 3 is: It expands cooperative scope into non-traditional sectors like tourism, insurance, and taxi services. Hence the statement is correct
Incorrect
Solution: (c)
Explanation:
- Statement 1 is: The policy aims to triple GDP contribution by 2034, not 2047. Hence the statement is incorrect
- Statement 2 is: It explicitly aims for at least one cooperative per village. Hence the statement is correct
Statement 3 is: It expands cooperative scope into non-traditional sectors like tourism, insurance, and taxi services. Hence the statement is correct
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