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 regarding the Employment Linked Incentive (ELI) Scheme (2025):
- It offers direct monetary benefits to both employees and employers.
- The scheme is applicable only to the manufacturing sector.
- First-time employees earning up to ₹1 lakh/month are eligible.
- Employers must hire at least ten additional employees to qualify.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Correct Answer: A. 1 and 3 only
Explanation:
- Statement 1 is correct: ELI provides incentives to both employees (₹15,000 max) and employers (up to ₹3,000/month).
- Statement 2 is incorrect: While manufacturing is prioritized, the scheme applies to all sectors.
- Statement 3 is correct: First-time employees with salaries up to ₹1 lakh/month are eligible.
Statement 4 is incorrect: Minimum hiring requirement is 2 employees (for firms <50 employees) or 5 employees (for firms ≥50).
Incorrect
Correct Answer: A. 1 and 3 only
Explanation:
- Statement 1 is correct: ELI provides incentives to both employees (₹15,000 max) and employers (up to ₹3,000/month).
- Statement 2 is incorrect: While manufacturing is prioritized, the scheme applies to all sectors.
- Statement 3 is correct: First-time employees with salaries up to ₹1 lakh/month are eligible.
Statement 4 is incorrect: Minimum hiring requirement is 2 employees (for firms <50 employees) or 5 employees (for firms ≥50).
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Which of the following statements about Project 17A is/are correct?
- It is a follow-on project to the Shivalik-class stealth frigates.
- All ships under Project 17A are being constructed by the Cochin Shipyard Limited.
- Project 17A frigates feature enhanced stealth and advanced weapon systems.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Correct Answer: A
Explanation:
- Statement 1 is correct: Project 17A builds upon the Shivalik-class (Project 17).
- Statement 2 is incorrect: The ships are being built by MDL (Mumbai) and GRSE (Kolkata), not Cochin Shipyard.
Statement 3 is correct: The frigates feature upgraded stealth, weapons, and sensors.
Incorrect
Correct Answer: A
Explanation:
- Statement 1 is correct: Project 17A builds upon the Shivalik-class (Project 17).
- Statement 2 is incorrect: The ships are being built by MDL (Mumbai) and GRSE (Kolkata), not Cochin Shipyard.
Statement 3 is correct: The frigates feature upgraded stealth, weapons, and sensors.
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
With reference to the “barocaloric effect”, consider the following statements:
- It involves temperature changes in materials due to the application or removal of pressure.
- Barocaloric materials are used in traditional vapour-compression refrigeration systems.
- The barocaloric effect can enable solid-state cooling without greenhouse gas emissions.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Correct Answer: A. 1 and 3 only
Explanation:
- Statement 1 is correct: The barocaloric effect refers to temperature change caused by applying or releasing pressure.
- Statement 2 is incorrect: Barocaloric materials are part of next-generation solid-state cooling systems, not traditional vapour-compression ones.
- Statement 3 is correct: These materials offer eco-friendly cooling without the use of HFCs/CFCs or gas leaks.
Incorrect
Correct Answer: A. 1 and 3 only
Explanation:
- Statement 1 is correct: The barocaloric effect refers to temperature change caused by applying or releasing pressure.
- Statement 2 is incorrect: Barocaloric materials are part of next-generation solid-state cooling systems, not traditional vapour-compression ones.
- Statement 3 is correct: These materials offer eco-friendly cooling without the use of HFCs/CFCs or gas leaks.
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
With reference to the Madden-Julian Oscillation (MJO), consider the following statements:
- MJO is a tropical atmospheric disturbance that moves eastward along the equator.
- It has both an active (wet) and a suppressed (dry) phase.
- MJO operates on a seasonal time scale like El Niño-Southern Oscillation (ENSO).
- The active phase of MJO over the Indian Ocean enhances monsoon rainfall in India.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Correct
Correct Answer: A. 1, 2 and 4 only
Explanation:
- Statement 1 is correct: MJO is an eastward-moving system that influences tropical weather patterns.
- Statement 2 is correct: It has two phases—active (increased convection and rainfall) and suppressed (reduced rainfall).
- Statement 3 is incorrect: MJO is a short-term intra-seasonal phenomenon (30–60 days), unlike ENSO which is seasonal to interannual (6–18 months).
- Statement 4 is correct: The active MJO over the Indian Ocean enhances rainfall and can accelerate monsoon onset.
Incorrect
Correct Answer: A. 1, 2 and 4 only
Explanation:
- Statement 1 is correct: MJO is an eastward-moving system that influences tropical weather patterns.
- Statement 2 is correct: It has two phases—active (increased convection and rainfall) and suppressed (reduced rainfall).
- Statement 3 is incorrect: MJO is a short-term intra-seasonal phenomenon (30–60 days), unlike ENSO which is seasonal to interannual (6–18 months).
- Statement 4 is correct: The active MJO over the Indian Ocean enhances rainfall and can accelerate monsoon onset.
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
With reference to the National Sports Policy (NSP) 2025, consider the following statements:
- NSP 2025 replaces the National Sports Policy of 2011.
- One of its key pillars is “Integration of Sports with Education” in line with the National Education Policy 2020.
- The policy aims to position India as a strong contender for the 2036 Olympic Games.
- It focuses exclusively on elite athlete development, with no emphasis on grassroots or community-level sports.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Correct
Correct Answer: A. 2 and 3 only
Explanation:
- Statement 1 is incorrect: NSP 2025 replaces the 2001 policy, not 2011.
- Statement 2 is correct: It promotes integration of sports into education per NEP 2020.
- Statement 3 is correct: It aims for global excellence, including targeting the 2036 Olympics.
- Statement 4 is incorrect: The policy emphasizes both elite and grassroots development through its five pillars.
Incorrect
Correct Answer: A. 2 and 3 only
Explanation:
- Statement 1 is incorrect: NSP 2025 replaces the 2001 policy, not 2011.
- Statement 2 is correct: It promotes integration of sports into education per NEP 2020.
- Statement 3 is correct: It aims for global excellence, including targeting the 2036 Olympics.
- Statement 4 is incorrect: The policy emphasizes both elite and grassroots development through its five pillars.
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