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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Consider the following seas in the Arctic–Pacific transition zone:
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Chukchi Sea
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Bering Sea
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Laptev Sea
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East Siberian Sea
How many of the above have coastlines with both USA and Russia?
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Answer: (b)
Explanation:
- Chukchi Sea → Between Alaska (USA) and Russia. This is correct
- Bering Sea → Between Alaska (USA) and Russia. This is correct
- Laptev Sea → Lies north of Siberia (only Russia). This is incorrect
East Siberian Sea → Lies north of Siberia (only Russia). This is incorrect
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Answer: (b)
Explanation:
- Chukchi Sea → Between Alaska (USA) and Russia. This is correct
- Bering Sea → Between Alaska (USA) and Russia. This is correct
- Laptev Sea → Lies north of Siberia (only Russia). This is incorrect
East Siberian Sea → Lies north of Siberia (only Russia). This is incorrect
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
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Consider the following statements with reference to the Samudrayaan Mission:
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The mission aims to send aquanauts up to 6,000 metres into the ocean using the MATSYA 6000 submersible.
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It is being implemented by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) under the Deep Ocean Mission.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct Answer: (a)
- Statement 1: The Samudrayaan mission plans to send aquanauts up to 6,000 metres into the ocean using the indigenously developed MATSYA 6000 submersible. Hence the statement is correct
Statement 2: It is being implemented by the National Institute of Ocean Technology (NIOT) under the Ministry of Earth Sciences, not ISRO. Hence the statement is incorrect
Incorrect
Correct Answer: (a)
- Statement 1: The Samudrayaan mission plans to send aquanauts up to 6,000 metres into the ocean using the indigenously developed MATSYA 6000 submersible. Hence the statement is correct
Statement 2: It is being implemented by the National Institute of Ocean Technology (NIOT) under the Ministry of Earth Sciences, not ISRO. Hence the statement is incorrect
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
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Consider the following statements regarding Guru Tegh Bahadur:
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He was the ninth Sikh Guru and was also known as “Hind-di-Chaadar” for defending religious freedom in India.
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His execution in 1675 was witnessed by Bhai Mati Das, Bhai Sati Das, and Bhai Dayal Das, who too attained martyrdom.
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He composed the Jaap Sahib, which is included in the Guru Granth Sahib.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
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Answer: (b)
Explanation:
- Statement 1: Guru Tegh Bahadur (1621–1675) was the 9th Guru, revered as “Hind-di-Chaadar” (Shield of India). Hence the statement is correct
- Statement 2: His disciples Bhai Mati Das, Bhai Sati Das, and Bhai Dayal Das were martyred along with him in Delhi. Hence the statement is correct
Statement 3: Jaap Sahib was composed by Guru Gobind Singh, not Guru Tegh Bahadur. However, Guru Tegh Bahadur’s hymns (116 in number) are included in the Guru Granth Sahib. Hence the statement is incorrect
Incorrect
Answer: (b)
Explanation:
- Statement 1: Guru Tegh Bahadur (1621–1675) was the 9th Guru, revered as “Hind-di-Chaadar” (Shield of India). Hence the statement is correct
- Statement 2: His disciples Bhai Mati Das, Bhai Sati Das, and Bhai Dayal Das were martyred along with him in Delhi. Hence the statement is correct
Statement 3: Jaap Sahib was composed by Guru Gobind Singh, not Guru Tegh Bahadur. However, Guru Tegh Bahadur’s hymns (116 in number) are included in the Guru Granth Sahib. Hence the statement is incorrect
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
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Consider the following statements regarding the Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana (PM-VBRY):
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The scheme provides direct financial assistance of ₹15,000 to youth entering their first private sector job, disbursed in two instalments.
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Employers can receive incentives up to ₹3,000 per month for each new eligible employee, with the support extendable up to four years.
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To avail benefits, both employees and employers must be registered with EPFO, and new employees must contribute to EPF for at least six months.
How many of the above statements are correct?
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Answer: (c)
Explanation:
- Statement 1: Youth get ₹15,000 in two instalments (after 6 months and after 1 year plus financial literacy program). Hence the statement is correct
- Statement 2: Employers get up to ₹3,000/month per employee for two years, extendable to four years. Hence the statement is correct
Statement 3: EPFO registration, UAN activation, and at least six months EPF contribution are mandatory. Hence the statement is correct
Incorrect
Answer: (c)
Explanation:
- Statement 1: Youth get ₹15,000 in two instalments (after 6 months and after 1 year plus financial literacy program). Hence the statement is correct
- Statement 2: Employers get up to ₹3,000/month per employee for two years, extendable to four years. Hence the statement is correct
Statement 3: EPFO registration, UAN activation, and at least six months EPF contribution are mandatory. Hence the statement is correct
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
The PM-DAKSH scheme is primarily related to:
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Answer: (b)
Explanation:
- PM-DAKSH focuses on skill training, upskilling, and entrepreneurship support for SCs, OBCs, EBCs, DNTs, sanitation workers, waste pickers, artisans, and persons with disabilities.
Incorrect
Answer: (b)
Explanation:
- PM-DAKSH focuses on skill training, upskilling, and entrepreneurship support for SCs, OBCs, EBCs, DNTs, sanitation workers, waste pickers, artisans, and persons with disabilities.
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