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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Which of the following are recognized as Globally Important Agricultural Heritage Systems (GIAHS) in India?
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Koraput region, Odisha
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Kuttanad below-sea-level farming system, Kerala
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Saffron Heritage of Kashmir
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Apatani rice-fish farming system, Arunachal Pradesh
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
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Solution: (c)
Explanation:
- Option 1: Koraput region (Odisha) – recognized for rice diversity and tribal agricultural traditions. This is correct
- Option 2: Kuttanad (Kerala) – unique below-sea-level paddy farming. This is correct
- Option 3: Saffron Heritage (Kashmir) – traditional saffron cultivation. This is correct
Option 4: Apatani rice-fish farming (Arunachal Pradesh) is important nationally but not yet designated by FAO as a GIAHS site. This is incorrect
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Solution: (c)
Explanation:
- Option 1: Koraput region (Odisha) – recognized for rice diversity and tribal agricultural traditions. This is correct
- Option 2: Kuttanad (Kerala) – unique below-sea-level paddy farming. This is correct
- Option 3: Saffron Heritage (Kashmir) – traditional saffron cultivation. This is correct
Option 4: Apatani rice-fish farming (Arunachal Pradesh) is important nationally but not yet designated by FAO as a GIAHS site. This is incorrect
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
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Consider the following statements regarding the International Criminal Court (ICC):
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The ICC prosecutes individuals for genocide, war crimes, crimes against humanity, and the crime of aggression.
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India is a founding member of the Rome Statute that established the ICC.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are incorrect?
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Solution: (b)
Explanation:
- Statement 1: ICC’s mandate covers the four grave international crimes. Hence the statement is Correct
Statement 2: India is not a party to the Rome Statute due to concerns over sovereignty and jurisdiction. Hence the statement is Incorrect
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Solution: (b)
Explanation:
- Statement 1: ICC’s mandate covers the four grave international crimes. Hence the statement is Correct
Statement 2: India is not a party to the Rome Statute due to concerns over sovereignty and jurisdiction. Hence the statement is Incorrect
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
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Consider the following statements:
Statement (S1): The deployment of MIRV technology makes an adversary’s Anti-Ballistic Missile (ABM) systems less effective.
Statement (S2): MIRV allows a single missile to release several warheads, each targeting different locations independently.
Statement (S3): ABM systems are primarily designed to intercept multiple warheads from a single missile simultaneously.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statement?
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Solution: (a)
Explanation:
- S1: MIRV reduces effectiveness of ABM defence. Hence the statement is Correct
- S2: This is why MIRV weakens ABM systems. Hence the statement is Correct
S3: ABM systems are designed to intercept a limited number of incoming warheads/missiles, not multiple independent ones effectively. Hence the statement is Incorrect
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Solution: (a)
Explanation:
- S1: MIRV reduces effectiveness of ABM defence. Hence the statement is Correct
- S2: This is why MIRV weakens ABM systems. Hence the statement is Correct
S3: ABM systems are designed to intercept a limited number of incoming warheads/missiles, not multiple independent ones effectively. Hence the statement is Incorrect
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
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With reference to the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in India, consider the following statements:
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The idea of UCC flows from the Directive Principles of State Policy under Article 44 of the Constitution.
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The Supreme Court has held in multiple judgments that the UCC is part of the “basic structure” of the Constitution, hence making its enactment mandatory.
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While Goa is often cited as a state having a UCC, in practice, its civil code still retains provisions based on religion-specific customs.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
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Solution: (b)
Explanation:
- Statement 1: Article 44 (DPSP) directs the State to endeavor to secure a UCC for all citizens. Hence the statement is Correct
- Statement 2: The Supreme Court has advocated UCC in several cases (e.g., Shah Bano, Sarla Mudgal), but it has never declared UCC as part of the basic structure; hence, it is not mandatory. Hence the statement is Incorrect
Statement 3: Goa’s “Portuguese Civil Code” (1867, retained post-independence) is often seen as UCC, but it still has community-specific provisions (e.g., Hindu men allowed polygamy under certain circumstances). Hence the statement is Correct
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Solution: (b)
Explanation:
- Statement 1: Article 44 (DPSP) directs the State to endeavor to secure a UCC for all citizens. Hence the statement is Correct
- Statement 2: The Supreme Court has advocated UCC in several cases (e.g., Shah Bano, Sarla Mudgal), but it has never declared UCC as part of the basic structure; hence, it is not mandatory. Hence the statement is Incorrect
Statement 3: Goa’s “Portuguese Civil Code” (1867, retained post-independence) is often seen as UCC, but it still has community-specific provisions (e.g., Hindu men allowed polygamy under certain circumstances). Hence the statement is Correct
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
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Consider the following statements regarding disqualification/removal of Members of Parliament and State Legislatures in India:
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A sitting MP or MLA is disqualified from the House immediately upon being charged with a serious criminal offence.
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A sitting MP or MLA is disqualified if convicted of an offence punishable with imprisonment of two years or more.
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The power to decide on disqualification under the Tenth Schedule (anti-defection) rests with the Speaker or Chairman of the House.
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Disqualification on grounds under the Representation of the People Act, 1951, is decided by the President or Governor, after obtaining the opinion of the Election Commission.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
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Solution: (c)
Explanation:
- Statement 1: Mere framing of charges or custody does not lead to disqualification. (This is what the proposed amendment seeks to change.) Hence the statement is Incorrect
- Statement 2: Under Section 8 of the Representation of the People Act, 1951, conviction with imprisonment of 2 years or more leads to disqualification. Hence the statement is Correct
- Statement 3: Under the Tenth Schedule (anti-defection), the Presiding Officer decides. Hence the statement is Correct
- Statement 4: In other cases (like conviction, office of profit, etc.), the President (for MPs) or Governor (for MLAs) decides based on the Election Commission’s opinion. Hence the statement is Correct
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Solution: (c)
Explanation:
- Statement 1: Mere framing of charges or custody does not lead to disqualification. (This is what the proposed amendment seeks to change.) Hence the statement is Incorrect
- Statement 2: Under Section 8 of the Representation of the People Act, 1951, conviction with imprisonment of 2 years or more leads to disqualification. Hence the statement is Correct
- Statement 3: Under the Tenth Schedule (anti-defection), the Presiding Officer decides. Hence the statement is Correct
- Statement 4: In other cases (like conviction, office of profit, etc.), the President (for MPs) or Governor (for MLAs) decides based on the Election Commission’s opinion. Hence the statement is Correct
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