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 statements about the Goods and Services Tax Appellate Tribunal (GSTAT):
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GSTAT has been established as a constitutional body under Article 279A of the Indian Constitution, on the same lines as the GST Council.
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The Principal Bench of GSTAT will also function as the National Appellate Authority for Advance Ruling from April 2026.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
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Solution: (b)
Explanation:
- Statement 1: The GST Council under Article 279A is a constitutional body, but GSTAT is not constitutional. It is a statutory body created under the Central Goods and Services Tax (CGST) Act. This statement is incorrect
Statement 2: The Principal Bench in New Delhi will act as the National Appellate Authority for Advance Ruling (NAAAR) starting April 2026 This statement is correct
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Solution: (b)
Explanation:
- Statement 1: The GST Council under Article 279A is a constitutional body, but GSTAT is not constitutional. It is a statutory body created under the Central Goods and Services Tax (CGST) Act. This statement is incorrect
Statement 2: The Principal Bench in New Delhi will act as the National Appellate Authority for Advance Ruling (NAAAR) starting April 2026 This statement is correct
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
‘INS Androth’, recently in news, is:
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Solution: (d)
Explanation:
- INS Androth is the second vessel in the ASW-SWC series, commissioned in October 2025. Built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE), Kolkata, it enhances India’s littoral anti-submarine warfare capability.
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Solution: (d)
Explanation:
- INS Androth is the second vessel in the ASW-SWC series, commissioned in October 2025. Built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE), Kolkata, it enhances India’s littoral anti-submarine warfare capability.
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
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Consider the following statements regarding the Greater One-Horned Rhino (Rhinoceros unicornis):
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It is currently listed as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List and included in Schedule I of the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972.
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The Kaziranga National Park in Assam hosts the largest single population of this species in the world.
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The Indian Rhino Vision 2020 programme aimed to increase the population of rhinos and expand them to more protected areas within Assam.
How many of the above statements are correct?
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Solution: (c)
Explanation:
- Statement 1: It is listed as Vulnerable in IUCN Red List and under Schedule I of the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972. This statement is correct
- Statement 2: Kaziranga National Park holds the largest population globally. This statement is Correct
Statement 3: Indian Rhino Vision 2020 aimed to raise numbers to 3,000 and spread them to at least seven protected areas in Assam. This statement is Correct
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Solution: (c)
Explanation:
- Statement 1: It is listed as Vulnerable in IUCN Red List and under Schedule I of the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972. This statement is correct
- Statement 2: Kaziranga National Park holds the largest population globally. This statement is Correct
Statement 3: Indian Rhino Vision 2020 aimed to raise numbers to 3,000 and spread them to at least seven protected areas in Assam. This statement is Correct
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
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Consider the following statements:
Statement I: The rapid expansion of AI-driven data centres increases pressure on India’s electricity demand.
Statement II: AI-driven data centres require high computational power, which significantly raises energy consumption.
Statement III: AI can also optimise energy use through smart grids, predictive analytics, and renewable forecasting.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
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Solution: (b)
Explanation:
- Statement I: Data centres, especially those supporting AI models, are energy-intensive. As India’s digital adoption and AI usage grow, they significantly add to electricity demand. This statement is Correct
- Statement II explains Statement I because high computational demand leads to rising electricity consumption.
Statement III is correct in itself, but it doesn’t directly explain the rise in demand; rather, it points to AI’s potential in mitigating that demand.
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Solution: (b)
Explanation:
- Statement I: Data centres, especially those supporting AI models, are energy-intensive. As India’s digital adoption and AI usage grow, they significantly add to electricity demand. This statement is Correct
- Statement II explains Statement I because high computational demand leads to rising electricity consumption.
Statement III is correct in itself, but it doesn’t directly explain the rise in demand; rather, it points to AI’s potential in mitigating that demand.
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
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Consider the following statements regarding the working of Cloud Seeding:
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Cloud seeding involves dispersing substances such as silver iodide or dry ice into clouds, which act as nuclei for condensation of water vapour.
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The process artificially raises the humidity of the atmosphere to create clouds from clear skies.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
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Solution: (a)
Explanation:
- Statement 1 is– Cloud seeding introduces particles that serve as condensation nuclei, enhancing raindrop formation within existing clouds. This statement is correct
Statement 2 is– Cloud seeding cannot create clouds from clear skies; it only works if suitable clouds with enough moisture already exist. This statement is incorrect
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Solution: (a)
Explanation:
- Statement 1 is– Cloud seeding introduces particles that serve as condensation nuclei, enhancing raindrop formation within existing clouds. This statement is correct
Statement 2 is– Cloud seeding cannot create clouds from clear skies; it only works if suitable clouds with enough moisture already exist. This statement is incorrect
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