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
“SAMHiTA,” recently in news, primarily relates to:
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Answer: (b)
Explanation:
- Option b: SAMHiTA Conference focuses on digitization and preservation of South Asian manuscripts, especially highlighting India’s mathematical contributions. This option is correct
- Option a: No relation to Ayurveda or wellness tourism. This option is incorrect
- Option c: Not a health program. This option is incorrect
Option d: Not linked to cyber security. This option is incorrect
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Answer: (b)
Explanation:
- Option b: SAMHiTA Conference focuses on digitization and preservation of South Asian manuscripts, especially highlighting India’s mathematical contributions. This option is correct
- Option a: No relation to Ayurveda or wellness tourism. This option is incorrect
- Option c: Not a health program. This option is incorrect
Option d: Not linked to cyber security. This option is incorrect
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
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Consider the following statements regarding Total Fertility Rate (TFR) and demographic transition in India:
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A sustained TFR below the replacement level necessarily implies that India’s population will immediately start declining.
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The decline of TFR below replacement level in India reflects both the success of social development indicators and the onset of challenges such as population aging.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Answer: (b)
Explanation:
- Statement 1: Even with a TFR below replacement level (1.9 in India), the population does not decline immediately due to population momentum—a large base of young people entering reproductive age continues to drive growth for decades. Hence the statement is incorrect
Statement 2: Falling TFR reflects progress in education, health, and women’s empowerment, but also brings new challenges like aging population, shrinking workforce, and pressure on social security. Hence the statement is correct
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Answer: (b)
Explanation:
- Statement 1: Even with a TFR below replacement level (1.9 in India), the population does not decline immediately due to population momentum—a large base of young people entering reproductive age continues to drive growth for decades. Hence the statement is incorrect
Statement 2: Falling TFR reflects progress in education, health, and women’s empowerment, but also brings new challenges like aging population, shrinking workforce, and pressure on social security. Hence the statement is correct
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
With reference to the Malacca Strait, consider the following statements:
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The narrowest point of the Malacca Strait lies near Singapore, where the width is less than 3 km.
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The Strait connects the eastern Indian Ocean to the South China Sea through the Andaman Sea.
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The Sunda and Lombok Straits in Indonesia are considered alternative routes to the Malacca Strait for shipping.
How many of the above statements are correct?
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Answer: (c)
Explanation:
- Statement 1: Phillip Channel near Singapore is ~2.7 km wide. Hence the statement is Correct
- Statement 2: Malacca Strait links the Andaman Sea (Indian Ocean) with the South China Sea. Hence the statement is Correct
Statement 3: Sunda and Lombok Straits are alternatives, though longer and less efficient. Hence the statement is Correct
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Answer: (c)
Explanation:
- Statement 1: Phillip Channel near Singapore is ~2.7 km wide. Hence the statement is Correct
- Statement 2: Malacca Strait links the Andaman Sea (Indian Ocean) with the South China Sea. Hence the statement is Correct
Statement 3: Sunda and Lombok Straits are alternatives, though longer and less efficient. Hence the statement is Correct
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
“Angikaar 2025,” recently launched under PMAY-U 2.0, primarily aims to:
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Answer: (d)
Explanation:
- Option d: Angikaar 2025 is a nationwide campaign for last-mile outreach, awareness generation, verification, and completion of PMAY-U 2.0 houses. This option is correct
- Option a: It focuses on urban, not rural housing. This option is incorrect
- Option b: While PPP exists in PMAY-U, Angikaar 2025 targets beneficiaries directly. This option is incorrect
Option c: The scheme does not provide rental support. This option is incorrect
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Answer: (d)
Explanation:
- Option d: Angikaar 2025 is a nationwide campaign for last-mile outreach, awareness generation, verification, and completion of PMAY-U 2.0 houses. This option is correct
- Option a: It focuses on urban, not rural housing. This option is incorrect
- Option b: While PPP exists in PMAY-U, Angikaar 2025 targets beneficiaries directly. This option is incorrect
Option c: The scheme does not provide rental support. This option is incorrect
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Consider the following pairs:
Reformer Contribution 1. Savitribai Phule A. Promotion of girls’ education and establishment of schools 2. Raja Ram Mohan Roy B. Abolition of Sati and advocacy for women’s rights 3. Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar C. Widow Remarriage Act and promotion of women’s education 4. Jyotirao Phule D. Education and social upliftment of marginalized communities Select the correct answer using the code given below:
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Answer: (a)
Explanation:
- 1-A: Savitribai Phule – first female teacher in India; promoted girls’ education and established schools.
- 2-B: Raja Ram Mohan Roy – campaigned against Sati, advocated women’s rights and modern education.
- 3-C: Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar – championed widow remarriage and established girls’ schools.
4-D: Jyotirao Phule – social reformer focusing on education for marginalized communities, caste abolition, and women’s upliftment.
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Answer: (a)
Explanation:
- 1-A: Savitribai Phule – first female teacher in India; promoted girls’ education and established schools.
- 2-B: Raja Ram Mohan Roy – campaigned against Sati, advocated women’s rights and modern education.
- 3-C: Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar – championed widow remarriage and established girls’ schools.
4-D: Jyotirao Phule – social reformer focusing on education for marginalized communities, caste abolition, and women’s upliftment.
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