IASbaba Daily Prelims Quiz
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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
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With reference to the Tribunal Reforms Act, 2021, consider the following statements:
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The Act dissolves several existing appellate tribunals and transfers their functions to High Courts.
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The Act prescribes that the minimum age for appointment as a Chairperson or Member of a tribunal shall be 50 years.
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The Act provides that the tenure of a Chairperson or Member shall be a fixed term of five years, with no provision for reappointment.
How many of the above statements is/are correct?
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Solution (b)
Explanation:
- The Act abolishes certain tribunals and transfers jurisdiction to High Courts or other civil courts. Hence Statement 1 is Correct
- The Act mandates a minimum age of 50 years for appointment as Chairperson or Member. Hence Statement 2 is Correct
The Act provides a term of four years (not five), and allows for reappointment subject to the age limit. Hence Statement 3 is Incorrect
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Solution (b)
Explanation:
- The Act abolishes certain tribunals and transfers jurisdiction to High Courts or other civil courts. Hence Statement 1 is Correct
- The Act mandates a minimum age of 50 years for appointment as Chairperson or Member. Hence Statement 2 is Correct
The Act provides a term of four years (not five), and allows for reappointment subject to the age limit. Hence Statement 3 is Incorrect
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
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With reference to the CE-20 cryogenic engine used in India’s launch vehicles, consider the following statements:
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The CE-20 engine uses liquid hydrogen as fuel and liquid oxygen as oxidizer, allowing higher specific impulse compared to semi-cryogenic engines.
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The CE-20 operates on a staged-combustion cycle, enabling complete combustion of propellants before entering the main combustion chamber.
Which of the statements is/are correct?
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Solution (a)
Explanation:
- The CE-20 is a cryogenic upper-stage engine that uses liquid hydrogen (fuel) and liquid oxygen (oxidizer), giving it high specific impulse. Hence Statement 1 is Correct
The CE-20 uses a gas-generator cycle, not a staged-combustion cycle. Hence Statement 2 is Incorrect
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Solution (a)
Explanation:
- The CE-20 is a cryogenic upper-stage engine that uses liquid hydrogen (fuel) and liquid oxygen (oxidizer), giving it high specific impulse. Hence Statement 1 is Correct
The CE-20 uses a gas-generator cycle, not a staged-combustion cycle. Hence Statement 2 is Incorrect
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
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Consider the following countries:
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Bahrain
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Jordan
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Kuwait
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Oman
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Qatar
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Yemen
How many of the above are members of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC)?
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Solution (b)
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- Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) was established in 1981 through the Riyadh Agreement. It is a regional political, economic, and security organisation in West Asia.
- Member countries: Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates.
- Headquarters: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
- Aims to promote cooperation in areas such as trade, security, energy, culture, and finance.
- Works toward economic integration, including a customs union and proposals for a single currency.
- Coordinates defence and foreign policies among member states.
- Plays a key role in regional stability, joint military exercises, and maritime security in the Gulf region.
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Solution (b)
Explanation:
- Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) was established in 1981 through the Riyadh Agreement. It is a regional political, economic, and security organisation in West Asia.
- Member countries: Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates.
- Headquarters: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
- Aims to promote cooperation in areas such as trade, security, energy, culture, and finance.
- Works toward economic integration, including a customs union and proposals for a single currency.
- Coordinates defence and foreign policies among member states.
- Plays a key role in regional stability, joint military exercises, and maritime security in the Gulf region.
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
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With reference to Adam Chini rice, consider the following statements:
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Adam Chini rice is primarily cultivated in the Vindhya-foothill region of Western Uttar Pradesh.
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Adam Chini rice is a basmati variety known for its extra-long slender grains.
Which of the statements is/are correct?
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Solution (d)
Explanation:
- Adam Chini rice is indeed grown mainly in the Vindhya-foothill districts of Eastern Uttar Pradesh. Hence Statement 1 is Incorrect
Adam Chini is a short-grained aromatic rice, not a basmati variety with long slender grains. Hence Statement 2 is Incorrect
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Solution (d)
Explanation:
- Adam Chini rice is indeed grown mainly in the Vindhya-foothill districts of Eastern Uttar Pradesh. Hence Statement 1 is Incorrect
Adam Chini is a short-grained aromatic rice, not a basmati variety with long slender grains. Hence Statement 2 is Incorrect
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
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Ajeya Warrior is a bilateral military exercise conducted between India and which country?
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Solution (c)
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Ajeya Warrior is a bilateral military exercise between the Indian Army and the British Army, aimed at enhancing interoperability, joint tactical drills, and operational coordination.
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Solution (c)
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Ajeya Warrior is a bilateral military exercise between the Indian Army and the British Army, aimed at enhancing interoperability, joint tactical drills, and operational coordination.
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