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
- With reference to Article 143 of the Constitution of India, consider the following statements:
- Article 143 empowers the President to refer questions of law or fact of public importance to the Supreme Court for its advisory opinion.
- The Supreme Court’s advisory opinion given under Article 143 is binding on the government.
- Article 143 can be invoked even on issues not yet arising in actual litigation.
How many of the above statements is/are NOT correct?
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- Solution (a)
Explanation:
- Article 143 authorizes the President to seek the Supreme Court’s advisory opinion on questions of law or fact of public importance. Hence Statement 1 is Correct
- The advisory opinion under Article 143 is not binding; it is only consultative in nature. Hence Statement 2 is Incorrect
The President may refer matters even if they have not yet arisen in actual disputes, as long as they are of public importance. Hence Statement 3 is Correct
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- Solution (a)
Explanation:
- Article 143 authorizes the President to seek the Supreme Court’s advisory opinion on questions of law or fact of public importance. Hence Statement 1 is Correct
- The advisory opinion under Article 143 is not binding; it is only consultative in nature. Hence Statement 2 is Incorrect
The President may refer matters even if they have not yet arisen in actual disputes, as long as they are of public importance. Hence Statement 3 is Correct
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
- With reference to the LuPEX Mission, consider the following statements:
- LuPEX is a joint lunar exploration mission of India and USA.
- The mission aims to explore the Moon’s south polar region using a lander–rover system.
- LuPEX will be launched using India’s GSLV launch vehicle.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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- Solution (b)
Explanation:
- LuPEX (Lunar Polar Exploration Mission) is a joint mission between ISRO and JAXA. Hence Statement 1 is Incorrect
- The mission’s objective includes studying the Moon’s south pole using a lander and rover. Hence Statement 2 is Correct
Current plans indicate that the mission will be launched aboard Japan’s H3 launch vehicle. Hence Statement 3 is Incorrect
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- Solution (b)
Explanation:
- LuPEX (Lunar Polar Exploration Mission) is a joint mission between ISRO and JAXA. Hence Statement 1 is Incorrect
- The mission’s objective includes studying the Moon’s south pole using a lander and rover. Hence Statement 2 is Correct
Current plans indicate that the mission will be launched aboard Japan’s H3 launch vehicle. Hence Statement 3 is Incorrect
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
- The Dorjilung Hydro Project is a trilateral initiative involving which of the following countries?
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- Solution (c)
Explanation:
- The Dorjilung Hydro Project is a proposed hydropower collaboration between India, Bangladesh and Bhutan.
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- Solution (c)
Explanation:
- The Dorjilung Hydro Project is a proposed hydropower collaboration between India, Bangladesh and Bhutan.
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
- With reference to the Brihadeeswarar Temple, consider the following statements:
- The Brihadeeswarar Temple was built by Rajendra Chola.
- The temple is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site as part of the “Great Living Chola Temples.”
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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- Solution (b)
Explanation:
- The Brihadeeswarar Temple at Thanjavur was constructed by the Chola ruler Raja Raja Chola I in the 11th century. Hence Statement 1 is Incorrect
- It is included in the UNESCO World Heritage grouping known as the “Great Living Chola Temples.” Hence Statement 2 is Correct
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- Solution (b)
Explanation:
- The Brihadeeswarar Temple at Thanjavur was constructed by the Chola ruler Raja Raja Chola I in the 11th century. Hence Statement 1 is Incorrect
- It is included in the UNESCO World Heritage grouping known as the “Great Living Chola Temples.” Hence Statement 2 is Correct
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
- With reference to the African Grey Parrot, consider the following statements:
- The African Grey Parrot is listed in Appendix I of CITES due to its high risk of illegal trade.
- It is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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- Solution (c)
Explanation:
- The African Grey Parrot is placed in CITES Appendix I, restricting international commercial trade due to severe population decline and trafficking. Hence Statement 1 is Correct
- The species is listed as Endangered on the IUCN Red List because of habitat loss and poaching. Hence Statement 2 is Correct
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Explanation:
- The African Grey Parrot is placed in CITES Appendix I, restricting international commercial trade due to severe population decline and trafficking. Hence Statement 1 is Correct
- The species is listed as Endangered on the IUCN Red List because of habitat loss and poaching. Hence Statement 2 is Correct
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