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
- Consider the following statements regarding the UNEP Champions of the Earth Award 2025:
- The award is the United Nations’ highest environmental honour, recognizing outstanding leadership in environmental protection and sustainability.
- The award is given only to governments and does not recognize individuals or private organizations.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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- Solution (a)
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• The Champions of the Earth Award, instituted by UNEP, is the UN’s highest environmental honour and celebrates transformative action by individuals, organizations, and governments. Hence Statement 1 is Correct
• The award is open to a wide range of recipients, including individuals, NGOs, corporations, and public institutions, not governments alone. Hence Statement 2 is IncorrectIncorrect
- Solution (a)
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• The Champions of the Earth Award, instituted by UNEP, is the UN’s highest environmental honour and celebrates transformative action by individuals, organizations, and governments. Hence Statement 1 is Correct
• The award is open to a wide range of recipients, including individuals, NGOs, corporations, and public institutions, not governments alone. Hence Statement 2 is Incorrect -
Question 2 of 5
2. Question
- GlowCas9, recently in news, is best described as which of the following?
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- Solution (a)
Explanation:
• GlowCas9 is a fluorescently tagged CRISPR-Cas9 system that allows researchers to visually track gene-editing activity in real time.Incorrect
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• GlowCas9 is a fluorescently tagged CRISPR-Cas9 system that allows researchers to visually track gene-editing activity in real time. -
Question 3 of 5
3. Question
- Consider the following statements regarding Buxa Tiger Reserve:
- Buxa Tiger Reserve is located in West Bengal and lies in the Eastern Himalayas and Gangetic plains transition zone.
- The reserve forms part of the Terai Arc Landscape and shares an international boundary with Bhutan.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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- Solution (c)
Explanation:
• Buxa Tiger Reserve is situated in the Alipurduar district of West Bengal and represents the ecological transition between the Eastern Himalayas and the Gangetic plains. Hence Statement 1 is Correct
• It is part of the Terai Arc Landscape and shares a northern boundary with Bhutan, enhancing transboundary wildlife connectivity. Hence Statement 2 is CorrectIncorrect
- Solution (c)
Explanation:
• Buxa Tiger Reserve is situated in the Alipurduar district of West Bengal and represents the ecological transition between the Eastern Himalayas and the Gangetic plains. Hence Statement 1 is Correct
• It is part of the Terai Arc Landscape and shares a northern boundary with Bhutan, enhancing transboundary wildlife connectivity. Hence Statement 2 is Correct -
Question 4 of 5
4. Question
- Consider the following statements regarding the PM Vishwakarma Scheme:
- The scheme is aimed at supporting traditional artisans and craftspeople engaged in family-based occupations.
- It provides skill upgradation, financial assistance, and market linkage support to beneficiaries.
- It is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme implemented by state governments.
How many of the above statements is/are correct?
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- Solution (b)
Explanation:
• PM Vishwakarma Scheme focuses on uplifting traditional artisans and craftspeople by integrating them into the formal economy. Hence Statement 1 is Correct
• The scheme offers components such as skill training, toolkit incentives, concessional credit, and marketing support. Hence Statement 2 is Correct
• The scheme is a Central Sector Scheme implemented by the Government of India with active central involvement. Hence Statement 3 is IncorrectIncorrect
- Solution (b)
Explanation:
• PM Vishwakarma Scheme focuses on uplifting traditional artisans and craftspeople by integrating them into the formal economy. Hence Statement 1 is Correct
• The scheme offers components such as skill training, toolkit incentives, concessional credit, and marketing support. Hence Statement 2 is Correct
• The scheme is a Central Sector Scheme implemented by the Government of India with active central involvement. Hence Statement 3 is Incorrect -
Question 5 of 5
5. Question
- Consider the following statements regarding the National Green Tribunal (NGT):
- It was established under the National Green Tribunal Act, 2010, for effective and expeditious disposal of environmental cases.
- It has jurisdiction over civil cases involving substantial questions relating to the environment arising under specific environmental laws.
- It is empowered to adjudicate criminal cases related to environmental offences.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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- Solution (a)
Explanation:
• The National Green Tribunal was constituted under the NGT Act, 2010 to provide speedy environmental justice. Hence Statement 1 is Correct
• NGT deals with civil cases involving environmental disputes under laws such as the Environment Protection Act and Water Act. Hence Statement 2 is Correct
• NGT does not have criminal jurisdiction; criminal offences are handled by regular courts. Hence Statement 3 is IncorrectIncorrect
- Solution (a)
Explanation:
• The National Green Tribunal was constituted under the NGT Act, 2010 to provide speedy environmental justice. Hence Statement 1 is Correct
• NGT deals with civil cases involving environmental disputes under laws such as the Environment Protection Act and Water Act. Hence Statement 2 is Correct
• NGT does not have criminal jurisdiction; criminal offences are handled by regular courts. Hence Statement 3 is Incorrect
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