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
The Ratle Hydroelectric Project, recently in news, is located on which river?
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• The Ratle Hydroelectric Project is being constructed on the Chenab River in Jammu and Kashmir.Incorrect
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
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- Consider the following statements regarding Gonorrhea:
- It is a sexually transmitted infection caused by the bacterium Neisseria gonorrhoeae.
- It can be effectively prevented through vaccination as part of routine immunization programs.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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• Gonorrhea is a common sexually transmitted infection caused by the bacterium Neisseria gonorrhoeae. Hence Statement 1 is Correct
• Currently, there is no licensed vaccine for gonorrhea; prevention relies on safe sexual practices and early treatment. Hence Statement 2 is IncorrectIncorrect
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• Gonorrhea is a common sexually transmitted infection caused by the bacterium Neisseria gonorrhoeae. Hence Statement 1 is Correct
• Currently, there is no licensed vaccine for gonorrhea; prevention relies on safe sexual practices and early treatment. Hence Statement 2 is Incorrect -
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
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- Consider the following statements regarding the Pax Silica Initiative:
- It focuses on promoting sustainable alternatives to river sand to reduce environmental degradation caused by excessive sand mining.
- The initiative seeks to address issues such as river erosion, biodiversity loss, and groundwater depletion linked to unsustainable sand extraction.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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• Pax Silica emphasizes reducing dependence on natural river sand by encouraging sustainable materials and responsible sand management practices. Hence Statement 1 is Correct
• Unsustainable sand mining leads to ecological damage including riverbank erosion, habitat loss, and impacts on groundwater, which the initiative aims to mitigate. Hence Statement 2 is Correct
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• Pax Silica emphasizes reducing dependence on natural river sand by encouraging sustainable materials and responsible sand management practices. Hence Statement 1 is Correct
• Unsustainable sand mining leads to ecological damage including riverbank erosion, habitat loss, and impacts on groundwater, which the initiative aims to mitigate. Hence Statement 2 is Correct
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
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- Consider the following statements regarding Ponduru Khadi:
- It is a traditional handspun and handwoven fabric produced in Andhra Pradesh.
- It is known for being woven using mill-spun yarn to increase production efficiency.
- It has received the Geographical Indication (GI) tag for its unique production process and quality.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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• Ponduru Khadi originates from the Ponduru region of Andhra Pradesh and is renowned for its traditional handspinning and handloom weaving practices. Hence Statement 1 is Correct
• The fabric uses hand-spun yarn prepared with traditional tools, not mill-spun yarn. Hence Statement 2 is Incorrect
• Ponduru Khadi has been granted a GI tag, recognizing its distinctiveness and cultural heritage. Hence Statement 3 is Correct
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• Ponduru Khadi originates from the Ponduru region of Andhra Pradesh and is renowned for its traditional handspinning and handloom weaving practices. Hence Statement 1 is Correct
• The fabric uses hand-spun yarn prepared with traditional tools, not mill-spun yarn. Hence Statement 2 is Incorrect
• Ponduru Khadi has been granted a GI tag, recognizing its distinctiveness and cultural heritage. Hence Statement 3 is Correct
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
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- Consider the following statements regarding the CoalSETU Policy:
- It is a digital initiative aimed at integrating coal transportation and logistics across rail, road, and ports.
- The policy seeks to improve efficiency in coal supply chains by reducing logistics costs and associated carbon emissions.
- It replaces existing coal allocation and auction mechanisms with a centralized pricing platform.
How many of the above statements is/are correct?
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• CoalSETU (Coal Supply and Transportation Utility) is conceived as an integrated digital platform to streamline coal logistics using multimodal transport. Hence Statement 1 is Correct
• By optimizing routes and improving coordination, the policy aims to lower logistics costs and reduce environmental impact. Hence Statement 2 is Correct
• CoalSETU does not replace coal allocation or auction systems; it focuses on logistics and transportation efficiency. Hence Statement 3 is Incorrect
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• CoalSETU (Coal Supply and Transportation Utility) is conceived as an integrated digital platform to streamline coal logistics using multimodal transport. Hence Statement 1 is Correct
• By optimizing routes and improving coordination, the policy aims to lower logistics costs and reduce environmental impact. Hence Statement 2 is Correct
• CoalSETU does not replace coal allocation or auction systems; it focuses on logistics and transportation efficiency. Hence Statement 3 is Incorrect
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