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 Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE):
- It has its origins in the Conference on Security and Co-operation in Europe (CSCE) held during the Cold War.
- All decisions within the OSCE are taken by majority voting among member states.
- It includes both European and non-European countries, such as the United States and Canada, as participating states.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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- Solution (b)
Explanation:
- The OSCE evolved from the CSCE process initiated in the early 1970s to promote dialogue between Eastern and Western blocs during the Cold War. Hence Statement 1 is Correct
- The OSCE follows a consensus-based decision-making system, not majority voting. Hence Statement 2 is Incorrect
The OSCE has 57 participating states, including non-European members such as the US and Canada. Hence Statement 3 is Correct
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- Solution (b)
Explanation:
- The OSCE evolved from the CSCE process initiated in the early 1970s to promote dialogue between Eastern and Western blocs during the Cold War. Hence Statement 1 is Correct
- The OSCE follows a consensus-based decision-making system, not majority voting. Hence Statement 2 is Incorrect
The OSCE has 57 participating states, including non-European members such as the US and Canada. Hence Statement 3 is Correct
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
- Consider the following statements regarding AstroSat:
- It is India’s first dedicated multi-wavelength space observatory.
- It carries instruments capable of observing only in the X-ray spectrum.
- It was launched by the PSLV launch vehicle.
How many of the above statements is/are NOT correct?
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- Solution (a)
Explanation:
- AstroSat is indeed India’s first dedicated multi-wavelength observatory designed to study the universe in different bands. Hence Statement 1 is Correct
- AstroSat observes in multiple wavelengths—ultraviolet, visible, and X-ray; it is not limited to X-rays. Hence Statement 2 is Incorrect
- AstroSat was launched in 2015 using ISRO’s PSLV-C30. Hence Statement 3 is Correct
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- Solution (a)
Explanation:
- AstroSat is indeed India’s first dedicated multi-wavelength observatory designed to study the universe in different bands. Hence Statement 1 is Correct
- AstroSat observes in multiple wavelengths—ultraviolet, visible, and X-ray; it is not limited to X-rays. Hence Statement 2 is Incorrect
- AstroSat was launched in 2015 using ISRO’s PSLV-C30. Hence Statement 3 is Correct
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
- Exercise Harimau Shakti 2025 is a bilateral military exercise between India and which country?
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- Solution (c)
Explanation:
- Exercise Harimau Shakti is a bilateral military exercise conducted between the armies of India and Malaysia.
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- Solution (c)
Explanation:
- Exercise Harimau Shakti is a bilateral military exercise conducted between the armies of India and Malaysia.
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
- Consider the following statements regarding Infrastructure Investment Trusts (InvITs):
- They allow investors to pool money for revenue-generating infrastructure assets such as roads and power transmission lines.
- They are required to distribute at least 90% of their net distributable cash flows to unit holders.
- InvIT units can be purchased only by institutional investors and are not accessible to retail investors in India.
How many of the above statements is/are correct?
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- Solution (b)
Explanation:
- InvITs are collective investment vehicles that pool funds to invest in completed, revenue-generating infrastructure assets. Hence Statement 1 is Correct
- SEBI regulations mandate that InvITs distribute at least 90% of their net distributable cash flows to unit holders. Hence Statement 2 is Correct
- Retail investors are allowed to invest in listed InvITs, subject to minimum investment requirements; they are not restricted to institutional investors only. Hence Statement 3 is Incorrect
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Explanation:
- InvITs are collective investment vehicles that pool funds to invest in completed, revenue-generating infrastructure assets. Hence Statement 1 is Correct
- SEBI regulations mandate that InvITs distribute at least 90% of their net distributable cash flows to unit holders. Hence Statement 2 is Correct
- Retail investors are allowed to invest in listed InvITs, subject to minimum investment requirements; they are not restricted to institutional investors only. Hence Statement 3 is Incorrect
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
- Consider the following statements regarding Ramgarh Vishdhari Tiger Reserve (RVTR):
- It is located in the state of Rajasthan and forms a part of the tiger corridor between Ranthambore and Mukundra Hills Tiger Reserves.
- It was declared the first Tiger Reserve of India.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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- Solution (a)
Explanation:
- RVTR is located in Rajasthan and plays an important ecological role as a corridor linking Ranthambore Tiger Reserve with Mukundra Hills Tiger Reserve. Hence Statement 1 is Correct
- RVTR is India’s 52nd Tiger Reserve, not the first; India’s first was Project Tiger’s launch site—Ranthambore’s precursor reserves (initially 9 reserves in 1973). Hence Statement 2 is Incorrect
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Explanation:
- RVTR is located in Rajasthan and plays an important ecological role as a corridor linking Ranthambore Tiger Reserve with Mukundra Hills Tiger Reserve. Hence Statement 1 is Correct
- RVTR is India’s 52nd Tiger Reserve, not the first; India’s first was Project Tiger’s launch site—Ranthambore’s precursor reserves (initially 9 reserves in 1973). Hence Statement 2 is Incorrect
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