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 Pralay Missile:
- Pralay is an indigenously developed short-range, quasi-ballistic missile with conventional warhead capability.
- The missile is designed for launch from submarines as part of India’s sea-based deterrent.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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- Solution (a)
Explanation:
• Pralay is a solid-fuel, surface-to-surface, quasi-ballistic missile developed by DRDO for conventional strike roles with high accuracy. Hence Statement 1 is Correct
• Pralay is a land-based missile and is not intended for submarine launch or nuclear deterrence roles. Hence Statement 2 is IncorrectIncorrect
- Solution (a)
Explanation:
• Pralay is a solid-fuel, surface-to-surface, quasi-ballistic missile developed by DRDO for conventional strike roles with high accuracy. Hence Statement 1 is Correct
• Pralay is a land-based missile and is not intended for submarine launch or nuclear deterrence roles. Hence Statement 2 is Incorrect -
Question 2 of 5
2. Question
- Justice Mission 2025, recently in news, refers to:
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- Solution (c)
Explanation:
• Justice Mission 2025 refers to China’s large-scale military drills around Taiwan, involving air, naval, and missile forces to simulate blockade and combat scenarios.Incorrect
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• Justice Mission 2025 refers to China’s large-scale military drills around Taiwan, involving air, naval, and missile forces to simulate blockade and combat scenarios. -
Question 3 of 5
3. Question
- Consider the following statements regarding Candida auris:
- Candida auris is a drug-resistant bacterial pathogen that can cause severe infections, especially in hospital settings.
- The fungus spreads mainly through contaminated food and untreated drinking water.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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- Solution (d)
Explanation:
• Candida auris is an emerging, multi-drug-resistant fungus associated with invasive infections and hospital outbreaks, posing a serious public health challenge. Hence Statement 1 is Incorrect
• The fungus primarily spreads through direct contact and contaminated hospital surfaces or medical equipment, not through food or drinking water. Hence Statement 2 is IncorrectIncorrect
- Solution (d)
Explanation:
• Candida auris is an emerging, multi-drug-resistant fungus associated with invasive infections and hospital outbreaks, posing a serious public health challenge. Hence Statement 1 is Incorrect
• The fungus primarily spreads through direct contact and contaminated hospital surfaces or medical equipment, not through food or drinking water. Hence Statement 2 is Incorrect -
Question 4 of 5
4. Question
- Consider the following statements regarding Kaimur Wildlife Sanctuary:
- Kaimur Wildlife Sanctuary is located in Jharkhand.
- The sanctuary is drained by tributaries of the Son River and supports dry deciduous forest ecosystems.
Which of the statements given above is/are NOT correct?
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- Solution (a)
Explanation:
• Kaimur Wildlife Sanctuary is situated in southwestern Bihar along the Kaimur Range, which forms part of the Vindhyan plateau. Hence Statement 1 is Incorrect
• The sanctuary’s terrain is drained by tributaries of the Son River and is characterized mainly by dry deciduous forests. Hence Statement 2 is CorrectIncorrect
- Solution (a)
Explanation:
• Kaimur Wildlife Sanctuary is situated in southwestern Bihar along the Kaimur Range, which forms part of the Vindhyan plateau. Hence Statement 1 is Incorrect
• The sanctuary’s terrain is drained by tributaries of the Son River and is characterized mainly by dry deciduous forests. Hence Statement 2 is Correct -
Question 5 of 5
5. Question
With reference to the Baltic Sea, consider the following countries:
- Germany
- Poland
- Norway
- Sweden
How many of the above countries share a coastline with the Baltic Sea?
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- Solution (c)
Explanation:
• Germany has a coastline along the Baltic Sea in its northern part. Hence Option I is Correct
• Poland lies on the southern coast of the Baltic Sea. Hence Option II is Correct
• Norway borders the North Sea and the Norwegian Sea, not the Baltic Sea. Hence Option III is Incorrect
• Sweden lies along the western coast of the Baltic Sea and also borders the Gulf of Bothnia. Hence Option IV is CorrectIncorrect
- Solution (c)
Explanation:
• Germany has a coastline along the Baltic Sea in its northern part. Hence Option I is Correct
• Poland lies on the southern coast of the Baltic Sea. Hence Option II is Correct
• Norway borders the North Sea and the Norwegian Sea, not the Baltic Sea. Hence Option III is Incorrect
• Sweden lies along the western coast of the Baltic Sea and also borders the Gulf of Bothnia. Hence Option IV is Correct
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