IASbaba Daily Prelims Quiz
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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
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- Consider the following statements regarding the HPV vaccine:
Statement-I: The HPV vaccine helps prevent cervical cancer by protecting against high-risk Human Papillomavirus (HPV) types.
Statement-II: HPV vaccines are live attenuated vaccines that can cause mild HPV infection to build immunity.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
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Explanation:
- HPV vaccines protect against high-risk HPV types such as 16 and 18, which are responsible for the majority of cervical cancer cases. Hence Statement-I is Correct
• HPV vaccines are non-live recombinant vaccines and do not contain live virus; they cannot cause HPV infection. Hence Statement-II is Incorrect
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- Solution (c)
Explanation:
- HPV vaccines protect against high-risk HPV types such as 16 and 18, which are responsible for the majority of cervical cancer cases. Hence Statement-I is Correct
• HPV vaccines are non-live recombinant vaccines and do not contain live virus; they cannot cause HPV infection. Hence Statement-II is Incorrect
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
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- With reference to the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana, consider the following statements:
- The scheme aims to install rooftop solar systems in one crore households across India.
- It provides central financial assistance directly to households for rooftop solar installation.
- The scheme is exclusively limited to commercial and industrial establishments.
How many of the above statements is/are correct?
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- The scheme targets installation of rooftop solar systems in 1 crore residential households. Hence Statement 1 is Correct
• It provides central financial assistance (subsidy) directly to households to promote rooftop solar adoption. Hence Statement 2 is Correct
• The scheme is primarily designed for residential households, not exclusively for commercial and industrial establishments. Hence Statement 3 is Incorrect
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Explanation:
- The scheme targets installation of rooftop solar systems in 1 crore residential households. Hence Statement 1 is Correct
• It provides central financial assistance (subsidy) directly to households to promote rooftop solar adoption. Hence Statement 2 is Correct
• The scheme is primarily designed for residential households, not exclusively for commercial and industrial establishments. Hence Statement 3 is Incorrect
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
- Lenacapavir, recently in news, is primarily used for the prevention and treatment of which of the following diseases?
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Solution (b)
Explanation:
• Tuberculosis is caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis and is treated with antibiotics; Lenacapavir is not used for TB. Hence Statement a is Incorrect
• Lenacapavir is a long-acting antiretroviral drug used for HIV prevention (PrEP) and treatment in certain cases. Hence Statement b is Correct
• Malaria is caused by Plasmodium parasites and treated with antimalarial drugs, not Lenacapavir. Hence Statement c is Incorrect
• Hepatitis B is a viral liver infection treated with antivirals like tenofovir; Lenacapavir is not indicated for it. Hence Statement d is IncorrectIncorrect
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Solution (b)
Explanation:
• Tuberculosis is caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis and is treated with antibiotics; Lenacapavir is not used for TB. Hence Statement a is Incorrect
• Lenacapavir is a long-acting antiretroviral drug used for HIV prevention (PrEP) and treatment in certain cases. Hence Statement b is Correct
• Malaria is caused by Plasmodium parasites and treated with antimalarial drugs, not Lenacapavir. Hence Statement c is Incorrect
• Hepatitis B is a viral liver infection treated with antivirals like tenofovir; Lenacapavir is not indicated for it. Hence Statement d is Incorrect -
Question 4 of 5
4. Question
- With reference to the Fishing Cat, consider the following statements:
- It is classified as ‘Vulnerable’ on the IUCN Red List.
- It is primarily adapted to wetland ecosystems and is known for its ability to swim and catch fish.
- In India, it is found exclusively in Himalayan alpine regions.
How many of the above statements is/are correct?
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Solution (b)
Explanation:
• The Fishing Cat (Prionailurus viverrinus) is listed as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List due to habitat loss and wetland degradation. Hence Statement 1 is Correct
• It has partially webbed feet and strong swimming ability, being specially adapted to marshes, mangroves and riverine wetlands where it hunts fish and aquatic prey. Hence Statement 2 is Correct
• In India, it is mainly found in wetlands of the Ganga-Brahmaputra plains, eastern India, mangroves and parts of peninsular India, not exclusively in Himalayan alpine regions. Hence Statement 3 is IncorrectIncorrect
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Solution (b)
Explanation:
• The Fishing Cat (Prionailurus viverrinus) is listed as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List due to habitat loss and wetland degradation. Hence Statement 1 is Correct
• It has partially webbed feet and strong swimming ability, being specially adapted to marshes, mangroves and riverine wetlands where it hunts fish and aquatic prey. Hence Statement 2 is Correct
• In India, it is mainly found in wetlands of the Ganga-Brahmaputra plains, eastern India, mangroves and parts of peninsular India, not exclusively in Himalayan alpine regions. Hence Statement 3 is Incorrect -
Question 5 of 5
5. Question
- “Contarinia icardiflores sp. Nov”., recently discovered in India, is associated with which of the following crops?
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Solution (c)
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- Tea is mainly affected by pests like tea mosquito bug and loopers; Contarinia icardiflores has not been reported as a tea pest. Hence Statement a is Incorrect
• Cotton pests commonly include bollworms, whiteflies and aphids; the newly discovered species is not associated with cotton. Hence Statement b is Incorrect
• Contarinia icardiflores is a blossom midge that specifically infests flower buds of Jasminum sambac (jasmine), causing bud damage and affecting floriculture yield. Hence Statement c is Correct
• Sugarcane pests include borers and pyrilla, but this midge species is not linked to sugarcane cultivation. Hence Statement d is Incorrect
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Solution (c)
Explanation:
- Tea is mainly affected by pests like tea mosquito bug and loopers; Contarinia icardiflores has not been reported as a tea pest. Hence Statement a is Incorrect
• Cotton pests commonly include bollworms, whiteflies and aphids; the newly discovered species is not associated with cotton. Hence Statement b is Incorrect
• Contarinia icardiflores is a blossom midge that specifically infests flower buds of Jasminum sambac (jasmine), causing bud damage and affecting floriculture yield. Hence Statement c is Correct
• Sugarcane pests include borers and pyrilla, but this midge species is not linked to sugarcane cultivation. Hence Statement d is Incorrect
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