IASbaba Daily Prelims Quiz
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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
National Centre for Polar and Ocean Research (NCPOR), recently in the news, is an institution under which Ministry of the Government of India?
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Solution (c)
Explanation:
NCPOR is India’s premier R&D institute for polar and ocean sciences. It functions under the Ministry of Earth Sciences, Government of India. It manages India’s Antarctic research bases (Maitri and Bharati), the Arctic base (Himadri), and conducts Southern Ocean research.- Option (a) is incorrect as defence-related polar activities are separate.
- Option (b) is incorrect as environment ministry deals with environmental policies, not polar research administration.
- Option (d) is incorrect as science and technology ministry oversees general scientific research, but polar and ocean research falls under Earth Sciences.
Why this question? Easy-level question testing nodal ministry affiliation—a basic factual recall.
Why important for UPSC? NCPOR’s role in polar research and its parent ministry are frequently tested in Science & Technology and Geography sections.
PYQ Pattern Link Similar to UPSC PYQ 2018, 2021 on Indian research stations in Antarctica and their administering ministry.Incorrect
Solution (c)
Explanation:
NCPOR is India’s premier R&D institute for polar and ocean sciences. It functions under the Ministry of Earth Sciences, Government of India. It manages India’s Antarctic research bases (Maitri and Bharati), the Arctic base (Himadri), and conducts Southern Ocean research.- Option (a) is incorrect as defence-related polar activities are separate.
- Option (b) is incorrect as environment ministry deals with environmental policies, not polar research administration.
- Option (d) is incorrect as science and technology ministry oversees general scientific research, but polar and ocean research falls under Earth Sciences.
Why this question? Easy-level question testing nodal ministry affiliation—a basic factual recall.
Why important for UPSC? NCPOR’s role in polar research and its parent ministry are frequently tested in Science & Technology and Geography sections.
PYQ Pattern Link Similar to UPSC PYQ 2018, 2021 on Indian research stations in Antarctica and their administering ministry. -
Question 2 of 5
2. Question
With reference to Chaolung Sukapha and the administrative system of the Ahom kingdom, consider the following statements:
- Sukapha established his first principality at Charaideo, which later became the nucleus for the expansion of the Ahom kingdom.
- The Ahom military-administrative system was based on the paik system, wherein every adult male was registered and owed labour or military service to the state in return for land.
- Sukapha’s policy towards indigenous tribal communities was characterized by military subjugation and forced assimilation to establish Ahom supremacy.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Solution (b)
Explanation:
- Statement 1 is correct. Sukapha, the 13th-century founder of the Ahom kingdom, established his first principality at Charaideo, which served as the initial foothold for the kingdom’s subsequent expansion across Assam.
- Statement 2 is correct. The paik system was the cornerstone of Ahom administration, under which every adult male (aged 16–50) was registered as a paik and provided labour or military service in exchange for land for cultivation.
- Statement 3 is incorrect. Sukapha is historically renowned for his policy of conciliation and assimilation, not subjugation. He fostered amicable relations with local tribes such as the Morans, Sutias, and Kacharis, integrating them through alliance rather than force.
Why this question? Tests the distinctive features of Ahom administration and Sukapha’s unique conciliatory approach.
Why important for UPSC? Regional dynasties and their governance systems are part of the ancient and medieval Indian history syllabus, frequently tested in Prelims.
PYQ Pattern Link Similar to UPSC PYQ 2018 on the Ahom kingdom and 2019 on regional administrative systems.Incorrect
Solution (b)
Explanation:
- Statement 1 is correct. Sukapha, the 13th-century founder of the Ahom kingdom, established his first principality at Charaideo, which served as the initial foothold for the kingdom’s subsequent expansion across Assam.
- Statement 2 is correct. The paik system was the cornerstone of Ahom administration, under which every adult male (aged 16–50) was registered as a paik and provided labour or military service in exchange for land for cultivation.
- Statement 3 is incorrect. Sukapha is historically renowned for his policy of conciliation and assimilation, not subjugation. He fostered amicable relations with local tribes such as the Morans, Sutias, and Kacharis, integrating them through alliance rather than force.
Why this question? Tests the distinctive features of Ahom administration and Sukapha’s unique conciliatory approach.
Why important for UPSC? Regional dynasties and their governance systems are part of the ancient and medieval Indian history syllabus, frequently tested in Prelims.
PYQ Pattern Link Similar to UPSC PYQ 2018 on the Ahom kingdom and 2019 on regional administrative systems. -
Question 3 of 5
3. Question
With reference to Chaprala Wildlife Sanctuary, consider the following statements:
- It is located in the Gadchiroli district of Maharashtra and lies near the confluence of the Wardha and Wainganga rivers.
- The sanctuary is characterized by tropical moist deciduous forests with bamboo as the dominant vegetation.
- It is flanked by the Markhanda and Pedigundam hills, with the Pranhita River flowing along its western boundary.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Solution (c)
Explanation:
- Statement 1 is correct. Chaprala Wildlife Sanctuary is situated in Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, and is located on the bank of the confluence of the Wardha and Wainganga rivers.
- Statement 2 is incorrect. The sanctuary is dominated by southern tropical dry deciduous forests interspersed with grasslands, not tropical moist deciduous forests with bamboo dominance.
- Statement 3 is correct. The sanctuary is flanked by the Markhanda and Pedigundam hills, and the Pranhita River flows along its western boundary.
Why this question? Tests location-specific features and vegetation type—common areas of confusion in protected area questions.
Why important for UPSC? Wildlife sanctuaries and their ecological characteristics are frequently tested in Environment & Ecology section.
PYQ Pattern Link Similar to UPSC PYQ 2019, 2021, and 2023 on location, rivers, and vegetation types of protected areas.Incorrect
Solution (c)
Explanation:
- Statement 1 is correct. Chaprala Wildlife Sanctuary is situated in Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, and is located on the bank of the confluence of the Wardha and Wainganga rivers.
- Statement 2 is incorrect. The sanctuary is dominated by southern tropical dry deciduous forests interspersed with grasslands, not tropical moist deciduous forests with bamboo dominance.
- Statement 3 is correct. The sanctuary is flanked by the Markhanda and Pedigundam hills, and the Pranhita River flows along its western boundary.
Why this question? Tests location-specific features and vegetation type—common areas of confusion in protected area questions.
Why important for UPSC? Wildlife sanctuaries and their ecological characteristics are frequently tested in Environment & Ecology section.
PYQ Pattern Link Similar to UPSC PYQ 2019, 2021, and 2023 on location, rivers, and vegetation types of protected areas. -
Question 4 of 5
4. Question
INS Aridhaman, recently in the news, is which type of submarine?
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Solution (b)
Explanation:
INS Aridhaman is the second Arihant-class nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine (SSBN) being built under India’s Advanced Technology Vessel (ATV) project. It is designed to carry ballistic missiles (such as the K-4) and reinforces India’s no-first-use (NFU) nuclear doctrine and credible minimum deterrence.- Option (a) is incorrect as SSNs are nuclear-powered attack submarines designed for anti-ship warfare, not ballistic missile deterrence.
- Options (c) and (d) are incorrect as they refer to conventional submarines and a surface vessel, respectively.
Why this question? Easy-level question testing basic classification of India’s nuclear submarine fleet.
Why important for UPSC? INS Aridhaman is a significant addition to India’s strategic nuclear triad; its classification is fundamental knowledge.
PYQ Pattern Link Similar to UPSC PYQ 2017, 2020 on India’s nuclear submarines and strategic capabilities.Incorrect
Solution (b)
Explanation:
INS Aridhaman is the second Arihant-class nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine (SSBN) being built under India’s Advanced Technology Vessel (ATV) project. It is designed to carry ballistic missiles (such as the K-4) and reinforces India’s no-first-use (NFU) nuclear doctrine and credible minimum deterrence.- Option (a) is incorrect as SSNs are nuclear-powered attack submarines designed for anti-ship warfare, not ballistic missile deterrence.
- Options (c) and (d) are incorrect as they refer to conventional submarines and a surface vessel, respectively.
Why this question? Easy-level question testing basic classification of India’s nuclear submarine fleet.
Why important for UPSC? INS Aridhaman is a significant addition to India’s strategic nuclear triad; its classification is fundamental knowledge.
PYQ Pattern Link Similar to UPSC PYQ 2017, 2020 on India’s nuclear submarines and strategic capabilities. -
Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Consider the following statements regarding the Pradhan Mantri Janjati Adivasi Nyaya Maha Abhiyan (PM-JANMAN) Scheme:
- The scheme targets Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs) across 18 states and the Andaman & Nicobar Islands.
- It is implemented solely by the Ministry of Tribal Affairs without any involvement of state governments.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Solution (a)
Explanation:
- Statement 1 is Correct: The PM-JANMAN scheme, launched in 2023, specifically targets the socio-economic development of 75 Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs). These communities are spread across 18 states and the Union Territory of Andaman & Nicobar Islands.
- Statement 2 is Incorrect: The scheme is not implemented solely by the Ministry of Tribal Affairs. It is a whole-of-government approach involving 9 central ministries (including Ministry of Health, Ministry of Education, and Ministry of Jal Shakti) working in close collaboration with State Governments. The state governments are responsible for the ground-level execution, identification of beneficiaries, and monitoring of the 11 critical interventions (such as housing, clean water, and road connectivity).
Why this question? Tests the core features of a recent government scheme—beneficiaries, implementation structure, and duration.
Why important for UPSC? PM-JANMAN is a flagship scheme for PVTGs, and such schemes are frequently tested for their objectives and implementation framework.
PYQ Pattern Link Similar to UPSC PYQ 2022, 2023 on government schemes targeting tribal communities and vulnerable groups.Incorrect
Solution (a)
Explanation:
- Statement 1 is Correct: The PM-JANMAN scheme, launched in 2023, specifically targets the socio-economic development of 75 Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs). These communities are spread across 18 states and the Union Territory of Andaman & Nicobar Islands.
- Statement 2 is Incorrect: The scheme is not implemented solely by the Ministry of Tribal Affairs. It is a whole-of-government approach involving 9 central ministries (including Ministry of Health, Ministry of Education, and Ministry of Jal Shakti) working in close collaboration with State Governments. The state governments are responsible for the ground-level execution, identification of beneficiaries, and monitoring of the 11 critical interventions (such as housing, clean water, and road connectivity).
Why this question? Tests the core features of a recent government scheme—beneficiaries, implementation structure, and duration.
Why important for UPSC? PM-JANMAN is a flagship scheme for PVTGs, and such schemes are frequently tested for their objectives and implementation framework.
PYQ Pattern Link Similar to UPSC PYQ 2022, 2023 on government schemes targeting tribal communities and vulnerable groups.
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