IASbaba Daily Prelims Quiz
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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
Q1. Consider the following statements regarding Ahilyabai Holkar:
- She ruled the Malwa region under the Holkar dynasty of the Maratha Confederacy.
- The title “Punyashlok” was conferred upon her by the British administration.
- She rebuilt the Kashi Vishwanath Temple in Varanasi during the 18th century.
- Maheshwar, located on the banks of the Narmada River, served as her capital.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Correct
Q.1) Solution (d)
Explanation:
- Ahilyabai Holkar ruled Malwa from 1767–1795 under the Holkar dynasty of the Maratha Confederacy.
- She rebuilt the Kashi Vishwanath Temple in 1780 and undertook restoration works at several pilgrimage centres across India.
- Maheshwar, situated on the Narmada River in present-day Madhya Pradesh, was her capital.
- Statement 2 is incorrect because the title “Punyashlok” was bestowed by her people, whereas British historian John Keay referred to her as “The Philosopher Queen.”
UPSC often frames questions by mixing rulers’ achievements with titles and capitals.
Why this question? Tests governance, culture, and temple reconstruction.
Why important for UPSC? Modern relevance through commemorations and heritage.
PYQ Pattern Link: Similar to questions on Maratha rulers and temple patronage.
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Q.1) Solution (d)
Explanation:
- Ahilyabai Holkar ruled Malwa from 1767–1795 under the Holkar dynasty of the Maratha Confederacy.
- She rebuilt the Kashi Vishwanath Temple in 1780 and undertook restoration works at several pilgrimage centres across India.
- Maheshwar, situated on the Narmada River in present-day Madhya Pradesh, was her capital.
- Statement 2 is incorrect because the title “Punyashlok” was bestowed by her people, whereas British historian John Keay referred to her as “The Philosopher Queen.”
UPSC often frames questions by mixing rulers’ achievements with titles and capitals.
Why this question? Tests governance, culture, and temple reconstruction.
Why important for UPSC? Modern relevance through commemorations and heritage.
PYQ Pattern Link: Similar to questions on Maratha rulers and temple patronage.
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Q2. With reference to South Sudan, consider the following statements:
- It became independent after seceding from Sudan in 2011.
- The White Nile flows through the country from north to south.
- The Sudd wetland is one of the world’s largest wetlands and is a Ramsar Site.
- South Sudan is a member of both the African Union and the East African Community.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Correct
- Q.2) Solution (a)
Explanation:
- South Sudan became independent on 9 July 2011 following a referendum.
- The White Nile flows through the country from south to north, making Statement 2 incorrect.
- The Sudd wetland is among the world’s largest wetlands and enjoys Ramsar recognition.
- South Sudan is also a member of both the African Union and the East African Community.
UPSC often uses river-direction traps and membership-based questions in international affairs.
Why this question? Combines geography and international organizations.
Why important for UPSC? Frequently tested region in Africa mapping.
PYQ Pattern Link: Similar to South Sudan, Nile Basin and AU questions.
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- Q.2) Solution (a)
Explanation:
- South Sudan became independent on 9 July 2011 following a referendum.
- The White Nile flows through the country from south to north, making Statement 2 incorrect.
- The Sudd wetland is among the world’s largest wetlands and enjoys Ramsar recognition.
- South Sudan is also a member of both the African Union and the East African Community.
UPSC often uses river-direction traps and membership-based questions in international affairs.
Why this question? Combines geography and international organizations.
Why important for UPSC? Frequently tested region in Africa mapping.
PYQ Pattern Link: Similar to South Sudan, Nile Basin and AU questions.
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Q3. Beaufort Castle, recently seen in the news, is best described as:
Correct
Q.3) Solution (a)
Explanation:
- Beaufort Castle (Qalaat al-Shaqif) is a medieval Crusader fortress located in southern Lebanon overlooking the Litani River Valley.
- Owing to its elevated location near the Israel–Lebanon border, it has immense strategic significance.
- It has featured in multiple regional conflicts including the Lebanese Civil War and confrontations involving Hezbollah and Israel.
UPSC increasingly asks static places that acquire relevance through current geopolitical developments.
Why this question? Tests map-based geopolitical awareness.
Why important for UPSC? Static geography linked with current affairs.
PYQ Pattern Link: Similar to questions on strategic straits and fortresses.
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Q.3) Solution (a)
Explanation:
- Beaufort Castle (Qalaat al-Shaqif) is a medieval Crusader fortress located in southern Lebanon overlooking the Litani River Valley.
- Owing to its elevated location near the Israel–Lebanon border, it has immense strategic significance.
- It has featured in multiple regional conflicts including the Lebanese Civil War and confrontations involving Hezbollah and Israel.
UPSC increasingly asks static places that acquire relevance through current geopolitical developments.
Why this question? Tests map-based geopolitical awareness.
Why important for UPSC? Static geography linked with current affairs.
PYQ Pattern Link: Similar to questions on strategic straits and fortresses.
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Q4. Consider the following statements regarding the Giant Malabar Squirrel (Ratufa indica):
- It is endemic to India.
- It is primarily nocturnal and terrestrial.
- It plays an important role in seed dispersal.
- It is listed as Least Concern in the IUCN Red List.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Correct
Q.4) Solution (c)
Explanation:
- Ratufa indica, commonly known as the Giant Malabar Squirrel or Indian Giant Squirrel, is endemic to India.
- It is a diurnal and arboreal mammal inhabiting forests of the Western Ghats, Central India, and parts of the Eastern Ghats.
- It contributes significantly to seed dispersal and forest regeneration. The species is currently classified as Least Concern by the IUCN.
- Statement 2 is incorrect because it is neither nocturnal nor terrestrial.
UPSC often asks species questions using habitat and behavioral traits as traps.
Why this question? Tests endemic species and ecology.
Why important for UPSC? Biodiversity hotspot-related topic.
PYQ Pattern Link: Similar to Lion-tailed Macaque and Nilgiri Tahr questions.
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Q.4) Solution (c)
Explanation:
- Ratufa indica, commonly known as the Giant Malabar Squirrel or Indian Giant Squirrel, is endemic to India.
- It is a diurnal and arboreal mammal inhabiting forests of the Western Ghats, Central India, and parts of the Eastern Ghats.
- It contributes significantly to seed dispersal and forest regeneration. The species is currently classified as Least Concern by the IUCN.
- Statement 2 is incorrect because it is neither nocturnal nor terrestrial.
UPSC often asks species questions using habitat and behavioral traits as traps.
Why this question? Tests endemic species and ecology.
Why important for UPSC? Biodiversity hotspot-related topic.
PYQ Pattern Link: Similar to Lion-tailed Macaque and Nilgiri Tahr questions.
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Q5. Consider the following statements regarding Indopottia himalayensis:
- It is a newly discovered moss species belonging to Bryophyta.
- It was discovered in the Western Himalayas of Uttarakhand.
- It is the only known species of the genus Indopottia.
- Mosses are non-vascular plants that reproduce through spores.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Correct
Q.5) Solution (d)
Explanation:
- Indopottia himalayensis is a newly discovered moss species found in Madhyamaheshwar, Uttarakhand.
- It belongs to the division Bryophyta and family Pottiaceae.
- It is only the third known species of the genus Indopottia, making Statement 3 incorrect.
- Mosses are non-vascular plants that reproduce through spores and require moisture for fertilization.
UPSC frequently asks questions on newly discovered species along with basic taxonomy.
Why this question? Integrates current affairs with plant taxonomy.
Why important for UPSC? Species discoveries are recurring prelims themes.
PYQ Pattern Link: Similar to questions on newly discovered flora.
Incorrect
Q.5) Solution (d)
Explanation:
- Indopottia himalayensis is a newly discovered moss species found in Madhyamaheshwar, Uttarakhand.
- It belongs to the division Bryophyta and family Pottiaceae.
- It is only the third known species of the genus Indopottia, making Statement 3 incorrect.
- Mosses are non-vascular plants that reproduce through spores and require moisture for fertilization.
UPSC frequently asks questions on newly discovered species along with basic taxonomy.
Why this question? Integrates current affairs with plant taxonomy.
Why important for UPSC? Species discoveries are recurring prelims themes.
PYQ Pattern Link: Similar to questions on newly discovered flora.
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