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
With reference to the Next-Generation Missile Vessels (NGMVs), recently in news, consider the following statements:
The first of six NGMVs is being built by Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) for the Indian Navy.
These vessels are designed for high-speed maritime combat and sea-denial operations.
They will be equipped with BrahMos surface-to-surface missiles and VLSRSAM for air defence.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?Correct
Solution (d)
Explanation: All three statements are correct. Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) laid the keel of the first of six Next-Generation Missile Vessels for the Indian Navy (statement 1). These are high-speed missile vessels designed for maritime combat and sea-denial operations, with a maximum speed of around 33 knots and waterjet propulsion (statement 2). Reports identify the planned configuration with BrahMos surface-to-surface missiles and VLSRSAM for anti-missile/air defence (statement 3). The contract was signed in March 2023, valued at about ₹9,804 crore.
Why this question? Tests the basic facts about a major indigenous defence project.
Why important for UPSC? Defence technology and indigenous manufacturing are frequently tested.
PYQ Pattern Link: Similar questions on indigenous naval platforms have appeared.Incorrect
Solution (d)
Explanation: All three statements are correct. Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) laid the keel of the first of six Next-Generation Missile Vessels for the Indian Navy (statement 1). These are high-speed missile vessels designed for maritime combat and sea-denial operations, with a maximum speed of around 33 knots and waterjet propulsion (statement 2). Reports identify the planned configuration with BrahMos surface-to-surface missiles and VLSRSAM for anti-missile/air defence (statement 3). The contract was signed in March 2023, valued at about ₹9,804 crore.
Why this question? Tests the basic facts about a major indigenous defence project.
Why important for UPSC? Defence technology and indigenous manufacturing are frequently tested.
PYQ Pattern Link: Similar questions on indigenous naval platforms have appeared. -
Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following statements regarding the Advance Authorisation Scheme (AAS):
It is an export-promotion scheme under the Foreign Trade Policy, administered by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT).
It allows duty-free import of inputs that are physically incorporated into an export product.
An Export Obligation (EO) is generally imposed on the authorisation holder.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?Correct
Solution (d)
Explanation: All three statements are correct. The Advance Authorisation Scheme is an export-promotion scheme under the Foreign Trade Policy, administered by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) (statement 1). It allows duty-free import of inputs that are physically incorporated into an export product, and certain inputs like packaging material, fuel, oil, and catalysts consumed in the production process may also be covered (statement 2). An Export Obligation (EO) is generally imposed on the authorisation holder, and the authorisation is generally valid for 12 months (statement 3).
Why this question? Tests the basic features of an export-promotion scheme.
Why important for UPSC? Foreign trade policy and export schemes are important for Economy.
PYQ Pattern Link: Similar questions on DGFT schemes have appeared.Incorrect
Solution (d)
Explanation: All three statements are correct. The Advance Authorisation Scheme is an export-promotion scheme under the Foreign Trade Policy, administered by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) (statement 1). It allows duty-free import of inputs that are physically incorporated into an export product, and certain inputs like packaging material, fuel, oil, and catalysts consumed in the production process may also be covered (statement 2). An Export Obligation (EO) is generally imposed on the authorisation holder, and the authorisation is generally valid for 12 months (statement 3).
Why this question? Tests the basic features of an export-promotion scheme.
Why important for UPSC? Foreign trade policy and export schemes are important for Economy.
PYQ Pattern Link: Similar questions on DGFT schemes have appeared. -
Question 3 of 5
3. Question
With reference to the North Sea, consider the following statements:
It is a shallow marginal sea of the North Atlantic Ocean lying between the British Isles and northwestern continental Europe.
The Skagerrak and Kattegat provide its connection towards the Baltic Sea.
Denmark has inaugurated the Greensand Future project for offshore CO₂ storage in the North Sea.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?Correct
Solution (d)
Explanation: All three statements are correct. The North Sea is a shallow marginal sea of the North Atlantic Ocean, lying between the British Isles and northwestern continental Europe (statement 1). The Skagerrak and Kattegat provide its connection towards the Baltic Sea, while the English Channel connects it with the Atlantic (statement 2). Denmark has inaugurated the Greensand Future project in the North Sea, marking Europe’s first commercial-scale offshore CO₂ capture, transport, and permanent-storage value chain (statement 3). The project will store CO₂ in the depleted Nini West oil field.
Why this question? Tests the basic facts about a strategic European sea and a new CCS project.
Why important for UPSC? Geography and climate change mitigation are frequently tested.
PYQ Pattern Link: Similar questions on seas and carbon capture projects have appeared.Incorrect
Solution (d)
Explanation: All three statements are correct. The North Sea is a shallow marginal sea of the North Atlantic Ocean, lying between the British Isles and northwestern continental Europe (statement 1). The Skagerrak and Kattegat provide its connection towards the Baltic Sea, while the English Channel connects it with the Atlantic (statement 2). Denmark has inaugurated the Greensand Future project in the North Sea, marking Europe’s first commercial-scale offshore CO₂ capture, transport, and permanent-storage value chain (statement 3). The project will store CO₂ in the depleted Nini West oil field.
Why this question? Tests the basic facts about a strategic European sea and a new CCS project.
Why important for UPSC? Geography and climate change mitigation are frequently tested.
PYQ Pattern Link: Similar questions on seas and carbon capture projects have appeared. -
Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements regarding the Himalayan Monal:
It is the state bird of Himachal Pradesh.
It is listed under Schedule I of the Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972.
It is found in the Himalayan region from Afghanistan and Pakistan through India, Nepal, Bhutan, and southern Tibet.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?Correct
Solution (c)
Explanation:
Statement 1 is incorrect: The Himalayan Monal (Lophophorus impejanus) is the officially recognized state bird of Uttarakhand. It was previously the state bird of Himachal Pradesh, but was replaced by the Western Tragopan in 2007.
Statement 2 is correct: It is listed under Schedule I of India’s Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972, providing it with the highest level of legal protection against hunting and poaching.
Statement 3 is correct: The natural range of the Himalayan Monal extends across the high-altitude regions of the Himalayas, spanning from eastern Afghanistan and Pakistan through India, Nepal, Bhutan, and southern Tibet (China).
Why this question? Tests the basic facts about a Himalayan bird in the news.
Why important for UPSC? Environment & Ecology questions often test species and their conservation status.
PYQ Pattern Link: Similar questions on Himalayan species and their status have appeared.Incorrect
Solution (c)
Explanation:
Statement 1 is incorrect: The Himalayan Monal (Lophophorus impejanus) is the officially recognized state bird of Uttarakhand. It was previously the state bird of Himachal Pradesh, but was replaced by the Western Tragopan in 2007.
Statement 2 is correct: It is listed under Schedule I of India’s Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972, providing it with the highest level of legal protection against hunting and poaching.
Statement 3 is correct: The natural range of the Himalayan Monal extends across the high-altitude regions of the Himalayas, spanning from eastern Afghanistan and Pakistan through India, Nepal, Bhutan, and southern Tibet (China).
Why this question? Tests the basic facts about a Himalayan bird in the news.
Why important for UPSC? Environment & Ecology questions often test species and their conservation status.
PYQ Pattern Link: Similar questions on Himalayan species and their status have appeared. -
Question 5 of 5
5. Question
With reference to Pneumocystis jirovecii, recently in news, consider the following statements:
It is an opportunistic fungal pathogen that causes Pneumocystis pneumonia primarily in immunocompromised people.
It was historically classified as a protozoan but is now recognised as a fungus.
Trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole (TMP-SMX) is the preferred treatment for mild-to-moderate Pneumocystis pneumonia.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?Correct
Solution (d)
Explanation: All three statements are correct. Pneumocystis jirovecii is an opportunistic fungal pathogen that causes Pneumocystis pneumonia (PCP/PJP), primarily in people with weakened immunity, including those with HIV/AIDS, organ-transplant recipients, and those receiving immunosuppressive therapies (statement 1). It was historically classified as a protozoan but is now recognised as a fungus based on molecular evidence (statement 2). Trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole (TMP-SMX) is the preferred treatment for mild-to-moderate disease (statement 3). A recent study reported mutations associated with resistance to mycophenolic acid (MPA).
Why this question? Tests the basic facts about an opportunistic fungal pathogen in the news.
Why important for UPSC? Science & Technology questions often test pathogens and drug resistance.
PYQ Pattern Link: Similar questions on antimicrobial resistance and pathogens have appeared.Incorrect
Solution (d)
Explanation: All three statements are correct. Pneumocystis jirovecii is an opportunistic fungal pathogen that causes Pneumocystis pneumonia (PCP/PJP), primarily in people with weakened immunity, including those with HIV/AIDS, organ-transplant recipients, and those receiving immunosuppressive therapies (statement 1). It was historically classified as a protozoan but is now recognised as a fungus based on molecular evidence (statement 2). Trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole (TMP-SMX) is the preferred treatment for mild-to-moderate disease (statement 3). A recent study reported mutations associated with resistance to mycophenolic acid (MPA).
Why this question? Tests the basic facts about an opportunistic fungal pathogen in the news.
Why important for UPSC? Science & Technology questions often test pathogens and drug resistance.
PYQ Pattern Link: Similar questions on antimicrobial resistance and pathogens have appeared.
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