UPSC Quiz – 2026 : IASbaba’s Daily Current Affairs Quiz 3rd September 2026

Solution (c)
Explanation:
All four statements are correct. The Lohit River is one of the major eastern tributaries of the Brahmaputra river system. It originates in eastern Tibet and is a transboundary river flowing through China and India. It enters India through the Anjaw district of Arunachal Pradesh, flows through the rugged Mishmi Hills and subsequently joins the Brahmaputra river system in Assam. Parashuram Kund, an important Hindu pilgrimage site, is located on its lower reaches. The river is also known as the “River of Blood” because it can acquire a reddish appearance due to iron-rich lateritic soil and sediments, especially during periods of high flow.
Why this question?
Tests river origin, transboundary geography and associated pilgrimage location simultaneously.
Why important for UPSC?
Himalayan rivers and map-based geographical associations remain important Prelims themes.
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Solution (b)
Explanation:
Option (b) is correct. Mission Rangeen Machhli 2031 is a Strategic Action Plan aimed at providing an organised and scientific framework for the development of India’s ornamental fisheries sector. It is implemented under the Department of Fisheries, Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying. The mission covers the entire ornamental-fish value chain, including breeding, hatchery development, rearing, health management, transport, domestic trade and exports. It promotes biosecurity, quarantine, quality assurance, certification, traceability and sustainable captive breeding. The initiative also seeks to build capacity among fishers, farmers, traders, youth and women-led enterprises.
Why this question?
Tests the precise sectoral focus of a new fisheries-related government initiative.
Why important for UPSC?
Blue Economy, fisheries and sustainable aquaculture are emerging examination themes.
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Solution (a)
Explanation:
Statements 1, 2 and 4 are correct. Myristica Swamps are rare freshwater swamp forests dominated by evergreen trees belonging to the Myristicaceae family. They are often called “living fossils” because of the primitive and ancient evolutionary characteristics associated with Myristica plants. These wetlands possess important ecological functions, acting as natural sponges that regulate floods, maintain freshwater flows and support groundwater recharge and carbon sequestration. Statement 3 is incorrect because they are not confined exclusively to the Western Ghats; smaller occurrences are also reported from the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and Meghalaya. Major threats include logging, agricultural conversion, plantations and habitat fragmentation.
Why this question?
Uses geographical distribution as a trap while testing wetland ecology.
Why important for UPSC?
Wetlands, biodiversity hotspots and ecosystem services are recurring Environment questions.
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Solution (a)
Explanation:
Statements 1, 2 and 3 are correct. The Typhon Missile System, also known as the Mid-Range Capability (MRC), is a U.S.-developed ground-based surface-to-surface missile system. It has a modular, containerised and road-mobile design, enabling rapid deployment and dispersal of long-range precision-strike capabilities. The system can launch the SM-6 and Tomahawk Cruise Missile and can target both land and maritime threats. Statement 4 is incorrect because Typhon is not an air-to-air missile platform. It supports precision land attacks and sea-denial operations through its ground-based missile-launch capability.
Why this question?
Tests military technology through system classification and associated missile platforms.
Why important for UPSC?
Defence technologies increasingly appear alongside Indo-Pacific strategic developments.
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Solution (b)
Explanation:
Option (b) is correct. Peptides are short chains of amino acids linked primarily through peptide bonds. They are generally smaller than proteins, while longer polypeptide chains can fold into functional proteins. Peptides perform diverse biological functions, including cell signalling, hormonal regulation and immune responses. Examples mentioned include peptide hormones such as insulin and glucagon. Option (a) incorrectly describes fatty-acid compounds, while option (c) is incorrect because peptides occur naturally and perform important biological functions. Option (d) is incorrect because peptide-based preparations require appropriate scientific evidence, clinical trials and regulatory approval before being considered approved medicines.
Why this question?
Tests fundamental biochemistry while distinguishing peptides from proteins and unapproved wellness products.
Why important for UPSC?
Biotechnology and emerging health technologies increasingly feature in current affairs.
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