UPSC Quiz – 2021 : IASbaba’s Daily Current Affairs Quiz 23rd December 2021

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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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1. Question 1 of 5

   1. Question

   Consider the following statements regarding ‘Sahariya Tribe’.

   1. They are found in Chhattisgarh
   2. Swang is the name of their dance form.

   Choose the correct statements:

   • a) 1 only
   • b) 2 only
   • c) Both 1 and 2
   • d) Neither 1 nor 2
   Correct
   

   Solution (b)

   Statement analysis:

   Statement 1	Statement 2
   Incorrect	Correct
   Sahariya are an ethnic group in the state of Madhya Pradesh, India. The Saharias are mainly found in the districts of Morena, Sheopur, Bhind, Gwalior, Datia, Shivpuri, Vidisha and Guna districts of Madhya Pradesh and Baran district of Rajasthan.They are classified as Particularly vulnerable tribal group.	Swang is the dance form of this tribal group.

   Source: https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/how-the-code-on-wages-legalises-bonded- labour/article38007358.ece

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   Solution (b)

   Statement analysis:

   Statement 1	Statement 2
   Incorrect	Correct
   Sahariya are an ethnic group in the state of Madhya Pradesh, India. The Saharias are mainly found in the districts of Morena, Sheopur, Bhind, Gwalior, Datia, Shivpuri, Vidisha and Guna districts of Madhya Pradesh and Baran district of Rajasthan.They are classified as Particularly vulnerable tribal group.	Swang is the dance form of this tribal group.

   Source: https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/how-the-code-on-wages-legalises-bonded- labour/article38007358.ece
2. Question 2 of 5

   2. Question

   ‘World Press Freedom Index’ is released by

   • a) World Economic Forum
   • b) Amnesty International
   • c) Reporters Without Borders
   • d) United Nations Commission on Human Rights
   Correct
   

   Solution (c)

   World Press Freedom Index is released by Reporters Without Borders. India is ranked 142 out of 180 countries.

   Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/govt-doesnt-agree-with-indias-rank-in- world-press-freedom-index-ib-minister/articleshow/88418467.cms

   Incorrect
   

   Solution (c)

   World Press Freedom Index is released by Reporters Without Borders. India is ranked 142 out of 180 countries.

   Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/govt-doesnt-agree-with-indias-rank-in- world-press-freedom-index-ib-minister/articleshow/88418467.cms
3. Question 3 of 5

   3. Question

   Consider the following statements:

   1. India is totally reliant on imports to meet its crude oil needs
   2. Saudi Arabia is the largest exporter of crude oil to India

   Which of the above statements are correct?

   • a) 1 only
   • b) 2 only
   • c) Both 1 and 2
   • d) Neither 1 nor 2
   Correct
   

   Solution (d)

   Statement analysis

   Statement 1	Statement 2
   Incorrect	Incorrect
   India is 85% reliant on imports to meet its crude oil needs as domestic output is insufficient to meet demand.	Iraq is the largest exporter of crude oil to India.

   Source: https://www.thehindu.com/business/Industry/indias-crude-oil-output-extends-slide- declined-2-in-november/article38007152.ece

   Incorrect
   

   Solution (d)

   Statement analysis

   Statement 1	Statement 2
   Incorrect	Incorrect
   India is 85% reliant on imports to meet its crude oil needs as domestic output is insufficient to meet demand.	Iraq is the largest exporter of crude oil to India.

   Source: https://www.thehindu.com/business/Industry/indias-crude-oil-output-extends-slide- declined-2-in-november/article38007152.ece
4. Question 4 of 5

   4. Question

   “Thangka” is the name of

   • a) Martial art
   • b) Scroll painting
   • c) Metal craft
   • d) Shifting cultivation
   Correct
   

   Solution (b)

   Thangka is a Tibetan Buddhist painting on cotton, silk appliqué, usually depicting a Buddhist deity, scene, or mandala.

   Source: https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/other-states/enchanting-ladakh- showcases-regions-art-craft-in-delhi/article38005776.ece

   Incorrect
   

   Solution (b)

   Thangka is a Tibetan Buddhist painting on cotton, silk appliqué, usually depicting a Buddhist deity, scene, or mandala.

   Source: https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/other-states/enchanting-ladakh- showcases-regions-art-craft-in-delhi/article38005776.ece
5. Question 5 of 5

   5. Question

   Consider the following statements regarding ‘Election Laws (Amendment) Bill’

   1. The bill makes it voluntary to link Aadhaar card to the voter ID for new applicants as well as existing voters.
   2. The Aadhaar verification is necessary as it is a proof of citizenship.

   Choose the correct statements:

   • a) 1 only
   • b) 2 only
   • c) Both 1 and 2
   • d) Neither 1 nor 2
   Correct
   

   Solution (a)

   Statement analysis:

   Statement 1	Statement 2
   Correct	Incorrect
   The bill proposes to allow Election Commission officials to seek Aadhaar details of registered voters on a voluntary basis and makes the language of the Representation of the People Act (RP Act), 1950.	Aadhaar card is proof of identity, not citizenship. Any person who lives in India more than 180 days can apply for Aadhaar card.

   Source: https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/editorial/thinking-before-linking-on-linking- electoral-rolls-with-aadhaar/article38007291.ece

   Incorrect
   

   Solution (a)

   Statement analysis:

   Statement 1	Statement 2
   Correct	Incorrect
   The bill proposes to allow Election Commission officials to seek Aadhaar details of registered voters on a voluntary basis and makes the language of the Representation of the People Act (RP Act), 1950.	Aadhaar card is proof of identity, not citizenship. Any person who lives in India more than 180 days can apply for Aadhaar card.

   Source: https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/editorial/thinking-before-linking-on-linking- electoral-rolls-with-aadhaar/article38007291.ece