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
Consider the following statements
- Pharmaceutical Export Promotion Council of India (Pharmexcil) is a promotion body set up by the Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers.
- Drug Controller General of India (DCGI) is responsible for approving and licensing of drugs and medical devices in India.
Choose the correct statements:
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Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Correct · Pharmaceutical Export Promotion Council of India (Pharmexcil) is a promotion body set up by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India. · It was set up to promote the Indian pharmaceutical industry.
· DCGI is responsible for approving and licensing of drugs and medical devices in India. Context: The Drugs Technical Advisory Board (DTBA) has recently recommended a ban on certain codeine-based formulations to curb their abuse following concerns about their misuse of narcotics and intoxicants.
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Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Correct · Pharmaceutical Export Promotion Council of India (Pharmexcil) is a promotion body set up by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India. · It was set up to promote the Indian pharmaceutical industry.
· DCGI is responsible for approving and licensing of drugs and medical devices in India. Context: The Drugs Technical Advisory Board (DTBA) has recently recommended a ban on certain codeine-based formulations to curb their abuse following concerns about their misuse of narcotics and intoxicants.
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following statements about Post Devolution Revenue Deficit (PDRD) Grant
- It will be provided to the States under Article 255 of the Indian Constitution.
- PDRD grants are released to the States as per the recommendations of the successive Finance Commissions.
- The funds will be released by the Department of Economic Affairs, Ministry of Finance.
Choose the incorrect statements:
Correct
Solution (a)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Correct Incorrect · The PDRD grants are provided to the States under Article 275 of the Constitution. · PDRD grants are released to the States as per the recommendations of the successive Finance Commissions. · The funds will be released by the Department of Expenditure, Ministry of Finance. Context: The Union Finance Ministry has recently released the monthly instalments of Post Devolution Revenue Deficit (PDRD) Grant for states.
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Solution (a)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Correct Incorrect · The PDRD grants are provided to the States under Article 275 of the Constitution. · PDRD grants are released to the States as per the recommendations of the successive Finance Commissions. · The funds will be released by the Department of Expenditure, Ministry of Finance. Context: The Union Finance Ministry has recently released the monthly instalments of Post Devolution Revenue Deficit (PDRD) Grant for states.
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Consider the following statements about Sabka Vishwas Scheme
- It is a onetime measure for liquidation of past disputes of Central Excise and Service Tax.
- It is implemented by the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs.
- It ensures to disclosure of unpaid taxes by a person eligible to make a declaration.
Choose the correct statements:
Correct
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Correct · It is a onetime measure for liquidation of past disputes of Central Excise and Service Tax. · It provides for certain immunities including penalty, interest or any other proceedings under the Central Excise Act, 1944.
· It is enforced by the Central Government and implemented by the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs, Ministry of Finance. · It also ensures to disclosure of unpaid taxes by a person eligible to make a declaration. Context: The Central Board of Indirect Taxes & Custom recently said interest arising out of delayed payment of tax dues can be waived off under Sabka Vishwas (Legacy Dispute Resolution) Scheme, 2019.
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Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Correct · It is a onetime measure for liquidation of past disputes of Central Excise and Service Tax. · It provides for certain immunities including penalty, interest or any other proceedings under the Central Excise Act, 1944.
· It is enforced by the Central Government and implemented by the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs, Ministry of Finance. · It also ensures to disclosure of unpaid taxes by a person eligible to make a declaration. Context: The Central Board of Indirect Taxes & Custom recently said interest arising out of delayed payment of tax dues can be waived off under Sabka Vishwas (Legacy Dispute Resolution) Scheme, 2019.
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements
- Shaliganga Nallah is a feeding channel for the Hokersar Wetland Reserve, a Ramsar site.
- Kuhls are traditional, community-managed irrigation systems in Kashmir and Himachal Pradesh.
Choose the incorrect statements:
Correct
Solution (d)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Correct · Shaliganga Nallah is in Budgam district of the Kashmir Valley. · It is a feeding channel for the Hokersar Wetland Reserve.
· Hokersar Wetland Reserve is an internationally declared Ramsar site and home to migratory birds.
· Kuhls are traditional, community-managed irrigation systems in Kashmir and Himachal Pradesh. Context: The National Green Tribunal has halted the mining activity in Shaliganga Nallah, because it may be detrimental to natural flow and quality of water flowing into Hokersar.
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Solution (d)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Correct · Shaliganga Nallah is in Budgam district of the Kashmir Valley. · It is a feeding channel for the Hokersar Wetland Reserve.
· Hokersar Wetland Reserve is an internationally declared Ramsar site and home to migratory birds.
· Kuhls are traditional, community-managed irrigation systems in Kashmir and Himachal Pradesh. Context: The National Green Tribunal has halted the mining activity in Shaliganga Nallah, because it may be detrimental to natural flow and quality of water flowing into Hokersar.
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Bathukamma festival, recently seen in news is celebrated in which of the following state?
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Solution (b)
Option b Correct · The nine-day Bathukamma festivities celebrated in the state of Telangana was culminated recently. · Bathukamma means Mother Goddess come Alive.
· It is a vibrant, colourful floral festival celebrated by women in Telangana.
· It is celebrated towards the end of monsoon.
· The festival begins on the day of Mahalaya Amavasya.
· It is the festival for feminine felicitation.
Context: The nine-day Bathukamma festivities celebrated in the state of Telangana was culminated recently.
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Solution (b)
Option b Correct · The nine-day Bathukamma festivities celebrated in the state of Telangana was culminated recently. · Bathukamma means Mother Goddess come Alive.
· It is a vibrant, colourful floral festival celebrated by women in Telangana.
· It is celebrated towards the end of monsoon.
· The festival begins on the day of Mahalaya Amavasya.
· It is the festival for feminine felicitation.
Context: The nine-day Bathukamma festivities celebrated in the state of Telangana was culminated recently.
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