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 about Olive Ridley turtles
- Olive Ridley turtles are the smallest species of sea turtles.
- They are listed as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List.
- Olive Ridley turtles are known for their unique mass nesting behavior, where thousands of females gather on the same beach to lay eggs.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
Correct
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect correct correct - While Olive Ridley turtles are indeed one of the smaller sea turtle species, they are not the smallest.
- Kemp’s ridley sea turtle holds the title of being the smallest sea turtle species in the world.
- They are critically endangered and primarily found in the Gulf of Mexico.
- They are listed as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List.
- Olive Ridley turtles are known for their unique mass nesting behavior, where thousands of females gather on the same beach to lay eggs.
Context: More carcasses of Olive Ridley turtles continue to wash ashore in Vizag
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Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect correct correct - While Olive Ridley turtles are indeed one of the smaller sea turtle species, they are not the smallest.
- Kemp’s ridley sea turtle holds the title of being the smallest sea turtle species in the world.
- They are critically endangered and primarily found in the Gulf of Mexico.
- They are listed as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List.
- Olive Ridley turtles are known for their unique mass nesting behavior, where thousands of females gather on the same beach to lay eggs.
Context: More carcasses of Olive Ridley turtles continue to wash ashore in Vizag
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following statements about the CAG in India
- The CAG is appointed by the President of India for a term of six years.
- The CAG is responsible for auditing the accounts of the Central,State Governments and Local Rural and Urban governments.
- The CAG has the power to audit the accounts of public sector undertakings and autonomous bodies.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
Correct
Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 correct correct correct - The Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India is appointed by the President of India for a term of six years. The CAG is responsible for auditing the accounts of the Union and State governments.
- The CAG plays a crucial role in ensuring financial accountability and transparency in government spending.
- The Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India is a constitutional body responsible for auditing the accounts of the Central Government, State Governments, and even local bodies like Panchayati Raj Institutions.
- The CAG has the power to audit the accounts of public sector undertakings and autonomous bodies.
Context:CAG flags ‘suspicious’ PDS deliveries: ‘244 quintals in car, 300 on 3-wheeler
Incorrect
Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 correct correct correct - The Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India is appointed by the President of India for a term of six years. The CAG is responsible for auditing the accounts of the Union and State governments.
- The CAG plays a crucial role in ensuring financial accountability and transparency in government spending.
- The Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India is a constitutional body responsible for auditing the accounts of the Central Government, State Governments, and even local bodies like Panchayati Raj Institutions.
- The CAG has the power to audit the accounts of public sector undertakings and autonomous bodies.
Context:CAG flags ‘suspicious’ PDS deliveries: ‘244 quintals in car, 300 on 3-wheeler
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Potti Sriramulu’s movement was influenced by which of the following ideologies?
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Solution (d)
Option a Correct - Potti Sriramulu was an Indian revolutionary who played a key role in the formation of the state of Andhra Pradesh.
- He was a strong advocate for a separate Telugu-speaking state and went on a hunger strike in 1952 to demand its creation.
- Sriramulu’s fast unto death led to the formation of Andhra State in 1953.
Context: Will establish Telugu varsity named after Potti Sriramulu: Naidu
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Solution (d)
Option a Correct - Potti Sriramulu was an Indian revolutionary who played a key role in the formation of the state of Andhra Pradesh.
- He was a strong advocate for a separate Telugu-speaking state and went on a hunger strike in 1952 to demand its creation.
- Sriramulu’s fast unto death led to the formation of Andhra State in 1953.
Context: Will establish Telugu varsity named after Potti Sriramulu: Naidu
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements about the Santa Ana Winds
- Santa Ana Winds are strong, dry winds that originate from the Great Basin Desert in North America.
- These winds blow towards the coast of California, particularly during the fall and winter months.
Choose the incorrect statements:
Correct
Solution (d)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Incorrect - Santa Ana Winds are strong, dry winds that originate from the Great Basin Desert in North America.
- These winds blow towards the coast of California, particularly during the fall and winter months.
Context: Santa Ana winds currently prevalent in N.America
Incorrect
Solution (d)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Incorrect - Santa Ana Winds are strong, dry winds that originate from the Great Basin Desert in North America.
- These winds blow towards the coast of California, particularly during the fall and winter months.
Context: Santa Ana winds currently prevalent in N.America
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Consider the following statements about the CPTP
- The CPTPP is a free trade agreement (FTA) signed among 11 countries, including Australia, Brunei, Canada, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, and Vietnam.
- Britain recently becomes First European Nation to Join CPTP
Choose the correct statements:
Correct
Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 correct correct - The CPTPP is a free trade agreement (FTA) signed among 11 countries, including Australia, Brunei, Canada, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, and Vietnam.
- Britain recently becomes First European Nation to Join CPTP
Context: Britain Becomes First European Nation to Join CPTP
Incorrect
Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 correct correct - The CPTPP is a free trade agreement (FTA) signed among 11 countries, including Australia, Brunei, Canada, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, and Vietnam.
- Britain recently becomes First European Nation to Join CPTP
Context: Britain Becomes First European Nation to Join CPTP
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