IASbaba Daily Prelims Quiz
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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
Consider the following statements about the La Nina
- La Niña is characterized by unusually warm sea surface temperatures in the central and eastern Pacific Ocean.
- La Niña conditions often lead to increased rainfall in Australia and Southeast Asia.
- La Niña can cause droughts in the southwestern United States.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
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Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect correct correct - La Niña is characterized by unusually cold sea surface temperatures in the central and eastern Pacific Ocean, not warm.
- La Niña conditions often lead to increased rainfall in Australia and Southeast Asia.
- La Niña can cause droughts in the southwestern United States.
Context:Despite the arrival of the La Niña phase, the global average surface air temperature breached the 1.5 degree Celsius threshold.
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Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect correct correct - La Niña is characterized by unusually cold sea surface temperatures in the central and eastern Pacific Ocean, not warm.
- La Niña conditions often lead to increased rainfall in Australia and Southeast Asia.
- La Niña can cause droughts in the southwestern United States.
Context:Despite the arrival of the La Niña phase, the global average surface air temperature breached the 1.5 degree Celsius threshold.
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following statements about the Lymphatic Filariasis (LF)
- Lymphatic Filariasis is caused by a virus transmitted by the Aedes aegypti mosquito.
- The disease primarily affects the lymphatic system, leading to fluid accumulation and swelling in the limbs, a condition known as elephantiasis.
- The World Health Organization (WHO) aims to eliminate Lymphatic Filariasis as a public health problem by 2030.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
Correct
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect correct correct - Lymphatic Filariasis is caused by parasitic worms (filariae), not a virus. It is transmitted by Culex mosquitoes, not Aedes aegypti. Aedes aegypti is the vector for diseases like dengue and chikungunya.
- LF primarily affects the lymphatic system, leading to lymphedema (swelling), often progressing to elephantiasis.
- The WHO has set the goal of eliminating LF as a public health problem by 2030.
Context:Union Minister for Health and Family Welfare, launched the Annual Nationwide Mass Drug Administration (MDA) Campaign for Lymphatic Filariasis (LF) Elimination.
Incorrect
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect correct correct - Lymphatic Filariasis is caused by parasitic worms (filariae), not a virus. It is transmitted by Culex mosquitoes, not Aedes aegypti. Aedes aegypti is the vector for diseases like dengue and chikungunya.
- LF primarily affects the lymphatic system, leading to lymphedema (swelling), often progressing to elephantiasis.
- The WHO has set the goal of eliminating LF as a public health problem by 2030.
Context:Union Minister for Health and Family Welfare, launched the Annual Nationwide Mass Drug Administration (MDA) Campaign for Lymphatic Filariasis (LF) Elimination.
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Which of the following statements is correct regarding the PM AJAY scheme?
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Option a It is a centrally sponsored scheme aimed at the socio-economic empowerment of Scheduled Castes. Context:Centre reviews progress of PM-AJAY scheme, emphasises inclusive growth for SC communities.
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Option a It is a centrally sponsored scheme aimed at the socio-economic empowerment of Scheduled Castes. Context:Centre reviews progress of PM-AJAY scheme, emphasises inclusive growth for SC communities.
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements about the European Free Trade Association (EFTA)
- All EFTA member states are also members of the European Union (EU).
- A key objective of EFTA is to harmonize trade policies and regulations among its member states and with the EU.
Choose the incorrect statements:
Correct
Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Incorrect - None of the EFTA member states are members of the EU. They maintain separate political and economic identities. However, they have close ties with the EU through various agreements, including the European Economic Area (EEA) agreement.
- While EFTA aims to promote free trade, its primary objective is not to harmonize trade policies with the EU. Instead, it focuses on facilitating trade among its own members and with other countries through free trade agreements.
Context:Two of the four-member European Free Trade Association (EFTA) countries—Switzerland and Liechtenstein—are pushing for a bilateral investment treaty (BIT) with India.
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Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Incorrect - None of the EFTA member states are members of the EU. They maintain separate political and economic identities. However, they have close ties with the EU through various agreements, including the European Economic Area (EEA) agreement.
- While EFTA aims to promote free trade, its primary objective is not to harmonize trade policies with the EU. Instead, it focuses on facilitating trade among its own members and with other countries through free trade agreements.
Context:Two of the four-member European Free Trade Association (EFTA) countries—Switzerland and Liechtenstein—are pushing for a bilateral investment treaty (BIT) with India.
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Consider the following statements about the Liquidity Coverage Ratio (LCR)
- The LCR requires banks to hold a stock of high-quality liquid assets (HQLA) that can cover their net cash outflows over a 30-day stress scenario.
- A higher LCR indicates a bank’s stronger liquidity position.
Choose the correct statements:
Correct
Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 correct correct - The LCR specifically mandates banks to maintain HQLA that can withstand a 30-day stress scenario, meaning a period of significant financial strain.
- A higher LCR signifies that a bank has a greater capacity to meet its short-term obligations, indicating a stronger liquidity position. A lower LCR suggests potential liquidity vulnerabilities.
Context:The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has decided to defer the implementation of the revised Liquidity Coverage Ratio (LCR) norms.
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Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 correct correct - The LCR specifically mandates banks to maintain HQLA that can withstand a 30-day stress scenario, meaning a period of significant financial strain.
- A higher LCR signifies that a bank has a greater capacity to meet its short-term obligations, indicating a stronger liquidity position. A lower LCR suggests potential liquidity vulnerabilities.
Context:The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has decided to defer the implementation of the revised Liquidity Coverage Ratio (LCR) norms.
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