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 the Prime Minister’s Scheme for Mentoring Young Authors (PM-YUVA 3.0).
PM-YUVA 3.0 aims to nurture young authors in India by providing them with mentorship and financial support.
The scheme exclusively focuses on promoting creative writing in English language.
The National Book Trust, India, is the implementing agency for the PM-YUVA 3.0 scheme.How many of the statements given above are correct?
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Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 correct Incorrect correct - The scheme’s core objective is to mentor young authors.
- The scheme focuses on promoting literature in diverse Indian languages including English.
- The National Book Trust is the implementing agency.
Context:The Ministry of Education launched the third edition of the Prime Minister’s Scheme for Mentoring Young Authors (PM-YUVA 3.0).
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Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 correct Incorrect correct - The scheme’s core objective is to mentor young authors.
- The scheme focuses on promoting literature in diverse Indian languages including English.
- The National Book Trust is the implementing agency.
Context:The Ministry of Education launched the third edition of the Prime Minister’s Scheme for Mentoring Young Authors (PM-YUVA 3.0).
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following statements about the Pradhan Mantri Jan Vikas Karyakram (PMJVK).
- The programme is aimed at the socio-economic development of minority communities.
- It is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme (CSS).
- Under this scheme, 80% of the resources are earmarked for projects related to education, health, and skill development, of which at least 33-40% shall be earmarked for creating assets/facilities for women/girls.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
Correct
Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 correct correct Correct - PMJVK is an area development scheme aimed at the socio-economic development of minority communities.
- It is indeed a Centrally Sponsored Scheme (CSS).
- The allocation of 80% of resources to education, health, and skill development, with the 33-40% reservation for women/girls, is accurate.
Context:The National Review Meeting was conducted by the Ministry of Minority Affairs to assess the progress of the Pradhan Mantri Jan Vikas Karyakram (PMJVK).
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Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 correct correct Correct - PMJVK is an area development scheme aimed at the socio-economic development of minority communities.
- It is indeed a Centrally Sponsored Scheme (CSS).
- The allocation of 80% of resources to education, health, and skill development, with the 33-40% reservation for women/girls, is accurate.
Context:The National Review Meeting was conducted by the Ministry of Minority Affairs to assess the progress of the Pradhan Mantri Jan Vikas Karyakram (PMJVK).
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Which of the following statements is correct regarding the Astra missile?
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Option c It is a beyond visual range air-to-air missile developed by DRDO. Context:The indigenously-built Tejas light combat aircraft successfully test-fired the Astra air-to-air missile off the coast of Chandipur, Odisha.
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Option c It is a beyond visual range air-to-air missile developed by DRDO. Context:The indigenously-built Tejas light combat aircraft successfully test-fired the Astra air-to-air missile off the coast of Chandipur, Odisha.
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements about the Mission Amrit Sarovar
- It aims to develop and rejuvenate 50,000 Amrit Sarovars in each district of the country.
- The mission targets the creation of new ponds only, not the rejuvenation of existing ones.
Choose the incorrect statements:
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Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Incorrect - The mission aims to develop and rejuvenate 50,000 Amrit Sarovars in the country, not in each district.
- The mission includes both the creation of new ponds and the rejuvenation of existing ones.
Context:The Indian Railways will dig ponds as part of the Union government’s Mission Amrit Sarovar that aims to address the critical issue of water scarcity in the country.
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Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Incorrect - The mission aims to develop and rejuvenate 50,000 Amrit Sarovars in the country, not in each district.
- The mission includes both the creation of new ponds and the rejuvenation of existing ones.
Context:The Indian Railways will dig ponds as part of the Union government’s Mission Amrit Sarovar that aims to address the critical issue of water scarcity in the country.
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Consider the following statements about the Polygraph test
- The results of a polygraph test are admissible as primary evidence in Indian courts.
- The Supreme Court of India has upheld the absolute right of law enforcement agencies to conduct polygraph tests without individual consent.
Choose the correct statements:
Correct
Solution (d)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Incorrect - Polygraph test results are generally not admissible as primary evidence in Indian courts. They can be used as corroborative evidence under certain circumstances.
- The Supreme Court, in the Selvi v. State of Karnataka case, ruled that involuntary polygraph tests violate the right against self-incrimination, which is a fundamental right. Consent is a requirement.
Context:The Mumbai Police’s Economic Offences Wing (EOW) conducted a polygraph test of the prime accused in the New India Cooperative Bank’s fraud case.
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Solution (d)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Incorrect - Polygraph test results are generally not admissible as primary evidence in Indian courts. They can be used as corroborative evidence under certain circumstances.
- The Supreme Court, in the Selvi v. State of Karnataka case, ruled that involuntary polygraph tests violate the right against self-incrimination, which is a fundamental right. Consent is a requirement.
Context:The Mumbai Police’s Economic Offences Wing (EOW) conducted a polygraph test of the prime accused in the New India Cooperative Bank’s fraud case.
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