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
Which of the following will be newly included in the 2027 Census?
- Data on caste beyond SCs and STs
- Digital signatures by enumerators
- Monthly household income
- Real-time correction of inconsistencies
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Correct Answer: A. 1, 2 and 4 only
Explanation:
- Option 1: Caste enumeration beyond SC/ST is proposed.
- Option 2: Enumerators will use digital signatures.
- Option 3: Monthly income is not part of the questionnaire.
- Option 4: Real-time correction (e.g., age inconsistencies) is enabled via the app.
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Correct Answer: A. 1, 2 and 4 only
Explanation:
- Option 1: Caste enumeration beyond SC/ST is proposed.
- Option 2: Enumerators will use digital signatures.
- Option 3: Monthly income is not part of the questionnaire.
- Option 4: Real-time correction (e.g., age inconsistencies) is enabled via the app.
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following statements about Shipki La Pass:
- It is the only official land trade route between India and China.
- The Sutlej River enters India through this pass.
- It is located in the state of Himachal Pradesh.
- It has recently been opened to domestic tourists for the first time since independence.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
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Correct Answer: A. 2, 3 and 4 only
Explanation:
- Statement 1 is incorrect: Shipki La is one of three official border trade points (others are Nathu La and Lipulekh).
- Statement 2 is correct: Sutlej River enters India through Shipki La.
- Statement 3 is correct: It lies in Kinnaur district, Himachal Pradesh.
Statement 4 is correct: It has recently been opened to domestic tourists.
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Correct Answer: A. 2, 3 and 4 only
Explanation:
- Statement 1 is incorrect: Shipki La is one of three official border trade points (others are Nathu La and Lipulekh).
- Statement 2 is correct: Sutlej River enters India through Shipki La.
- Statement 3 is correct: It lies in Kinnaur district, Himachal Pradesh.
Statement 4 is correct: It has recently been opened to domestic tourists.
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Which of the following best describes the primary purpose of the 2025 Bonn Climate Change Conference?
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Correct Answer: B. Serve as a preparatory platform for technical negotiations ahead of COP30
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Correct Answer: B. Serve as a preparatory platform for technical negotiations ahead of COP30
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
With reference to India’s foreign trade, consider the following statements:
- A sustained rise in services exports helps improve the current account balance even if the merchandise trade remains in deficit.
- An anti-dumping duty protects Indian domestic industries from unfair pricing practices by foreign exporters.
- Depreciation of the Indian Rupee generally makes imports cheaper and worsens the trade deficit.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct Answer: A. 1 and 2 only
Explanation:
- Statement 1 – Correct: Services exports generate foreign exchange, helping offset the merchandise trade deficit, thus improving the current account balance.
- Statement 2 – Correct: Anti-dumping duties are imposed to counteract the effects of dumped imports that threaten domestic industries.
- Statement 3 – Incorrect: Depreciation of the Rupee makes imports costlier, not cheaper, and can widen the trade deficit if imports are inelastic (like crude oil).
Incorrect
Correct Answer: A. 1 and 2 only
Explanation:
- Statement 1 – Correct: Services exports generate foreign exchange, helping offset the merchandise trade deficit, thus improving the current account balance.
- Statement 2 – Correct: Anti-dumping duties are imposed to counteract the effects of dumped imports that threaten domestic industries.
- Statement 3 – Incorrect: Depreciation of the Rupee makes imports costlier, not cheaper, and can widen the trade deficit if imports are inelastic (like crude oil).
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
In the context of Indian federalism, which of the following best reflects the constitutional concern when a State Governor indefinitely delays assent to a bill passed by the State Legislature?
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Correct Answer:
C. It disrupts the federal structure by weakening the autonomy of democratically elected state governments.Explanation:
- Option A: Incorrect – Parliament’s supremacy is limited to Union and Concurrent List subjects; states have autonomy in their domain.
- Option B: Incorrect – The Governor is part of the executive, and withholding assent is not a judicial function.
- Option C: Correct – Indefinite delays in granting assent, especially on policy matters like education, undermine state autonomy, which is a core principle of Indian federalism.
Option D: Incorrect – While executive scrutiny is allowed, indefinite delay without reason goes against democratic accountability and constitutional trust.
Incorrect
Correct Answer:
C. It disrupts the federal structure by weakening the autonomy of democratically elected state governments.Explanation:
- Option A: Incorrect – Parliament’s supremacy is limited to Union and Concurrent List subjects; states have autonomy in their domain.
- Option B: Incorrect – The Governor is part of the executive, and withholding assent is not a judicial function.
- Option C: Correct – Indefinite delays in granting assent, especially on policy matters like education, undermine state autonomy, which is a core principle of Indian federalism.
Option D: Incorrect – While executive scrutiny is allowed, indefinite delay without reason goes against democratic accountability and constitutional trust.
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