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
The Adi Karmayogi initiative, recently launched by the Government of India, primarily aims at:
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Solution: (b)
Explanation:
- Option B: The programme seeks to create 20 lakh “change leaders” among tribal communities to improve scheme delivery through participatory methods. Hence this is Correct
- Option A: It is not focused on private sector jobs. Hence this is Incorrect
- Option C: Entrepreneurship is not its core aim. Hence this is Incorrect
Option D: Though cultural elements exist, its vision is governance-focused. Hence this is Incorrect
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Solution: (b)
Explanation:
- Option B: The programme seeks to create 20 lakh “change leaders” among tribal communities to improve scheme delivery through participatory methods. Hence this is Correct
- Option A: It is not focused on private sector jobs. Hence this is Incorrect
- Option C: Entrepreneurship is not its core aim. Hence this is Incorrect
Option D: Though cultural elements exist, its vision is governance-focused. Hence this is Incorrect
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
INS Udaygiri and INS Himgiri, recently commissioned into the Indian Navy, are:
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Solution: (b)
Explanation:
- Option B: Both are advanced stealth frigates under Project 17A with 75% indigenous content. Hence this is Correct
- Option A: Project 75(I) relates to submarines. Hence this is Incorrect
- Option C: Project 71 refers to aircraft carriers like INS Vikrant. Hence this is Incorrect
Option D: Amphibious assault ships are separate; not part of Project 17A. Hence this is Incorrect
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Solution: (b)
Explanation:
- Option B: Both are advanced stealth frigates under Project 17A with 75% indigenous content. Hence this is Correct
- Option A: Project 75(I) relates to submarines. Hence this is Incorrect
- Option C: Project 71 refers to aircraft carriers like INS Vikrant. Hence this is Incorrect
Option D: Amphibious assault ships are separate; not part of Project 17A. Hence this is Incorrect
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
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Consider the following statements regarding Gaganyaan and the Integrated Air Drop Test (IADT-1):
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The IADT-1 was conducted to test the parachute-based deceleration system of the Gaganyaan crew module.
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The test involved dropping a dummy crew capsule weighing around 5 tonnes from an altitude of 3 km using an IAF helicopter.
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Gaganyaan mission aims to place Indian astronauts in low-Earth orbit for a duration of 7 days.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Solution: (b)
Explanation:
- Statement 1: IADT-1 is meant to validate the parachute system for safe reentry of crew module. Hence the statement is Correct
- Statement 2: A 5-tonne dummy crew module was dropped from 3 km altitude by an IAF helicopter. Hence the statement is Correct
Statement 3: Gaganyaan’s planned mission duration is 3 days, not 7 days. Hence the statement is Incorrect
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Solution: (b)
Explanation:
- Statement 1: IADT-1 is meant to validate the parachute system for safe reentry of crew module. Hence the statement is Correct
- Statement 2: A 5-tonne dummy crew module was dropped from 3 km altitude by an IAF helicopter. Hence the statement is Correct
Statement 3: Gaganyaan’s planned mission duration is 3 days, not 7 days. Hence the statement is Incorrect
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
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Consider the following statements about Kuttiyadi coconut:
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It begins to bear fruit within five years of planting.
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Its trunk is highly resistant to pests and drought.
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The average weight of its dehusked nut is about 600–800 grams.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Solution: (c)
Explanation:
- Statement 1: Early fruiting in 5 years. Hence the statement is Correct
- Statement 2: Strong trunk, pest- and drought-resistant. Hence the statement is Correct
Statement 3: Large fruits (600–800 g without husk). Hence the statement is Correct
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Solution: (c)
Explanation:
- Statement 1: Early fruiting in 5 years. Hence the statement is Correct
- Statement 2: Strong trunk, pest- and drought-resistant. Hence the statement is Correct
Statement 3: Large fruits (600–800 g without husk). Hence the statement is Correct
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
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Consider the following statements regarding Quadruple Star Systems:
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They can exist either as two pairs of binary stars orbiting each other or as a single triple-star system with a distant fourth companion.
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Their study helps astronomers understand stellar formation processes, orbital dynamics, and the limits of gravitational stability in multi-star environments.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
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Solution: (c)
Explanation:
- Statement 1: Quadruple systems are often hierarchical — two binaries bound together, or a triple with an extra star. Hence the statement is Correct
Statement 2: They provide insight into star formation theories, stability of orbits, and even the possibility of planets forming in such complex systems. Hence the statement is Correct
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Solution: (c)
Explanation:
- Statement 1: Quadruple systems are often hierarchical — two binaries bound together, or a triple with an extra star. Hence the statement is Correct
Statement 2: They provide insight into star formation theories, stability of orbits, and even the possibility of planets forming in such complex systems. Hence the statement is Correct
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