IASbaba Daily Prelims Quiz
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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
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Japanese Encephalitis Virus (JEV), recently in news, is primarily transmitted to humans through the bite of which mosquito genus?
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Solution: (c)
Explanation:
- Japanese Encephalitis Virus (JEV) is a mosquito-borne flavivirus.
- The primary vector is mosquitoes of the Culex genus, especially Culex tritaeniorhynchus.
- These mosquitoes breed in rice paddies and stagnant water in rural and semi-urban areas.
- Transmission cycle:
- Amplifying hosts: Pigs and wading birds, where the virus multiplies.
- Humans: Accidental or dead-end hosts, meaning humans do not contribute significantly to further transmission.
- Other mosquito genera:
- Anopheles – primarily malaria vectors.
- Aedes – vectors for dengue, chikungunya, Zika.
- Mansonia – vectors for filariasis.
- Key takeaway: Culex mosquitoes act as the bridge for JEV from animals to humans, making them the primary target for vector control measures.
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Solution: (c)
Explanation:
- Japanese Encephalitis Virus (JEV) is a mosquito-borne flavivirus.
- The primary vector is mosquitoes of the Culex genus, especially Culex tritaeniorhynchus.
- These mosquitoes breed in rice paddies and stagnant water in rural and semi-urban areas.
- Transmission cycle:
- Amplifying hosts: Pigs and wading birds, where the virus multiplies.
- Humans: Accidental or dead-end hosts, meaning humans do not contribute significantly to further transmission.
- Other mosquito genera:
- Anopheles – primarily malaria vectors.
- Aedes – vectors for dengue, chikungunya, Zika.
- Mansonia – vectors for filariasis.
- Key takeaway: Culex mosquitoes act as the bridge for JEV from animals to humans, making them the primary target for vector control measures.
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
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Match the following events (1919–1925) with their corresponding years:
List I (Event) List II (Year) 1. Jallianwala Bagh Massacre A. 1920 2. Nagpur Session of Congress (Non-Cooperation) B. 1919 3. Malabar Rebellion C. 1925 4. Swaraj Party formation D. 1921 5. Kakori Conspiracy E. 1923 Correct
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Solution: (a)
- Jallianwala Bagh Massacre –
Date: 13 April 1919 (Amritsar, Punjab, Baisakhi day).
Confirmed: 1919 - Nagpur Session of Congress –
Date: December 1920 (Nagpur session of INC, adoption of Non-Cooperation Movement under Gandhi’s leadership, reorganization of Congress on linguistic basis).
Confirmed: 1920 - Malabar Rebellion (Moplah Rebellion) –
Duration: August 1921 – February 1922, in Malabar (present-day Kerala). It coincided with the Khilafat and Non-Cooperation movements.
Confirmed: 1921 (started in 1921, peak activity in that year). - Swaraj Party formation –
Year: January 1923, formed by C.R. Das and Motilal Nehru after Gandhi suspended Non-Cooperation.
Confirmed: 1923
Kakori Conspiracy (Train Robbery) –
Date: 9 August 1925, by Hindustan Republican Association (HRA) revolutionaries including Ram Prasad Bismil, Ashfaqulla Khan, Rajendra Lahiri.
Confirmed: 1925Incorrect
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Solution: (a)
- Jallianwala Bagh Massacre –
Date: 13 April 1919 (Amritsar, Punjab, Baisakhi day).
Confirmed: 1919 - Nagpur Session of Congress –
Date: December 1920 (Nagpur session of INC, adoption of Non-Cooperation Movement under Gandhi’s leadership, reorganization of Congress on linguistic basis).
Confirmed: 1920 - Malabar Rebellion (Moplah Rebellion) –
Duration: August 1921 – February 1922, in Malabar (present-day Kerala). It coincided with the Khilafat and Non-Cooperation movements.
Confirmed: 1921 (started in 1921, peak activity in that year). - Swaraj Party formation –
Year: January 1923, formed by C.R. Das and Motilal Nehru after Gandhi suspended Non-Cooperation.
Confirmed: 1923
Kakori Conspiracy (Train Robbery) –
Date: 9 August 1925, by Hindustan Republican Association (HRA) revolutionaries including Ram Prasad Bismil, Ashfaqulla Khan, Rajendra Lahiri.
Confirmed: 1925 -
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
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Consider the following statements regarding the recent US Federal Reserve interest rate cut and its possible impact on India:
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A rate cut in the US can lead to higher Foreign Institutional Investment (FII) inflows into India, as investors seek better returns in emerging markets.
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Increased capital inflows may strengthen the Indian Rupee against the US Dollar in the short run.
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A stronger rupee can help ease imported inflationary pressures in India.
How many of the above statements are correct?
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Solution: (c)
Explanation:
- Statement 1: Lower US yields push FIIs/FDIs towards India. This statement is Correct
- Statement 2: More inflows → higher rupee demand → appreciation. This statement is Correct
- Statement 3: Stronger rupee makes imports (like crude oil) cheaper, lowering inflation. This statement is Correct
Detailed Explanation with Example
- Impact on FII/FDI (Statement 1):
- When the US Federal Reserve cuts interest rates, returns on US bonds and deposits fall.
- Investors look for higher returns in emerging markets like India.
- Example: After the Fed’s rate cuts in 2008–09 (Global Financial Crisis) and 2020 (COVID-19 pandemic), India saw large FII inflows into equity and debt markets. This raised liquidity and boosted stock indices like the NIFTY and Sensex.
- Impact on Rupee value (Statement 2):
- With more dollars coming into India through FII and sometimes FDI, the demand for the rupee increases.
- Example: In early 2021, during the Fed’s accommodative stance, the rupee appreciated against the dollar as FIIs pumped billions into Indian equities.
- Hence, a rate cut strengthens the rupee in the short run.
- Impact on Inflation in India (Statement 3):
- A stronger rupee makes imports cheaper, especially critical imports like crude oil, edible oils, and electronic goods.
- Since India imports ~85% of its crude, even a ₹1 appreciation against the dollar can significantly lower the import bill.
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Solution: (c)
Explanation:
- Statement 1: Lower US yields push FIIs/FDIs towards India. This statement is Correct
- Statement 2: More inflows → higher rupee demand → appreciation. This statement is Correct
- Statement 3: Stronger rupee makes imports (like crude oil) cheaper, lowering inflation. This statement is Correct
Detailed Explanation with Example
- Impact on FII/FDI (Statement 1):
- When the US Federal Reserve cuts interest rates, returns on US bonds and deposits fall.
- Investors look for higher returns in emerging markets like India.
- Example: After the Fed’s rate cuts in 2008–09 (Global Financial Crisis) and 2020 (COVID-19 pandemic), India saw large FII inflows into equity and debt markets. This raised liquidity and boosted stock indices like the NIFTY and Sensex.
- Impact on Rupee value (Statement 2):
- With more dollars coming into India through FII and sometimes FDI, the demand for the rupee increases.
- Example: In early 2021, during the Fed’s accommodative stance, the rupee appreciated against the dollar as FIIs pumped billions into Indian equities.
- Hence, a rate cut strengthens the rupee in the short run.
- Impact on Inflation in India (Statement 3):
- A stronger rupee makes imports cheaper, especially critical imports like crude oil, edible oils, and electronic goods.
- Since India imports ~85% of its crude, even a ₹1 appreciation against the dollar can significantly lower the import bill.
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
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Consider the following statements regarding Radar technology:
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Doppler radars are primarily used to detect the velocity of moving objects because they measure the change in frequency of reflected radio waves.
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In phased array radars, the antenna is mechanically rotated to scan different directions, making them slower but more accurate than conventional radars.
Which of the above statements is/are incorrect?
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Solution: (b)
Explanation:
- Statement 1: Doppler radars exploit the Doppler effect (frequency shift of radio waves due to motion) to measure velocity — widely used in weather monitoring, missile tracking, and traffic radars. This statement is Correct
Statement 2: Phased array radars do not rely on mechanical rotation; they use electronically steered beams to track multiple targets almost instantaneously, making them faster and more versatile than conventional rotating radars. This statement is Incorrect
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Solution: (b)
Explanation:
- Statement 1: Doppler radars exploit the Doppler effect (frequency shift of radio waves due to motion) to measure velocity — widely used in weather monitoring, missile tracking, and traffic radars. This statement is Correct
Statement 2: Phased array radars do not rely on mechanical rotation; they use electronically steered beams to track multiple targets almost instantaneously, making them faster and more versatile than conventional rotating radars. This statement is Incorrect
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
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Consider the following statements regarding Geothermal Energy:
Statement I: Geothermal energy can provide continuous baseload power unlike solar and wind.
Statement II: Geothermal reservoirs are independent of weather conditions and solar radiation.
Statement III: Geothermal power generation in India is already contributing significantly to the national grid.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
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Solution: (c)
- Statement I: geothermal provides round-the-clock baseload power. This statement is Correct
- Statement II: geothermal heat is available regardless of weather or sunlight; hence it explains Statement I. This statement is Correct
Statement III: India has identified ~10 GW potential but geothermal power is not yet a significant contributor to the national grid (still in pilot stage). This statement is incorrect
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Solution: (c)
- Statement I: geothermal provides round-the-clock baseload power. This statement is Correct
- Statement II: geothermal heat is available regardless of weather or sunlight; hence it explains Statement I. This statement is Correct
Statement III: India has identified ~10 GW potential but geothermal power is not yet a significant contributor to the national grid (still in pilot stage). This statement is incorrect
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