IASbaba Daily Prelims Quiz
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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
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Consider the following statements regarding the Indus Waters Treaty (1960):
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The Treaty allocates the western rivers to Pakistan and the eastern rivers to India.
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India may use the western rivers for non-consumptive purposes like hydropower without altering their flow.
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The Permanent Indus Commission meets annually to facilitate data exchange and dispute resolution.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
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Solution (d)
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- Under the Treaty, Eastern Rivers (Ravi, Beas, and Sutlej) are allocated to India, and Western Rivers (Indus, Jhelum, Chenab) are allocated to Pakistan, though with some limited Indian usage rights. Hence Statement 1 is correct
- India is allowed non-consumptive uses (e.g., run-of-the-river hydropower, navigation, and fishing) on the western rivers, as long as it does not significantly alter the flow. Hence Statement 2 is correct
The Permanent Indus Commission is a bilateral mechanism that meets at least once a year for cooperation, data sharing, and resolving technical issues. Hence Statement 3 is correct
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Solution (d)
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- Under the Treaty, Eastern Rivers (Ravi, Beas, and Sutlej) are allocated to India, and Western Rivers (Indus, Jhelum, Chenab) are allocated to Pakistan, though with some limited Indian usage rights. Hence Statement 1 is correct
- India is allowed non-consumptive uses (e.g., run-of-the-river hydropower, navigation, and fishing) on the western rivers, as long as it does not significantly alter the flow. Hence Statement 2 is correct
The Permanent Indus Commission is a bilateral mechanism that meets at least once a year for cooperation, data sharing, and resolving technical issues. Hence Statement 3 is correct
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
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Consider the following statements about superfluid helium:
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Helium-4 becomes superfluid below the lambda point (~2.17 K) due to quantum effects where a large fraction of atoms occupy the same quantum state.
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Superfluid helium exhibits zero viscosity, allowing it to flow without energy loss and even climb container walls (Rollin film effect).
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Helium-3 cannot become superfluid as it is a fermion and does not form a superfluid state at any temperature.
How many of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
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Solution (b)
Explanation:
- Helium-4 becomes superfluid below the lambda point (~2.17 K) where many atoms behave collectively in a Bose–Einstein–like quantum state. Hence Statement 1 is correct
- Superfluid helium has zero viscosity, enabling frictionless flow, which causes effects like the Rollin film, where it climbs container walls. Hence Statement 2 is correct
Helium-3 can also become superfluid, but only at much lower temperatures (around 2–3 millikelvin) via Cooper pairing, not simple Bose condensation. Hence Statement 3 is incorrect
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Solution (b)
Explanation:
- Helium-4 becomes superfluid below the lambda point (~2.17 K) where many atoms behave collectively in a Bose–Einstein–like quantum state. Hence Statement 1 is correct
- Superfluid helium has zero viscosity, enabling frictionless flow, which causes effects like the Rollin film, where it climbs container walls. Hence Statement 2 is correct
Helium-3 can also become superfluid, but only at much lower temperatures (around 2–3 millikelvin) via Cooper pairing, not simple Bose condensation. Hence Statement 3 is incorrect
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
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Consider the following statements about the 8th Central Pay Commission:
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It will recommend revisions in pay, allowances, and pensions for central government employees and defence personnel.
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Its recommendations are binding on State Governments.
Which the above statement(s) is/are correct?
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Solution (a)
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- The 8th Central Pay Commission will review and recommend pay, allowances, and pensions for central government employees, including defence personnel. Hence Statement 1 is correct
The recommendations are not binding on State Governments. States may adopt, modify, or delay implementation based on their own fiscal situation. Hence Statement 2 is incorrect
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Solution (a)
Explanation:
- The 8th Central Pay Commission will review and recommend pay, allowances, and pensions for central government employees, including defence personnel. Hence Statement 1 is correct
The recommendations are not binding on State Governments. States may adopt, modify, or delay implementation based on their own fiscal situation. Hence Statement 2 is incorrect
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
- A deal was signed between India and Russia recently for the manufacturing of ‘SJ-100’. In this context, what type of aircraft is SJ-100?
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Solution (c)
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SJ-100 is a new generation short-haul jet aircraft of Russian origin. Earlier called the Sukhoi Superjet 100, it originally was designed by the now-merged Russian aircraft company Sukhoi Civil Aircraft. It is a twin-engine, narrow-body aircraft. The aircraft is primarily used for commercial purposes. As on date, over 200 SJ-100 aircraft have been manufactured. It is capable of accommodating 103 seats and has a flight range of 3,530 kilometres. The aircraft has been touted as having low operating costs for airlines. It can operate at extreme weather conditions, from -55 degrees Celsius to +45 degrees Celsius.
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Solution (c)
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SJ-100 is a new generation short-haul jet aircraft of Russian origin. Earlier called the Sukhoi Superjet 100, it originally was designed by the now-merged Russian aircraft company Sukhoi Civil Aircraft. It is a twin-engine, narrow-body aircraft. The aircraft is primarily used for commercial purposes. As on date, over 200 SJ-100 aircraft have been manufactured. It is capable of accommodating 103 seats and has a flight range of 3,530 kilometres. The aircraft has been touted as having low operating costs for airlines. It can operate at extreme weather conditions, from -55 degrees Celsius to +45 degrees Celsius.
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
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Consider the following statements regarding the Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI):
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RCI is a non-statutory body established to regulate training and maintain the Central Rehabilitation Register of professionals.
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It functions under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.
Which of the above statement(s) are correct?
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Solution (d)
Explanation:
- The Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI) is a statutory body, established under the Rehabilitation Council of India Act, 1992, to regulate rehabilitation professionals and maintain the Central Rehabilitation Register. Hence Statement 1 is incorrect
RCI functions under the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, not the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. Hence Statement 2 is incorrect
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Solution (d)
Explanation:
- The Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI) is a statutory body, established under the Rehabilitation Council of India Act, 1992, to regulate rehabilitation professionals and maintain the Central Rehabilitation Register. Hence Statement 1 is incorrect
RCI functions under the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, not the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. Hence Statement 2 is incorrect
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