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 regarding Nipah Virus (NiV):
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Nipah virus is zoonotic, and fruit bats (Pteropus) are its natural reservoir.
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Human-to-human transmission of Nipah virus has not been recorded, and infections occur only from animals.
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Currently no licensed vaccine exists for humans or animals.
How many of the above statements is/are correct?
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Solution (b)
Explanation:
- Nipah virus is zoonotic, and fruit bats of the Pteropus genus are its natural reservoir. Hence Statement 1 is Correct
- Human-to-human transmission has been documented in outbreaks, particularly in India and Bangladesh. Transmission can occur through respiratory droplets, contact with body fluids, or contaminated surfaces. Hence Statement 2 is Incorrect
Nipah virus can cause acute encephalitis and respiratory illness. Currently, no licensed vaccine exists; treatment is only supportive. Hence Statement 3 is Correct
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Solution (b)
Explanation:
- Nipah virus is zoonotic, and fruit bats of the Pteropus genus are its natural reservoir. Hence Statement 1 is Correct
- Human-to-human transmission has been documented in outbreaks, particularly in India and Bangladesh. Transmission can occur through respiratory droplets, contact with body fluids, or contaminated surfaces. Hence Statement 2 is Incorrect
Nipah virus can cause acute encephalitis and respiratory illness. Currently, no licensed vaccine exists; treatment is only supportive. Hence Statement 3 is Correct
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
- Consider the following statements regarding the Ramsar Convention:
- The Ramsar Convention regulates the conservation and wise use of wetlands as the world’s only treaty focused specifically on wetlands.
- They list a site in the Montreux Record when its ecological character has improved and it no longer requires priority conservation attention.
Which of the above statements is/are incorrect?
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- Solution (b)
Explanation:
- Ramsar Convention (1971, Iran) is indeed the only global treaty dedicated exclusively to the conservation and sustainable use of wetlands. Hence Statement 1 is Correct
The Montreux Record lists wetlands where ecological character has changed or is likely to change due to human or natural factors. It signals sites requiring priority attention, not those that have improved. Hence Statement 2 is Incorrect
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- Solution (b)
Explanation:
- Ramsar Convention (1971, Iran) is indeed the only global treaty dedicated exclusively to the conservation and sustainable use of wetlands. Hence Statement 1 is Correct
The Montreux Record lists wetlands where ecological character has changed or is likely to change due to human or natural factors. It signals sites requiring priority attention, not those that have improved. Hence Statement 2 is Incorrect
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
- Match the following Indian cities with their respective UNESCO Creative Fields:
Cities Creative Field 1. Jaipur A. Literature 2. Hyderabad B. Gastronomy 3. Kozhikode C. Crafts & Folk Arts 4. Gwalior D. Music Select the correct option:
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- Solution (b)
Explanation:
- Jaipur is designated by UNESCO as a City of Crafts & Folk Arts, not Literature. Hence, Pair 1 is incorrect.
- Hyderabad is designated as a City of Gastronomy. Hence, Pair 2 is correct.
- Kozhikode is designated as a City of Literature, not Crafts & Folk Arts. Hence, Pair 3 is incorrect.
Gwalior is designated as a City of Music. Hence, Pair 4 is correct.
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- Solution (b)
Explanation:
- Jaipur is designated by UNESCO as a City of Crafts & Folk Arts, not Literature. Hence, Pair 1 is incorrect.
- Hyderabad is designated as a City of Gastronomy. Hence, Pair 2 is correct.
- Kozhikode is designated as a City of Literature, not Crafts & Folk Arts. Hence, Pair 3 is incorrect.
Gwalior is designated as a City of Music. Hence, Pair 4 is correct.
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
- Consider the following statements regarding the Indian Institute of Packaging (IIP):
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The Indian Institute of Packaging, under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry.
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IIP conducts the National Packaging Awards and offers a postgraduate diploma in packaging technology.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
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- Solution (c)
Explanation:
- IIP is an autonomous body under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry (GoI). It works to improve packaging standards and encourage packaging science & export competitiveness. Hence Statement 1 is Correct
IIP organizes national awards for packaging innovation and offers a two-year Post Graduate Diploma in Packaging (PGDP) along with M.Tech programs in collaboration with other institutes. Hence Statement 2 is Correct
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- Solution (c)
Explanation:
- IIP is an autonomous body under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry (GoI). It works to improve packaging standards and encourage packaging science & export competitiveness. Hence Statement 1 is Correct
IIP organizes national awards for packaging innovation and offers a two-year Post Graduate Diploma in Packaging (PGDP) along with M.Tech programs in collaboration with other institutes. Hence Statement 2 is Correct
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
- National Highway black spot data will now be released using real-time inputs from:
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- Solution (a)
Explanation:
- e-DAR (Electronic Detailed Accident Report) and iRAD (Integrated Road Accident Database) are digital platforms used to record road accidents in real time, with geo-tagged details captured by police and transport authorities through a mobile app.
- The Ministry of Road Transport & Highways will now use this real-time data to identify, monitor, and publish black spots on National Highways—i.e., road stretches with high accident and fatality rates.
- This improves accuracy, transparency, and allows faster rectification of dangerous road segments.
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- Solution (a)
Explanation:
- e-DAR (Electronic Detailed Accident Report) and iRAD (Integrated Road Accident Database) are digital platforms used to record road accidents in real time, with geo-tagged details captured by police and transport authorities through a mobile app.
- The Ministry of Road Transport & Highways will now use this real-time data to identify, monitor, and publish black spots on National Highways—i.e., road stretches with high accident and fatality rates.
- This improves accuracy, transparency, and allows faster rectification of dangerous road segments.
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