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
- Annatto, recently in news, is primarily used as which of the following?
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Solution (b)
Explanation:
• Annatto is a natural food colour obtained from the seeds of the achiote plant (Bixa orellana), widely used in food products for colouring.Incorrect
Solution (b)
Explanation:
• Annatto is a natural food colour obtained from the seeds of the achiote plant (Bixa orellana), widely used in food products for colouring. -
Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following statements regarding INS Hansa:
- It is the premier naval air station of the Indian Navy and serves as the main training base for naval aviation.
- It is located in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and supports carrier-based aircraft operations.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- It is the premier naval air station of the Indian Navy and serves as the main training base for naval aviation.
- It is located in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and supports carrier-based aircraft operations.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Solution (a)
Explanation:
• INS Hansa is the Indian Navy’s principal naval air station located at Dabolim, Goa, and functions as the main training base for naval aviators. Hence Statement 1 is Correct
• INS Hansa is not located in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands; it is situated in Goa. Hence Statement 2 is Incorrect- IMO is indeed a specialised UN agency that sets global standards for the safety, security, and environmental performance of international shipping. Hence Statement 1 is Correct
India is a founding member of the IMO and actively participates in its processes. Hence Statement 2 is Incorrect
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Solution (a)
Explanation:
• INS Hansa is the Indian Navy’s principal naval air station located at Dabolim, Goa, and functions as the main training base for naval aviators. Hence Statement 1 is Correct
• INS Hansa is not located in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands; it is situated in Goa. Hence Statement 2 is Incorrect- IMO is indeed a specialised UN agency that sets global standards for the safety, security, and environmental performance of international shipping. Hence Statement 1 is Correct
India is a founding member of the IMO and actively participates in its processes. Hence Statement 2 is Incorrect
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Consider the following countries:
- Argentina
- Ethiopia
- Indonesia
- Saudi Arabia
Which of the above countries are members of BRICS?
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- Solution (d)
Explanation:
• Ethiopia became a BRICS member as part of the expansion of the grouping in 2024. Hence Statement 2 is Correct
• Saudi Arabia has been invited and has joined the expanded BRICS grouping. Hence Statement 4 is Correct
• Argentina was invited but later declined to join BRICS. Hence Statement 1 is Incorrect
• Indonesia is not a member of BRICS. Hence Statement 3 is IncorrectIncorrect
- Solution (d)
Explanation:
• Ethiopia became a BRICS member as part of the expansion of the grouping in 2024. Hence Statement 2 is Correct
• Saudi Arabia has been invited and has joined the expanded BRICS grouping. Hence Statement 4 is Correct
• Argentina was invited but later declined to join BRICS. Hence Statement 1 is Incorrect
• Indonesia is not a member of BRICS. Hence Statement 3 is Incorrect -
Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements regarding the Sabhasaar Initiative:
- It aims to create a comprehensive digital repository of debates and proceedings of legislatures across India.
- The initiative seeks to promote transparency and accessibility by making legislative records available in a structured digital format.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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- Solution (c)
Explanation:
• As per the PIB release, the Sabhasaar Initiative focuses on digitisation and systematic archiving of legislative debates and proceedings to preserve institutional memory. Hence Statement 1 is Correct
• The initiative is designed to enhance public access, transparency, and research by providing digitally accessible legislative records. Hence Statement 2 is CorrectIncorrect
- Solution (c)
Explanation:
• As per the PIB release, the Sabhasaar Initiative focuses on digitisation and systematic archiving of legislative debates and proceedings to preserve institutional memory. Hence Statement 1 is Correct
• The initiative is designed to enhance public access, transparency, and research by providing digitally accessible legislative records. Hence Statement 2 is Correct -
Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Consider the following statements regarding Regional Rural Banks (RRBs):
- They were established to enhance institutional credit flow to agriculture, small farmers, artisans, and rural entrepreneurs.
- They are jointly owned by the Government of India, the concerned State Government, and a sponsoring public sector bank.
- They are permitted to operate only within a single district of a state.
How many of the above statements is/are correct?
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- Solution (b)
Explanation:
• RRBs were set up under the Regional Rural Banks Act, 1976 to provide banking and credit facilities to the rural and agricultural sector. Hence Statement 1 is Correct
• The shareholding pattern of RRBs is 50% Government of India, 15% State Government, and 35% sponsoring bank. Hence Statement 2 is Correct
• RRBs can operate in multiple notified districts of one or more states, not just a single district. Hence Statement 3 is IncorrectIncorrect
- Solution (b)
Explanation:
• RRBs were set up under the Regional Rural Banks Act, 1976 to provide banking and credit facilities to the rural and agricultural sector. Hence Statement 1 is Correct
• The shareholding pattern of RRBs is 50% Government of India, 15% State Government, and 35% sponsoring bank. Hence Statement 2 is Correct
• RRBs can operate in multiple notified districts of one or more states, not just a single district. Hence Statement 3 is Incorrect
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