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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 about Indian Bison, which was in news recently:
- It is the largest species among the wild cattle and the Bovidae.
- It is indigenous to the South and Southeast parts of Asia.
- It is classified as ‘Critically Endangered’ in the IUCN Red List.
How many of the above statements are correct?
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Solution (b)
Explanation:
- Indian Bison is the largest species among the wild cattle and the Bovidae. These are indigenous to the South and Southeast parts of Asia. They are primarily found in evergreen and semi-evergreen forests along with moist deciduous forests with open grasslands. They prefer hilly-terrains below an altitude of 1,500-1,800m with large and undisturbed forest tracts and abundant water. Hence, statements 1 and 2 are correct.
- It plays a vital role in maintaining ecological balance in forests besides serving as important prey species for tigers. They also help shape vegetation dynamics and contribute to seed dispersal. It is classified as ‘Vulnerable’ in the IUCN Red List. Hence, statement 3 is not correct.
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Solution (b)
Explanation:
- Indian Bison is the largest species among the wild cattle and the Bovidae. These are indigenous to the South and Southeast parts of Asia. They are primarily found in evergreen and semi-evergreen forests along with moist deciduous forests with open grasslands. They prefer hilly-terrains below an altitude of 1,500-1,800m with large and undisturbed forest tracts and abundant water. Hence, statements 1 and 2 are correct.
- It plays a vital role in maintaining ecological balance in forests besides serving as important prey species for tigers. They also help shape vegetation dynamics and contribute to seed dispersal. It is classified as ‘Vulnerable’ in the IUCN Red List. Hence, statement 3 is not correct.
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
With reference to ICGS Sankalp, which was in news recently, consider the following statements:
- It is a 5th generation Advanced Offshore Patrol Vessel (AOPV).
- It is indigenously built by the Goa Shipyard Limited.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
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Solution (c)
Explanation:
- ICGS Sankalp is a 5th generation Advanced Offshore Patrol Vessel (AOPV). The vessel is indigenously built by the Goa Shipyard Limited. It was commissioned on May 20, 2008, in Goa. Its motto is “Extending the Horizon”. It is designed primarily for extended maritime surveillance, exclusive economic zone (EEZ) protection, search and rescue operations, and enforcement of maritime laws within India’s vast oceanic domains. Hence, statements 1 and 2 are correct.
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Solution (c)
Explanation:
- ICGS Sankalp is a 5th generation Advanced Offshore Patrol Vessel (AOPV). The vessel is indigenously built by the Goa Shipyard Limited. It was commissioned on May 20, 2008, in Goa. Its motto is “Extending the Horizon”. It is designed primarily for extended maritime surveillance, exclusive economic zone (EEZ) protection, search and rescue operations, and enforcement of maritime laws within India’s vast oceanic domains. Hence, statements 1 and 2 are correct.
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Solution (b)
Explanation:
- Indian Bison is the largest species among the wild cattle and the Bovidae. These are indigenous to the South and Southeast parts of Asia. They are primarily found in evergreen and semi-evergreen forests along with moist deciduous forests with open grasslands. They prefer hilly-terrains below an altitude of 1,500-1,800m with large and undisturbed forest tracts and abundant water. Hence, statements 1 and 2 are correct.
- It plays a vital role in maintaining ecological balance in forests besides serving as important prey species for tigers. They also help shape vegetation dynamics and contribute to seed dispersal. It is classified as ‘Vulnerable’ in the IUCN Red List. Hence, statement 3 is not correct.
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Solution (d)
Explanation:
- Soft matter, or soft materials, is a sub-field of “condensed matter”, referring to a variety of materials that can be easily deformed or structurally altered by thermal fluctuations or nominal external stress. They exhibit many useful and appealing properties, which account for their ubiquity in everyday life, finding use in a diverse range of applications in industry including, food, medical, automotive, construction, transportation, electronics, and manufacturing. Hence, statement 1 is correct.
- One of the important characteristics of soft matter is their physical structures in the mesoscopic scale. These materials exhibit a “borderline” behavior between solids and liquids—they can show both viscosity (liquid-like resistance) and elasticity (solid-like springiness). Small changes in temperature or pressure can drastically alter their physical properties. Hence, statements 2 and 3 are correct.
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Solution (d)
Explanation:
- Soft matter, or soft materials, is a sub-field of “condensed matter”, referring to a variety of materials that can be easily deformed or structurally altered by thermal fluctuations or nominal external stress. They exhibit many useful and appealing properties, which account for their ubiquity in everyday life, finding use in a diverse range of applications in industry including, food, medical, automotive, construction, transportation, electronics, and manufacturing. Hence, statement 1 is correct.
- One of the important characteristics of soft matter is their physical structures in the mesoscopic scale. These materials exhibit a “borderline” behavior between solids and liquids—they can show both viscosity (liquid-like resistance) and elasticity (solid-like springiness). Small changes in temperature or pressure can drastically alter their physical properties. Hence, statements 2 and 3 are correct.
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Q.5) Bagurumba Dance, seen in news recently, is associated with?
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Solution (a)
Explanation:
Bagurumba Dance is one of the folk dances of the Bodo community, deeply inspired by nature. It is performed by indigenous Bodo Tribe of Assam and Northeast India. It is often called the “Butterfly Dance” because its gentle, flowing hand movements mimic the fluttering of butterflies. It represents peace, fertility, joy and collective harmony, and is closely associated with festivals such as Bwisagu, the Bodo New Year, and Domasi. Hence, option a is the correct answer.
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Solution (a)
Explanation:
Bagurumba Dance is one of the folk dances of the Bodo community, deeply inspired by nature. It is performed by indigenous Bodo Tribe of Assam and Northeast India. It is often called the “Butterfly Dance” because its gentle, flowing hand movements mimic the fluttering of butterflies. It represents peace, fertility, joy and collective harmony, and is closely associated with festivals such as Bwisagu, the Bodo New Year, and Domasi. Hence, option a is the correct answer.
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
With reference to Chips to Start-Up Programme, which was in news recently, consider the following statements:
- It is an umbrella capacity-building initiative launched by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE).
- The Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC) is the nodal implementing agency.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
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Solution (b)
Explanation:
- Chips to Start-Up Programme is an umbrella capacity-building initiative launched by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) in 2022. It aims to catalyse the incubation of 25 start-ups and enable 10 technology transfers. The total outlay of the scheme is Rs. 250 crore over five years. Hence, statement 1 is not correct.
- The Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC) is the nodal implementing agency. The C2S Programme adopts a comprehensive approach, providing students with hands-on experience in chip design, fabrication, and testing. It is achieved through regular training sessions in collaboration with industry partners, combined with mentorship and practical support. Hence, statement 2 is correct.
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Solution (b)
Explanation:
- Chips to Start-Up Programme is an umbrella capacity-building initiative launched by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) in 2022. It aims to catalyse the incubation of 25 start-ups and enable 10 technology transfers. The total outlay of the scheme is Rs. 250 crore over five years. Hence, statement 1 is not correct.
- The Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC) is the nodal implementing agency. The C2S Programme adopts a comprehensive approach, providing students with hands-on experience in chip design, fabrication, and testing. It is achieved through regular training sessions in collaboration with industry partners, combined with mentorship and practical support. Hence, statement 2 is correct.
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