IASbaba Daily Prelims Quiz
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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
With reference to the Quality Council of India (QCI), which of the following statements is correct?
Correct
Solution (c)
Explanation
- Option (c) is correct: QCI was established in 1997 as a non-profit autonomous society (under Societies Registration Act, 1860) jointly by the Government of India and three premier industry associations — ASSOCHAM, CII, and FICCI.
- Option (a) is incorrect: QCI is not a statutory body; it is an autonomous non-profit society registered under the Societies Registration Act, not created by an Act of Parliament.
- Option (b) is incorrect: QCI functions under the administrative control of the DPIIT (Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade) , Ministry of Commerce and Industry, not the Ministry of Consumer Affairs.
- Option (d) is incorrect: QCI is a national accreditation body that provides third-party assessment and accreditation services. It does not formulate quality standards — that is the role of the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS).
Why this question?
Tests basic factual knowledge about QCI — its legal status (autonomous society, not statutory), nodal ministry (Commerce, not Consumer Affairs), and unique public-private partnership structure.
Why important for UPSC?
QCI is a key institution under DPIIT, linked to quality standards, accreditation (NABL, NABH, NABET), and ease of doing business — relevant to Polity & Governance.
PYQ Pattern Link
Similar to questions on “NABARD” (autonomous body), “FSSAI” (statutory body), and “BIS” (standards formulation) — distinguishing between statutory vs. autonomous vs. registered societies.
Incorrect
Solution (c)
Explanation
- Option (c) is correct: QCI was established in 1997 as a non-profit autonomous society (under Societies Registration Act, 1860) jointly by the Government of India and three premier industry associations — ASSOCHAM, CII, and FICCI.
- Option (a) is incorrect: QCI is not a statutory body; it is an autonomous non-profit society registered under the Societies Registration Act, not created by an Act of Parliament.
- Option (b) is incorrect: QCI functions under the administrative control of the DPIIT (Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade) , Ministry of Commerce and Industry, not the Ministry of Consumer Affairs.
- Option (d) is incorrect: QCI is a national accreditation body that provides third-party assessment and accreditation services. It does not formulate quality standards — that is the role of the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS).
Why this question?
Tests basic factual knowledge about QCI — its legal status (autonomous society, not statutory), nodal ministry (Commerce, not Consumer Affairs), and unique public-private partnership structure.
Why important for UPSC?
QCI is a key institution under DPIIT, linked to quality standards, accreditation (NABL, NABH, NABET), and ease of doing business — relevant to Polity & Governance.
PYQ Pattern Link
Similar to questions on “NABARD” (autonomous body), “FSSAI” (statutory body), and “BIS” (standards formulation) — distinguishing between statutory vs. autonomous vs. registered societies.
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Q.2) With reference to Valmiki Tiger Reserve (VTR), which of the following statements is correct?
Correct
Q.2) Solution (a)
Explanation
- Option (a) is correct: Valmiki Tiger Reserve is the only tiger reserve in Bihar, established in 1994 as the 18th tiger reserve under Project Tiger. It forms the easternmost limit of the Himalayan Terai forests in India, located in West Champaran district on the India-Nepal border.
- Option (b) is incorrect: The Western Ghats and shola-grassland ecosystem are associated with tiger reserves like Periyar, Bandipur, and Nagarhole, not Valmiki.
- Option (c) is incorrect: The first tiger reserve of India under Project Tiger (1973) was Jim Corbett National Park (Uttarakhand) , not Valmiki.
- Option (d) is incorrect: Valmiki is on the India-Nepal border, not India-Bangladesh. Mangrove vegetation is associated with the Sundarbans (West Bengal), not Valmiki.
Why this question?
Tests the location, uniqueness, and key facts about Valmiki Tiger Reserve — a lesser-known tiger reserve that appears in current affairs due to its rising tiger population.
Why important for UPSC?
Tiger reserves under Project Tiger, their states, and unique ecological features are frequently tested in Environment & Ecology for Prelims.
PYQ Pattern Link
Similar to questions on “Corbett Tiger Reserve (first tiger reserve)” and “Periyar Tiger Reserve (Western Ghats)” — testing location and uniqueness of specific reserves.
Incorrect
Q.2) Solution (a)
Explanation
- Option (a) is correct: Valmiki Tiger Reserve is the only tiger reserve in Bihar, established in 1994 as the 18th tiger reserve under Project Tiger. It forms the easternmost limit of the Himalayan Terai forests in India, located in West Champaran district on the India-Nepal border.
- Option (b) is incorrect: The Western Ghats and shola-grassland ecosystem are associated with tiger reserves like Periyar, Bandipur, and Nagarhole, not Valmiki.
- Option (c) is incorrect: The first tiger reserve of India under Project Tiger (1973) was Jim Corbett National Park (Uttarakhand) , not Valmiki.
- Option (d) is incorrect: Valmiki is on the India-Nepal border, not India-Bangladesh. Mangrove vegetation is associated with the Sundarbans (West Bengal), not Valmiki.
Why this question?
Tests the location, uniqueness, and key facts about Valmiki Tiger Reserve — a lesser-known tiger reserve that appears in current affairs due to its rising tiger population.
Why important for UPSC?
Tiger reserves under Project Tiger, their states, and unique ecological features are frequently tested in Environment & Ecology for Prelims.
PYQ Pattern Link
Similar to questions on “Corbett Tiger Reserve (first tiger reserve)” and “Periyar Tiger Reserve (Western Ghats)” — testing location and uniqueness of specific reserves.
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Q.3) With reference to the ‘Haka’ dance, which of the following statements is correct?
Correct
Q.3) Solution (b)
Explanation:
- Option (b) is correct: The Haka is a traditional dance of the indigenous Māori people of New Zealand. It is known for powerful movements, chanting, fierce facial expressions, and symbolizes tribal pride, strength, and unity. It is famously performed by New Zealand’s national rugby team, the All Blacks, before matches.
- Option (a) is incorrect: The Haka is Māori, not Aboriginal Australian. Aboriginal Australian dance traditions are distinct and unrelated.
- Option (c) is incorrect: The Haka is not an Indian classical dance form. Sangeet Natak Akademi recognizes eight classical dances of India (Bharatanatyam, Kathak, Odissi, etc.).
- Option (d) is incorrect: The Tharu tribe performs its own traditional dances (e.g., Jhumar, Maghi dance), but not the Haka, which is specific to New Zealand’s Māori.
Why this question?
Tests basic cultural knowledge about the Haka — its origin (Māori, New Zealand), significance (tribal pride, strength, unity), and distinction from other indigenous dance forms.
Why important for UPSC?
World cultures, indigenous traditions, and dance forms (both Indian and global) are part of the Art & Culture syllabus for Prelims.
PYQ Pattern Link
Similar to questions on “Maori culture” and “indigenous dance forms of different countries” in previous years.
Incorrect
Q.3) Solution (b)
Explanation:
- Option (b) is correct: The Haka is a traditional dance of the indigenous Māori people of New Zealand. It is known for powerful movements, chanting, fierce facial expressions, and symbolizes tribal pride, strength, and unity. It is famously performed by New Zealand’s national rugby team, the All Blacks, before matches.
- Option (a) is incorrect: The Haka is Māori, not Aboriginal Australian. Aboriginal Australian dance traditions are distinct and unrelated.
- Option (c) is incorrect: The Haka is not an Indian classical dance form. Sangeet Natak Akademi recognizes eight classical dances of India (Bharatanatyam, Kathak, Odissi, etc.).
- Option (d) is incorrect: The Tharu tribe performs its own traditional dances (e.g., Jhumar, Maghi dance), but not the Haka, which is specific to New Zealand’s Māori.
Why this question?
Tests basic cultural knowledge about the Haka — its origin (Māori, New Zealand), significance (tribal pride, strength, unity), and distinction from other indigenous dance forms.
Why important for UPSC?
World cultures, indigenous traditions, and dance forms (both Indian and global) are part of the Art & Culture syllabus for Prelims.
PYQ Pattern Link
Similar to questions on “Maori culture” and “indigenous dance forms of different countries” in previous years.
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Q.4) Consider the following statements regarding Lantana camara:
- It is native to Central and South America and was introduced to India by the British as an ornamental plant.
- It is listed by the IUCN as one of the top 100 worst invasive species globally.
- Its leaves and berries are safe for livestock and wild herbivores.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Q.4) Solution (b)
Explanation:
- Statement 1 is correct: Lantana camara is native to Central and South America. It was first introduced to India in the early 18th century by the British as an ornamental plant.
- Statement 2 is correct: The IUCN has listed Lantana camara as one of the top 100 worst invasive species globally due to its aggressive proliferation and ecological disruption.
- Statement 3 is incorrect: Its leaves and berries contain Lantadenes (pentacyclic triterpenes), which are toxic to livestock and wild herbivores, causing liver damage and photosensitivity. They are not safe.
Thus, statements 1 and 2 only are correct.
Why this question?
Tests basic facts about a globally significant invasive species — its origin, introduction to India, IUCN status, and toxicity.
Why important for UPSC?
Invasive alien species (Lantana, Parthenium, Eichhornia, Prosopis juliflora) are a recurring theme in Environment & Ecology for Prelims.
PYQ Pattern Link
Similar to questions on “Parthenium hysterophorus” and “Water hyacinth (Eichhornia crassipes)” — testing origin, introduction, and ecological impact.
Incorrect
Q.4) Solution (b)
Explanation:
- Statement 1 is correct: Lantana camara is native to Central and South America. It was first introduced to India in the early 18th century by the British as an ornamental plant.
- Statement 2 is correct: The IUCN has listed Lantana camara as one of the top 100 worst invasive species globally due to its aggressive proliferation and ecological disruption.
- Statement 3 is incorrect: Its leaves and berries contain Lantadenes (pentacyclic triterpenes), which are toxic to livestock and wild herbivores, causing liver damage and photosensitivity. They are not safe.
Thus, statements 1 and 2 only are correct.
Why this question?
Tests basic facts about a globally significant invasive species — its origin, introduction to India, IUCN status, and toxicity.
Why important for UPSC?
Invasive alien species (Lantana, Parthenium, Eichhornia, Prosopis juliflora) are a recurring theme in Environment & Ecology for Prelims.
PYQ Pattern Link
Similar to questions on “Parthenium hysterophorus” and “Water hyacinth (Eichhornia crassipes)” — testing origin, introduction, and ecological impact.
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Q.5) Consider the following statements regarding the Santhali language:
- It belongs to the Austroasiatic language family (Munda branch) and is included in the Eighth Schedule of the Indian Constitution.
- It is written in the Ol Chiki script, developed by Pandit Raghunath Murmu in 1925.
- It is spoken only in the state of Jharkhand and has no speakers outside India.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- 1 and 2 only
Correct
Q.5) Solution (a)
Explanation:
- Statement 1 is correct: Santhali belongs to the Austroasiatic language family (Munda branch), distinct from Indo-Aryan and Dravidian families. It was included in the Eighth Schedule of the Constitution through the 92nd Amendment Act, 2003.
- Statement 2 is correct: Santhali uses the Ol Chiki script, which was developed in 1925 by Pandit Raghunath Murmu, a Santhal scholar and writer.
- Statement 3 is incorrect: Santhali is spoken mainly in Jharkhand, West Bengal, Odisha, and Bihar. It also has speakers in Bangladesh and Nepal — not limited to India.
Thus, statements 1 and 2 only are correct.
Why this question?
Tests basic facts about a constitutionally recognized Indian language — its language family, Eighth Schedule status, script, and geographical spread.
Why important for UPSC?
Eighth Schedule languages, their scripts, and their inclusion through constitutional amendments are part of Art & Culture and Polity syllabus for Prelims.
PYQ Pattern Link
Similar to questions on “Sanskrit (Devanagari script)”, “Konkani”, “Manipuri”, and other Eighth Schedule languages — testing script, amendment, and linguistic family.
Incorrect
Q.5) Solution (a)
Explanation:
- Statement 1 is correct: Santhali belongs to the Austroasiatic language family (Munda branch), distinct from Indo-Aryan and Dravidian families. It was included in the Eighth Schedule of the Constitution through the 92nd Amendment Act, 2003.
- Statement 2 is correct: Santhali uses the Ol Chiki script, which was developed in 1925 by Pandit Raghunath Murmu, a Santhal scholar and writer.
- Statement 3 is incorrect: Santhali is spoken mainly in Jharkhand, West Bengal, Odisha, and Bihar. It also has speakers in Bangladesh and Nepal — not limited to India.
Thus, statements 1 and 2 only are correct.
Why this question?
Tests basic facts about a constitutionally recognized Indian language — its language family, Eighth Schedule status, script, and geographical spread.
Why important for UPSC?
Eighth Schedule languages, their scripts, and their inclusion through constitutional amendments are part of Art & Culture and Polity syllabus for Prelims.
PYQ Pattern Link
Similar to questions on “Sanskrit (Devanagari script)”, “Konkani”, “Manipuri”, and other Eighth Schedule languages — testing script, amendment, and linguistic family.
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