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
Q1. With reference to Geographical Indication (GI) Tags, consider the following statements:
- GI tags help protect tribal and indigenous products.
- GI tags are linked with initiatives such as One District One Product (ODOP).
- GI tags are granted by UNESCO.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Q.1) Solution (a)
Explanation:
- Statement 1 is correct: GI tags protect traditional, tribal, and indigenous products from imitation.
- Statement 2 is correct: GI-tagged products are promoted under initiatives like ODOP and Vocal for Local.
- Statement 3 is incorrect: GI tags are granted under national intellectual property laws, not by UNESCO.
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Q.1) Solution (a)
Explanation:
- Statement 1 is correct: GI tags protect traditional, tribal, and indigenous products from imitation.
- Statement 2 is correct: GI-tagged products are promoted under initiatives like ODOP and Vocal for Local.
- Statement 3 is incorrect: GI tags are granted under national intellectual property laws, not by UNESCO.
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Q2. Giant’s Causeway, recently seen in news, is best known for:
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Q.2) Solution (b)
Explanation:
- Giant’s Causeway in Northern Ireland consists of about 40,000 basalt columns.
- These formed when basaltic lava cooled and contracted, producing hexagonal columnar joints.
- It is a classic example of an extrusive igneous landform.
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Q.2) Solution (b)
Explanation:
- Giant’s Causeway in Northern Ireland consists of about 40,000 basalt columns.
- These formed when basaltic lava cooled and contracted, producing hexagonal columnar joints.
- It is a classic example of an extrusive igneous landform.
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Q3. Arbuscular Mycorrhizal Fungi (AMF) are important because:
- They form symbiotic associations with plant roots.
- They help plants absorb phosphorus and nitrogen.
- They contribute to soil carbon sequestration.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Q.3) Solution (d)
Explanation:
- AMF form mutualistic associations with plant roots.
- They supply nutrients such as phosphorus, nitrogen, water, and micronutrients.
- They play a major role in carbon storage and soil carbon sequestration, helping climate regulation.
Therefore, all statements are correct.
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Q.3) Solution (d)
Explanation:
- AMF form mutualistic associations with plant roots.
- They supply nutrients such as phosphorus, nitrogen, water, and micronutrients.
- They play a major role in carbon storage and soil carbon sequestration, helping climate regulation.
Therefore, all statements are correct.
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Q4. With reference to Crohn’s Disease, consider the following statements:
- It is a chronic inflammatory bowel disease.
- It can affect any part of the digestive tract from mouth to anus.
- It is a communicable disease caused by bacterial infection.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Q.4) Solution (a)
Explanation:
- Statement 1 is correct: Crohn’s Disease is a chronic inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).
- Statement 2 is correct: It can affect any part of the GI tract from mouth to anus.
- Statement 3 is incorrect: It is a non-communicable immune-mediated disorder.
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Q.4) Solution (a)
Explanation:
- Statement 1 is correct: Crohn’s Disease is a chronic inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).
- Statement 2 is correct: It can affect any part of the GI tract from mouth to anus.
- Statement 3 is incorrect: It is a non-communicable immune-mediated disorder.
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Q5. Consider the following statements regarding Indocolea devendrae:
- It is a newly discovered liverwort from Kerala.
- It belongs to the group of plants known as bryophytes.
- It is a vascular plant possessing xylem and phloem.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Q.5) Solution (a)
Explanation:
- Statement 1 is correct: Indocolea devendrae is a newly discovered liverwort from northern Kerala.
- Statement 2 is correct: Liverworts belong to bryophytes.
- Statement 3 is incorrect: Bryophytes are non-vascular plants and lack xylem and phloem.
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Q.5) Solution (a)
Explanation:
- Statement 1 is correct: Indocolea devendrae is a newly discovered liverwort from northern Kerala.
- Statement 2 is correct: Liverworts belong to bryophytes.
- Statement 3 is incorrect: Bryophytes are non-vascular plants and lack xylem and phloem.
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