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
With reference to the Hoollongapar Gibbon Wildlife Sanctuary, consider the following statements:
It is India’s only protected area exclusively dedicated to the Western Hoolock Gibbon.
The Western Hoolock Gibbon is India’s only ape.
The sanctuary forms part of the Kaziranga National Park landscape.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?Correct
Solution (a)
Explanation
Statements 1 and 2 are correct. Hoollongapar Gibbon Wildlife Sanctuary in Jorhat district, Assam, is India’s only sanctuary exclusively dedicated to the Western Hoolock Gibbon, which is also India’s only ape. Unlike monkeys, apes lack tails. Statement 3 is incorrect because the sanctuary is an isolated forest patch surrounded by tea estates and villages and is not part of Kaziranga National Park, although both occur in Assam. Habitat fragmentation has necessitated innovative conservation measures such as canopy bridges for arboreal movement. UPSC frequently distinguishes apes from monkeys and tests protected-area associations.
Why this question? Tests species-sanctuary linkage and ape versus monkey distinction.
Why important for UPSC? Protected areas and endemic fauna are recurring themes.
PYQ Pattern Link: Similar to UPSC questions on lion-tailed macaque and hoolock gibbon.Incorrect
Solution (a)
Explanation
Statements 1 and 2 are correct. Hoollongapar Gibbon Wildlife Sanctuary in Jorhat district, Assam, is India’s only sanctuary exclusively dedicated to the Western Hoolock Gibbon, which is also India’s only ape. Unlike monkeys, apes lack tails. Statement 3 is incorrect because the sanctuary is an isolated forest patch surrounded by tea estates and villages and is not part of Kaziranga National Park, although both occur in Assam. Habitat fragmentation has necessitated innovative conservation measures such as canopy bridges for arboreal movement. UPSC frequently distinguishes apes from monkeys and tests protected-area associations.
Why this question? Tests species-sanctuary linkage and ape versus monkey distinction.
Why important for UPSC? Protected areas and endemic fauna are recurring themes.
PYQ Pattern Link: Similar to UPSC questions on lion-tailed macaque and hoolock gibbon. -
Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following statements regarding Electronic Gold Receipts (EGRs):
They are recognised as securities under the Securities Contracts (Regulation) Act, 1956.
They represent ownership of physical gold stored in SEBI-accredited vaults.
They are issued by the Reserve Bank of India in the same manner as Sovereign Gold Bonds.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?Correct
Solution (a)
Explanation
Statements 1 and 2 are correct. Electronic Gold Receipts (EGRs) are dematerialised securities representing ownership of physical gold deposited in SEBI-accredited vaults and are recognised as securities under the SCRA, 1956. They are traded on stock exchanges and can be converted back into physical gold. Statement 3 is incorrect because Sovereign Gold Bonds (SGBs) are Government securities issued by the RBI on behalf of the Government of India, whereas EGRs are exchange-traded securities regulated by SEBI. UPSC often tests distinctions among Gold ETFs, SGBs and EGRs.
Why this question? Distinguishes three major gold investment instruments.
Why important for UPSC? Capital market reforms are frequently tested.
PYQ Pattern Link: Similar to UPSC questions on financial instruments.Incorrect
Solution (a)
Explanation
Statements 1 and 2 are correct. Electronic Gold Receipts (EGRs) are dematerialised securities representing ownership of physical gold deposited in SEBI-accredited vaults and are recognised as securities under the SCRA, 1956. They are traded on stock exchanges and can be converted back into physical gold. Statement 3 is incorrect because Sovereign Gold Bonds (SGBs) are Government securities issued by the RBI on behalf of the Government of India, whereas EGRs are exchange-traded securities regulated by SEBI. UPSC often tests distinctions among Gold ETFs, SGBs and EGRs.
Why this question? Distinguishes three major gold investment instruments.
Why important for UPSC? Capital market reforms are frequently tested.
PYQ Pattern Link: Similar to UPSC questions on financial instruments. -
Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Which one of the following correctly describes ‘Shabdalok’?
Correct
Solution (b)
Explanation
Shabdalok (Museum of Word) is India’s first immersive language museum, established at the National Library, Belvedere Estate, Kolkata, under the Ministry of Culture. It showcases the evolution of Indian languages, scripts, literature and oral traditions using immersive digital technologies. It is not exclusively devoted to tribal languages, nor is it a UNESCO project or a CIIL archive. UPSC often asks about newly established museums and links them with constitutional provisions relating to languages, including Articles 343–351 and the Eighth Schedule.
Why this question? Combines culture with constitutional language provisions.
Why important for UPSC? Museums and cultural institutions are recurring prelims topics.
PYQ Pattern Link: Similar to National Museum and tribal museum questions.Incorrect
Solution (b)
Explanation
Shabdalok (Museum of Word) is India’s first immersive language museum, established at the National Library, Belvedere Estate, Kolkata, under the Ministry of Culture. It showcases the evolution of Indian languages, scripts, literature and oral traditions using immersive digital technologies. It is not exclusively devoted to tribal languages, nor is it a UNESCO project or a CIIL archive. UPSC often asks about newly established museums and links them with constitutional provisions relating to languages, including Articles 343–351 and the Eighth Schedule.
Why this question? Combines culture with constitutional language provisions.
Why important for UPSC? Museums and cultural institutions are recurring prelims topics.
PYQ Pattern Link: Similar to National Museum and tribal museum questions. -
Question 4 of 5
4. Question
With reference to Narwar Fort, consider the following statements:
It is situated on a hill of the Vindhya Range overlooking the Sindh River.
It is associated in tradition with the story of Nala and Damayanti.
It is included among the UNESCO-listed Hill Forts of Rajasthan.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?Correct
Solution (a)
Explanation
Statements 1 and 2 are correct. Narwar Fort is located in Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, on the Vindhya Range, overlooking the Sindh River. It is traditionally linked with the Nala-Damayanti legend from the Mahabharata and exhibits Rajput, Sultanate, Mughal and Maratha architectural influences. Statement 3 is incorrect because Narwar Fort is not part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site “Hill Forts of Rajasthan.” It is, however, protected by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI). UPSC often tests distinctions between ASI-protected monuments and UNESCO sites.
Why this question? Tests ASI protection versus UNESCO recognition.
Why important for UPSC? Forts and heritage sites are favourite map-based questions.
PYQ Pattern Link: Similar to UPSC questions on Chittorgarh and Gwalior Fort.Incorrect
Solution (a)
Explanation
Statements 1 and 2 are correct. Narwar Fort is located in Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, on the Vindhya Range, overlooking the Sindh River. It is traditionally linked with the Nala-Damayanti legend from the Mahabharata and exhibits Rajput, Sultanate, Mughal and Maratha architectural influences. Statement 3 is incorrect because Narwar Fort is not part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site “Hill Forts of Rajasthan.” It is, however, protected by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI). UPSC often tests distinctions between ASI-protected monuments and UNESCO sites.
Why this question? Tests ASI protection versus UNESCO recognition.
Why important for UPSC? Forts and heritage sites are favourite map-based questions.
PYQ Pattern Link: Similar to UPSC questions on Chittorgarh and Gwalior Fort. -
Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Consider the following statements regarding the SMILE Scheme:
It is a Central Sector Scheme implemented by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment.
The scheme covers rehabilitation of persons engaged in begging as well as welfare of transgender persons.
Garima Grehs established under the scheme provide shelter for elderly persons engaged in begging.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?Correct
Solution (a)
Explanation
Statements 1 and 2 are correct. SMILE (Support for Marginalized Individuals for Livelihood and Enterprise) is a Central Sector Scheme of the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment. It has two components: rehabilitation of persons engaged in begging and welfare of transgender persons. Statement 3 is incorrect because Garima Grehs are shelter homes specifically established for transgender persons, not for elderly persons engaged in begging. The scheme follows a rights-based rehabilitation approach emphasizing rescue, shelter, skill development, healthcare and reintegration rather than criminalisation.
Why this question? Tests ministry, scheme components and Garima Grehs.
Why important for UPSC? Welfare schemes and implementing ministries are high-frequency topics.
PYQ Pattern Link: Similar to UPSC questions on PM-DAKSH and social justice schemes.Incorrect
Solution (a)
Explanation
Statements 1 and 2 are correct. SMILE (Support for Marginalized Individuals for Livelihood and Enterprise) is a Central Sector Scheme of the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment. It has two components: rehabilitation of persons engaged in begging and welfare of transgender persons. Statement 3 is incorrect because Garima Grehs are shelter homes specifically established for transgender persons, not for elderly persons engaged in begging. The scheme follows a rights-based rehabilitation approach emphasizing rescue, shelter, skill development, healthcare and reintegration rather than criminalisation.
Why this question? Tests ministry, scheme components and Garima Grehs.
Why important for UPSC? Welfare schemes and implementing ministries are high-frequency topics.
PYQ Pattern Link: Similar to UPSC questions on PM-DAKSH and social justice schemes.
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