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Maintaining consistency is one of the biggest issues faced by IAS Aspirants. Streak’s initiative is to help Aspirants in their day-to-day preparation. You can follow the monthly, weekly, and daily timetables and continue this streak until you find yourself on the final list.

Please register for Streak Initiative (free) through this link:- https://www.civilsdaily.com/course/streak-daily-initiative/

You will get following study material:-

1. Questions (PDF).
2. RSTV/Yojana monthly notes (PDF).
3. Burning issue (PDF).
4. Subject specific (PDF).
5. Mentor’s phone call for support & encouragement.

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Daily Study Plan with Answer Writing Challenge || STREAK FREE INITIATIVE FOR UPSC IAS – by Ravi Ranjan

UPSC PRELIMS-2021 || Current Affairs Based Most Probable Questions on Geography – by Sukanya Rana

Q1) With respect to Javadhu Hills, consider the following statements: 

1. It is an extension of the Eastern Ghats spread across parts of the state of Tamil Nadu in southeastern India. 
2. Malayali tribal people constitutes the majority of the inhabitants of the Javadhu hills. 
3. Vainu Bappu Observatory, India‟s astronomical observatory owned and operated by the Indian Institute of Astrophysics, is located in the Javadhu Hills. 

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct? 

a. 1 only 

b. 1 and 3 only 

c. 2 and 3 only 

d. 1, 2 and 3

Q2) Which of the following is/are the effects of temperature inversion?

1. Visibility may be greatly reduced below the inversion.

2. It results in less rainfall.

3. Diurnal variations tend to be very large due to inversions.

Select the correct option:

a. 1 and 2 only

b. 2 and 3 only

c. 1 and 3 only

d. All the above

Q3) Consider the following statements with respect to Red Rice 

1. The red rice, locally known as Baodhaan, is rich in Iron content. 

2. It is grown in the Brahmaputra valley of Assam, without the use of any chemical fertilizer. 

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct? 

a. 1 only 

b. 2 only 

c. Both 1 and 2 

d. Neither 1 nor 2

Q4) Consider the following statements with respect to Simlipal Biosphere Reserve 

1. Simlipal, which derive its name from „Simul‟ (silk cotton) tree, is a national park and a tiger reserve situated in Odisha. 
2. Sal is a dominant tree species in the reserve. 
3. The reserve that lies in the eastern end of the eastern ghat was declared a biosphere reserve in 1994. 

Which of the statements given above are correct? 

a. 1 and 2 only 

b. 1 and 3 only 

c. 2 and 3 only 

d. 1, 2 and 3

Maintaining consistency is one of the biggest issues faced by IAS Aspirants. Streak’s initiative is to help Aspirants in their day-to-day preparation. You can follow the monthly, weekly, and daily timetables and continue this streak until you find yourself on the final list.

Please register for Streak Initiative (free) through this link:- https://www.civilsdaily.com/course/streak-daily-initiative/

You will get following study material:-

1. Questions (PDF).
2. RSTV/Yojana monthly notes (PDF).
3. Burning issue (PDF).
4. Subject specific (PDF).
5. Mentor’s phone call for support & encouragement.

_____________________________________________

Daily Study Plan with Answer Writing Challenge || STREAK FREE INITIATIVE FOR UPSC IAS – by Ravi Ranjan

UPSC PRELIMS-2021 || Current Affairs Based Most Probable Questions on Geography – by Sukanya Rana

Q1) With respect to Tropical Cyclones, consider the following statements: 

1. A tropical cyclone is a rotating low pressure weather system that has organized thunderstorms but has no fronts. 

2. Tropical cyclones rotate clockwise in the Northern Hemisphere. 

3. Tropical cyclones across the globe, except South Pacific Typhoons, are moving westward, closer to land, in recent decades. 

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct? 

a. 1 only 

b. 1 and 2 only 

c. 1 and 3 only 

d. 1, 2 and 3

Q2) Consider the following statements with respect to Mid-ocean ridges?

1. They are created by the upwelling of basaltic lava and lateral rifting of ocean crust.
2. They cover the largest fraction of the abyssal zone in the Arctic Ocean and are absent from the Mediterranean and Black Sea.
3. The mid-ocean ridges are the Earth’s largest volcanic system.
4. They are absent in the South Pacific Ocean.

Select the correct code using the codes given below.

a. 1, 2 and 3 only

b. 2, 3 and 4 only

c. 1 and 4 only

d. All the above

Q3) Polar fleeing force relates to:

a. Revolution of the Earth

b. Rotation of the earth

c. Gravitation

d. Tides

Q4) Consider the following statements with respect to the troposphere.

1. The troposphere is marked by temperature inversion, turbulence and eddies.
2. It is the atmospheric layer between the earth’s surface and an altitude of 16 km at the poles.
3. It is meteorologically the most significant zone in the entire atmosphere.
4. It is also called the convective region.

Select the correct code using the codes given below.

a. 2 and 3 only

b. 1, 3 and 4 only

c. 1, 2 and 4 only

d,. All the above

Maintaining consistency is one of the biggest issues faced by IAS Aspirants. Streak’s initiative is to help Aspirants in their day-to-day preparation. You can follow the monthly, weekly, and daily timetables and continue this streak until you find yourself on the final list.

Please register for Streak Initiative (free) through this link:- https://www.civilsdaily.com/course/streak-daily-initiative/

You will get following study material:-

1. Questions (PDF).
2. RSTV/Yojana monthly notes (PDF).
3. Burning issue (PDF).
4. Subject specific (PDF).
5. Mentor’s phone call for support & encouragement.

_____________________________________________

Daily Study Plan with Answer Writing Challenge || STREAK FREE INITIATIVE FOR UPSC IAS – by Ravi Ranjan

UPSC PRELIMS-2021 || Current Affairs Based Most Probable Questions on International Relations – by Sukanya Rana

Q1) Consider the following statements with respect to International Labour Conference (ILC)

1. The member States of the International Labour Organization (ILO) meet at the ILC every year in Geneva, Switzerland.
2. Every two years the Conference adopts the ILO’s biennial work programme and budget, which is financed by member States.

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?
a. 1 only
b. 2 only
c. Both 1 and 2
d. Neither 1 nor 2

Q2) Consider the following statements with respect to UN Economic and Social Council (UN-ECOSOC) 

1. India was recently elected to ECOSOC from the Asia-Pacific States category for the 2022-24 term. 

2. The ECOSOC, established in 1945 by the 4th Geneva Convention, is one among the six main organs of the United Nations (UN). 

3. The council‟s 54 members are elected for three-year terms by the General Assembly based on geographical representation. 

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct? 

a. 2 only 

b. 1 and 2 only 

c. 1 and 3 only 

d. 1, 2 and 3

Q3) Consider the following statements with respect to East Coast Economic Corridor (ECEC) 

1. It stretches from West Bengal to Tamil Nadu and connects India to the production networks of South, Southeast, and East Asia. 

2. Asian Development Bank (ADB) is the lead partner of the Government of India in developing East Coast Economic Corridor (ECEC). 

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct? 

a. 1 only 

b. 2 only 

c. Both 1 and 2 

d. Neither 1 nor 2

Q4) Which of the following countries are not parts of Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries Plus (OPEC+)?

1. India 

2. Russia 

3. Malaysia 

4. Australia 

5. South Sudan 

Select the correct answer using the codes given below: 

a. All except 1 

b. 1 and 4 only 

c. 1, 3 and 4 only 

d. 2, 3 and 5 only

Q5) Fit for 55 Package is a proposal of which of the following organizations? 

a. World Health Organization (WHO) 

b. UN-Developmental Program (UNDP) 

c. World Trade Organization (WTO) 

d. European Union (EU)

Maintaining consistency is one of the biggest issues faced by IAS Aspirants. Streak’s initiative is to help Aspirants in their day-to-day preparation. You can follow the monthly, weekly, and daily timetables and continue this streak until you find yourself on the final list.

Please register for Streak Initiative (free) through this link:- https://www.civilsdaily.com/course/streak-daily-initiative/

You will get following study material:-

1. Questions (PDF).
2. RSTV/Yojana monthly notes (PDF).
3. Burning issue (PDF).
4. Subject specific (PDF).
5. Mentor’s phone call for support & encouragement.

_____________________________________________

Daily Study Plan with Answer Writing Challenge || STREAK FREE INITIATIVE FOR UPSC IAS – by Ravi Ranjan

UPSC PRELIMS-2021 || Current Affairs Based Most Probable Questions on International Relations – by Sukanya Rana

Q1) Supply Chain Resilience Initiative (SCRI) which aims to build resilient supply chains in the Indo-Pacific region was launched by which of the following countries? 

1. India 

2. China 

3. Australia 

4. Sri Lanka 

5. New Zealand 

Select the correct answer using the codes given below: 

a. 1 and 3 only 

b. 1, 2 and 4 only 

c. 1, 2 and 4 only 

d. All of the above

Q2) Global EV Outlook 2021 is published by which of the following organisations? 

a. International Energy Agency 

b. Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development 

c. International Atomic Energy Agency 

d. International Renewable Energy Agency

Q3) With respect to India-UK bilateral relations, consider the following statements: 

1. India and the United Kingdom have enjoyed a Strategic Partnership since 2004. 

2. The UK is the 3rd largest inward investor in India, after Mauritius, and Singapore. 

3. Global Alliance for Vaccines and Immunisation (GAVI) was jointly initiated by India and the United Kingdom. 

Which of the statements given above are correct? 

a. 1 and 2 only 

b. 1 and 3 only 

c. 2 and 3 only 

d. 1, 2 and 3

Q4) With respect to One Health, sometimes seen in the news recently, consider the following statements: 

1. It is a high-level expert panel formed by the World Health Organization (WHO). 

2. It will study the emergence and spread of zoonotic diseases and advise global agencies on how future outbreaks, especially due to zoonotic diseases, can be averted. 

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct? 

a. 1 only 

b. 2 only 

c. Both 1 and 2 

d. Neither 1 nor 2

Q5) Consider the following statements with respective to Open Skies Treaty Arms Control Pact 

1. Under the treaty, a member state can “spy” on any part of the host nation, with the latter’s consent. 

2. Both the U.S and India are members of the treaty and Russia is not a member of the treaty. 

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct? 

a. 1 only 

b. 2 only 

c. Both 1 and 2 

d. Neither 1 nor 2

Maintaining consistency is one of the biggest issues faced by IAS Aspirants. Streak’s initiative is to help Aspirants in their day-to-day preparation. You can follow the monthly, weekly, and daily timetables and continue this streak until you find yourself on the final list.

Please register for Streak Initiative (free) through this link:- https://www.civilsdaily.com/course/streak-daily-initiative/

You will get following study material:-

1. Questions (PDF).
2. RSTV/Yojana monthly notes (PDF).
3. Burning issue (PDF).
4. Subject specific (PDF).
5. Mentor’s phone call for support & encouragement.

_____________________________________________

Daily Study Plan with Answer Writing Challenge || STREAK FREE INITIATIVE FOR UPSC IAS – by Ravi Ranjan

UPSC PRELIMS-2021 || Current Affairs Based Most Probable Questions on International Relations – by Sukanya Rana

Q1) Consider statements on Globally Important Agricultural Heritage Systems (GIAHS) Partnership Initiative:

1. Apatani wet rice cultivation and Kuttanad wetland agriculture are sites under FAO GIAHS.

2. Kuttanad Wetland Agriculture System is the only system in India that favours rice cultivation below sea level.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

a) 1 only

b) 2 only

c) Both 1 and 2

d) Neither 1 nor 2

Q2) Consider the following statements on International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR):

1. The ICCPR is monitored by the United Nations Human Rights Council.

2. All UN members are part of ICCPR.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

a) 1 only

b) 2 only

c) Both 1 and 2

d) Neither 1 nor 2

Q3) Consider the following statements:

1. Chemical Weapons Convention is an arms control treaty administered by the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW).

2. Non signatories to biological weapons convention include: Israel, Somalia, Iran, Syria.

Select correct option:

a) 1 only

b) 2 only

c) 1 and 2

d) None

Q4) Consider the following statements:

1. Prevention of arms race in outer space is a document governed under the outer space treaty.

2. Fissile material cut off treaty is legally binding on its signatories.

Select correct option:

a) 1 only

b)2 only

c) 1 and 2

d) None

Q5) Consider the following statements with respect to Exercise Shantir Ogroshena 2021 

1. It is a multilateral military exercise conducted by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. 

2. India and Pakistan are participating in the exercise along with Bhutan and Sri Lanka.

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct? 

a) 1 only 

b) 2 only 

c) Both 1 and 2 

d) Neither 1 nor 2

Maintaining consistency is one of the biggest issues faced by IAS Aspirants. Streak’s initiative is to help Aspirants in their day-to-day preparation. You can follow the monthly, weekly, and daily timetables and continue this streak until you find yourself on the final list.

Please register for Streak Initiative (free) through this link:- https://www.civilsdaily.com/course/streak-daily-initiative/

You will get following study material:-

1. Questions (PDF).
2. RSTV/Yojana monthly notes (PDF).
3. Burning issue (PDF).
4. Subject specific (PDF).
5. Mentor’s phone call for support & encouragement.

_____________________________________________

Daily Study Plan with Answer Writing Challenge || STREAK FREE INITIATIVE FOR UPSC IAS – by Ravi Ranjan

UPSC PRELIMS-2021 || Current Affairs Based Most Probable Questions on International Relations – by Sukanya Rana

Q1) Consider the following statements:

1. Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty (CTBT) is a multilateral treaty that bans all nuclear tests, for both civilian and military purposes, in all environments.

2. India has signed but not ratified the treaty.

Select correct option:

a) 1 only

b) 2 only

c) 1 and 2

d) None

Q2) Consider the following statements:

1. Fatf maintains a list of countries which are low tax jurisdictions or tax shelters.

2. Membership to Fatf and oecd are almost similar.

Select incorrect option:

a) 1 only

b) 2 only

c) 1 and 2

d) None

Q3) Consider the following statements:

1. ICJ is the only international court that adjudicates general disputes between countries, with its rulings and opinions serving as primary sources of international law.

2. ICC is the first and only permanent international court with jurisdiction to prosecute individuals for the international crimes of genocide, crimes against humanity, war crimes, and the crime of aggression.

Select incorrect option:

a) 1 only

b) 2 only

c) 1 and 2

d) None

Q4) Which of the following is not correctly matched?

a) Strait of Hormuz: Oman and Iran

b) Bab – el-Mandeb: Arabian sea and red sea

c) Strait of Magellan : Pacific and atlantic ocean

d) Dardanelles Strait connecting the Black sea and Aegean Sea

Q5) Consider the following statements on Mekong ganga cooperation:

1. The Mekong river runs through China, Myanmar, Laos, Thailand, Cambodia, and Vietnam.

2. Mekong ganga cooperation was formed in 2010.

3. Members include India, China, Myanmar, Laos, Thailand, Cambodia, and Vietnam.

Select correct statements:

a) 1 only

b) 1 and 2

c) 1 and 3

d) All

Maintaining consistency is one of the biggest issues faced by IAS Aspirants. Streak’s initiative is to help Aspirants in their day-to-day preparation. You can follow the monthly, weekly, and daily timetables and continue this streak until you find yourself on the final list.

Please register for Streak Initiative (free) through this link:- https://www.civilsdaily.com/course/streak-daily-initiative/

You will get following study material:-

1. Questions (PDF).
2. RSTV/Yojana monthly notes (PDF).
3. Burning issue (PDF).
4. Subject specific (PDF).
5. Mentor’s phone call for support & encouragement.

_____________________________________________

Daily Study Plan with Answer Writing Challenge || STREAK FREE INITIATIVE FOR UPSC IAS – by Ravi Ranjan

UPSC PRELIMS-2021 || Current Affairs Based Most Probable Questions on International Relations – by Sukanya Rana

Q1) Which of the following statements is/are correct about UNSC?

1. Asia-Pacific regional group holds three non-permanent seats and Africa holds two non-permanent seats.

2. The president of UNSC is a post held on a monthly rotation basis.

Select the correct option:

a. Only 1

b. Only 2

c. Both

d. None

Q2) Consider the following statements:

1. HDI indicates percentage loss in HDI due to inequality.

2. Gender Development Index is the measurement of gender inequality using dimensions like reproductive health, empowerment and participation in the labour market.

Which are correct statements:

a. 1 only

b. 2 only

c. 1 and 2

d. None

Q3) Consider the following statements:

1. The first summit of G20 was held in 2008 in Russia.

2. Canada, France, Germany, Italy, South Korea, UK and US are member states of G7.

Which are incorrect statements:

a. 1 only

b. 2 only

c. 1 and 2

d. None

Q4) Which countries are part of the grouping Mercosur?

1. Argentina

2. Uruguay

3. Paraguay 

4. Venezuela 

Select the correct options:

a. 1, 2 and 3

b. 2, 3 and 4

c. 1 and 3

d. All

Q5) Consider the following statements:

1. IAEA is an international organization that seeks to promote the peaceful use of nuclear energy, and to inhibit its use for any military purpose.

2. North Korea and Iran have withdrawn their membership from IAEA.

 Which are correct statements:

a. 1 only

b. 2 only

c. 1 and 2

d. None

Daily Dose: Complete Snapshots of Everyday News – by Shweta Mishra

Maintaining consistency is one of the biggest issues faced by IAS Aspirants. Streak’s initiative is to help Aspirants in their day-to-day preparation. You can follow the monthly, weekly, and daily timetables and continue this streak until you find yourself on the final list.

Please register for Streak Initiative (free) through this link:- https://www.civilsdaily.com/course/streak-daily-initiative/

You will get following study material:-

1. Questions (PDF).
2. RSTV/Yojana monthly notes (PDF).
3. Burning issue (PDF).
4. Subject specific (PDF).
5. Mentor’s phone call for support & encouragement.

_____________________________________________

Daily Study Plan with Answer Writing Challenge || STREAK FREE INITIATIVE FOR UPSC IAS – by Ravi Ranjan

UPSC PRELIMS-2021 || Current Affairs Based Most Probable Questions on International Relations – by Sukanya Rana

Q1) Which of the following are military bases of India outside?

1. Tajikistan
2. Oman
3. Djibouti
4. Madagascar

Select the correct option:

a) 1 and 2 only

b) 1, 2 and 3

c) 2, 3 and 4

d) 1, 2 and 4

Q2) Which of the following is part of IORA?

1. Comoros
2. UAE
3. Papua New Guinea
4. Kenya
5. Seychelles

Options:

a) 1, 2, 3, 5

b) 1, 3, 5

c) 1, 2, 4, 5

d) All

Q3) Consider the statements on Indian Ocean Commission:

1. Member states include Comoros, Madagascar, Mauritius, Mayotte, Reunion and seychelles.
2. The intergovernmental organization is aimed at social development of the region with help of international organizations like European union.

Correct statement:

a) 1 only

b) 2 only

c) 1 and 2

d) none

Q4) From north to south, which islands are arranged right from the Indian ocean?

a) Maldives – Seychelles – Mauritius – Reunion

b) Maldives – Seychelles – Reunion – Mauritius

c) Maldives – Mauritius – Seychelles – Reunion

d) Maldives – Mauritius – Reunion – Seychelles

Q5) Consider the following statements on regional groups:

1. Both SAARC and BIMSTEC are 7 member groups in south asia.
2. Saarc was formed in 1985 whereas bimstec was formed in 1997.
3. The first summit of SAARC was held in Nepal and that of BIMSTEC was in bangkok.

Select correct option:

a) 1 and 2 only

b) 1, 2 and 3

c) 2 and 3

d) None of the above

UPSC PRELIMS-2021 || Most Probable Questions on Polity – by Santosh Gupta

Q1) Consider the following statements 

1. The conditions of service and tenure of office of the election commissioners and the regional commissioners shall be determined by the president. 
2. They hold office for a term of six years or until they attain the age of 60 years, whichever is earlier. 
3. The Constitution has debarred the retiring election commissioners from any further appointment by the government.

 Which of the statements given above is/are incorrect?

a. 1 and 2 

b. 2 and 3

c. 1 and 3 

d. All of them 

Q2) Consider the following statements 

1. The President can remove the chairman or any other member of UPSC on grounds of misbehavior after referring the matter to the Supreme Court. 
2. The term misbehavior, however, has not been defined in the Constitution and has been left to the discretion of the President. 

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a. 1 only

b. 2 only

c. Both 1 and 2 

d. None of them

Q3) Consider the following statements about Finance Commission 

1. It is a permanent quasi judicial body constituted by the president of India
2. The members of the Finance Commission are not eligible for reappointment. 

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a. 1 only

b. 2 only

c. Both  1 AND 2 

d. None of them

Q4)  Which of the following statements regarding CAG of India is/are correct? 

1. The CAG is appointed by the president of India by a warrant under his hand and seal. 
2. He holds office for a period of six years or upto the age of 65 years, whichever is earlier. 
3. He holds office during the pleasure of the president as he is appointed by him. 

Select the correct answer using the codes given below

a. 1 and 2 only

b. 2 AND 3 only

c. 1 and 3 only

d. All of them

Q5) Consider the following statements 

1. The Attorney General (AG) is appointed by the president and he must be a person who is qualified to be appointed a judge of the Supreme Court. 
2. The term of office of the AG is 5 years. 
3. He holds office during the pleasure of the president. 

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a. 1 and 2 only

b. 2 and 3 only

c. 1 and 3 only

d. All of them