Category: Prelims Daily

Q.1) Recently the Department of Industrial Policy & Promotion (DIPP) was restructured as Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade, and has enhanced its role. Which of the following is not the added responsibility to the new structured Department?

1. Promotion of internal trade (including retail trade)
2. Welfare of traders and their employees
3. Matters relating to facilitating Ease of Doing Business
4. Matters relating to start-ups

Select the correct option:

a) Only 2

b) 2 and 3

c) 2 and 4

d) None of the above

Inspired by: DIPP rechristened to include internal trade

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Q.2) Consider the following statements about the rechristened Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade:

1. The department functions under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry.
2. It is also responsible for facilitating and increasing the foreign direct investment (FDI) flows to the country.
3. It is responsible for the overall industrial policy of the country.

Which of the given statements is/are correct?

a) 1 and 2

b) 2 and 3

c) 1 and 3

d) All are correct

Inspired by: DIPP rechristened to include internal trade

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Q.3) The Thangka paintings are native to:

a) Tibet

b) Myanmar

c) Bhutan

d) Ladakh (India)

Inspired by: International conference on 8th century sage held to mark 50 years of India-Bhutan ties

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Q.4) He was born in India and has visited Bhutan two times. He spent a large amount of his time in Nalanda there and then he travelled across the Himalayas. He is known as the second Buddha because he brought Buddhism in Bhutan and other Himalayan countries. There is an image or painting of the guru in every Bhutanese home or temple.

Which of the following spiritual personality is referred to in this paragraph?

a) Kanishka

b) Vasubandhu

c) Padmasambhava

d) Harsha

Inspired by: International conference on 8th century sage held to mark 50 years of India-Bhutan ties

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Q.5) Consider the following statements with respect to the Pradhan Mantri Shram-Yogi Maandhan Yojana:

1. It shall provide an assured monthly pension of Rs 3,000 from the age of 60 years on a monthly contribution of a small affordable amount during their working age.
2. An unorganised sector worker joining pension yojana at the age of 29 years will have to contribute only Rs 100 per month till the age of 60 years.
3. A worker joining the pension yojana at 18 years, will have to contribute as little as Rs 55 per month only.

Which of the given statements is/are correct?

a) All of the above

b) 1 and 2

c) 2 and 3

d) 1 and 3

Inspired by: Pradhan Mantri Shram-Yogi Maandhan Yojana

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Q.1) Consider the following statements:

1. The periodic table is an arrangement of all the elements known to man in accordance with their increasing atomic number and recurring chemical properties.
2. They are assorted in a tabular arrangement wherein a row is a period and a column is a group.
3. The idea of the Periodic Table was incepted by Henry Rutherford.

Which of the given statements is/are correct?

a) Only 2

b) 1 and 2

c) 1 and 3

d) All are correct

Inspired by: Periodic Table completes 150 years

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Q.2) Consider the following statements with respect to the Polar Vortex:

1. It spins in the stratosphere where most familiar weather patterns develop.
2. It forms a wall that protects the mid-latitudes from cold Arctic air.
3. In winter, the polar vortex sometimes becomes less stable and expands which leads to extreme cold in parts of USA.

Which of the given statements is/are correct?

a) All are correct

b) Only 1

c) 2 and 3

d) 1 and 3

Inspired by: What’s causing extreme cold in US Midwest

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Q.3) Motion of Thanks is a motion in Indian Parliament which follows the address of the President of India to the joint sitting of Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha at the:

1. Commencement of first session of a new Lok Sabha
2. First session of each year

Select the correct code:

a) Only 1

b) Only 2

c) Both 1 and 2

d) Neither 1 nor 2

Inspired by: Explained: The President’s address to both Houses of Parliament

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Q.4) Consider the following statements with respect to the P5+1 Countries:

1. The P5+1 refers to the UN Security Council’s five permanent members (the P5); namely China, France, Russia, the UK, and US; plus Germany.
2. It is a group joined together in diplomatic efforts with Iran with regard to its nuclear program.

Which of the given statements is/are correct?

a) Only 1

b) Only 2

c) Both 1 and 2

d) Neither 1 nor 2

Inspired by: China refuses to budge, says India must sign NPT to gain entry into NSG

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Q.5) Carnot Cycle more closely resembles to the:

a) Heat Engine

b) Propulsion Jet engine

c) Turbines

d) All of the above

Inspired by: Economic Times

 

 

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Q.1) “The Future of Rail” Report recently seen in news is published by:

a) Ministry of Railways

b) NITI Aayog

c) International Energy Agency (IEA)

d) All of the above

Inspired by: [pib] Railway Ministry launches the IEA’s Report “The Future of Rail”

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Q.2) Which of the given statements about the South Asian Nitrogen Hub (SANH) is/are not correct?

1. It is an executive body under the UN Environment.
2. It aims to study the impact of the different forms of pollution to form a coherent picture of the nitrogen cycle.
3. It focuses at nitrogen in agriculture in eight countries – India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, Afghanistan, Sri Lanka, Bhutan and Maldives.

Select the correct option:

a) Only 1

b) Only 2

c) 2 and 3

d) All are correct

Inspired by: Nitrogen Pollution

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Q.3) The Airpocalypse III report recently seen in news is released by:

a) Greenpeace International

b) World Economic Forum

c) Friends of the Earth

d) None of these

Inspired by: Airpocalypse III Report

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Q.4) The Valmiki National Park and Tiger Reserve often seen in news for joint tiger census between India and Nepal is in the state of:

a) Uttar Pradesh

b) Bihar

c) West Bengal

d) Both a and b

Inspired by: No Indo-Nepal pact on tigers yet

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Q.5) The Kra Canal sometimes seen in news connects:

a) Andaman Sea and South China Sea

b) Andaman Sea and Yellow Sea

c) South China Sea and Yellow Sea

d) Andaman Sea and Java Sea

Inspired by: [op-ed snap] Stormy weather awaits India in 2019

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Q.1) The St. Petersburg Declaration of 2010 is related to:

a) Tiger Conservation

b) Oceanic Plastic Waste

c) Eco-sensitive Zones

d) None of these

Inspired by: India can’t handle more tigers, say experts

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Q.2) The blaNDM-1 recently seen in news is a:

a) Bacteria

b) Fungus

c) Superbug gene

d) Virus

Inspired by: New Delhi superbug reaches the Arctic

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Q.3) Consider the following statements with respect to the Programme for International Student Assessment or PISA:

1. It is a competency-based test, which evaluates the learning level of 15YO students in reading, mathematics and science.
2. It is an initiative of UN Development Programme.
3. The tests will be held across all the Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS), Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS) and schools in the country.

Which of the given statements is/are correct?

a) All are correct

b) 1 only

c) 1 and 2

d) 2 and 3

Inspired by: Indian students to participate in PISA 2021

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Q.4) Recently the first survey of captive elephants was held in the country. With reference to this survey, consider the following statements:

1. The survey was conducted by the Animal Welfare Board of India.
2. There are 2,454 elephants in captivity, of which 560 are in possession with forest departments and 1,687 with private individuals.
3. Assam and Kerala account for more than half the nationwide total of 2,454.

Which of the given statements is/are correct?

a) Only 2

b) 1 and 2

c) 2 and 3

d) All are correct

Inspired by: First Captive Elephant Survey

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Q.5) Which of the given statements about the Cosmic Microwave Background (CMB) is/are not correct?

a) The Cosmic Microwave Background (CMB) is the leftover radiation from the Big Bang, or the time when the universe began.

b) The CMB represents the heat left over from the Big Bang.

c) It is easily observable to a layman.

d) Its radiation is most visible in the microwave part of the electromagnetic spectrum.

Inspired by: Project Cosmic Microwave Background-Bharat

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Q.1) The READY Scheme is related to:

a) Skilling India

b) Startups

c) Agri-Business

d) MSMEs

Inspired by: [pib] ICAR launches National Agricultural Higher Education Project (NAHEP)

https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/pib-icar-launches-national-agricultural-higher-education-project-nahep/

Q.2) The CRIC 17 conference referring to the decline in forest cover was recently held. It is a part of:

a) UN Environment

b) UN Convention to Combat Desertification

c) UNFCCC

d) IPCC

Inspired by: Earth’s tree-covered areas fell by 35,204 sq km in 15 years

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Q.3) Consider the following statements:

1. Input tax credit means that when a manufacturer pays the tax on his output, he can deduct the tax he previously paid on the input he purchased.
2. While paying the tax on his output, he can deduct or take credit for the tax he paid while purchasing inputs.

Which of the given statements is/are not correct?

a) Only 1

b) Only 2

c) Both 1 and 2

d) Neither 1 nor 2

Inspired by: Tax officials to examine high usage of Input Tax Credits

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Q.4) The Zearalenone is a:

a) Pesticide traces in Cereals

b) Fungal Toxin

c) Contaminated Gene

d) None

Inspired by: Explained: Zearalenone in cereals

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Q.5) The V. Surendra Mohan v. Union of India case is related to:

a) Disabled People

b) Temple Entry

c) Transgender Rights

d) Manual Scavenging Prevention

Inspired by: [op-ed snap] Capable even if disabled

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Q.1) The Yuva Swabhiman Scheme which guarantees 100 days of employment every year to the EWS youths is an initiative of:

a) Gujarat

b) Manipur

c) Madhya Pradesh

d) Chhattisgarh

Inspired by: Yuva Swabhiman Yojana

Economic Indicators and Various Reports On It- GDP, FD, EODB, WIR etc

Q.2) Consider the following statements:

1. The Fiscal Responsibility and Budget Management (FRBM) Review Committee Report has recommended a debt to GDP ratio of 60% for the general (combined) government by 2023, comprising 40% for the Central Government and 20% for the State Government.
2. The Central Government has domestic liabilities of 21% of GDP as compared to that of 49% of GDP of the State Government.
3. As per the Constitution of India, it is mandatory for a State to take the Central Government’s consent for raising any loan if the former owes any outstanding liabilities to the letter.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct? (CSP 2018)

a) 1 only

b) 2 and 3 only

c) 1 and 3 only

d) 1, 2 and 3

Inspired by: Centre’s debt-to-GDP falls, States’ rises

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Q.3) Consider the following statements with respect to the Jan Shikshan Sansthan (JSS) Scheme:

1. It is an initiative under Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship.
2. It aims to improve the vocational skills and quality of life of industrial workers amongst various others.
3. The JSS is aligned with National Skills Qualification Framework.

Which of the given statements is/are correct?

a) All are correct

b) 1 and 2

c) 2 only

d) 1 only

Inspired by: Skill Ministry strengthens Jan Shikshan Sansthans

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Q.4) The Red Fort Declaration for Strategic Partnership was partnered by India with:

a) Australia

b) Germany

c) South Africa

d) All of the above

Inspired by: Explained: Why India-South Africa relations are unique

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Q.5) The DAMAN Initiative is related to:

a) Health

b) Shipping

c) Skill Training

d) Higher Education

Inspired by: The Hindu

 

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Q.1) Consider the following statements with respect to the Mugger Crocodile in India:

1. The crocodile is endemic to India.
2. It has been listed as vulnerable on the IUCN Red List since 1982.
3. It is protected under Schedule I of the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972.

Which of the given statements is/are correct?

a) Only 1

b) 1 and 2

c) 2 and 3

d) None

Inspired by: Crocodylus palustris, a crocodile species that is being removed from the Narmada

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Q.2) Recently the indigenous produced bio-fuel has been finally cleared for use by the Armed Forces aircrafts. With reference to this, consider the following statements:

1. The approval for the use of bio-jet fuel as fuel is granted by the DRDO in India.
2. This bio-jet fuel has been produced from seeds of Jatropha plant.
3. The fuel presently, is ready to use by all sorts of aircrafts in the armed forces.

Which of the given statements is/are not correct?

a) Only 1

b) 1 and 2

c) 1 and 3

d) All of the above

Inspired by: [pib] Bio-Jet fuel for Military Aircrafts

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Q.3) The Shailesh Nayak Committee recommendations sometimes seen in news are related to:

a) Prohibition of Trawling

b) Coastal Regulation Zones

c) Eco-Sensitive Zones

d) None of these

Inspired by: MoEFCC notifies new CRZ norms

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Q.4) The Haber-Bosch Process is related to:

a) Ozone Depletion

b) Nitrogen Fixation

c) Oceanic Acidification

d) None of these

Inspired by: The Hindu

 

Q.5) The Bandipur National Park is a part of:

a) Sheshachalam Biosphere Reserve

b) Nilgiri BR

c) Agasthyamalai BR

d) None of the above

Inspired by: The Hindu

 

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Q.1) The India-Africa Field Training:

1. Aims to synergise United Nations peacekeeping operations.
2. It is jointly held between India and South Africa.
3. It will be held in Nigeria.

Select the incorrect option:

a) 1 and 2

b) Only 1

c) 2 and 3

d) All are incorrect

Inspired by: [pib] IAFTX- 2019

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Q.2) Consider the following statements with respect to the Exercise Sea Vigil:

1. It is the largest coastal defence drill ever conducted by India since a decade.
2. It aims to simultaneously activate the coastal security mechanism across all 13 coastal States and Union Territories.
3. The Coast Guards is the designated agency responsible for overall maritime security, including offshore and coastal security.

Which of the given statements is/are correct?

a) Only 1

b) 1 and 2

c) 1 and 3

d) All are correct

Inspired by: Exercise Sea Vigil

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Q.3) The Goods and Services Tax Appellate Tribunal (GSTAT):

1. Bench is to be located in New Delhi.
2. Is to be presided by Union Finance Minister.

Select the correct alternative:

a) Both 1 and 2

b) Only 1

c) Only 2

d) Neither 1 nor 2

Inspired by: [pib] Cabinet approves creation of the National Bench of GST Appellate Tribunal (GSTAT)

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Q.4) Consider the following statements with respect to the Pravasi Teerth Darshan Yojana:

1. It is a special scheme for Indian diaspora which includes government sponsored religious tourism.
2. It will be held biannually.
3. Every person above the age of 16 is eligible for this scheme.

Which of the given statements is/are correct?

a) 1 and 2

b) 2 and 3

c) 1 and 3

d) All are correct

Inspired by: PM launches Pravasi Teerth Darshan Yojana

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Q.5) The Supreme Court Judgment in Kedar Nath Singh v. State of Bihar (1962) Case is regarding to:

a) Grant of Special Status

b) Article 35A

c) Sedition

d) None of these

Inspired by: [Explained] Sedition and its discontents

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Q.1) The Project ReWeave, an e-com portal for various products of handloom weavers was recently facilitated by:

a) Microsoft

b) Google

c) NITI Aayog

d) Ministry of MSMEs

Inspired by: Project ReWeave enables handloom weavers to sell crafts online

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Q.2) The Global Talent Competitive Index (GTCI) recently seen in news is released by:

a) INSEAD

b) OPEC

c) Ford Inc.

d) CRISIL

Inspired by: India ranks 80th on Global Talent Competitive Index 2019

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Q.3) The VaR analysis sometimes seen in news is related to:

a) Electricity Distribution

b) Banking

c) Export-Import

d) Immigration

Inspired by: [op-ed snap] Legislating payments out of RBI’s excess capital could compromise its independence

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Q.4) The Size India project recently seen in news is related to:

a) Clothing

b) Big Data

c) Logistics

d) None of these

Inspired by: The Hindu

 

Q.5) Mission Indradhanush’ launched by the Government of India pertains to:

a) Immunization of children and pregnant women

b) construction of smart cities across the country

c) India’s own search for the Earth-like planets in outer space

d) New Educational Policy

Inspired by: CSP 2016

 

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Q.1) Which of the following statements about the Alliance to End Plastic Waste (AEPW) is/are correct?

a) The AEPW is an initiative under the UNEP.

b) It aims to mobilise $1 billion to eliminate plastic waste across the world.

c) The Alliance mostly emphasises on Municipal Plastic Waste and its management.

d) India is an observer and will not participate in the initiative.

Inspired by: Global alliance of companies to eliminate plastic waste launched

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Q.2) Consider the following statements:

1. Indian citizens going to Nepal and Bhutan do not necessarily need a visa.
2. Any Indian can use Aadhaar as ID proof instead of a visa.

Which of the given statements is/are correct?

a) Both 1 and 2

b) Only 1

c) Only 2

d) Neither 1 nor 2

Inspired by: Indians can use Aadhaar to visit Nepal, Bhutan

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Q.3) The National Social Assistance Programme (NSAP):

1. Is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme under the Ministry of Rural Development.
2. Aims to provide financial assistance to the elderly, widows and persons with disabilities in the form of social pensions
3. It uses SECC data for identifying beneficiaries.

Select the incorrect codes:

a) 1 and 3

b) Only 2

c) Only 3

d) All are correct

Inspired by: Centre proposes to hike monthly pensions for the elderly poor, disabled and widows

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Q.4) Which of the following Asian countries is/are not the member of International Solar Alliance?

1. Pakistan
2. Bhutan
3. Sri Lanka
4. Bangladesh

Select the correct alternative:

a) 1 and 3

b) 1 and 2

c) 1, 2 and 3

d) All are members

Inspired by: International Solar Alliance plans bank to fund energy access

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Q.5)  Recently the government of Arunachal Pradesh has declared the Pakke Paga Hornbill Festival (PPHF)–the state’s only conservation festival, as a “state festival”. With reference to the festival, consider the following statements:

1. The PPHF is being celebrated since colonial era.
2. The resident Nyishi tribe plays a pivotal role in conserving hornbills in the region.
3. The festival includes cultural programmes, food stalls, plays, sightseeing, river and village walks, bird-watching, as well as local tribal sports and dances.

Which of the given statements is/are correct?

a) Only 3

b) 1 and 3

c) 2 and 3

d) All are correct

Inspired by: Arunachal govt declares Pakke Hornbill Fest as ‘state festival’

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