Category: Prelims Daily

Q.1) With reference to the India Post Payment Bank Project, consider the following statements:

1. It seeks to provide banking services at doorstep to rural areas.
2. Specially recruited personnel will provide such facilities in remote areas.

Which of the given statements is/are correct?

a) Only 1

b) Only 2

c) Both 1 and 2

d) None of the above

Inspired by: [pib] Cabinet approves Revised Cost Estimate for setting up of India Post Payments Bank

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Q.2) The S-400 anti aircraft system was recently in news. The missile is developed by which of the following countries?

a) Israel

b) US

c) France

d) Russia

Inspired by: 2+2 talks to focus on China

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Q.3) The issue of malicious content, hate mongering etc on Social Media platforms are regulated in India by which of the following body/organisation?

a) CBI

b) Cert-In

c) NCRB

d) State police authorities

Inspired by: Anti-lynching measures: social media sites to be held responsible

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Q.3) NASA’s Spitzer Telescope has recently completed 15 years since its launch. Which of the following statements about the telescope is/are correct?

1. It used the Infrared Array Camera (IRAC) for the observations.
2. It assisted in the detection of seven Earth-size exo-planets orbiting the star TRAPPIST-1.

Select the correct code:

a) Only 1

b) Only 2

c) Both 1 and 2

d) None of the above

Inspired by: NASA’s Spitzer telescope completes 15 years in space

https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/nasas-spitzer-telescope-completes-15-years-in-space/

 

Q.4) Which of the following countries is/are not a participant in the Vostok -2018 exercise held in Russia?

1. China
2. Mongolia
3. Taiwan
4. South Korea

Select the correct codes from the following options:

a) 2 and 3

b) 1 and 2

c) 3 and 4

d) 1 and 4

Inspired by: Russia and China to counter Washington’s “hegemonic impulse” with giant military exercise

The Hindu

 

Q.5) Ganga Box an initiative under Clean Ganga Mission is sponsored by which of the following countries?

a) France

b) Australia

c) Germany

d) EU

Inspired by: Germany to give Rs 990 crore loan for Ganga clean-up

Times of India

 

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Q.1) Prime Minister’s Science, Technology and Innovation Advisory Council (PM-STIAC) was formed recently by scrapping two Scientific Advisory Committees (SAC) for the Prime Minister and the Cabinet.

Which of the following statements about PM-STIAC is/are correct?

1. It will be chaired by Prime Minister.
2. It is set to act as a high-level advisory body to several ministries and execute mission-oriented programmes for these ministries.

Select the correct codes from the given options:

a) Only 1

b) Only 2

c) Both 1 and 2

d) None of the above

Inspired by: Govt. jettisons scientific advisory panels

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Q.2) In context to the appointment of Chief Justice of India, consider the following statements:

1. The senior-most judge of the Supreme Court is considered fit to hold the office according to the Constitution of India.
2. CJI recommends the name of new to be CJI to the Law Ministry and the Ministry then conveys it to the President of India.

Which of the given statements is/are incorrect?

a) Only 1

b) Only 2

c) Both 1 and 2

d) None of the above

Inspired by: Law ministry writes to Chief Justice of India Dipak Misra to recommend successor

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Q.3) Consider the following statements about Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI):

1. It is a Central-PSU of the Union Ministry of Commerce and Industry.
2. The company’s mandate has been broadened to cover the entire renewable energy domain.

Which of the given statements is/are correct?

a) Both 1 and 2

b) Only 1

c) Only 2

d) None of the above.

Inspired by: India all set to introduce cap on solar power tariffs

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Q.4) Project Navlekha, an online AI based platform for book publishers is developed by which of the following organizations?

a) Facebook

b) Microsoft

c) Apple

d) Google

Inspired by: When we build for India, we build for the world

Economic Times

 

Q.5) Recently the fourth edition of Asian electoral stakeholders forum (AESF-IV) was held in which of the following countries?

a) Bangladesh

b) Pakistan

c) Sri Lanka

d) Nepal

Inspired by: Fourth Asian electoral stakeholders forum (AESF-IV) set to begin

All India Radio

 

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Q.1) Recently Scientists have identified a potential universal influenza vaccine that could protect people against most strains of the virus.

Which of the following statements about the vaccine is/are correct?

1. It induces a strong antibody response to a structure on the surface of flu viruses, called the hemagglutinin (HA) stalk.

2. This vaccine could be given very fewer times as compared to seasonal flu vaccines or tetanus vaccine.

Select the correct alternative:

a) Only 1

b) Only 2

c) Both 1 and 2

d) None of the above.

Inspired by: A universal flu vaccine identified

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Q.2) Pakistan has sought the construction of Pakal Dul and Lower Kalnai Hydel projects as a violation of the Indus Water Treaty by India. These dams are constructed on the basin of which of the following Rivers?

a) Ravi

b) Jhelum

c) Chenab

d) Beas

Inspired by: Indus water panel to discuss Pakistan’s objection to Indian projects

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Q.3) Right to abolish untouchability is mentioned in the constitution under:

a) Article 17

b) Article 21

c) Article 123

d) Article 14

Inspired by: [op-ed snap] Ways to read the Constitution

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Q.4) Biofuel can be obtained from:

1. Jatropha
2. Vegetable oil (palm)
3. Hemp

Choose the correct answer from the codes below

a) 1 only

b) 1 & 2 only

c) 1 & 3 only

d) All of the above

Inspired by: [pib] India’s first biofuel powered flight undertakes a maiden voyage

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Q.5) Digital Sky platform, recently seen in the news is related to:

a) Portal for providing discounts to flight users

b) A single platform to regulate drone operations

c) Government’s new plan for international UDAN scheme

d) None of the above

Inspired by: [pib] Government announces Regulations for Drones

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Q.1) Aeolus satellite launched by European Space Agency (ESA) is related to the study of which of the following space study?

a) Wind Flow around Earth

b) Luminiferous Ether of Sun on Earth

c) Presence of Ice on moon

d) Atmosphere of Mars

Inspired by: ESA satellite to improve weather forecast launched

https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/esa-satellite-to-improve-weather-forecast-launched/

 

Q.2) Article 169 of the Constitution of India provides for the establishment of a Legislative Council of a state. Which of the following statements about the Powers of Legislative Councils (LC) is are correct?

1. Legislative power of LCs is same as that of Rajya Sabha.
2. There is no provision for joint sittings of Legislative assembly of state and that of LCs unlike in Parliament.

Select the correct alternatives:

a) Only 1

b) Only 2

c) Both 1 and 2

d) None of the above

Inspired by: Odisha to get Legislative Council

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Q.3) Under the Ayushman Bharat- NHPM, Trust Model is accepted for Premium Payment to the insurers. Consider the following statements about Trust Model:

1. Under the trust model, the premium will not be paid to an insurance company, but will be pooled into a trust.
2. This trust will manage and administer the health scheme and also pay the claims.

Which of the given statements is/are correct?

a) Only 1

b) Only 2

c) Both 1 and 2

d) None

Inspired by: Ayushman Bharat and concepts of insurance

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Q.4) Consider the following statements about New Strategic Partnership Model for defence purchase and Manufacturing:

1. It is released by Ministry of Defence.
2. It enables Indian Private firms in “Make in India” Defence Production.

Which of the given statements is/are correct?

a) Both 1 and 2

b) Only 1

c) Only 2

d) None of the above.

Inspired by: New copters to enable tech transfer

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Q.5) Atmiyata Project is related to spreading awareness regarding which of the following issue?

a) Health of Sanitation Workers

b) Mental Health

c) Cervical Cancer

d) Tuberculosis

Inspired by: [op-ed snap] A plan for change

https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/op-ed-snap-a-plan-for-change-on-mental-healthcare-act/

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Q.1) Valongo Wharf, recently seen in news is a place situated in:

a) Brazil

b) Kongo

c) Vietnam

d) Indonesia

Inspired by: 20 years since slave trade was abolished

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Q.2) Haitian revolution was related to

a) Demand of new constitution

b) Abolition of slave trade

c) Inclusion into Commonwealth

d) Abolition of secularism

Inspired by: 20 years since slave trade was abolished

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Q.3) Consider the following regarding National Logistics Portal:

1. It is being developed to ensure ease of trading in domestic markets only
2. The portal will link all the stakeholders of export-import, domestic trade and all trade activities on a single platform

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

a) 1 only

b) 2 only

c) Both 1 & 2

d) Neither 1 nor 2

Inspired by: National Logistics Portal to boost trade competitiveness

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Q.4) Consider the following regarding Logistics sector in India

1. Logistics costs currently account for 14% share in GDP
2. India eyes lowering logistics cost from 14 per cent of GDP to less than 10 per cent by 2022

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

a) 1 only

b) 2 only

c) Both 1 & 2

d) Neither 1 nor 2

Inspired by: National Logistics Portal to boost trade competitiveness

https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/national-logistics-portal-to-boost-trade-competitiveness/

Q.5) Consider the following statements regarding Solar Energy Corporation of India Limited (SECI):

1. It is a company of the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy, Government of India, established to facilitate the implementation of Jawaharlal Nehru National Solar Mission
2. The company’s mandate has now been broadened to cover the entire renewable energy domain

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

a) 1 only

b) 2 only

c) Both 1 & 2

d) Neither 1 nor 2

Inspired by: [pib] India’s First ISTS connected Wind Power Project Commissioned

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Q.1) Article 19 (1) (g) provides for Right to practice any profession, trade or business subjected to certain restrictions (Professions requiring specific professional & technical qualifications). Consider the following statements:

1. Only doctors have certain fundamental duties under Article 51(A) towards their fellow citizens.

2. As originally mentioned in the constitution, State can stop government doctors from taking voluntary retirement in public interest.

Which of the given statements is/are correct?

a) Both 1 and 2

b) Only 1

c) Only 2

d) None of the above

Inspired by: State can stop voluntary retirement of doctors

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Q.2) Consider the following statements regarding EPFO:

1. EPFO assists the Central Board in administering only a compulsory contributory Provident Fund Scheme
2. Central Board of Trustees (CBT) is the EPFO’s apex decision-making body

Which of the given statements is/are correct?

a) Both 1 and 2

b) Only 1

c) Only 2

d) None of the above

Inspired by: EPFO data not the right gauge of employment level

https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/epfo-data-not-the-right-gauge-of-employment-level/

Q.3) CERT-In is the nodal agency which deals with:

a) Cybersecurity threats

b) Agriculture Policies

c) Disaster management

d) Digital India scheme

Inspired by: 35% of cyber attacks on Indian sites from China: official report

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Q.4) Consider the following statements regarding International Council on Monuments and Sites (ICOMOS):

1. It is a professional association that works for the conservation and protection of cultural heritage places around the world
2. It was founded as a result of the Venice Charter of 1964

Which of the given statements is/are correct?

a) Both 1 and 2

b) Only 1

c) Only 2

d) None of the above

Inspired by: ICOMOS launches initiative to save cultural heritage damaged in Kerala floods

https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/icomos-launches-initiative-to-save-cultural-heritage-damaged-in-kerala-floods/

Q.5) Jhum orJhoom cultivation is a type of:

a) Plantation agriculture

b) Slash-and-burn agriculture

c) Organic farming method

d) None of the above

Inspired by: [pib] NITI Aayog launches 5 Thematic Reports on Sustainable Development in Indian Himalayan Region

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Q.1) The Open Defecation (ODF) Protocols of Swachh Bharat Mission (SBM) – Urban released by Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs. Consider the following statements about status of open defecation in India.

1. The original ODF protocol is notified as ODF city/ward if, at any point of the day, not a single person is found defecating in the open.
2. Elimination of public urination is included in the advanced ODF++ protocol.
3. Till now, there has not been any provision regarding open urination.

Which of the given statements is/are not correct?

a) 1 and 2

b) 2 and 3

c) 2 only

d) All are correct

Inspired by: Swachhata to target open urination too

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Q.2) To curb easy availability of online child porn and gang rape videos, the Centre has designated the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) to act on such online content. With respect to the mandate, consider the following statements:

1. NCRB can initiate probe either on the basis of complaints or by taking suo motu cognizance.
2. The charge has been conferred on NCRB under section 79 of the Information Technology Act, 2000.

Which of the given about statements NCRB is/are correct?

a) Both 1 and 2

b) Only 1

c) Only 2

d) None of the above

Inspired by: NCRB to track complaints on sexual violence

https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/ncrb-to-track-complaints-on-sexual-violence/

 

Q.3) The UDAN International scheme is designed for State governments that are keen to promote air connectivity on international routes. Consider the following statements about UDAN International Scheme:

1. The scheme is meant for domestic as well as international airlines.
2. These airlines will have to conduct a minimum of three and a maximum of seven departures on a given route on three days in a week.
3. There is no capping of air fares unlike the original RCS (regional connectivity scheme) UDAN.

Which of the given statements is/are not correct?

a) 2 and 3

b) Only 1

c) Only 2

d) 1 and 3

Inspired by: Centre unveils International UDAN

https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/centre-unveils-international-udan/

 

Q.4) Aṭṭhamahāṭhānāni or the Buddha Path refers to-

a) Eight Places where ashes of Buddha are buried under a Stupa.

b) Guidelines or Set of Rules to follow Eightfold Path

c) Eight Great Places of Buddhist Heritage

d) Major sects of Buddhism followed outside India

Inspired by: [pib] International Buddhist Conclave 2018

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Q.5) Justice Ranjit Singh Commission is related to which of the following issues?

a) Drug menace in Punjab

b) Farmer’s suicide in Punjab

c) Sacrilege of Religious Texts

d) Uranium poisoning in Punjab

Inspired by: Punjab Cong. to take on Akalis in Assembly

The Hindu

 

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Q.1) Trade Receivables Discounting System (TReDS) is an electronic platform which has mechanized the financing of trade receivables of MSMEs from corporate buyers through two or more financiers.

Which of the following statements about TReDS is/are correct?

1. It is an initiative undertaken by Ministry of Commerce and Industry to safeguard the interest of micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs).
2. It deals with discounting of both invoices and bills of exchange.

Select the correct codes from the following options:

a) All are correct

b) Only 1

c) Only 2

d) All are incorrect

Inspired by: HAL becomes first PSU to transact on TReDS: RXIL

Business Standard

 

Q.2) Recently the Union government has declared the Kerala floods a “calamity of severe nature”. Consider the following statements about classification of disasters in India:

1. The state government is entitled to acclaim a calamity as national calamity.
2. A “calamity of severe nature” receives additional assistance provided from the National Disaster Response Fund (NDRF).
3. The NDRF is funded through the Contingency Funds of India.

Which of the given statements is are correct?

a) All are correct

b) 1 and 2

c) 2 and 3

d) 2 only

Inspired by: Explained: “Calamity of a severe nature”

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Q.3) The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) constituted under National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA). Consider the following subjects about NDRF:

1. It is a specialised force constituted “for the purpose of specialist response to a threatening disaster situation or disaster” under the Disaster Management Act, 2005.
2. The ‘nodal Ministry’ in the central government for management of natural disasters is the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA).
3. The chairman of NDMA is Home Minister.
4. The responsibility for disaster management is that of the Union Government.

Which of the given statements is/are correct?

a) All are correct

b) 1 and 2

c) 2 and 3

d) 3 and 4

Inspired by: Explained: “Calamity of a severe nature”

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Q.4) Consider the impacts of weakening of Indian Rupee.

1. Imports and Exports become expensive.
2. GDP increases.
3. Household consumptions drastically reduce.

Which of the given statements is/are correct?

a) 2 only

b) 3 only

c) 1 and 3

d) None of the above

Inspired by: What does the falling rupee mean for you and economy?

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Q.5) The State Finance Commission (SFC) is a unique institution created by the 73rd and 74th Constitutional Amendments (CAs) to rationalise and systematise State/sub-State-level fiscal relations in India.

Which of the following statements about SFCs is/are correct?

1. Article 243I of the Constitution mandates the State Governor to constitute a Finance Commission.
2. The resources of panchayats and municipalities are augmented on the basis of the recommendations made by the finance commission of the state.

Select the correct codes from the following:

1. Only 1
2. Only 2
3. Both 1 and 2
4. None of the above.

Inspired by: [op-ed snap] Strengthening the federal link

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Q.1) Recently Indian scientist-academician, N Raghuram, has been elected Chair of the International Nitrogen Initiative (INI), a global policy making initiative. Consider the following statements about INI :

1. It is an international programme under UNEP.
2. Its key aim is to optimize nitrogen’s beneficial role in sustainable food production.
3. It holds conference every year.

Which of the given statements is/are incorrect?

a) All are correct

b) 1 and 3

c) 2 only

d) 1 only

Inspired by: N Raghuram elected Chair of International Nitrogen Initiative

https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/n-raghuram-elected-chair-of-international-nitrogen-initiative/

 

Q.2) The UIDAI has announced the phased roll-out of face recognition feature as an additional mode of authentication, starting with telecom service providers for issuance of SIM cards. Consider the following statements about the Live Face Photo verification:

1. The telecom service providers will have to store the photo captured for face authentication, and ensure that the live photo matches the one in the e-KYC before activating the SIM.
2. Any shortfall in transactions using face authentication would be charged at Rs 0.20 per transaction.
3. If SIM is issued through other means without Aadhaar, then these instructions will not apply.

Which of the given statements is/are correct?

a) Only 1

b) 1 and 2

c) 2 and 3

d) All are correct

Inspired by: UIDAI announces phased roll-out of facial recognition

https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/uidai-announces-phased-roll-out-of-facial-recognition/

 

Q.3) Gadgil & Kasturangan Committee report are related to which of the following issues?

a) Mitigation for Floods and other natural calamities

b) Conservation of Western Ghats

c) NDRF and its mandate

d) Using space technology for effective monitoring of floods

Inspired by: [op-ed snap] Kerala floods: The prescriptions for the Western Ghats

https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/op-ed-snap-kerala-floods-the-prescriptions-for-the-western-ghats/

 

Q.4) Consider the following statements about African Asian Rural Development Organisation (AARDO):

1. AARDO was formed in 1962 as a subsidiary under UN-ESCAP.
2. It is headquartered in Jakarta, Indonesia.
3. India is one of the founder members of AARDO and is the largest contributor in terms of membership contribution.

Which of the given statements is are correct?

a) All are incorrect

b) 2 and 3

c) 2 only

d) 3 only

Inspired by: [Burning Issue] African Asian Rural Development Organisation (AARDO)

[Burning Issue] African Asian Rural Development Organisation (AARDO)

 

Q.5) The OSIRIS-Rex mission of NASA is related to-

a) Study of Black Hole

b) Study of Asteroid

c) Availability of water on Moon

d) Life on Mars

Inspired by: NASA Spacecraft Begins Final Approach to Bennu

Space.com

 

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Q.1) All India Rural Financial Inclusion Survey (NAFIS) is released by-

a) NITI Aayog

b) Central Statistical Office (CSO)

c) National Sample Survey Organisation (NSSO)

d) National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD)

Inspired by: [op-ed snap] From Plate to Plough: Lean year as a foundation

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Q.2) Project Dantak is bilateral road development project carried out by Border Roads Organisation (BRO) in which of the following country?

a) Nepal

b) Bhutan

c) Bangladesh

d) Myanmar

Inspired by: [op-ed snap] Sovereignty and sensitivity: on India-Bhutan relations

https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/op-ed-snap-sovereignty-and-sensitivity-on-india-bhutan-relations/

 

Q.3) Rythu Bima Group Life Insurance Scheme is introduced by the Telangana government for all the landholding (pattadar) farmers from August 14, 2018. Consider the following statements about Rythu Bima Scheme:

1. The eligible beneficiary includes the landholding (pattadar) farmers in the age group of 18-59 years.
2. It provides an instant aid to families of deceased in case of death of the enrolled farmer, irrespective of the cause either natural or otherwise.
3. Presently it is the fastest settling insurance scheme for farmers in India.

Select the correct codes from the following:

a) All are correct

b) 1 and 2

c) Only 1

d) Only 3

Inspired by: Rythu Bima providing instant aid to families

https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/rythu-bima-providing-instant-aid-to-families/

Q.4) Consider the following statements about use of Petcoke in India:

1. The use of the Petcoke is banned in and around New Delhi.
2. The Supreme Court has allowed the use of Petcoke cement and limestone industries.

Which of the given statements is/are correct?

a) Only 1

b) Only 2

c) Both 1 and 2

d) None of the above

Inspired by: Government bans use of petcoke as fuel

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Q.5) Bhaskar Ramamurthy Committee has been setup by the government for the purpose of-

a) Restructuring NEET and AIIMS exams

b) Restructuring JEE exam for IITs

c) Improvising Research and Development in IITs

d) Admission to Foreign students in IITs

Source: India Today

 

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