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July 28-29-2024 Prelims Practice Questions (PPQs)
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[Quiz] Daily Prelims Practice Questions (PPQs) – July 28-29 2024
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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
Q1. {Agri – crops} Consider the following statements:
- Statement I: India ranks as the third-largest producer of maize globally.
- Statement II: Maize production in India has more than tripled in the last two decades, and the average yield has risen from 1.8 to 3.3 tonnes per hectare.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
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Explanation
Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-II is correct.
- Maize production in India has more than tripled over the last two decades, making it a private sector-driven green revolution success story.
- It has tripled from 11.5 million tonnes in 2000 to over 35 million in 2024, with the average yield increasing from 1.8 tonnes to 3.3 tonnes per hectare.
- It is a rainfed kharif crop grown in semi-arid regions where rice and wheat production are not possible.
- Rainfall: Not more than 100 cm of rainfall.
- Temperature: 21°C to 27°C.
- Ideal Soils: Old alluvial and well-drained fertile loams free from coarse materials and rich in nitrogen.
- Major producing states: Karnataka > Madhya Pradesh > Maharashtra
- Major producing countries: USA > China > Brazil
- India is the 5th largest producer of Maize.
Image Source: Indianexpress
Answer: (d) Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-II is correct; Difficulty Level: Hard
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Explanation
Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-II is correct.
- Maize production in India has more than tripled over the last two decades, making it a private sector-driven green revolution success story.
- It has tripled from 11.5 million tonnes in 2000 to over 35 million in 2024, with the average yield increasing from 1.8 tonnes to 3.3 tonnes per hectare.
- It is a rainfed kharif crop grown in semi-arid regions where rice and wheat production are not possible.
- Rainfall: Not more than 100 cm of rainfall.
- Temperature: 21°C to 27°C.
- Ideal Soils: Old alluvial and well-drained fertile loams free from coarse materials and rich in nitrogen.
- Major producing states: Karnataka > Madhya Pradesh > Maharashtra
- Major producing countries: USA > China > Brazil
- India is the 5th largest producer of Maize.
Image Source: Indianexpress
Answer: (d) Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-II is correct; Difficulty Level: Hard
Unattempted
Explanation
Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-II is correct.
- Maize production in India has more than tripled over the last two decades, making it a private sector-driven green revolution success story.
- It has tripled from 11.5 million tonnes in 2000 to over 35 million in 2024, with the average yield increasing from 1.8 tonnes to 3.3 tonnes per hectare.
- It is a rainfed kharif crop grown in semi-arid regions where rice and wheat production are not possible.
- Rainfall: Not more than 100 cm of rainfall.
- Temperature: 21°C to 27°C.
- Ideal Soils: Old alluvial and well-drained fertile loams free from coarse materials and rich in nitrogen.
- Major producing states: Karnataka > Madhya Pradesh > Maharashtra
- Major producing countries: USA > China > Brazil
- India is the 5th largest producer of Maize.
Image Source: Indianexpress
Answer: (d) Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-II is correct; Difficulty Level: Hard
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Q2. {Prelims – In News} Consider the following pairs:
Temple in news River - Vishnupad Temple
Falgu River - Mahabodhi Temple
Niranjana River - Sri Ranganathaswamy
Kollidam How many of the pairs given above are correctly matched?
Correct
Explanation
- The government announces financial support for developing temple corridors at Vishnupad, Mahabodhi in Bihar.
Pair 1 is correct
- Vishnupad temple is dedicated to Lord Vishu. The temple marks the spot where Lord Vishnu is believed to have defeated Gayasur, the demon.
- It is located on the banks of the Falgu river and was built in 1787 on the orders of Queen Ahilyabai Holkar of Ahmadnagar.
- The temple is around 100 feet tall and has 44 pillars.
- The core part of the temple consists of the main shrine with a tall Vimana, 100 feet high, and a pillared Mandapa. It follows the Nagara style of temple architecture and is made of granite.
Pair 2 is correct
- The Mahabodhi Temple Complex at Bodh Gaya is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- It is located on the banks of the Niranjana River.
- The temple stands to the east of the Mahabodhi Tree, where Gautam Buddha is believed to have attained nirvana. The temple has a unique shape and a height of 170 feet.
- The Mahabodhi Temple Complex is the first temple built by Emperor Asoka in the 3rd century B.C., and the present temple dates from the 5th–6th centuries.
- It is one of the earliest Buddhist temples built entirely in brick.
Pair 3 is correct
- Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Ranganatha (a form of Vishnu), located in Srirangam, Tiruchirapalli, Tamil Nadu.
- Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple, also known as Thiruvaranga Tirupati, is one of the most illustrious Vaishnav temples in the country, dedicated to Ranganatha, a reclining form of Hindu deity, Bhagwan (God or Lord) Vishnu.
- Situated in an ethereal setting on the island of Srirangam that is bounded by the two rivers of Cauvery and Kollidam (a tributary of Cauvery), this living temple and sacred centre of pilgrimage is counted as the first and foremost among the 108 Divya Desams dedicated to Bhagwan Vishnu.
- In 2017. The Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple has bagged an Award of Merit from Unesco for conserving cultural heritage.
Answer: (c) All three; Difficulty Level: Hard
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Explanation
- The government announces financial support for developing temple corridors at Vishnupad, Mahabodhi in Bihar.
Pair 1 is correct
- Vishnupad temple is dedicated to Lord Vishu. The temple marks the spot where Lord Vishnu is believed to have defeated Gayasur, the demon.
- It is located on the banks of the Falgu river and was built in 1787 on the orders of Queen Ahilyabai Holkar of Ahmadnagar.
- The temple is around 100 feet tall and has 44 pillars.
- The core part of the temple consists of the main shrine with a tall Vimana, 100 feet high, and a pillared Mandapa. It follows the Nagara style of temple architecture and is made of granite.
Pair 2 is correct
- The Mahabodhi Temple Complex at Bodh Gaya is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- It is located on the banks of the Niranjana River.
- The temple stands to the east of the Mahabodhi Tree, where Gautam Buddha is believed to have attained nirvana. The temple has a unique shape and a height of 170 feet.
- The Mahabodhi Temple Complex is the first temple built by Emperor Asoka in the 3rd century B.C., and the present temple dates from the 5th–6th centuries.
- It is one of the earliest Buddhist temples built entirely in brick.
Pair 3 is correct
- Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Ranganatha (a form of Vishnu), located in Srirangam, Tiruchirapalli, Tamil Nadu.
- Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple, also known as Thiruvaranga Tirupati, is one of the most illustrious Vaishnav temples in the country, dedicated to Ranganatha, a reclining form of Hindu deity, Bhagwan (God or Lord) Vishnu.
- Situated in an ethereal setting on the island of Srirangam that is bounded by the two rivers of Cauvery and Kollidam (a tributary of Cauvery), this living temple and sacred centre of pilgrimage is counted as the first and foremost among the 108 Divya Desams dedicated to Bhagwan Vishnu.
- In 2017. The Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple has bagged an Award of Merit from Unesco for conserving cultural heritage.
Answer: (c) All three; Difficulty Level: Hard
Unattempted
Explanation
- The government announces financial support for developing temple corridors at Vishnupad, Mahabodhi in Bihar.
Pair 1 is correct
- Vishnupad temple is dedicated to Lord Vishu. The temple marks the spot where Lord Vishnu is believed to have defeated Gayasur, the demon.
- It is located on the banks of the Falgu river and was built in 1787 on the orders of Queen Ahilyabai Holkar of Ahmadnagar.
- The temple is around 100 feet tall and has 44 pillars.
- The core part of the temple consists of the main shrine with a tall Vimana, 100 feet high, and a pillared Mandapa. It follows the Nagara style of temple architecture and is made of granite.
Pair 2 is correct
- The Mahabodhi Temple Complex at Bodh Gaya is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- It is located on the banks of the Niranjana River.
- The temple stands to the east of the Mahabodhi Tree, where Gautam Buddha is believed to have attained nirvana. The temple has a unique shape and a height of 170 feet.
- The Mahabodhi Temple Complex is the first temple built by Emperor Asoka in the 3rd century B.C., and the present temple dates from the 5th–6th centuries.
- It is one of the earliest Buddhist temples built entirely in brick.
Pair 3 is correct
- Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Ranganatha (a form of Vishnu), located in Srirangam, Tiruchirapalli, Tamil Nadu.
- Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple, also known as Thiruvaranga Tirupati, is one of the most illustrious Vaishnav temples in the country, dedicated to Ranganatha, a reclining form of Hindu deity, Bhagwan (God or Lord) Vishnu.
- Situated in an ethereal setting on the island of Srirangam that is bounded by the two rivers of Cauvery and Kollidam (a tributary of Cauvery), this living temple and sacred centre of pilgrimage is counted as the first and foremost among the 108 Divya Desams dedicated to Bhagwan Vishnu.
- In 2017. The Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple has bagged an Award of Merit from Unesco for conserving cultural heritage.
Answer: (c) All three; Difficulty Level: Hard
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Q3. {IR – Groupings} In which one of the following groups are all the four countries members of the Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC):
Correct
Explanation
Option (c) is the correct answer
- It has a total of seven member countries– five from South Asia, including Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka, and two from Southeast Asia, including Myanmar and Thailand.
- It was founded as BIST-EC, in June 1997, with the adoption of the Bangkok Declaration, with Bangladesh, India, Sri Lanka and Thailand as members.
- It became BIMST-EC (Bangladesh, India, Myanmar, Sri Lanka and Thailand Economic Cooperation) with the entry of Myanmar in late 1997, And eventually, it was named in its current form, when Nepal and Bhutan became members in 2004.
- The permanent secretariat is in Dhaka, Bangladesh.
- In line with the organization’s development into a formal structure, the leaders of the member countries have divided the group’s work into seven segments, with India leading the security pillar.
Answer: (c) India-Bangladesh-Thailand-Myanmar; Difficulty Level: Medium
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Explanation
Option (c) is the correct answer
- It has a total of seven member countries– five from South Asia, including Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka, and two from Southeast Asia, including Myanmar and Thailand.
- It was founded as BIST-EC, in June 1997, with the adoption of the Bangkok Declaration, with Bangladesh, India, Sri Lanka and Thailand as members.
- It became BIMST-EC (Bangladesh, India, Myanmar, Sri Lanka and Thailand Economic Cooperation) with the entry of Myanmar in late 1997, And eventually, it was named in its current form, when Nepal and Bhutan became members in 2004.
- The permanent secretariat is in Dhaka, Bangladesh.
- In line with the organization’s development into a formal structure, the leaders of the member countries have divided the group’s work into seven segments, with India leading the security pillar.
Answer: (c) India-Bangladesh-Thailand-Myanmar; Difficulty Level: Medium
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Explanation
Option (c) is the correct answer
- It has a total of seven member countries– five from South Asia, including Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka, and two from Southeast Asia, including Myanmar and Thailand.
- It was founded as BIST-EC, in June 1997, with the adoption of the Bangkok Declaration, with Bangladesh, India, Sri Lanka and Thailand as members.
- It became BIMST-EC (Bangladesh, India, Myanmar, Sri Lanka and Thailand Economic Cooperation) with the entry of Myanmar in late 1997, And eventually, it was named in its current form, when Nepal and Bhutan became members in 2004.
- The permanent secretariat is in Dhaka, Bangladesh.
- In line with the organization’s development into a formal structure, the leaders of the member countries have divided the group’s work into seven segments, with India leading the security pillar.
Answer: (c) India-Bangladesh-Thailand-Myanmar; Difficulty Level: Medium
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Q4. {Agri – crops} Consider the following statements regarding maize cultivation:
- Maize is primarily a kharif crop grown in semi-arid regions where the production of rice and wheat is challenging.
- The ideal temperature range for maize cultivation is between 21°C to 27°C.
- India ranks as the third-largest producer of maize globally.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Explanation
- Maize production in India has more than tripled over the last two decades, making it a private sector-driven green revolution success story.
- It has tripled from 11.5 million tonnes in 2000 to over 35 million in 2024, with the average yield increasing from 1.8 tonnes to 3.3 tonnes per hectare.
Statements 1 and 2 are correct
- It is a rainfed kharif crop grown in semi-arid regions where rice and wheat production are not possible.
- Rainfall: Not more than 100 cm of rainfall.
- Temperature: 21°C to 27°C.
- Ideal Soils: Old alluvial and well-drained fertile loams free from coarse materials and rich in nitrogen.
- Major producing states: Karnataka > Madhya Pradesh > Maharashtra
Statement 3 is incorrect
- Major producing countries: USA > China > Brazil
- India is the 5th largest producer of Maize.
Answer: (a) 1 and 2 only; Difficulty Level: Medium
Incorrect
Explanation
- Maize production in India has more than tripled over the last two decades, making it a private sector-driven green revolution success story.
- It has tripled from 11.5 million tonnes in 2000 to over 35 million in 2024, with the average yield increasing from 1.8 tonnes to 3.3 tonnes per hectare.
Statements 1 and 2 are correct
- It is a rainfed kharif crop grown in semi-arid regions where rice and wheat production are not possible.
- Rainfall: Not more than 100 cm of rainfall.
- Temperature: 21°C to 27°C.
- Ideal Soils: Old alluvial and well-drained fertile loams free from coarse materials and rich in nitrogen.
- Major producing states: Karnataka > Madhya Pradesh > Maharashtra
Statement 3 is incorrect
- Major producing countries: USA > China > Brazil
- India is the 5th largest producer of Maize.
Answer: (a) 1 and 2 only; Difficulty Level: Medium
Unattempted
Explanation
- Maize production in India has more than tripled over the last two decades, making it a private sector-driven green revolution success story.
- It has tripled from 11.5 million tonnes in 2000 to over 35 million in 2024, with the average yield increasing from 1.8 tonnes to 3.3 tonnes per hectare.
Statements 1 and 2 are correct
- It is a rainfed kharif crop grown in semi-arid regions where rice and wheat production are not possible.
- Rainfall: Not more than 100 cm of rainfall.
- Temperature: 21°C to 27°C.
- Ideal Soils: Old alluvial and well-drained fertile loams free from coarse materials and rich in nitrogen.
- Major producing states: Karnataka > Madhya Pradesh > Maharashtra
Statement 3 is incorrect
- Major producing countries: USA > China > Brazil
- India is the 5th largest producer of Maize.
Answer: (a) 1 and 2 only; Difficulty Level: Medium
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Q5. {Envi – Species} With reference to listeriosis, a disease caused by Listeria monocytogenes, consider the following statements:
- Listeria monocytogenes is a type of bacteria commonly found in soil, vegetation, and water.
- Pregnant women are not at risk of listeriosis due to hormonal immunity.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct and Statement 2 is incorrect
- Cases of listeriosis, spread by the bacteria known as listeria monocytogenes, have been reported in the US (from meat) and Canada (from plant-based beverages).
- Bacteria Habitat: Soil, vegetation, water, sewage, and animal/human faeces.
- Incubation Period: Up to two months before symptoms appear.
- Symptoms: Vomiting, nausea, cramps, headache, constipation, and fever.
- High-Risk Groups: Immunocompromised individuals, pregnant persons, and elderly (65+).
- Commonly Contaminated Foods: Milk, raw sprouts, deli meats, hot dogs, soft cheeses, smoked seafood.
- Treatment: Depends on the extent of infection.
- Intestinal Listeriosis: Symptoms within a day or two may include diarrhoea and vomiting, treated like a routine stomach infection with possible antibiotics.
- Invasive Listeriosis: Severe symptoms two weeks after consumption, requires intensive treatment.
Answer: (a) 1 only; Difficulty Level: Easy
Incorrect
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct and Statement 2 is incorrect
- Cases of listeriosis, spread by the bacteria known as listeria monocytogenes, have been reported in the US (from meat) and Canada (from plant-based beverages).
- Bacteria Habitat: Soil, vegetation, water, sewage, and animal/human faeces.
- Incubation Period: Up to two months before symptoms appear.
- Symptoms: Vomiting, nausea, cramps, headache, constipation, and fever.
- High-Risk Groups: Immunocompromised individuals, pregnant persons, and elderly (65+).
- Commonly Contaminated Foods: Milk, raw sprouts, deli meats, hot dogs, soft cheeses, smoked seafood.
- Treatment: Depends on the extent of infection.
- Intestinal Listeriosis: Symptoms within a day or two may include diarrhoea and vomiting, treated like a routine stomach infection with possible antibiotics.
- Invasive Listeriosis: Severe symptoms two weeks after consumption, requires intensive treatment.
Answer: (a) 1 only; Difficulty Level: Easy
Unattempted
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct and Statement 2 is incorrect
- Cases of listeriosis, spread by the bacteria known as listeria monocytogenes, have been reported in the US (from meat) and Canada (from plant-based beverages).
- Bacteria Habitat: Soil, vegetation, water, sewage, and animal/human faeces.
- Incubation Period: Up to two months before symptoms appear.
- Symptoms: Vomiting, nausea, cramps, headache, constipation, and fever.
- High-Risk Groups: Immunocompromised individuals, pregnant persons, and elderly (65+).
- Commonly Contaminated Foods: Milk, raw sprouts, deli meats, hot dogs, soft cheeses, smoked seafood.
- Treatment: Depends on the extent of infection.
- Intestinal Listeriosis: Symptoms within a day or two may include diarrhoea and vomiting, treated like a routine stomach infection with possible antibiotics.
- Invasive Listeriosis: Severe symptoms two weeks after consumption, requires intensive treatment.
Answer: (a) 1 only; Difficulty Level: Easy
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