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October 15 2024 Prelims Practice Questions (PPQs)
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[Quiz] Daily Prelims Practice Questions (PPQs) – October 15 2024
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Question 1 of 8
1. Question
Q1. {Geo – PG – Climatology} A recent study indicates that atmospheric rivers are shifting poleward. In this context, which of the following are the likely impacts of this phenomenon?
- Intensified drought conditions in the tropical regions.
- Enhanced extreme rainfall events in polar regions.
- Acceleration of sea ice melting in the Arctic.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
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Explanation
- Atmospheric rivers are shifting poleward.
- Atmospheric instability of the jet stream allows them to curve poleward in different ways. Atmospheric rivers are commonly seen in the extratropics, a region between 30- and 50-degrees latitudes in both hemispheres.
Option 1 is incorrect
- Impact of poleward shift of atmospheric rivers
- In the subtropics (not tropics), it could lead to longer droughts and less water. Regions like California and southern Brazil, which rely on these rivers for rainfall, may face water shortages.
Options 2 and 3 are correct
- In higher latitudes, it could lead to more extreme rainfall, flooding and landslides in places such as the US Pacific Northwest, Europe and even in polar regions.
- In the Arctic, it could speed up sea ice melting, adding to global warming.
Answer: (b) 2 and 3 only | Difficulty Level: Medium
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Explanation
- Atmospheric rivers are shifting poleward.
- Atmospheric instability of the jet stream allows them to curve poleward in different ways. Atmospheric rivers are commonly seen in the extratropics, a region between 30- and 50-degrees latitudes in both hemispheres.
Option 1 is incorrect
- Impact of poleward shift of atmospheric rivers
- In the subtropics (not tropics), it could lead to longer droughts and less water. Regions like California and southern Brazil, which rely on these rivers for rainfall, may face water shortages.
Options 2 and 3 are correct
- In higher latitudes, it could lead to more extreme rainfall, flooding and landslides in places such as the US Pacific Northwest, Europe and even in polar regions.
- In the Arctic, it could speed up sea ice melting, adding to global warming.
Answer: (b) 2 and 3 only | Difficulty Level: Medium
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Explanation
- Atmospheric rivers are shifting poleward.
- Atmospheric instability of the jet stream allows them to curve poleward in different ways. Atmospheric rivers are commonly seen in the extratropics, a region between 30- and 50-degrees latitudes in both hemispheres.
Option 1 is incorrect
- Impact of poleward shift of atmospheric rivers
- In the subtropics (not tropics), it could lead to longer droughts and less water. Regions like California and southern Brazil, which rely on these rivers for rainfall, may face water shortages.
Options 2 and 3 are correct
- In higher latitudes, it could lead to more extreme rainfall, flooding and landslides in places such as the US Pacific Northwest, Europe and even in polar regions.
- In the Arctic, it could speed up sea ice melting, adding to global warming.
Answer: (b) 2 and 3 only | Difficulty Level: Medium
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Question 2 of 8
2. Question
Q2. {Infra – Initiatives} With reference to the National Electricity Plan (Transmission) 2024, consider the following statements:
- The plan aims to support the transmission of 500 GW of renewable energy capacity by 2047.
- The Central Electricity Authority (CEA) is mandated to prepare the National Electricity Plan every five years under the Electricity Act, 2003.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Explanation
Statement 1 is incorrect
- The National Electricity Plan (Transmission) was launched to support the transmission of 500 GW of renewable energy (RE) installed capacity by 2030 and over 600 GW by 2032.
Statement 2 is correct
- The Central Electricity Authority (CEA) must prepare a National Electricity Plan every five years per the Electricity Act 2003. The first National Electricity Plan was notified in 2007.
- It includes short-term (5-year) and prospective (15-year) plans to assess demand for capacity addition.
- It aims to coordinate the activities of various planning agencies for optimal resource utilisation.
Answer: (b) 2 only | Difficulty Level: Medium
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Explanation
Statement 1 is incorrect
- The National Electricity Plan (Transmission) was launched to support the transmission of 500 GW of renewable energy (RE) installed capacity by 2030 and over 600 GW by 2032.
Statement 2 is correct
- The Central Electricity Authority (CEA) must prepare a National Electricity Plan every five years per the Electricity Act 2003. The first National Electricity Plan was notified in 2007.
- It includes short-term (5-year) and prospective (15-year) plans to assess demand for capacity addition.
- It aims to coordinate the activities of various planning agencies for optimal resource utilisation.
Answer: (b) 2 only | Difficulty Level: Medium
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Explanation
Statement 1 is incorrect
- The National Electricity Plan (Transmission) was launched to support the transmission of 500 GW of renewable energy (RE) installed capacity by 2030 and over 600 GW by 2032.
Statement 2 is correct
- The Central Electricity Authority (CEA) must prepare a National Electricity Plan every five years per the Electricity Act 2003. The first National Electricity Plan was notified in 2007.
- It includes short-term (5-year) and prospective (15-year) plans to assess demand for capacity addition.
- It aims to coordinate the activities of various planning agencies for optimal resource utilisation.
Answer: (b) 2 only | Difficulty Level: Medium
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Question 3 of 8
3. Question
Q3. {Governance – Issues} The ‘Dark Patterns’ recently seen in news is related to:
Correct
Explanation
Option (d) is correct
- Recently, a Bengaluru man slammed Swiggy’s Instamart for adding free tomatoes to his order and called it a ‘dark pattern’.
- Dark Pattern is also known as deceptive patterns. Websites and apps use these strategies to manipulate users into performing unintended actions or discouraging user-friendly behaviour.
- Coined by UX designer Harry Brignull in 2010, these patterns exploit cognitive biases and use tactics like false urgency, forced actions, and hidden costs to steer user behaviour.
- Dark patterns range from overt tricks to subtle manipulations that are not immediately recognizable.
Answer: (d) Manipulative design techniques used by websites and apps to influence users to perform unintended actions. | Difficulty Level: Easy
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Explanation
Option (d) is correct
- Recently, a Bengaluru man slammed Swiggy’s Instamart for adding free tomatoes to his order and called it a ‘dark pattern’.
- Dark Pattern is also known as deceptive patterns. Websites and apps use these strategies to manipulate users into performing unintended actions or discouraging user-friendly behaviour.
- Coined by UX designer Harry Brignull in 2010, these patterns exploit cognitive biases and use tactics like false urgency, forced actions, and hidden costs to steer user behaviour.
- Dark patterns range from overt tricks to subtle manipulations that are not immediately recognizable.
Answer: (d) Manipulative design techniques used by websites and apps to influence users to perform unintended actions. | Difficulty Level: Easy
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Explanation
Option (d) is correct
- Recently, a Bengaluru man slammed Swiggy’s Instamart for adding free tomatoes to his order and called it a ‘dark pattern’.
- Dark Pattern is also known as deceptive patterns. Websites and apps use these strategies to manipulate users into performing unintended actions or discouraging user-friendly behaviour.
- Coined by UX designer Harry Brignull in 2010, these patterns exploit cognitive biases and use tactics like false urgency, forced actions, and hidden costs to steer user behaviour.
- Dark patterns range from overt tricks to subtle manipulations that are not immediately recognizable.
Answer: (d) Manipulative design techniques used by websites and apps to influence users to perform unintended actions. | Difficulty Level: Easy
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Question 4 of 8
4. Question
Q4. {Prelims – Awards} Consider the following statements regarding the 5th National Water Awards:
- Odisha secured the first position in the Best State category.
- Cuttack in Odisha won in the East Zone for the Best District category.
- Surat in Gujarat won the Best Urban Local Body award.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Correct
Explanation
- The Winners of the 5th National Water Awards were recently announced by the Department of Water Resources, River Development, and Ganga Rejuvenation under the Ministry of Jal Shakti in nine different categories.
- These awards were first launched in 2018 to recognize and encourage water conservation efforts across the country.
Statement 1 is correct
- In the Best State category, Odisha won the first prize, followed by Uttar Pradesh in second place, while Gujarat and Puducherry jointly secured the third position.
Statement 2 is incorrect
- Best District across various zones:
- Visakhapatnam from Andhra Pradesh in the South zone
- Dhalai from Tripura in the North East zone
- Banda from UP and Ganderbal from J&K are joint winners in the North region.
- Indore from Madhya Pradesh won from the West zone, and Balangir in Odisha from the East.
Statement 3 is correct
- Best Village Panchayat: Pullampara in Kerala’s Thiruvananthapuram.
- Best Urban Local Body: Surat in Gujarat.
Answer: (b) 1 and 3 only | Difficulty Level: Medium
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Explanation
- The Winners of the 5th National Water Awards were recently announced by the Department of Water Resources, River Development, and Ganga Rejuvenation under the Ministry of Jal Shakti in nine different categories.
- These awards were first launched in 2018 to recognize and encourage water conservation efforts across the country.
Statement 1 is correct
- In the Best State category, Odisha won the first prize, followed by Uttar Pradesh in second place, while Gujarat and Puducherry jointly secured the third position.
Statement 2 is incorrect
- Best District across various zones:
- Visakhapatnam from Andhra Pradesh in the South zone
- Dhalai from Tripura in the North East zone
- Banda from UP and Ganderbal from J&K are joint winners in the North region.
- Indore from Madhya Pradesh won from the West zone, and Balangir in Odisha from the East.
Statement 3 is correct
- Best Village Panchayat: Pullampara in Kerala’s Thiruvananthapuram.
- Best Urban Local Body: Surat in Gujarat.
Answer: (b) 1 and 3 only | Difficulty Level: Medium
Unattempted
Explanation
- The Winners of the 5th National Water Awards were recently announced by the Department of Water Resources, River Development, and Ganga Rejuvenation under the Ministry of Jal Shakti in nine different categories.
- These awards were first launched in 2018 to recognize and encourage water conservation efforts across the country.
Statement 1 is correct
- In the Best State category, Odisha won the first prize, followed by Uttar Pradesh in second place, while Gujarat and Puducherry jointly secured the third position.
Statement 2 is incorrect
- Best District across various zones:
- Visakhapatnam from Andhra Pradesh in the South zone
- Dhalai from Tripura in the North East zone
- Banda from UP and Ganderbal from J&K are joint winners in the North region.
- Indore from Madhya Pradesh won from the West zone, and Balangir in Odisha from the East.
Statement 3 is correct
- Best Village Panchayat: Pullampara in Kerala’s Thiruvananthapuram.
- Best Urban Local Body: Surat in Gujarat.
Answer: (b) 1 and 3 only | Difficulty Level: Medium
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Question 5 of 8
5. Question
Q5. {IE – Institutions} The 2024 Sveriges Riksbank Prize in Economic Sciences (also referred to as the Nobel Prize in Economics) was awarded for which of the following discoveries?
Correct
Explanation
Option (b) is correct
- The 2024 Sveriges Riksbank Prize in Economic Sciences (Nobel Prize in Economics) was awarded to Daron Acemoglu, Simon Johnson, and James Robinson for their research on how inclusive political and economic institutions drive long-term growth, linking democracy to national prosperity.
- Their work highlights that inclusive, democratic, and transparent institutions promote sustainable economic development, as seen in Western democracies, while exploitative and autocratic systems hinder progress, leading to stagnation, as observed in parts of Africa.
- They also explore the impact of colonial legacies, where colonies with permanent settlers developed stronger institutions compared to exploitative ones in regions like Africa and Asia.
- The research emphasizes that democracies, through free elections and accountability, foster robust institutions for long-term growth, while autocracies, despite achieving economic success, often face issues like inequality, as demonstrated by China’s growth trajectory.
Answer: (b) Research on how inclusive political and economic institutions drive long-term growth | Difficulty Level: Easy
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Explanation
Option (b) is correct
- The 2024 Sveriges Riksbank Prize in Economic Sciences (Nobel Prize in Economics) was awarded to Daron Acemoglu, Simon Johnson, and James Robinson for their research on how inclusive political and economic institutions drive long-term growth, linking democracy to national prosperity.
- Their work highlights that inclusive, democratic, and transparent institutions promote sustainable economic development, as seen in Western democracies, while exploitative and autocratic systems hinder progress, leading to stagnation, as observed in parts of Africa.
- They also explore the impact of colonial legacies, where colonies with permanent settlers developed stronger institutions compared to exploitative ones in regions like Africa and Asia.
- The research emphasizes that democracies, through free elections and accountability, foster robust institutions for long-term growth, while autocracies, despite achieving economic success, often face issues like inequality, as demonstrated by China’s growth trajectory.
Answer: (b) Research on how inclusive political and economic institutions drive long-term growth | Difficulty Level: Easy
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Explanation
Option (b) is correct
- The 2024 Sveriges Riksbank Prize in Economic Sciences (Nobel Prize in Economics) was awarded to Daron Acemoglu, Simon Johnson, and James Robinson for their research on how inclusive political and economic institutions drive long-term growth, linking democracy to national prosperity.
- Their work highlights that inclusive, democratic, and transparent institutions promote sustainable economic development, as seen in Western democracies, while exploitative and autocratic systems hinder progress, leading to stagnation, as observed in parts of Africa.
- They also explore the impact of colonial legacies, where colonies with permanent settlers developed stronger institutions compared to exploitative ones in regions like Africa and Asia.
- The research emphasizes that democracies, through free elections and accountability, foster robust institutions for long-term growth, while autocracies, despite achieving economic success, often face issues like inequality, as demonstrated by China’s growth trajectory.
Answer: (b) Research on how inclusive political and economic institutions drive long-term growth | Difficulty Level: Easy
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Question 6 of 8
6. Question
Q6. {S&T – AI} Consider the following statements regarding Synthetic Medical Images:
- They are generated by AI or computer algorithms without using traditional imaging devices like MRI, CT scans, or X-rays.
- These images are based on real patient data and are used as alternatives to real medical images.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Explanation
- There has been an increase in AI-generated synthetic medical imaging.
- Synthetic images are like “this person does not exist” images, where the AI creates images of non-real people.
Statement 1 is correct
- Synthetic medical images are created by AI or computer algorithms without the use of traditional imaging methods such as MRI, CT scans, or X-rays.
Statement 2 is incorrect
- These images are not based on real patient data but are created as entirely new, realistic-looking medical scans that serve as alternatives to actual medical images.
Answer: (a) 1 only | Difficulty Level: Easy
Incorrect
Explanation
- There has been an increase in AI-generated synthetic medical imaging.
- Synthetic images are like “this person does not exist” images, where the AI creates images of non-real people.
Statement 1 is correct
- Synthetic medical images are created by AI or computer algorithms without the use of traditional imaging methods such as MRI, CT scans, or X-rays.
Statement 2 is incorrect
- These images are not based on real patient data but are created as entirely new, realistic-looking medical scans that serve as alternatives to actual medical images.
Answer: (a) 1 only | Difficulty Level: Easy
Unattempted
Explanation
- There has been an increase in AI-generated synthetic medical imaging.
- Synthetic images are like “this person does not exist” images, where the AI creates images of non-real people.
Statement 1 is correct
- Synthetic medical images are created by AI or computer algorithms without the use of traditional imaging methods such as MRI, CT scans, or X-rays.
Statement 2 is incorrect
- These images are not based on real patient data but are created as entirely new, realistic-looking medical scans that serve as alternatives to actual medical images.
Answer: (a) 1 only | Difficulty Level: Easy
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Question 7 of 8
7. Question
Q7. {S&T – Tech} Consider the following statements regarding the NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar (NISAR) satellite:
- NISAR will use radar imaging to produce a high-resolution map of Earth’s land masses.
- The satellite’s payload consists of an L-band radar built by NASA and an S-band radar built by ISRO, designed to monitor changes in Earth’s natural processes.
- NISAR is expected to be launched onboard in PSLV C25 rocket in 2025.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
Correct
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct
- NISAR will utilize radar imaging to create high-resolution maps of Earth’s land masses.
Statement 2 is correct
- The payload of NISAR includes an L-band radar from NASA and an S-band radar from ISRO, both designed to track changes in Earth’s natural processes.
Statement 3 is incorrect
- NISAR is expected to be launched onboard an ISRO GSLV Mk II rocket. The expected launch timeline is in 2025.
Answer: (b) Only two | Difficulty Level: Medium
Incorrect
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct
- NISAR will utilize radar imaging to create high-resolution maps of Earth’s land masses.
Statement 2 is correct
- The payload of NISAR includes an L-band radar from NASA and an S-band radar from ISRO, both designed to track changes in Earth’s natural processes.
Statement 3 is incorrect
- NISAR is expected to be launched onboard an ISRO GSLV Mk II rocket. The expected launch timeline is in 2025.
Answer: (b) Only two | Difficulty Level: Medium
Unattempted
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct
- NISAR will utilize radar imaging to create high-resolution maps of Earth’s land masses.
Statement 2 is correct
- The payload of NISAR includes an L-band radar from NASA and an S-band radar from ISRO, both designed to track changes in Earth’s natural processes.
Statement 3 is incorrect
- NISAR is expected to be launched onboard an ISRO GSLV Mk II rocket. The expected launch timeline is in 2025.
Answer: (b) Only two | Difficulty Level: Medium
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Question 8 of 8
8. Question
Q8. {Envi – Species} Which of the following species is one of the largest flying birds, found across southeastern Europe, Asia, and Africa, with a body length of 140 to 180 cm and a lifespan of up to 51 years in the wild?
Correct
Explanation
Option (a) is correct
- The great white pelican, also known as the eastern white pelican, is found across southeastern Europe, Asia, and Africa.
- It is one of the largest flying birds, with a body length ranging from 140 to 180 cm, and can live up to 51 years in the wild.
- Its IUCN status is least concern.
Option (b) is incorrect
- While the albatross is a large flying bird, it is mainly found in the Southern Ocean and the North Pacific, not the regions mentioned.
Option (c) is incorrect
- The bald eagle is a large bird of prey, but it is native to North America, not southeastern Europe, Asia, or Africa.
Option (d) is incorrect
- The Andean condor is a large bird found in South America, not the regions listed.
Answer: (a) Great white pelican | Difficulty Level: Medium
Incorrect
Explanation
Option (a) is correct
- The great white pelican, also known as the eastern white pelican, is found across southeastern Europe, Asia, and Africa.
- It is one of the largest flying birds, with a body length ranging from 140 to 180 cm, and can live up to 51 years in the wild.
- Its IUCN status is least concern.
Option (b) is incorrect
- While the albatross is a large flying bird, it is mainly found in the Southern Ocean and the North Pacific, not the regions mentioned.
Option (c) is incorrect
- The bald eagle is a large bird of prey, but it is native to North America, not southeastern Europe, Asia, or Africa.
Option (d) is incorrect
- The Andean condor is a large bird found in South America, not the regions listed.
Answer: (a) Great white pelican | Difficulty Level: Medium
Unattempted
Explanation
Option (a) is correct
- The great white pelican, also known as the eastern white pelican, is found across southeastern Europe, Asia, and Africa.
- It is one of the largest flying birds, with a body length ranging from 140 to 180 cm, and can live up to 51 years in the wild.
- Its IUCN status is least concern.
Option (b) is incorrect
- While the albatross is a large flying bird, it is mainly found in the Southern Ocean and the North Pacific, not the regions mentioned.
Option (c) is incorrect
- The bald eagle is a large bird of prey, but it is native to North America, not southeastern Europe, Asia, or Africa.
Option (d) is incorrect
- The Andean condor is a large bird found in South America, not the regions listed.
Answer: (a) Great white pelican | Difficulty Level: Medium
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