Prelims Mantra (Practice Questions) (01 and 02/05/2026)
Quiz-summary
0 of 8 questions completed
Questions:
- 1
- 2
- 3
- 4
- 5
- 6
- 7
- 8
Information
Prelims Mantra (Practice Questions) (01 and 02/05/2026)
You have already completed the quiz before. Hence you can not start it again.
Quiz is loading...
You must sign in or sign up to start the quiz.
You have to finish following quiz, to start this quiz:
Results
0 of 8 questions answered correctly
Your time:
Time has elapsed
You have reached 0 of 0 points, (0)
Categories
- Not categorized 0%
- 1
- 2
- 3
- 4
- 5
- 6
- 7
- 8
- Answered
- Review
-
Question 1 of 8
1. Question
Consider the following statements regarding Das Island:
1. It is a strategic offshore island located in the Gulf of Oman.
2. It serves as the primary hub for Qatar’s oil and Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) exports.
3. The island’s operations are managed by the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC).
Which of the statements given above are incorrect?
Correct
Answer: A
Explanation:
-
- Statement 1 is incorrect: Das Island is located in the Persian Gulf, not the Gulf of Oman.
- Statement 2 is incorrect: It serves as a major hub for the United Arab Emirates (UAE), specifically Abu Dhabi, for oil and LNG exports, rather than Qatar.
- Statement 3 is correct: The operations on the island are indeed managed by the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC).
Incorrect
Answer: A
Explanation:
-
- Statement 1 is incorrect: Das Island is located in the Persian Gulf, not the Gulf of Oman.
- Statement 2 is incorrect: It serves as a major hub for the United Arab Emirates (UAE), specifically Abu Dhabi, for oil and LNG exports, rather than Qatar.
- Statement 3 is correct: The operations on the island are indeed managed by the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC).
-
Question 2 of 8
2. Question
With reference to ‘Sacred Groves’ (Kavus) in India, consider the following statements:
1. They are protected under the category of ‘Ex-situ conservation’ as per the Biological Diversity Act.
2. They play a critical role in groundwater recharge and microclimate regulation.
3. These groves are managed primarily by the Forest Department through formal engineering systems.
How many of the above statements are correct?
Correct
Answer: A
Explanation:
-
- Statement 1 is incorrect: Sacred groves are a prime example of in-situ conservation (conserving species within their natural habitats). They are not protected as ex-situ conservation sites, which typically include botanical gardens or zoos.
- Statement 2 is correct: These forest patches play a vital ecological role by acting as groundwater recharge zones and helping in microclimate regulation through water retention and carbon sequestration.
- Statement 3 is incorrect: Sacred groves are traditionally community-led conservation models managed by local communities or tribes through religious beliefs and customary laws. They are generally not managed by the Forest Department through formal engineering systems.
Incorrect
Answer: A
Explanation:
-
- Statement 1 is incorrect: Sacred groves are a prime example of in-situ conservation (conserving species within their natural habitats). They are not protected as ex-situ conservation sites, which typically include botanical gardens or zoos.
- Statement 2 is correct: These forest patches play a vital ecological role by acting as groundwater recharge zones and helping in microclimate regulation through water retention and carbon sequestration.
- Statement 3 is incorrect: Sacred groves are traditionally community-led conservation models managed by local communities or tribes through religious beliefs and customary laws. They are generally not managed by the Forest Department through formal engineering systems.
-
Question 3 of 8
3. Question
Regarding India’s project to produce Green Methanol in Kutch, consider the following:
1. It utilizes Prosopis juliflora, an invasive weed, as the primary feedstock for biomass conversion.
2. The project aims to produce low-carbon fuel specifically for the aviation industry.
3. It aligns with the objectives of the National Bioenergy Mission and the circular economy.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Correct
Answer: C
Explanation:
-
- Statement 1 is correct: The plant at Deendayal Port Authority (Kandla) utilizes Prosopis juliflora (locally known as Gando Baval), a highly invasive hardwood shrub that has degraded the Banni grasslands of Kutch, as its primary biomass feedstock.
- Statement 2 is incorrect: The project primarily aims to produce green methanol for the maritime/shipping industry to be used as a cleaner alternative to bunker fuel, in line with International Maritime Organization (IMO) emission norms. It is not specifically targeted at the aviation industry.
- Statement 3 is correct: This initiative aligns with India’s National Bioenergy Mission and promotes a circular economy by converting an ecological threat (invasive waste) into a high-value green fuel (waste-to-wealth).
Incorrect
Answer: C
Explanation:
-
- Statement 1 is correct: The plant at Deendayal Port Authority (Kandla) utilizes Prosopis juliflora (locally known as Gando Baval), a highly invasive hardwood shrub that has degraded the Banni grasslands of Kutch, as its primary biomass feedstock.
- Statement 2 is incorrect: The project primarily aims to produce green methanol for the maritime/shipping industry to be used as a cleaner alternative to bunker fuel, in line with International Maritime Organization (IMO) emission norms. It is not specifically targeted at the aviation industry.
- Statement 3 is correct: This initiative aligns with India’s National Bioenergy Mission and promotes a circular economy by converting an ecological threat (invasive waste) into a high-value green fuel (waste-to-wealth).
-
Question 4 of 8
4. Question
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has introduced a QR Code-based access system for counting centres. What is the primary constitutional objective behind such technological interventions?
Correct
Answer: B
Explanation:
-
- Election Commission of India derives its powers from Article 324 of the Indian Constitution.
- Article 324 vests in the ECI the superintendence, direction, and control of elections.
- Technological interventions like QR code-based access systems aim to:
- Enhance transparency
- Prevent unauthorized access
- Ensure integrity of the counting process
Incorrect
Answer: B
Explanation:
-
- Election Commission of India derives its powers from Article 324 of the Indian Constitution.
- Article 324 vests in the ECI the superintendence, direction, and control of elections.
- Technological interventions like QR code-based access systems aim to:
- Enhance transparency
- Prevent unauthorized access
- Ensure integrity of the counting process
-
Question 5 of 8
5. Question
The term ‘Ru-Soam’, recently in the news, refers to:
Correct
Answer: C
Explanation:
-
- Context: The Ru-Soam is a traditional suspension bridge unique to the Lepcha community of Sikkim.
- Engineering: It represents Traditional Ecological Knowledge (TEK), using locally sourced materials like cane (Ru) and bamboo/wood (Soam) to cross turbulent Himalayan rivers and deep gorges.
- Significance: It is noted for being eco-friendly, as it involves no modern industrial materials and is maintained through community participation rather than formal engineering systems.
Incorrect
Answer: C
Explanation:
-
- Context: The Ru-Soam is a traditional suspension bridge unique to the Lepcha community of Sikkim.
- Engineering: It represents Traditional Ecological Knowledge (TEK), using locally sourced materials like cane (Ru) and bamboo/wood (Soam) to cross turbulent Himalayan rivers and deep gorges.
- Significance: It is noted for being eco-friendly, as it involves no modern industrial materials and is maintained through community participation rather than formal engineering systems.
-
Question 6 of 8
6. Question
With reference to the “Sacred Exposition of the Holy Relics of Tathagata Buddha”, consider the following statements:
I. The initiative is part of the “Peace Beyond Borders” project to project India’s soft power.
II. The relics are believed to be the physical remains of Gautama Buddha or his immediate disciples.
III. This exposition is exclusively restricted to diplomatic envoys of Buddhist-majority nations.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Correct
Answer: A
Explanation:
-
- Statement I is correct: The exposition is organized under the theme “Peace Beyond Borders”, aimed at promoting cultural diplomacy and highlighting India’s Buddhist heritage as a tool for soft power projection.
- Statement II is correct: Relics of the Buddha are considered physical remains (Sharira) or objects associated with Tathagata Buddha (Gautama Buddha), carrying immense religious and historical value for devotees worldwide.
- Statement III is incorrect: The event is a public access initiative. One of its primary goals is to allow common citizens and devotees to view the relics, which are otherwise rarely accessible to the general public. It is not restricted to diplomatic envoys.
Incorrect
Answer: A
Explanation:
-
- Statement I is correct: The exposition is organized under the theme “Peace Beyond Borders”, aimed at promoting cultural diplomacy and highlighting India’s Buddhist heritage as a tool for soft power projection.
- Statement II is correct: Relics of the Buddha are considered physical remains (Sharira) or objects associated with Tathagata Buddha (Gautama Buddha), carrying immense religious and historical value for devotees worldwide.
- Statement III is incorrect: The event is a public access initiative. One of its primary goals is to allow common citizens and devotees to view the relics, which are otherwise rarely accessible to the general public. It is not restricted to diplomatic envoys.
-
Question 7 of 8
7. Question
Consider the following statements regarding the ‘Women and Men in India 2025’ report:
I. It is an annual publication by the Ministry of Women and Child Development.
II. It provides gender-disaggregated data to monitor progress toward SDG-5 (Gender Equality).
III. According to recent trends, the Female Labour Force Participation Rate (LFPR) has shown a steady decline.
Which of the statements given above are incorrect?
Correct
Answer: C
Explanation:
-
- Statement I is incorrect: The report titled “Women and Men in India 2025: Selected Indicators and Data” is an annual publication officially released by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI), not the Ministry of Women and Child Development.
- Statement II is correct: This statistical compendium compiles gender-disaggregated data to support evidence-based policymaking and to track and monitor progress toward Sustainable Development Goal 5 (SDG-5), which focuses on Gender Equality.
- Statement III is incorrect: According to the 2025 report, the Female Labour Force Participation Rate (LFPR) for ages 15 and above has actually shown a significant increase. Notably, the participation rate for females in rural areas rose from 37.5% in 2022 to 45.9% in 2025.
Incorrect
Answer: C
Explanation:
-
- Statement I is incorrect: The report titled “Women and Men in India 2025: Selected Indicators and Data” is an annual publication officially released by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI), not the Ministry of Women and Child Development.
- Statement II is correct: This statistical compendium compiles gender-disaggregated data to support evidence-based policymaking and to track and monitor progress toward Sustainable Development Goal 5 (SDG-5), which focuses on Gender Equality.
- Statement III is incorrect: According to the 2025 report, the Female Labour Force Participation Rate (LFPR) for ages 15 and above has actually shown a significant increase. Notably, the participation rate for females in rural areas rose from 37.5% in 2022 to 45.9% in 2025.
-
Question 8 of 8
8. Question
Which of the following is referred to as the “Golden Rule” in the context of fiscal management for Indian states?
Correct
Answer: D
Explanation:
The “Golden Rule” of public finance is that the government should only borrow to invest and not to fund current consumption (zero revenue deficit).
-
- Zero Revenue Deficit: Governments should not borrow to fund their daily consumption or operational expenses (revenue expenditure).
- Borrowing for Assets: Borrowing should be strictly restricted to funding capital expenditure, which creates assets and generates future benefits for the economy.
- Current Spending: Day-to-day spending such as salaries, pensions, and subsidies should be entirely covered by current revenue receipts (taxes and non-tax revenue).
Incorrect
Answer: D
Explanation:
The “Golden Rule” of public finance is that the government should only borrow to invest and not to fund current consumption (zero revenue deficit).
-
- Zero Revenue Deficit: Governments should not borrow to fund their daily consumption or operational expenses (revenue expenditure).
- Borrowing for Assets: Borrowing should be strictly restricted to funding capital expenditure, which creates assets and generates future benefits for the economy.
- Current Spending: Day-to-day spending such as salaries, pensions, and subsidies should be entirely covered by current revenue receipts (taxes and non-tax revenue).
