Stay Tuned with Daily Current Affairs Newspaper Quiz for UPSC 2026
Question 1
Science and Technology | Defence | Medium | The Hindu
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Solid propellant missile consists of:
A. Oxidiser
B. Binder
C. Fuel
Which of the above options are correct:
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 1 and 3 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. All of the above
Solution & Detailed Explanation
Answer: (D) All of the above
Detailed Explanation
- Solid rocket fuel typically consists of a mixture of an oxidizer, a fuel, and a binder.
- Common oxidizers include ammonium perchlorate, while fuels often involve powdered metals like aluminium. The binder, typically a rubber-based material, holds the mixture together and allows for a controlled burn.
- Oxidizers: Ammonium Perchlorate (AP): A widely used oxidizer in solid rocket propellants. Other Perchlorates: Other perchlorate compounds can also be used.
- Fuels: Metallic Powders: Aluminium is a common fuel choice. OtherFuels: Other metals like magnesium can also be used.
- Binders: Hydroxyl-Terminated Polybutadiene (HTPB): A popular binder that holds the fuel and oxidizer together. Polybutadiene Acrylonitrile (PBAN): Another binder used in solid rocket propellants.
Question 2
Economy | Markets | Medium | The Hindu
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Consider the following:
1. Higher the MSP by the government, lower the demand of the crop in the domestic market.
2. Subsidies are subtracted while calculating NNP at FC.
Which of the statements above is or are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. None of the above
Solution & Detailed Explanation
Answer: (D) None of the above
Detailed Explanation
- A higher Minimum Support Price (MSP) set by the government does not inherently lead to lower demand for the crop in the domestic market. While it can influence production decisions and potentially impact market prices, demand is primarily determined by consumer preferences, availability of substitutes, and overall market conditions.
- NNP at Market Prices= GNP at Market Prices – Depreciation. NNP at Factor Cost (National Income) = NNP at Market Prices – Indirect taxes+ Subsidies or NNPFC= GNP at Market Prices – Depreciation – Indirect taxes + Subsidies.
Question 3
Current Affairs | Miscellaneous | Medium | The Hindu
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Arrange the following ranks in the correct sequence beginning from bottom to top.
A. Commander
B. Admiral
C. Commodore
D. Captain
Choose the correct sequence:
A. A,D,B,C
B. A,D,C,B
C. A,B,C,D
D. A,C,D,B
Solution & Detailed Explanation
Answer: (B) A,D,C,B
Detailed Explanation
Question 4
Environment | Conservation | Easy | The Hindu
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Consider the following:
1. Hailey National Park has 19. 83 tigers per 100 sq km.
2. India is home to more than 75% tiger population in the world.
Which of the statements above is or are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. None of the above
Solution & Detailed Explanation
Answer: (B) 2 only
Detailed Explanation
- Tiger population with an estimated 3,682 tigers in the wild, significantly higher than the projected figure of 3,167. As of 2023, there were 3,682 wild tigers in India, which is almost 75% of the world’s wild tiger population.
- Hailey National Park has 19. 56 tigers per 100 sq km.
Question 5
Economy | Banking | Easy | The Hindu
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Consider the following:
1. High LTV ratio, high rate of interest.
2. Low LTV ratio, high demand of loan.
Which of the statements above is or are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. None of the above
Solution & Detailed Explanation
Answer: (C) Both 1 and 2
Detailed Explanation
- High LTV ratio means the loan is expensive to take therefore the rate of interest will be higher.
- Low LTV ratio means the loan is cheap to take therefore the people will choose to take more loans therefore, high demand of loan.
Question 6
Economy | Reports | Medium | The Hindu
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Consider the following:
1. World Economic Outlook (WEO)
2. Global Financial Stability Report (GFSR)
3. Fiscal Monitor (FM)
4. Global Economic Prospects
Which of the reports mentioned above are published by the IMF?
A. 1 and 3 only
B. 2 and 4 only
C. 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3 only
Solution & Detailed Explanation
Answer: (D) 1, 2 and 3 only
Detailed Explanation
- World Economic Outlook (WEO) – The World Economic Outlook (WEO) is a survey of prospects and policies by the IMF staff, usually published twice a year, with updates in between.
- Global Financial Stability Report (GFSR) – The Global Financial Stability Report (GFSR) is a survey by the IMF staff published twice a year, in the spring and fall. The report draws out the financial ramifications of economic issues high- lighted in the IMF’s World Economic Outlook (WEO).
- Fiscal Monitor (FM) – The Fiscal Monitor (FM) is a semi-annual publication by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) Fiscal Affairs Department. It analyses recent public finance developments, updates medium-term fiscal projections, and assesses policies to ensure fiscal sustainability. The FM provides insights into the fiscal implications of crises, debt levels, and policy responses, using data from the IMF’s World Economic Outlook database and input from IMF country desk officers
- Global Economic Prospects – The “Global Economic Prospects” reports (biannual publication), primarily published by the World Bank, provide forecasts and analysis on the global economy’s health, including growth, inflation, and key risks. These reports highlight trends in both advanced and developing economies, often focusing on specific regions and countries like India.
