UPSC Daily Quiz 6 February 2026
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Question 1 of 10
1. Question
1 pointsThe Hudson River, recently seen in the news, is located in which of the following countries?
Correct
Answer: b
Explanation:
New York and New Jersey recently sued the Trump administration for freezing $16 billion in federal funding for a new rail tunnel under the Hudson River between the two States.
About Hudson River
It is a river in New York State, United States.
It flows almost entirely within New York State, the exception being its final segment, where it forms the boundary between New York and New Jersey for 34 km.
It was named after British explorer Henry Hudson, who sailed up the river in 1609.
It originates in several small postglacial lakes in the Adirondack Mountains near Mount Marcy (1,629 metres), the highest point in New York, and flows about 507 km through the eastern part of the state.
Lake Tear of the Clouds is regarded as the source of its main headstream, the Opalescent River.
The water from the Hudson River flows into the Upper New York Bay that is situated between New York City and New Jersey.
At the New York Harbor, the Hudson River drains into the Atlantic Ocean.
Due to the glaciation and the rising sea levels, the lower portion of the river is a tidal estuary that occupies the Hudson fjord.
Together with the Mohawk River, its major tributary, it forms one of the US’s most important waterways.
Hence option b is the correct answer.
Incorrect
Answer: b
Explanation:
New York and New Jersey recently sued the Trump administration for freezing $16 billion in federal funding for a new rail tunnel under the Hudson River between the two States.
About Hudson River
It is a river in New York State, United States.
It flows almost entirely within New York State, the exception being its final segment, where it forms the boundary between New York and New Jersey for 34 km.
It was named after British explorer Henry Hudson, who sailed up the river in 1609.
It originates in several small postglacial lakes in the Adirondack Mountains near Mount Marcy (1,629 metres), the highest point in New York, and flows about 507 km through the eastern part of the state.
Lake Tear of the Clouds is regarded as the source of its main headstream, the Opalescent River.
The water from the Hudson River flows into the Upper New York Bay that is situated between New York City and New Jersey.
At the New York Harbor, the Hudson River drains into the Atlantic Ocean.
Due to the glaciation and the rising sea levels, the lower portion of the river is a tidal estuary that occupies the Hudson fjord.
Together with the Mohawk River, its major tributary, it forms one of the US’s most important waterways.
Hence option b is the correct answer.
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Question 2 of 10
2. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements regarding Michelangelo:
- He was an Italian Renaissance sculptor, painter, architect, and poet.
- His artworks were especially admired for use of gold and gemstones.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Answer: a
Explanation:
A foot sketch by Michelangelo was recently sold for £16.9 million, exceeding expectations.
About Michelangelo:
Michelangelo (1475 – 1564) was an Italian Renaissance sculptor, painter, architect, and poet.
He is recognized as one of the most creative and influential artists in the history of Western art.
He was active mainly in Florence and Rome, two major cultural and political centers in fifteenth- and sixteenth-century Europe.
He received the support of important patrons, including members of the ruling Medici family of Florence and, for a crucial decade, the leader of the Roman Catholic Church, Julius II.
His creations were revered and coveted particularly for their ingenious compositions and their powerful representation of the muscular human body.
Michelangelo worked in marble sculpture all his life and in the other arts only during certain periods.
His most celebrated creations have become icons of world culture: the monumental marble David in Florence; the Sistine Chapel ceiling; and the soaring dome of Saint Peter’s Basilica, both in Rome.
In addition to his visual art, he engaged in poetry and architectural projects, shaping the cultural fabric of Rome.
Hence only statement 1 is correct.
Incorrect
Answer: a
Explanation:
A foot sketch by Michelangelo was recently sold for £16.9 million, exceeding expectations.
About Michelangelo:
Michelangelo (1475 – 1564) was an Italian Renaissance sculptor, painter, architect, and poet.
He is recognized as one of the most creative and influential artists in the history of Western art.
He was active mainly in Florence and Rome, two major cultural and political centers in fifteenth- and sixteenth-century Europe.
He received the support of important patrons, including members of the ruling Medici family of Florence and, for a crucial decade, the leader of the Roman Catholic Church, Julius II.
His creations were revered and coveted particularly for their ingenious compositions and their powerful representation of the muscular human body.
Michelangelo worked in marble sculpture all his life and in the other arts only during certain periods.
His most celebrated creations have become icons of world culture: the monumental marble David in Florence; the Sistine Chapel ceiling; and the soaring dome of Saint Peter’s Basilica, both in Rome.
In addition to his visual art, he engaged in poetry and architectural projects, shaping the cultural fabric of Rome.
Hence only statement 1 is correct.
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Question 3 of 10
3. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements regarding the SPHEREx Mission, recently seen in the news:
- It is a NASA Astrophysics mission.
- It will produce a three-dimensional map of the universe.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Answer: c
Explanation:
NASA’s SPHEREx mission turned its infrared gaze on interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS recently, adding to the deep pool of information the agency has gathered on what is only the third such object to be discovered passing through our solar system.
About SPHEREx Mission:
It is a NASA Astrophysics mission launched on March 11, 2025.
The Spectro-Photometer for the History of the Universe, Epoch of Reionization and Ices Explorer (SPHEREx) telescope is a megaphone-shaped telescope.
It will provide an all-sky spectral survey.
It will survey the sky in optical as well as near-infrared light, which, though not visible to the human eye, serves as a powerful tool for answering cosmic questions.
Over a two-year planned mission, the SPHEREx Observatory will collect data on more than 450 million galaxies along with more than 100 million stars in the Milky Way in order to explore the origins of the universe.
With this capability, SPHEREx will produce a three-dimensional map of the universe unlike any other.
Scientists will use this map to answer big questions about the early universe, the history of galaxies, and the prevalence of life-sustaining molecules in planet-forming regions of space.
It also will identify targets for more detailed study by future missions, such as NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope and Wide Field Infrared Survey Telescope.
Hence both statements are correct.
Incorrect
Answer: c
Explanation:
NASA’s SPHEREx mission turned its infrared gaze on interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS recently, adding to the deep pool of information the agency has gathered on what is only the third such object to be discovered passing through our solar system.
About SPHEREx Mission:
It is a NASA Astrophysics mission launched on March 11, 2025.
The Spectro-Photometer for the History of the Universe, Epoch of Reionization and Ices Explorer (SPHEREx) telescope is a megaphone-shaped telescope.
It will provide an all-sky spectral survey.
It will survey the sky in optical as well as near-infrared light, which, though not visible to the human eye, serves as a powerful tool for answering cosmic questions.
Over a two-year planned mission, the SPHEREx Observatory will collect data on more than 450 million galaxies along with more than 100 million stars in the Milky Way in order to explore the origins of the universe.
With this capability, SPHEREx will produce a three-dimensional map of the universe unlike any other.
Scientists will use this map to answer big questions about the early universe, the history of galaxies, and the prevalence of life-sustaining molecules in planet-forming regions of space.
It also will identify targets for more detailed study by future missions, such as NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope and Wide Field Infrared Survey Telescope.
Hence both statements are correct.
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Question 4 of 10
4. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements regarding the Jagannath Temple, recently seen in the news:
- It is a Hindu temple located in Odisha.
- It is a striking example of Vesara architecture.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Answer: a
Explanation:
The president, who is on a six-day tour to Odisha and Chhattisgarh, offered prayers at the Shree Jagannath Temple in Puri recently.
About Jagannath Temple:
It is a Hindu temple located in Puri, Odisha.
It is dedicated to Lord Jagannath, a form of the Hindu deity Vishnu.
It is believed to have been built during the reign of King Anantavarman Chodaganga Deva, of the Eastern Ganga dynasty, in the 12th century.
However, the completion of the temple happened in 1230 AD under Anangbheema Deva III, who also installed the deities in the shrine.
Ratha Yatra is a Hindu festival associated with Lord Jagannath temple.
It is also one of the four sacred pilgrimage sites, known as the Chaar Dhaams, that hold great significance for Hindus.
Architecture:
It is a striking example of Kalinga architecture, a distinct style prevalent in the Odisha region.
The entire temple complex is enclosed within two concentric walls.
The temple complex includes shrines, gardens, and sacred tanks, creating a serene atmosphere for devotion.
The main temple is located at the center of the inner courtyard on a raised platform.
It is constructed in such a way that no shadow of the temple falls on the ground at any time of the day.
At the pinnacle of the temple, there is a 20-foot-high chakra (wheel) that is positioned in a way to be visible from any part of the city.
Unlike other temples of the region, the carvings on the temples are predominantly of gods and goddesses.
Hence only statement 1 is correct.
Incorrect
Answer: a
Explanation:
The president, who is on a six-day tour to Odisha and Chhattisgarh, offered prayers at the Shree Jagannath Temple in Puri recently.
About Jagannath Temple:
It is a Hindu temple located in Puri, Odisha.
It is dedicated to Lord Jagannath, a form of the Hindu deity Vishnu.
It is believed to have been built during the reign of King Anantavarman Chodaganga Deva, of the Eastern Ganga dynasty, in the 12th century.
However, the completion of the temple happened in 1230 AD under Anangbheema Deva III, who also installed the deities in the shrine.
Ratha Yatra is a Hindu festival associated with Lord Jagannath temple.
It is also one of the four sacred pilgrimage sites, known as the Chaar Dhaams, that hold great significance for Hindus.
Architecture:
It is a striking example of Kalinga architecture, a distinct style prevalent in the Odisha region.
The entire temple complex is enclosed within two concentric walls.
The temple complex includes shrines, gardens, and sacred tanks, creating a serene atmosphere for devotion.
The main temple is located at the center of the inner courtyard on a raised platform.
It is constructed in such a way that no shadow of the temple falls on the ground at any time of the day.
At the pinnacle of the temple, there is a 20-foot-high chakra (wheel) that is positioned in a way to be visible from any part of the city.
Unlike other temples of the region, the carvings on the temples are predominantly of gods and goddesses.
Hence only statement 1 is correct.
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Question 5 of 10
5. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements regarding Vayu Shakti 2026, recently seen in the news:
- It is a bilateral air combat exercise between the Indian and Russian air forces.
- It will be held at Pokaran Field Firing Range in Rajasthan.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Answer: b
Explanation:
The Indian Air Force will conduct Vayu Shakti 2026, a major air combat exercise near the Pakistan border, showcasing its full spectrum of offensive and defensive capabilities in a simulated war environment.
About Vayu Shakti 2026:
It is a major air combat exercise of the Indian Air Force (IAF).
It will be held Pokaran Field Firing Range in Rajasthan’s Jaisalmer district and is expected to be the IAF’s largest air combat drill of the year.
Airbases and assets of the IAF’s Western and South Western Air Commands will participate in the exercise.
All units have been fully activated, with more than 100 aircraft expected to take part.
Almost all frontline fighter aircraft and air defence systems that were part of Operation Sindoor will be deployed during the exercise.
These include Rafale, Su-30 MKI, Tejas, MiG-29, Jaguar, Mirage-2000 and Hawk aircraft, which will be seen engaging ground and aerial targets with precision.
The MiG-21, now retired from IAF service, will not feature in the exercise for the first time.
The indigenous Prachand attack helicopter will also participate, firing rockets during live drills.
The exercise will be conducted in a simulated wartime scenario and monitored through the IAF’s Integrated Air Command and Control System (IACCS), which enables real-time tracking and coordination of air operations.
Inputs from long-range, medium-range and short-range radars will be integrated to generate a comprehensive air picture for both offensive and defensive missions.
Drones and loitering munitions used during Operation Sindoor will also be deployed.
Hence only statement 2 is correct.
Incorrect
Answer: b
Explanation:
The Indian Air Force will conduct Vayu Shakti 2026, a major air combat exercise near the Pakistan border, showcasing its full spectrum of offensive and defensive capabilities in a simulated war environment.
About Vayu Shakti 2026:
It is a major air combat exercise of the Indian Air Force (IAF).
It will be held Pokaran Field Firing Range in Rajasthan’s Jaisalmer district and is expected to be the IAF’s largest air combat drill of the year.
Airbases and assets of the IAF’s Western and South Western Air Commands will participate in the exercise.
All units have been fully activated, with more than 100 aircraft expected to take part.
Almost all frontline fighter aircraft and air defence systems that were part of Operation Sindoor will be deployed during the exercise.
These include Rafale, Su-30 MKI, Tejas, MiG-29, Jaguar, Mirage-2000 and Hawk aircraft, which will be seen engaging ground and aerial targets with precision.
The MiG-21, now retired from IAF service, will not feature in the exercise for the first time.
The indigenous Prachand attack helicopter will also participate, firing rockets during live drills.
The exercise will be conducted in a simulated wartime scenario and monitored through the IAF’s Integrated Air Command and Control System (IACCS), which enables real-time tracking and coordination of air operations.
Inputs from long-range, medium-range and short-range radars will be integrated to generate a comprehensive air picture for both offensive and defensive missions.
Drones and loitering munitions used during Operation Sindoor will also be deployed.
Hence only statement 2 is correct.
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Question 6 of 10
6. Question
1 pointsMehao Wildlife Sanctuary, recently in the news, is located in:
Correct
Answer: a
Explanation:
Recently, the Arunachal Pradesh government granted permission to capture the tiger that killed a head constable along the Roing–Mayodia road inside Mehao Wildlife Sanctuary.
- Location: It is located in the state of Arunachal Pradesh.
- It is named after its beautiful and mesmerizing ‘Mehao Lake’ situated in core zone of the sanctuary.
- Terrain: The terrain is entirely hilly, varying in altitude from 400 m to 3,560 m.
- Major perennial rivers and streams that flow through the sanctuary are Ashupani, Deopani, Enjopan, Diphu and Jowe.
- This Sanctuary consists of four forest types: Tropical Evergreen Forests, Sub-Tropical & Temperate Forests, Temperate Broad Leave Forest and Temperate Conifer Forest
- Flora: Important tree species are HollocK, Khokan, Mekai, Simul. The bamboo of the variety Dendrocalamus Hamiltonii is found in abundance.
- The medicinal plants Coptis Teeta (Mishmi Teeta) is an endemic species and Taxus baccata are available here.
- Fauna: Clouded leopard, marbled cat, wild dog, spotted linsang, Himalayan Black Bear and Red Panda are some of the prominent species found in the sanctuary.
Hence option (a) is the correct answer.
News: https://hubnetwork.in/arunachal-govt-grants-permission-to-capture-tiger-after-fatal-attack-in-mehao-wildlife-sanctuary/
Incorrect
Answer: a
Explanation:
Recently, the Arunachal Pradesh government granted permission to capture the tiger that killed a head constable along the Roing–Mayodia road inside Mehao Wildlife Sanctuary.
- Location: It is located in the state of Arunachal Pradesh.
- It is named after its beautiful and mesmerizing ‘Mehao Lake’ situated in core zone of the sanctuary.
- Terrain: The terrain is entirely hilly, varying in altitude from 400 m to 3,560 m.
- Major perennial rivers and streams that flow through the sanctuary are Ashupani, Deopani, Enjopan, Diphu and Jowe.
- This Sanctuary consists of four forest types: Tropical Evergreen Forests, Sub-Tropical & Temperate Forests, Temperate Broad Leave Forest and Temperate Conifer Forest
- Flora: Important tree species are HollocK, Khokan, Mekai, Simul. The bamboo of the variety Dendrocalamus Hamiltonii is found in abundance.
- The medicinal plants Coptis Teeta (Mishmi Teeta) is an endemic species and Taxus baccata are available here.
- Fauna: Clouded leopard, marbled cat, wild dog, spotted linsang, Himalayan Black Bear and Red Panda are some of the prominent species found in the sanctuary.
Hence option (a) is the correct answer.
News: https://hubnetwork.in/arunachal-govt-grants-permission-to-capture-tiger-after-fatal-attack-in-mehao-wildlife-sanctuary/
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Question 7 of 10
7. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements regarding Mount Aconcagua:
- It is located in Argentina.
- It is a fold mountain composed of sedimentary and metamorphic rock.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Answer: c
Explanation:
Recently, Defence Minister flagged off a joint mountaineering expedition to Mount Aconcagua in Argentina from New Delhi.
- Location: It is located in Argentina (near the border with Chile)
- It is the highest mountain in South America and the tallest mountain outside of Asia.
- It is one of the mountains in the Principle Cordillera, a mountain range in the Andes making up the boundary between Argentina and Central Chile.
- It is considered as one of the world’s “Seven Summits” (each of the seven tallest mountains in each continent).
- Origin: Aconcagua is of volcanic origin, but it is not itself an active volcano.
- Formation of Mt Aconcagua: The Mountain was formed when the heavier Nazca Plate dived beneath the South American Plate through a process known as subduction.
- It is a folded mountain composed of sedimentary and metamorphic rock.
- Climate Zones on the Mountain: Dry and desert-like with sparse vegetation, Alpine desert zone and arctic conditions at the top.
- The mountain also contains glaciers, of which Ventisquero Horcones Inferior is the largest.
Hence both statements are correct.
News: https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2223636®=3&lang=1
Incorrect
Answer: c
Explanation:
Recently, Defence Minister flagged off a joint mountaineering expedition to Mount Aconcagua in Argentina from New Delhi.
- Location: It is located in Argentina (near the border with Chile)
- It is the highest mountain in South America and the tallest mountain outside of Asia.
- It is one of the mountains in the Principle Cordillera, a mountain range in the Andes making up the boundary between Argentina and Central Chile.
- It is considered as one of the world’s “Seven Summits” (each of the seven tallest mountains in each continent).
- Origin: Aconcagua is of volcanic origin, but it is not itself an active volcano.
- Formation of Mt Aconcagua: The Mountain was formed when the heavier Nazca Plate dived beneath the South American Plate through a process known as subduction.
- It is a folded mountain composed of sedimentary and metamorphic rock.
- Climate Zones on the Mountain: Dry and desert-like with sparse vegetation, Alpine desert zone and arctic conditions at the top.
- The mountain also contains glaciers, of which Ventisquero Horcones Inferior is the largest.
Hence both statements are correct.
News: https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2223636®=3&lang=1
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Question 8 of 10
8. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements regarding Gulf Cooperation Council:
- The presidency of this organization rotates alphabetically according to the names of the countries.
- The Ministerial council is the highest authority of the Gulf Cooperation Council.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Answer: c
Explanation:
Recently, India and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) have signed the Terms of Reference for a Free Trade Agreement in New Delhi.
- It is a regional political and economic alliance established in 1981.
- Member countries: It comprises Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
- Objective: To foster economic, security, cultural, and social cooperation among its members.
- Background: It was formed in response to escalating regional tensions, particularly the Iranian Revolution (1979) and the Iran-Iraq War (1980–1988).
- Headquarters: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
- Organizational Structure of the Gulf Cooperation Council:
- Supreme council
- It is the highest authority of the GCC, composed of the heads of the member states.
- Its presidency rotates alphabetically according to the names of the countries.
- It convenes in a regular session annually.
- Ministerial council
- It is composed of foreign ministers or their representatives from member states.
- It proposes policies and implements decisions of the Supreme Council.
- Secretariat general: Its responsibilities include preparing studies to enhance cooperation, coordination, and integration in joint Gulf projects and initiatives.
Hence both statements are correct.
News: https://www.newsonair.gov.in/india-and-gulf-cooperation-council-sign-terms-of-reference-for-a-free-trade-agreement/
Incorrect
Answer: c
Explanation:
Recently, India and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) have signed the Terms of Reference for a Free Trade Agreement in New Delhi.
- It is a regional political and economic alliance established in 1981.
- Member countries: It comprises Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
- Objective: To foster economic, security, cultural, and social cooperation among its members.
- Background: It was formed in response to escalating regional tensions, particularly the Iranian Revolution (1979) and the Iran-Iraq War (1980–1988).
- Headquarters: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
- Organizational Structure of the Gulf Cooperation Council:
- Supreme council
- It is the highest authority of the GCC, composed of the heads of the member states.
- Its presidency rotates alphabetically according to the names of the countries.
- It convenes in a regular session annually.
- Ministerial council
- It is composed of foreign ministers or their representatives from member states.
- It proposes policies and implements decisions of the Supreme Council.
- Secretariat general: Its responsibilities include preparing studies to enhance cooperation, coordination, and integration in joint Gulf projects and initiatives.
Hence both statements are correct.
News: https://www.newsonair.gov.in/india-and-gulf-cooperation-council-sign-terms-of-reference-for-a-free-trade-agreement/
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Question 9 of 10
9. Question
1 pointsWith reference to Sarus crane, consider the following:
- It is the tallest flying bird in the world.
- It is widely distributed along the Gangetic plain and in eastern Rajasthan region.
- It is categorized as critically endangered species under the IUCN Red List.
How many of the above statements are correct?
Correct
Answer: b
Explanation:
According to government census conducted across 68 forest divisions of Uttar Pradesh, the population of sarus cranes in the state has gone up by 634 or 3.1% in a year.
- It is the tallest flying bird in the world.
- Habitat: They live mainly in wetlands such as canals, marshes, and ponds, sometimes near humans.
- Distribution: They live in Southeast Asia, northern India, and northern Australia.
- In India, most sarus cranes are widely distributed along the Gangetic plain and in eastern Rajasthan in the northern states of India. Population densities decrease going to the south.
- This species is not known to be migratory.
- Features of Sarus Crane:
- It has a predominantly grey plumage with a naked red head and upper neck and pale red legs.
- They are regarded as the least social crane species, found mostly in pairs or small groups of three or four.
- They are monogamous birds and pairs mate for life.
- Nests are constructed on water in natural wetlands or in flooded paddy fields.
- Lifespan: It has been estimated that cranes in general can live 30 to 40 years.
- Conservation Status of Sarus Crane:
- IUCN: Vulnerable
- CITES: Appendix II
- Wildlife (Protection) Act 1972: Schedule IV
Hence only statements 1 and 2 are correct.
News: https://www.hindustantimes.com/cities/lucknow-news/ups-sarus-count-up-by-634-in-a-year-101770232022301.html
Incorrect
Answer: b
Explanation:
According to government census conducted across 68 forest divisions of Uttar Pradesh, the population of sarus cranes in the state has gone up by 634 or 3.1% in a year.
- It is the tallest flying bird in the world.
- Habitat: They live mainly in wetlands such as canals, marshes, and ponds, sometimes near humans.
- Distribution: They live in Southeast Asia, northern India, and northern Australia.
- In India, most sarus cranes are widely distributed along the Gangetic plain and in eastern Rajasthan in the northern states of India. Population densities decrease going to the south.
- This species is not known to be migratory.
- Features of Sarus Crane:
- It has a predominantly grey plumage with a naked red head and upper neck and pale red legs.
- They are regarded as the least social crane species, found mostly in pairs or small groups of three or four.
- They are monogamous birds and pairs mate for life.
- Nests are constructed on water in natural wetlands or in flooded paddy fields.
- Lifespan: It has been estimated that cranes in general can live 30 to 40 years.
- Conservation Status of Sarus Crane:
- IUCN: Vulnerable
- CITES: Appendix II
- Wildlife (Protection) Act 1972: Schedule IV
Hence only statements 1 and 2 are correct.
News: https://www.hindustantimes.com/cities/lucknow-news/ups-sarus-count-up-by-634-in-a-year-101770232022301.html
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Question 10 of 10
10. Question
1 pointsLake Urmia, recently in news, is located in:
Correct
Answer: d
Explanation:
Recently, after the communal prayer in Tehran, the government mounts cloud seeding in the lake Urmia basin.
- Location: It is one of the largest inland lakes located in northwestern Iran.
- Its waters have no outlet, they are highly saline and it is one-fourth as salty as the Dead Sea.
- The basin is surrounded by mountains in the west and north, by plateaus in the south, and by plateaus and volcanic cones in the east.
- It is located 4,183 feet above sea level.
- Source of Water: The main affluents are the Talkheh River in the northeast and the twin rivers Zarīneh and Sīmīneh the south.
- Biodiversity: Lake Urmia is home of a number of diatoms, phytoplankton (algae). and bacteria.
- Protection Status: It is designated as is a Ramsar Site and part of UNESCO’s Man and the Biosphere Programme (MAB).
Hence option (d) is the correct answer.
Incorrect
Answer: d
Explanation:
Recently, after the communal prayer in Tehran, the government mounts cloud seeding in the lake Urmia basin.
- Location: It is one of the largest inland lakes located in northwestern Iran.
- Its waters have no outlet, they are highly saline and it is one-fourth as salty as the Dead Sea.
- The basin is surrounded by mountains in the west and north, by plateaus in the south, and by plateaus and volcanic cones in the east.
- It is located 4,183 feet above sea level.
- Source of Water: The main affluents are the Talkheh River in the northeast and the twin rivers Zarīneh and Sīmīneh the south.
- Biodiversity: Lake Urmia is home of a number of diatoms, phytoplankton (algae). and bacteria.
- Protection Status: It is designated as is a Ramsar Site and part of UNESCO’s Man and the Biosphere Programme (MAB).
Hence option (d) is the correct answer.
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Q1. What is the Daily UPSC Quiz?+
Ans. The Daily UPSC Quiz is a set of practice questions based on current affairs, static subjects, and PYQs that help aspirants enhance retention and test conceptual clarity regularly.
Q2. How is the Daily Quiz useful for UPSC preparation?+
Ans. Daily quizzes support learning, help in revision, improve time management, and boost accuracy for both UPSC Prelims and Mains through consistent practice.
Q3. Are the quiz questions based on the UPSC syllabus?+
Ans. Yes, all questions are aligned with the UPSC Syllabus 2025, covering key areas like Polity, Economy, Environment, History, Geography, and Current Affairs.
Q4. Are solutions and explanations provided with the quiz?+
Ans. Yes, each quiz includes detailed explanations and source references to enhance conceptual understanding and enable self-assessment.
Q5. Is the Daily UPSC Quiz suitable for both Prelims and Mains?+
Ans. Primarily focused on Prelims (MCQ format), but it also indirectly helps in Mains by strengthening subject knowledge and factual clarity.
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