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Daily Current Affairs Prelims Quiz 12-06-2025 (Online Prelims Test)

1) Consider the following statements with respect to Census

  1. The first systematic attempt at a census in India was the Census of 1872.
  2. The Census of 1881, led by W.C. Plowden (Census Commissioner of India), marked a significant step towards a modern, synchronous census.

Which of the following statements is/are correct?

  • a. 
  • b. 
  • c. 
  • d. 
Answer : c

Census

  • The first systematic attempt at a census in India was the Census of 1872.
  • The Census of 1881, led by W.C. Plowden (Census Commissioner of India), marked a significant step towards a modern, synchronous census.

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2) Consider the following statements with respect to Padmanabhaswamy Temple

  1. It is renowned for its Dravidian architecture.
  2. It was built in the 8th-century and dedicated to Lord Vishnu.

Which of the following statements is/are correct?

  • a. 
  • b. 
  • c. 
  • d. 
Answer : c

Padmanabhaswamy Temple

  • The Padmanabhaswamy Temple, dedicated to Lord Vishnu, is a significant Hindu temple in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala.
  • Built in - The 8th-century, one of the 108 temples in India dedicated to Lord Vishnu.
  • King Marthanda Varma that this temple saw a major renovation.
  • This was followed by the tradition of Thripadidanam, the donation to the temple and its deity.
  • Architecture - It is renowned for its Dravidian architecture

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3) Consider the following statements with respect to Cathepsin B

  1. Cathepsin B is a cysteine protease, a type of enzyme that breaks down proteins.
  2. It is primarily located within lysosomes, the cell's "garbage disposal" compartments.

Which of the following statements is/are correct?

  • a. 
  • b. 
  • c. 
  • d. 
Answer : c

Cathepsin B

  • Cathepsin B is a cysteine protease, a type of enzyme that breaks down proteins.
  • It is primarily located within lysosomes, the cell's "garbage disposal" compartments.

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4) Spathaspina noohi, sometimes seen in the news recently, is associated with?

  • a. 
  • b. 
  • c. 
  • d. 
Answer : a

Spathaspina noohi

  • It is a new beetle species that features a striking sword-like spine on its back, an anatomical trait so rare.

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5) Consider the following statements with respect to Financial Stability and Development Council (FSDC)

  1. It serves as a high-level forum aimed at enhancing financial stability and inter-regulatory coordination.
  2. It is a statutory body, being chaired by Union Finance Minister.

Which of the following statements is/are correct?

  • a. 
  • b. 
  • c. 
  • d. 
Answer : a

Financial Stability and Development Council (FSDC)

  • Established in – 2010.
  • It serves as a high-level forum aimed at enhancing financial stability and inter-regulatory coordination.
  • It is not a statutory body and does not have a dedicated budget for its operations.
  • Chaired by – The Union Finance Minister.

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