Daily Prelims MCQs

Q. With reference to the Southwest Monsoon, consider the following statements:

1. The burst of monsoon is associated with a sudden decline in temperature. 
2. During the monsoon season, the ITCZ lies broadly along the Ganga Plain. 
3. The monsoon splits into Arabian Sea and Bay of Bengal branches after reaching the Indian peninsula.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

Q. With reference to Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF), consider the following statements:

1. ATF is a petroleum-based fuel used in aircraft powered by gas-turbine engines. 
2. Jet A-1 is preferred globally because of better cold-weather performance. 
3. ATF is obtained after refining and treatment of crude oil derivatives.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

Q. With reference to the Startup India Initiative, consider the following statements:

1. DPIIT is the nodal agency for implementation of the initiative. 
2. Fund of Funds for Startups directly invests in recognised startups. 
3. States' Startup Ranking Framework seeks to promote competitive federalism among States.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

Q. With reference to the S-400 air defence system, consider the following statements:

1. It is capable of engaging both aerodynamic and ballistic targets. 
2. The system relies exclusively on active radar guidance throughout engagement. 
3. It is designed as a fixed-site air defence system with limited mobility.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

Q. With reference to the proposed Producer Price Index (PPI), consider the following statements:

1. PPI is proposed to completely replace WPI immediately upon its introduction. 
2. PPI seeks to capture price changes at different stages of production. 
3. Services sector prices are proposed to be incorporated within the PPI framework.

Which of the statements given above are correct?