UPSC Daily PIB Quiz for 27ᵗʰ October 2026

1) With reference to agrivoltaics in India, consider the following statements:

1. Agrivoltaics allows agricultural production and solar power generation to take place on the same land.
2. The gross cropped area of India represents the total land area sown at least once during an agricultural year, without counting repeated sowing.
3. The suitability of crops for cultivation beneath solar panels depends partly on their response to shading.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

2) Consider the following statements regarding hydrogen peroxide-based green propulsion technology:

1. A catalyst can facilitate the decomposition of hydrogen peroxide to generate hot gases for producing thrust.
2. Achieving Technology Readiness Level 9 indicates successful operation of a technology in its actual operational environment.
3. Replacing hydrazine-based propellants with hydrogen peroxide-based systems eliminates the need for specialised safety measures during handling.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

3) Which one of the following best distinguishes a digital twin from a conventional three-dimensional digital model?

4) With reference to the GeM AABHAR Collection, consider the following statements:

1. It provides a dedicated digital storefront for culturally distinctive Indian gifts and hampers.
2. Its product range includes regional handicrafts, handlooms and artisanal products, including ODOP and GI-linked offerings.
3. It functions as a geographical indication registration authority for traditional Indian products.
4. Its promotion through GeM can help connect artisan and regional-product enterprises with institutional government buyers.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

5) Consider the following statements regarding the Atal Vayo Abhyuday Yojana (AVYAY):

1. The Integrated Programme for Senior Citizens supports eligible organisations and public bodies in establishing or maintaining facilities for senior citizens, particularly indigent elderly persons.
2. The State Action Plan for Senior Citizens enables States and Union Territories to undertake interventions suited to their local requirements.
3. The Rashtriya Vayoshri Yojana is one of the components of AVYAY.
4. Regional Resource and Training Centres are concerned exclusively with distributing assistive devices to senior citizens.

Which of the statements given above are correct?