UPSC Daily PIB Quiz for 10ᵗʰ November 2026

1) With reference to the Sacred Relics of Shakyamuni Buddha and Buddhist traditions in Arunachal Pradesh, consider the following statements:

1. The enshrinement of Buddhist relics in stupas became an important feature of Buddhist devotional practices.
2. Tawang Monastery is associated with the Gelug school of Tibetan Buddhism, whereas the Golden Pagoda at Namsai reflects the Theravada tradition.
3. The Monpa community predominantly follows Theravada Buddhism, while the Khamti community follows Tibetan Buddhism.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

2) With reference to Swachh Survekshan 2025–26, consider the following statements:

1. It is a cleanliness assessment conducted under the Swachh Bharat Mission–Urban to promote competitive and participatory urban sanitation.
2. Its assessment framework includes both service-delivery indicators and citizen feedback.
3. The Swachh Shehar Jodi Initiative is designed primarily to provide financial assistance to cities for purchasing waste-management equipment.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

3) Consider the following statements regarding the National Fellowship for Scheduled Caste Students (NFSC):

1. It is a Central Sector Scheme intended to support SC students pursuing higher research in recognised Indian institutions.
2. The annual allocation of fresh fellowships includes a larger share for Science than for Humanities and Social Sciences.
3. The National Scheduled Castes Finance and Development Corporation is responsible for implementing the scheme, while selection is undertaken by the National Testing Agency.
4. Fellowship support for Ph.D. research may extend to five years, subject to satisfactory progress and applicable conditions.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

4) With reference to the National Action Plan for Drug Demand Reduction (NAPDDR), consider the following statements:

1. It combines preventive interventions with treatment, rehabilitation and social reintegration of persons affected by substance abuse.
2. Integrated Rehabilitation Centres for Addicts primarily provide community-based peer education to vulnerable children and adolescents.
3. Outreach and Drop-in Centres provide screening, counselling and referral services, particularly for vulnerable substance users.
4. Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan was initially launched in all districts of India and subsequently restricted to identified vulnerable districts.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

5) Consider the following statements about the institutional framework of NAPDDR:

1. The National Institute of Social Defence functions as a technical and resource institution for capacity-building and implementation support in drug demand reduction.
2. Addiction Treatment Facilities are established in Government hospitals to provide medical treatment and de-addiction services.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?