Daily Challenge
Saturday, 3 October 2026
Daily Challenge — 3 October 2026
Three UPSC Prelims-pattern questions — one each from the GS I, GS II and GS III subject areas. Attempt all three before checking your answers.
Performing Arts, Literature and Philosophy
Which one of the following is a classical dance form of Kerala?
Correct answer: A
Kathakali is from Kerala. Kuchipudi is from Andhra Pradesh, Odissi from Odisha and Sattriya from Assam.Constitutional Bodies
Which Article of the Constitution of India provides for the Finance Commission?
Correct answer: B
Article 280 provides for the Finance Commission. Article 148 is the CAG, Article 312 the All India Services, and Article 324 the Election Commission.Biodiversity and Conservation
Which one of the following biodiversity hotspots lies partly in India?
Correct answer: A
Four hotspots cover parts of India: the Himalaya, Indo-Burma, Western Ghats and Sri Lanka, and Sundaland (Nicobar Islands).