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Question 1 of 10
1. Question
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Category: current affairs
Which of the following indicator(s) is/are measured under the Global Hunger Index (GHI)? 1. Undernutrition 2. Child wasting 3. Child mortality Select the correct answer using the code given below:
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: The Global Hunger Index (GHI) is a tool for comprehensively measuring and tracking hunger at global, regional, and national levels. GHI scores are based on the values of four component indicators: Undernutrition: the share of the population that is undernourished (that is, whose caloric intake is insufficient); Child wasting: the share of children under the age of five who are wasted (that is, who have low weight for their height, reflecting acute undernutrition); Child stunting: the share of children under the age of five who are stunted (that is, who have low height for their age, reflecting chronic undernutrition); and Child mortality: the mortality rate of children under the age of five (in part, a reflection of the fatal mix of inadequate nutrition and unhealthy environments). Based on the values of the four indicators, the GHI determines hunger on a 100-point scale where 0 is the best possible score (no hunger) and 100 is the worst. Each country’s GHI score is classified by severity, from low to extremely alarming. # In the 2020 Global Hunger Index, India ranks 94th out of the 107 countries. With a score of 27.2, India has a level of hunger that is serious.
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: The Global Hunger Index (GHI) is a tool for comprehensively measuring and tracking hunger at global, regional, and national levels. GHI scores are based on the values of four component indicators: Undernutrition: the share of the population that is undernourished (that is, whose caloric intake is insufficient); Child wasting: the share of children under the age of five who are wasted (that is, who have low weight for their height, reflecting acute undernutrition); Child stunting: the share of children under the age of five who are stunted (that is, who have low height for their age, reflecting chronic undernutrition); and Child mortality: the mortality rate of children under the age of five (in part, a reflection of the fatal mix of inadequate nutrition and unhealthy environments). Based on the values of the four indicators, the GHI determines hunger on a 100-point scale where 0 is the best possible score (no hunger) and 100 is the worst. Each country’s GHI score is classified by severity, from low to extremely alarming. # In the 2020 Global Hunger Index, India ranks 94th out of the 107 countries. With a score of 27.2, India has a level of hunger that is serious.
Question 2 of 10
2. Question
1 points
Category: current affairs
Consider the following statements regarding the International Solar Alliance (ISA): 1. Membership eligibility of ISA is limited to countries that are partially or entirely located within the tropics of Cancer and Capricorn. 2. India is currently the President of ISA. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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The International Solar Alliance was launched jointly by the Prime Minister of India and the President of France during COP21 in Paris. Statement 1 is incorrect. The membership criteria were earlier limited to countries within the tropics but it has now been expanded to all Member States of the United Nations. Statement 2 is correct. India and France were re-elected as president and co-president of the International Solar Alliance (ISA) for a term of two years at its third assembly recently.
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The International Solar Alliance was launched jointly by the Prime Minister of India and the President of France during COP21 in Paris. Statement 1 is incorrect. The membership criteria were earlier limited to countries within the tropics but it has now been expanded to all Member States of the United Nations. Statement 2 is correct. India and France were re-elected as president and co-president of the International Solar Alliance (ISA) for a term of two years at its third assembly recently.
Question 3 of 10
3. Question
1 points
Category: current affairs
Which of the following electoral constituency has the highest ceiling on poll expenditure?
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The Law Ministry has recently notified the Conduct of Elections (Amendment) Rules, 2020 that has increased the ceiling on poll expenditure for Assembly and Lok Sabha elections by 10%. The ceiling on poll expenditure varies across States, with candidates in Assembly elections in bigger States like Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, and Maharashtra now allowed to spend up to 30.8 lakhs as against 28 lakhs earlier. For Lok Sabha poll in these bigger States, the revised ceiling on poll expenditure is now 77 lakh. Goa, Arunachal Pradesh, Sikkim and a few Union Territories, based on the size of their constituencies and population, have a lower ceiling; for a Lok Sabha candidate it is now 59.4 lakhs and those contesting an Assembly can spend up to 22 lakhs. Delhi, like big states have the ceiling of 77 lakhs and 30.8 lakhs on Parliamentary and Assembly constituency respectively.
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The Law Ministry has recently notified the Conduct of Elections (Amendment) Rules, 2020 that has increased the ceiling on poll expenditure for Assembly and Lok Sabha elections by 10%. The ceiling on poll expenditure varies across States, with candidates in Assembly elections in bigger States like Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, and Maharashtra now allowed to spend up to 30.8 lakhs as against 28 lakhs earlier. For Lok Sabha poll in these bigger States, the revised ceiling on poll expenditure is now 77 lakh. Goa, Arunachal Pradesh, Sikkim and a few Union Territories, based on the size of their constituencies and population, have a lower ceiling; for a Lok Sabha candidate it is now 59.4 lakhs and those contesting an Assembly can spend up to 22 lakhs. Delhi, like big states have the ceiling of 77 lakhs and 30.8 lakhs on Parliamentary and Assembly constituency respectively.
Question 4 of 10
4. Question
1 points
Category: current affairs
Consider the following statements regarding FELUDA test for COVID-19: 1. It detects antibodies generated in the body in response to SARS-COV-2 infection. 2. It uses CRISPR-Cas9 technology for diagnosis. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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It has been reported that the Feluda test, a coronavirus detection test developed by the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) and to be commercialised by Tata Sons, will be commercially available in laboratories this month. Statement 1 is incorrect. It is not an antibody-based test. It rather detects genes specific to SARS-CoV-2 virus. Statement 2 is correct. FELUDA is an acronym for FNCAS9 Editor-Limited Uniform Detection Assay. It uses CRISPR-Cas technology for the detection of genes specific to SARS-CoV-2 virus. Test procedure: The nasopharyngeal swab is collected—RNA is extracted—A single step RTPCR is done—The FELUDA mix is prepared by incubating the dead FnCas9 protein, guide RNA and the amplified viral DNA—The dip stick is immersed in the FELUDA mix—Gold nanoparticle on the strip bind to the FELUDA complex—A protein called Streptavidin on the test line captures this gold nanoparticle bound-FELUDA complex—Unbound gold particles are captured on the control line–Colour develops on the test line and/or control line. One line indicates negative and two lines mean positive.
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It has been reported that the Feluda test, a coronavirus detection test developed by the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) and to be commercialised by Tata Sons, will be commercially available in laboratories this month. Statement 1 is incorrect. It is not an antibody-based test. It rather detects genes specific to SARS-CoV-2 virus. Statement 2 is correct. FELUDA is an acronym for FNCAS9 Editor-Limited Uniform Detection Assay. It uses CRISPR-Cas technology for the detection of genes specific to SARS-CoV-2 virus. Test procedure: The nasopharyngeal swab is collected—RNA is extracted—A single step RTPCR is done—The FELUDA mix is prepared by incubating the dead FnCas9 protein, guide RNA and the amplified viral DNA—The dip stick is immersed in the FELUDA mix—Gold nanoparticle on the strip bind to the FELUDA complex—A protein called Streptavidin on the test line captures this gold nanoparticle bound-FELUDA complex—Unbound gold particles are captured on the control line–Colour develops on the test line and/or control line. One line indicates negative and two lines mean positive.
Question 5 of 10
5. Question
1 points
Category: current affairs
Who among the following takes oath to “preserve, protect and defend the Constitution”?
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The Comptroller and Auditor-General of India, Chief Justice of the Supreme Court and Minister of the Union take oath subscribing “allegiance to the Constitution of India as by law established”. [THIRD SCHEDULE] The President [Article 60] and Governor of States [Article 159] take oath to “preserve, protect and defend the Constitution and the law”.
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The Comptroller and Auditor-General of India, Chief Justice of the Supreme Court and Minister of the Union take oath subscribing “allegiance to the Constitution of India as by law established”. [THIRD SCHEDULE] The President [Article 60] and Governor of States [Article 159] take oath to “preserve, protect and defend the Constitution and the law”.
Question 6 of 10
6. Question
1 points
Category: current affairs
The Nazca (Nasca) lines are found in which country?
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Lines and Geoglyphs of Nasca and Palpa are located in the arid Peruvian coastal plain. This UNESCO World Heritage site is home to designs on the ground created some 2,000 years ago. The lines are known as geoglyphs – drawings on the ground made by removing rocks and earth to create a “negative” image. The rocks which cover the desert have oxidized and weathered to a deep rust color, and when the top 12-15 inches of rock is removed, light-colored, high contrasting sand is exposed. Because there’s so little rain, wind and erosion, the exposed designs have stayed largely intact for 500 to 2000 years. Recently, figure of a relaxing cat has been discovered in the Nazca desert. Scientists believe the cat, as with other Nazca animal figures, was created by making depressions in the desert floor, leaving coloured earth exposed. The cat then went unnoticed until plans were recently drawn up for a new path leading to an observation platform.
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Lines and Geoglyphs of Nasca and Palpa are located in the arid Peruvian coastal plain. This UNESCO World Heritage site is home to designs on the ground created some 2,000 years ago. The lines are known as geoglyphs – drawings on the ground made by removing rocks and earth to create a “negative” image. The rocks which cover the desert have oxidized and weathered to a deep rust color, and when the top 12-15 inches of rock is removed, light-colored, high contrasting sand is exposed. Because there’s so little rain, wind and erosion, the exposed designs have stayed largely intact for 500 to 2000 years. Recently, figure of a relaxing cat has been discovered in the Nazca desert. Scientists believe the cat, as with other Nazca animal figures, was created by making depressions in the desert floor, leaving coloured earth exposed. The cat then went unnoticed until plans were recently drawn up for a new path leading to an observation platform.
Question 7 of 10
7. Question
1 points
Category: current affairs
Consider the following statements regarding the Soil-transmitted helminths (STH): 1. These infections are caused by species of parasitic worms. 2. STHs are considered Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs). Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Both statements are correct. Soil-transmitted helminth infections are caused by different species of parasitic worms. They are transmitted by eggs present in human faeces, which contaminate the soil in areas where sanitation is poor. Infected children are nutritionally and physically impaired. Soil-transmitted helminth infection is found mainly in areas with warm and moist climates where sanitation and hygiene are poor, including in temperate zones during warmer months. These STHs are considered Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) because they inflict tremendous disability and suffering yet can be controlled or eliminated. # Since its launch in 2015, the National Deworming Day (NDD), a flagship program of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, is implemented as a biannual single day programme implemented through the platforms of schools and anganwadis. Albendazole tablet, approved by World Health Organization (WHO), is used for treatment of intestinal worms in children and adolescents as part of Mass Drug Administration (MDA) programmes globally.
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Both statements are correct. Soil-transmitted helminth infections are caused by different species of parasitic worms. They are transmitted by eggs present in human faeces, which contaminate the soil in areas where sanitation is poor. Infected children are nutritionally and physically impaired. Soil-transmitted helminth infection is found mainly in areas with warm and moist climates where sanitation and hygiene are poor, including in temperate zones during warmer months. These STHs are considered Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) because they inflict tremendous disability and suffering yet can be controlled or eliminated. # Since its launch in 2015, the National Deworming Day (NDD), a flagship program of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, is implemented as a biannual single day programme implemented through the platforms of schools and anganwadis. Albendazole tablet, approved by World Health Organization (WHO), is used for treatment of intestinal worms in children and adolescents as part of Mass Drug Administration (MDA) programmes globally.
Question 8 of 10
8. Question
1 points
Category: current affairs
Which of the following is/are correctly matched? 1. Dr. Abdul Kalam Island – Odisha 2. Gahirmatha Beach – Andhra Pradesh 3. Swaraj Dweep – Andaman & Nicobar Islands Select the correct answer using the code given below:
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Dr. Abdul Kalam Island, formerly known as Wheeler Island, is an island off the coast of Odisha. The Integrated Test Range missile testing facility is located on the island. Gahirmatha Beach is in the Indian state of Odisha. It separates the Bhitarkanika Mangroves from the Bay of Bengal and is an important nesting beach for olive ridley sea turtles. In 2018, three islands of Andaman and Nicobar were renamed; the Ross Island was renamed as Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Dweep, the Neil Island as Shaheed Dweep and the Havelock Island as Swaraj Dweep.
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Dr. Abdul Kalam Island, formerly known as Wheeler Island, is an island off the coast of Odisha. The Integrated Test Range missile testing facility is located on the island. Gahirmatha Beach is in the Indian state of Odisha. It separates the Bhitarkanika Mangroves from the Bay of Bengal and is an important nesting beach for olive ridley sea turtles. In 2018, three islands of Andaman and Nicobar were renamed; the Ross Island was renamed as Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Dweep, the Neil Island as Shaheed Dweep and the Havelock Island as Swaraj Dweep.
Question 9 of 10
9. Question
1 points
Category: current affairs
Consider the following statements regarding the Anemia Mukt Bharat (AMB) Index: 1. It is an initiative of the NITI Aayog. 2. Haryana has topped in the AMB index among all states Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Statement 1 is incorrect. Anemia Mukt Bharat is an initiative of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare and UNICEF. Statement 2 is correct. Haryana State has topped the Anemia Mukt Bharat (AMB) Index among 29 states in the country. Anemia is a condition in which body lack enough healthy red blood cells to carry adequate oxygen to your body’s tissues.
# Anemia is a key health concern for young girls and boys across the country. But it is something that has a simple, workable solution – Blue, Iron Folic Acid (IFA) tablets once a week and deworming tablets every six months.
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Statement 1 is incorrect. Anemia Mukt Bharat is an initiative of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare and UNICEF. Statement 2 is correct. Haryana State has topped the Anemia Mukt Bharat (AMB) Index among 29 states in the country. Anemia is a condition in which body lack enough healthy red blood cells to carry adequate oxygen to your body’s tissues.
# Anemia is a key health concern for young girls and boys across the country. But it is something that has a simple, workable solution – Blue, Iron Folic Acid (IFA) tablets once a week and deworming tablets every six months.
Question 10 of 10
10. Question
1 points
Category: current affairs
Which of the following Indian naval project(s) is/are correctly matched? 1. Project 28 – Kamorta Class Anti-Submarine Corvettes 2. Project 75 – Kalvari Class of submarines Select the correct answer using the code given below:
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: During the developmental stage of a ship or a submarine, specific projects are generally assigned a numerical character as a unique identifier to the project. In a series production of the warship construction project, all ships/submarines of the series have common design characteristics and capabilities. The term ‘class’ in the Kolkata Class refers to a series of warships constructed under Project 15A which includes Indian naval ships INS Kolkata, INS Kochi and INS Chennai. Similarly, all six submarines constructed under Project 75 are referred to as Kalvari Class of submarines. Project 15 Destroyers – Delhi Class (Delhi, Mysore, and Mumbai) Project 16 Frigates – Godavari Class (Godavari, Ganga and Gomti) Project 16A Frigates – Brahmaputra Class (Brahmaputra, Betwa and Beas) Project 17 Stealth Frigates – Shivalik Class (Shivalik, Sahyadri and Satpura) Project 28 Anti-Submarine Corvettes – Kamorta Class (Kamorta, Kadmatt, Kiltan and Kavaratti) The Project 75I-class submarine is a follow-on of the Project 75 Kalvari-class submarine for the Indian Navy.
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: During the developmental stage of a ship or a submarine, specific projects are generally assigned a numerical character as a unique identifier to the project. In a series production of the warship construction project, all ships/submarines of the series have common design characteristics and capabilities. The term ‘class’ in the Kolkata Class refers to a series of warships constructed under Project 15A which includes Indian naval ships INS Kolkata, INS Kochi and INS Chennai. Similarly, all six submarines constructed under Project 75 are referred to as Kalvari Class of submarines. Project 15 Destroyers – Delhi Class (Delhi, Mysore, and Mumbai) Project 16 Frigates – Godavari Class (Godavari, Ganga and Gomti) Project 16A Frigates – Brahmaputra Class (Brahmaputra, Betwa and Beas) Project 17 Stealth Frigates – Shivalik Class (Shivalik, Sahyadri and Satpura) Project 28 Anti-Submarine Corvettes – Kamorta Class (Kamorta, Kadmatt, Kiltan and Kavaratti) The Project 75I-class submarine is a follow-on of the Project 75 Kalvari-class submarine for the Indian Navy.
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