20th May 2021 Current Affairs Quiz
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20th May 2021 Current Affairs Quiz for UPSC Prelims
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1. Question
Which of the following statements regarding GI Tag are correct?
1. The GI Tags in India are governed by Geographical Indications (Registration and Protection Act), 1999.
2. The registration of a geographical indication is valid for a period of 15 years, previously it was 10 years now increased by 5 years.
3. GI is also governed by the World Trade Organization’s (WTO’s) Agreement on Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights (TRIPS), which India is Signatory
Select the correct answer using the code given below.CorrectAns;- c) Only 1 and 3
Explanation;-
The 2nd statement is incorrect because still the GI Tag validation is for 10 Years only not 15 Yrs.IncorrectAns;- c) Only 1 and 3
Explanation;-
The 2nd statement is incorrect because still the GI Tag validation is for 10 Years only not 15 Yrs. - Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Which of the following GI tags are form Nagaland?
1. The Chakshesang Shawl
2. Gholvad Sapota
3. The Naga Mircha
Select the correct answer using the code given below.CorrectAns;- c) Only 1 and 3
About Gholvad Sapota:
• The fruit is known for its sweet and unique taste.
• It is believed that the unique taste is derived from calcium rich soil of Gholvad village, Palghar District of Maharashtra.
• Currently in the Palgahr district, around 5000 hectares of land is under sapota or plantation. Out of 5000 farmers who grow Sapota, 147 farmers are authorized GI users.IncorrectAns;- c) Only 1 and 3
About Gholvad Sapota:
• The fruit is known for its sweet and unique taste.
• It is believed that the unique taste is derived from calcium rich soil of Gholvad village, Palghar District of Maharashtra.
• Currently in the Palgahr district, around 5000 hectares of land is under sapota or plantation. Out of 5000 farmers who grow Sapota, 147 farmers are authorized GI users. - Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Which of the following statemnets regaridng Pneumonia are correct?
1. The Pnuemonia are caused by Bacteria and Virus Only
2. The Pnuemonia mainly affects the brain
Select the correct answer using the code given below.CorrectAns;- d) None of the above
About Pneumonia Disease
• Pneumonia is the single largest infectious cause of death among children under five years of age worldwide, accounting for nearly 10 lakhs deaths globally.
• Pneumonia continues to be the leading cause of mortality in children worldwide, with India accounting for 20% of those deaths and a higher burden of childhood pneumonia than any other country.
• The vaccine “Pneumosil” (Country’s First Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine ) has been developed by the Serum Institute of India Private Limited (SIIPL) in collaboration with partners like the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation.
• Pneumonia is an infection that inflames the air sacs in one or both lungs
• A variety of organisms, including bacteria, viruses and fungi, can cause pneumonia.
• In the United States, common causes of viral pneumonia are influenza, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), and SARS-CoV-2 (the virus that causes COVID-19).
• A common cause of bacterial pneumonia is Streptococcus pneumoniae (pneumococcus).IncorrectAns;- d) None of the above
About Pneumonia Disease
• Pneumonia is the single largest infectious cause of death among children under five years of age worldwide, accounting for nearly 10 lakhs deaths globally.
• Pneumonia continues to be the leading cause of mortality in children worldwide, with India accounting for 20% of those deaths and a higher burden of childhood pneumonia than any other country.
• The vaccine “Pneumosil” (Country’s First Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine ) has been developed by the Serum Institute of India Private Limited (SIIPL) in collaboration with partners like the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation.
• Pneumonia is an infection that inflames the air sacs in one or both lungs
• A variety of organisms, including bacteria, viruses and fungi, can cause pneumonia.
• In the United States, common causes of viral pneumonia are influenza, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), and SARS-CoV-2 (the virus that causes COVID-19).
• A common cause of bacterial pneumonia is Streptococcus pneumoniae (pneumococcus). - Question 4 of 5
4. Question
The word ‘Ransomware’ is sometimes mentioned in news, which of the following statements best describes it ?
CorrectAnswer: B
IncorrectAnswer: B
- Question 5 of 5
5. Question
With reference to the Indian Pharmaceutical Industry, which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. India’s Pharma Industry is the world’s third-largest by value.
2. 100% FDI is allowed under automatic route for Greenfield Pharma.
3. Himachal Pradesh has Asia’s largest pharma manufacturing hub.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.CorrectAnswer: C
India ranks 3rd worldwide for pharmaceutical production by volume and 14th by value. Since India
mostly produces Generic medicines which are comparatively cheaper i.e. low by value. Indian drugs
comprised 20 percent of the global generic drug exports, out of which North America had the largest
share.IncorrectAnswer: C
India ranks 3rd worldwide for pharmaceutical production by volume and 14th by value. Since India
mostly produces Generic medicines which are comparatively cheaper i.e. low by value. Indian drugs
comprised 20 percent of the global generic drug exports, out of which North America had the largest
share.
