Current Affairs Quiz 21 August 2024

From the point of view of commerce, the Atlantic Ocean is the busiest Ocean in the world. This is because
1. It is the largest ocean in the world.
2. It connects major continents.
3. Its coastline is indented that favours formation of natural harbours and ports.
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Consider the following statements about “dark patterns” in digital user experiences:
1. The term “dark patterns” was coined by British user experience researcher Harry Brignull in 2010 to describe deceptive web design techniques that mislead users into making unintended decisions.
2. Common examples of dark patterns include the automatic addition of travel insurance to flight bookings, the mandatory provision of contact details on e-commerce sites for marketing purposes, and pop-up ads for self-gifting on birthdays.
3. As part of the Fourth Industrial Revolution, major tech companies have utilized these dark patterns to significantly enhance their profitability, often surpassing the GDPs of several countries combined.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following information about the Ladki Bahin Yojana introduced by the Government of Maharashtra:
1. The Ladki Bahin Yojana, also known as the Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana, is a welfare initiative aimed at empowering economically disadvantaged women by providing them with financial assistance.
2. Eligibility for the scheme includes being a permanent resident of Maharashtra with a family income of less than ₹2.5 lakh per annum, and not being employed in a government role or paying income tax.
3. Benefits of the scheme include a monthly stipend of ₹1,500, three free LPG gas cylinders annually, and fee waivers for college admissions for girls from OBC and EWS backgrounds.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

With reference to the treatment of cancerous tumours, a tool called cyberknife has been making the news. In this context, which one of the following statements is not correct?

‘RNA interference (RNAi)’ technology has gained popularity in the last few years. Why?
1. It is used in developing gene-silencing therapies.
2. It can be used in developing therapies for the treatment of cancer.
3. It can be used to develop hormone replacement therapies.
4. It can be used to produce crop plants that are resistant to viral pathogens.
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