Current Affairs Quiz 31 August 2024
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1. Question
Which among the following countries are founding members of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO)?
1) Uzbekistan
2) India
3) Kazakhstan
Select the correct answer using the code given below:CorrectShanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO)
• It is a permanent intergovernmental international organization established on June 15, 2001 in Shanghai (PRC).
• Founding Members: Kazakhstan, China, Kyrgyzstan, Russia, Tajikistan, UzbekistanIncorrectShanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO)
• It is a permanent intergovernmental international organization established on June 15, 2001 in Shanghai (PRC).
• Founding Members: Kazakhstan, China, Kyrgyzstan, Russia, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan - Question 2 of 5
2. Question
The term ‘Quasar’ recently seen in the news refers to?
CorrectAstronomers using the European Southern Observatory’s (ESO) Very Large Telescope (VLT) have discovered the brightest known black hole, identified as a quasar.
About
• The quasar, named J0529-4351, has a mass of 17 billion Suns and consumes about one Sun’s worth of matter per day.
• It is described as the most luminous object ever observed, emitting over 500 trillion times more light than the Sun.
• The light from J0529-4351 took over 12 billion years to reach Earth, indicating it is located very far from us.IncorrectAstronomers using the European Southern Observatory’s (ESO) Very Large Telescope (VLT) have discovered the brightest known black hole, identified as a quasar.
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• The quasar, named J0529-4351, has a mass of 17 billion Suns and consumes about one Sun’s worth of matter per day.
• It is described as the most luminous object ever observed, emitting over 500 trillion times more light than the Sun.
• The light from J0529-4351 took over 12 billion years to reach Earth, indicating it is located very far from us. - Question 3 of 5
3. Question
The IUCN Conservation status of Northern Bald Ibis is?
CorrectAbout Northern Bald Ibis:
• Characteristics: The Northern Bald Ibis has a long, under-curved beak. They are characterized by their black plumage, iridescent green, and bald red head, with individual black markings.
• Distribution: The bird used to be common across North Africa, the Arabian Peninsula and much of Europe. However, it became extinct in central Europe for over 300 years due to hunting and habitat destruction.
• Northern Bald Ibises hunt with the help of their sense of touch to poke in the ground for insect larvae, earthworms, and other invertebrates.
• Conservation Status: The IUCN Status of the species is “Endangered”. (Earlier it was “critically endangered”).
• Conservation efforts: It is making a comeback as scientists guide 36 of these birds on their ancient migration route from Austria to Spain using an ultralight aircraft.IncorrectAbout Northern Bald Ibis:
• Characteristics: The Northern Bald Ibis has a long, under-curved beak. They are characterized by their black plumage, iridescent green, and bald red head, with individual black markings.
• Distribution: The bird used to be common across North Africa, the Arabian Peninsula and much of Europe. However, it became extinct in central Europe for over 300 years due to hunting and habitat destruction.
• Northern Bald Ibises hunt with the help of their sense of touch to poke in the ground for insect larvae, earthworms, and other invertebrates.
• Conservation Status: The IUCN Status of the species is “Endangered”. (Earlier it was “critically endangered”).
• Conservation efforts: It is making a comeback as scientists guide 36 of these birds on their ancient migration route from Austria to Spain using an ultralight aircraft. - Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements about Chandipura vesiculovirus (CHPV):
1) This is a circular single-stranded DNA virus.
2) There is no specific antiviral treatment or vaccine for Chandipura virus infection.
Which of the following statements is/are correct?CorrectChandipura Virus
• Chandipura virus, aka Chandipura vesiculovirus (CHPV), is an RNA virus belonging to the Rhabdoviridae family, which also includes the rabies virus.
• It was first identified in 1965 in Chandipura, a village in Maharashtra.
• Spread: It occurs by the sting of a vector-infected species of sandflies like Phlebotomine sandflies and Phlebotomus papatasi, and some mosquito species such as Aedes aegypti (which is also the vector for dengue).
o The virus resides in the salivary gland of these insects, and can be transmitted to humans or other vertebrates like domestic animals through bites.
• Symptoms: It mainly affects children aged 9 months-14 years. Fever, vomiting, loose motion and headache are the main symptoms.
o The infection can reach the central nervous system which can lead to encephalitis — inflammation of the active tissues of the brain.
• Treatment: There is no specific antiviral treatment or vaccine for Chandipura virus infection.IncorrectChandipura Virus
• Chandipura virus, aka Chandipura vesiculovirus (CHPV), is an RNA virus belonging to the Rhabdoviridae family, which also includes the rabies virus.
• It was first identified in 1965 in Chandipura, a village in Maharashtra.
• Spread: It occurs by the sting of a vector-infected species of sandflies like Phlebotomine sandflies and Phlebotomus papatasi, and some mosquito species such as Aedes aegypti (which is also the vector for dengue).
o The virus resides in the salivary gland of these insects, and can be transmitted to humans or other vertebrates like domestic animals through bites.
• Symptoms: It mainly affects children aged 9 months-14 years. Fever, vomiting, loose motion and headache are the main symptoms.
o The infection can reach the central nervous system which can lead to encephalitis — inflammation of the active tissues of the brain.
• Treatment: There is no specific antiviral treatment or vaccine for Chandipura virus infection. - Question 5 of 5
5. Question
The ‘INS Arighaat’ is a?
CorrectAbout INS Arighaat
• It features several technological upgrades compared to its predecessor, INS Arihant.
• Both submarines share the same reactor and dimensions but Arighaat incorporates advanced design and manufacturing technology.
• Construction and Indigenization: The submarine involved advanced technology, special materials, and skilled workmanship.
o It includes indigenous systems and equipment developed by Indian scientists and industry.
• Importance : INS Arighaat enhances India’s nuclear triad, which includes land-based missiles, aircraft, and nuclear-powered submarines (SSBNs) with ballistic missiles.
o It strengthens India’s nuclear deterrence and contributes to maintaining regional strategic balance.IncorrectAbout INS Arighaat
• It features several technological upgrades compared to its predecessor, INS Arihant.
• Both submarines share the same reactor and dimensions but Arighaat incorporates advanced design and manufacturing technology.
• Construction and Indigenization: The submarine involved advanced technology, special materials, and skilled workmanship.
o It includes indigenous systems and equipment developed by Indian scientists and industry.
• Importance : INS Arighaat enhances India’s nuclear triad, which includes land-based missiles, aircraft, and nuclear-powered submarines (SSBNs) with ballistic missiles.
o It strengthens India’s nuclear deterrence and contributes to maintaining regional strategic balance.
