Current Affairs Quiz 31 January 2025
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Current Affairs Quiz 31 January 2025 For UPSC Exam
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1. Question
Match the following pairs:
Column A Column B
P. Jeevamrit 1. Mulching to conserve moisture and protect soil
Q. Beejamrit 2. Method to restore natural soil balance
R. Aachhadan 3. Cow dung and urine-based fertilizer
S. Whapsa 4. Natural seed treatment to prevent diseasesCorrectAnswer :D. P – 3, Q – 4, R – 1, S – 2
• Jeevamrit: Cow dung and urine-based fertilizer for soil fertility and microbial activity.
• Beejamrit: Natural seed treatment to prevent diseases.
• Ghanjeevamrit: Concentrated jeevamrit for large-scale use.
• Aachhadan: Mulching to conserve moisture and protect soil.
• Whapsa: Method to restore natural soil balance.IncorrectAnswer :D. P – 3, Q – 4, R – 1, S – 2
• Jeevamrit: Cow dung and urine-based fertilizer for soil fertility and microbial activity.
• Beejamrit: Natural seed treatment to prevent diseases.
• Ghanjeevamrit: Concentrated jeevamrit for large-scale use.
• Aachhadan: Mulching to conserve moisture and protect soil.
• Whapsa: Method to restore natural soil balance. - Question 2 of 5
2. Question
What is IVIG (Intravenous Immunoglobulin) therapy used for?
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B. To manage immunodeficiency disorders and autoimmune diseasesIVIG (Intravenous Immunoglobulin) therapy involves the infusion of immunoglobulin (antibodies) derived from healthy human donors. This therapy is primarily used for:
• Immunodeficiency Disorders: In cases where the immune system is weakened or not functioning properly
• Autoimmune Diseases: IVIG is also used to treat autoimmune conditions like idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP), Guillain-Barré syndrome, and Kawasaki disease, where the immune system mistakenly attacks the body’s own cells.IncorrectAnswer:
B. To manage immunodeficiency disorders and autoimmune diseasesIVIG (Intravenous Immunoglobulin) therapy involves the infusion of immunoglobulin (antibodies) derived from healthy human donors. This therapy is primarily used for:
• Immunodeficiency Disorders: In cases where the immune system is weakened or not functioning properly
• Autoimmune Diseases: IVIG is also used to treat autoimmune conditions like idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP), Guillain-Barré syndrome, and Kawasaki disease, where the immune system mistakenly attacks the body’s own cells. - Question 3 of 5
3. Question
What is Point Nemo?
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C. The furthest point from any land, located in the Pacific Ocean• Point Nemo is the Earth’s oceanic pole of inaccessibility, located in the South Pacific Ocean. It is the point on Earth that is furthest from any land, approximately 2,688 kilometers (1,670 miles) away from the nearest landmasses
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C. The furthest point from any land, located in the Pacific Ocean• Point Nemo is the Earth’s oceanic pole of inaccessibility, located in the South Pacific Ocean. It is the point on Earth that is furthest from any land, approximately 2,688 kilometers (1,670 miles) away from the nearest landmasses
- Question 4 of 5
4. Question
What is the significance of INS Tarini?
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B. It is the first Indian naval ship to circumnavigate the globe with an all-women crew• INS Tarini is a sailing vessel of the Indian Navy that made history by being the first Indian naval ship to complete a circumnavigation of the globe with an all-women crew. The expedition was called Navika Sagar Parikrama, and it aimed to demonstrate the strength of women in maritime roles and showcase India’s maritime capabilities.
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B. It is the first Indian naval ship to circumnavigate the globe with an all-women crew• INS Tarini is a sailing vessel of the Indian Navy that made history by being the first Indian naval ship to complete a circumnavigation of the globe with an all-women crew. The expedition was called Navika Sagar Parikrama, and it aimed to demonstrate the strength of women in maritime roles and showcase India’s maritime capabilities.
- Question 5 of 5
5. Question
What is Salmonella?
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B. A genus of bacteria that causes foodborne illnesses• Salmonella is a genus of bacteria that can cause a variety of illnesses, primarily foodborne infections. These infections often lead to symptoms like diarrhea, fever, and abdominal cramps. The bacteria are commonly transmitted through the consumption of contaminated food, particularly raw meat, eggs, and unpasteurized dairy products.
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B. A genus of bacteria that causes foodborne illnesses• Salmonella is a genus of bacteria that can cause a variety of illnesses, primarily foodborne infections. These infections often lead to symptoms like diarrhea, fever, and abdominal cramps. The bacteria are commonly transmitted through the consumption of contaminated food, particularly raw meat, eggs, and unpasteurized dairy products.
