28 Dec, 2023

1. Which space agencies recently launched the Smart Lander for Investigating Moon (SLIM) spacecraft?

2. Regarding the PM-JANMAN Scheme recently approved by the Union Cabinet, which of the following statements is/are correct?

  1. This scheme aims at uplifting 75 tribal communities identified as Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs) across India.
  2. It aims to enhance the quality of life and overall well-being of PVTGs by addressing the various forms of discrimination and exclusion they face.
  3. According to the 2011 census, Madhya Pradesh has the highest number of Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs) individuals.

How many of the above statements are correct?

3. Consider the following statements regarding the Huntington’s disease:

  1. Huntington’s disease (HD) is a genetic brain disorder or inherited disease.
  2. It can lead to emotional disturbances, loss of intellectual abilities, and uncontrolled movements.
  3. There are DNA vaccines available to cure Huntington’s disease completely.

 

How many of the above statements are correct?

4. Consider the following statements regarding the Formaldehyde:

  1. Formaldehyde is a colourless, flammable gas at room temperature and has a strong odour.
  2. It can irritate the skin, eyes, nose, and throat. High levels of exposure may cause some types of cancers.
  3. It is a byproduct of combustion and so is also found in cigarette smoke.

How many of the above statements are correct?

5. Recently scientists have discovered an ancient underwater mountain range in the Southern Ocean. Consider the following statements about the Southern Ocean:

  1. The Southern Ocean is the world’s fifth ocean.
  2. It is also known as the Antarctic Ocean.
  3. It is the only ocean to touch three other oceans (Pacific, Atlantic and Indian Ocean).
  4. It is dominated by the Antarctic Circumpolar Current (ACC): the longest, strongest, deepest-reaching current on Earth.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?