GK Quiz | 03 April 2020

1. Which of the following is true about the Geo-Fencing app?

1. This app is to create virtual boundaries around an object for security purposes.
2. This app is used to track a COVID-19 affected patient.
3. This app is used for navigation purposes.
4. None of the above.

Ans. B

Explanation

Geo- fencing app is used to track the COVID-19 affected or suspected persons. The app creates virtual fencing around the person being quarantined and trigger alarm as soon as the person cross the virtual boundary. The app provides correct information up to a range of 300 metres.

Hence, the correct answer is B.

 

2. Infrared temperature gun is used to

1. Measure the temperature of an object
2. Used for defense purpose
3. Both A and B
4. None of the above

Ans. A

Explanation

Infrared temperature gun, also called infrared thermometer, is used to measure the temperature of an object from a distance by measuring the intensity of black- body radiation from the object being measured. It is one of the Personal Protection Equipment for healthcare workers in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Hence, the correct answer is A.

 

3. Operation Sanjeevani is related to

1. Ensuring drug supply to people effected by COVID-19.
2. Ensuring basic ration facilities to Below Poverty Line people in the country.
3. Indian Government operation to supply essential medical drugs and supplies to the Maldives.
4. The operation carried out by the Indian airforce to help earthquake-affected people in Nepal.

Ans. C

Explanation

The Indian government has started an operation called Operation Sanjeevani to supply 6.2 tonnes of essential medicines and hospital consumables to the Maldives in the wake of pandemic COVID-19. The supplies have been airlifted to the countries by Indian Air Force.

Hence, the correct answer is C.

 

4. Which of the following is true about Bacillus Calmette–Guérin (BCG) vaccine?

1. The vaccine is used against tuberculosis, Buruli Ulcer infection, bladder cancer.
2. It is developed by using Mycobacterium Bovis found in cows.
3. The vaccine is a part of the Indradhanush mission.
4. It is under the Essential Medicine List maintained by WHO.

Select the correct answer from the codes given below:

1. 1,2 and 3
2. 1,2 and 4
3. 2 and 3
4. 1,3 and 4

Ans. B

Explanation

BCG vaccine is primarily used against tuberculosis however it can also be used against other diseases like  Buruli Ulcer infection, bladder cancer, etc. It is developed by using Mycobacterium Bovis found in cows. The vaccine is also part of WHO maintained a list of essential medicines and is considered the safest drug against TB.

Though used in India, it is not a part of the Indradhanush mission that aims to ensure universal vaccination. Vaccines included under the mission are tuberculosis, meningitis, measles, Hepatitis B, tetanus, whooping cough, poliomyelitis and diphtheria, Haemophilus influenza and Japanese encephalitis.

Hence, the correct answer is B.

 

5. Which of the following is incorrect about Agasthyamala Biosphere Reserve?

1. The reserve extends in Karnataka, Kerela and Tamil Nadu.
2. The Bengal tigers are also found in this reserve.
3. It is recognized under the Man and Biosphere Reserve program.
4. Kannikaran is a tribe found in this reserve.

Ans. A

Explanation

Agasthyamala Biosphere Reserve is a biosphere reserve recognized under UNESCO’s Man and Biosphere Reserve. It is found in Kerela and Tamil Nadu. It is consist of Neyyar, Peppara and Shendurney Wildlife Sanctuaries and their adjoining areas. Kalakkad Mundanthurai Tiger Reserve in Tamil Nadu has also been approved for inclusion. It consists of tropical wet evergreen forests, moist deciduous forest, montane rain forest, and shola forest. Animals found in reserve include Bengal Tiger, Asian Elephant, and Nilgiri Tahr. Kannikarans are found in this reserve.

Hence, the correct answer is A.