GK Quiz 14 Jan 2020

1. Which of the following correctly defines NEONs?

1. These are new optical lights having artificial intelligence technology.
2. It is a solar-powered water purification system.
3. It is a climate detection system.
4. They are virtual humans.

Ans.D

Explanation

NEON or New Humans are the virtual humans created by Star Labs. They will be developed into a fully autonomous machine that can show emotions, learn skills, create a memory and can develop intelligence on their own.

Hence, D is the correct answer.

 

2. Galapagos island is in

1. North America
2. South America
3. Africa
4. Europe

Ans. B

Explanation

Galapagos Island is a group of volcanic islands in Ecuador in South America. It lies in the Pacific Ocean both north and south of the equator.

Hence, B is the correct answer.

 

3. Taal Volcano occurred in which of the following countries?

1. Philippines
2. Malaysia
3. Myanmar
4. Indonesia

Ans. A

Explanation

Taal volcano is the second most active volcano in the Philippines. It is a complex or compound volcano located on Luzon island in the Philippines. A complex volcano is a mixed landform with multiple centers of volcanoes. A complex volcano can also form out of stratovolcano when the crater gets filled by the lava and multiple cinders, craters, etc. develops on the landform.

Hence, A is the correct answer.

 

4. Which of the following is/are true about a rare disease?

1. There is no universally accepted definition of a rare disease.
2. Rare disease, as defined by WHO, includes any disease which is debilitating life long disease or disorder condition with a prevalence of 1 or less per 1000 population.
3. Sickle –cell anemia is a rare disease in India.

Select the correct answer from the codes given below:

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

Ans. A

Explanation

Statement 1: There is no universally accepted definition of a rare disease. Every country has a different definition of the rare diseases depending on the prevalence, severity, and availability of alternative therapeutic options. Hence, statement 1 is correct.

Statement 2: Rare disease, as defined by WHO, includes any disease which is debilitating life long disease or disorder condition with a prevalence of 1 or less per 1000 population. Hence, statement 2 is correct.

Statement 3: There are 450 diseases which have been recorded as the rare diseases in India. Sickle cell anemia, Haemophilia, Thalassemia, etc. are some of the rare diseases. Hence, statement 3 is correct.

Therefore, all the statements are correct.

Hence,A is the correct answer.

 

5. Paraiyya festival is celebrated in which of the following states?

1. Karnataka
2. Kerala
3. Tamil Nadu
4. Andhra Pradesh

Ans. A

Explanation

It is a ritual held in Krishna Matha of Udupi, Karnataka. During this festival, the administration of Krishna Matha is handed over from one head to the other head. The administration of Krishna Matha is distributed among various Astha Mathas established by Dvaita philosopher Madhvacharya.

The Dvaita philosophy is one of the Vedanta philosophies which believed that God and soul are independent realities and is distinct from each other.

Hence, A is the correct answer.

 

6. Which of the following statements is incorrect about Raisina Dialogue?

1. It is an annual multilateral conference help to discuss various international issues.
2. The dialogue is held in New Delhi and is a means of 1^st track diplomacy.
3. The theme of the 5^th dialogue is “Navigating the Alpha Century”.
4. It is hosted by the Ministry of External Affairs and Observer Research Foundation.

Ans. B

Explanation

Raisina Dialogue is an annual multilateral conference help to discuss various international issues. It is held in New Delhi and is attended by state heads, global leaders in policy, media and civil societies. So it is not a means of 1^st track diplomacy. It is organized by the Ministry of External Affairs and Observer Research Foundation.

Hence, B is the correct answer.