GK Quiz | 7 December 2020

TOPIC: GS 3 – Science and Technology- Awareness in IT

Q1: Consider the following statements:

1. Quantum Supremacy is a term proposed in 2012 by John Preskill.
2. A quantum computer uses qubits, which is described as a 0 and 1 at the same time.
3. Superposition and entanglement give quantum computers the ability to process so much more information so much faster.

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are incorrect?

1. 1 and 3 only
2. 2 only
3. 1,2 and 3
4. None

Solution: D)

Explanation:

Statements 1,2 and 3: Quantum Supremacy is a term proposed in 2012 by John Preskill, professor of theoretical physics at the California Institute of Technology. It describes the point where quantum computers can do things that classical computers cannot.

A quantum computer uses qubits, which is described as a 0 and 1 at the same time giving us more processing power. Superposition and entanglement give quantum computers the ability to process so much more information so much faster.

So, all statements are correct. Hence, option D is correct.

 

TOPIC: GS 3 – Science and Technology – Awareness in the fields of IT, Space, Computers, robotics, nano-technology, bio-technology and issues relating to intellectual property rights.

Q2: Consider the following statements regarding cultured meat:

1. It is made from plant sources such as soy or pea protein.
2. In terms of cellular structure, it is the same as conventional meat.

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

1. 1 only
2. 2 only
3. Both 1 and 2
4. Neither 1 nor 2

Solution: B)

Explanation:

Statements 1 and 2: About cultured meat:

• It is grown directly from cells in a laboratory, while plant-based meat is made from plant sources such as soy or pea protein. Both plant-based meat and cultured meat have the same objective and these are –
  • To offer alternatives to traditional meat products that could feed a lot more people
  • Reduce the threat of zoonotic diseases
  • Mitigate the environmental impact of meat consumption
• In terms of cellular structure, cultured or cultivated meat is the same as conventional meat, except that cultured meat does not come directly from animals.

So, statement 1 is incorrect and statement 2 is correct. Hence, option B is correct.

 

TOPIC: GS 1 - Geography

Q3: Consider the following statements about Ken River:

1. It is a tributary of the Ganga River.
2. It flows through Uttar Pradesh, Chhattisgarh and Madhya Pradesh.
3. It passes through the Panna tiger reserve.

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

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

Solution: A)

Explanation:

Statements 1,2 and 3: About Ken River:

• It is one of the major rivers of the Bundelkhand region of central India.
• It flows through two states, namely, Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh.
• It is a tributary of the Yamuna and meets with Yamuna in the Banda district of UP.
• It passes through the Panna tiger reserve.

So, statements 1 and 2 are incorrect and statement 3 is correct. Hence, option A is correct.

 

TOPIC: GS 2 - Health

Q4: Which of the following is/are the main pillars of Ayurveda?

1. Charak Samhita
2. Sushruta Samhita
3. Ashtanga Sangraha

Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

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

Solution: C)

Explanation:

There are many Granthas and Samhitas dealing with Ayurveda; among them, Charak Samhita, Sushruta Samhita, and Ashtanga Sangraha are the three main pillars of Ayurveda. Sushruta Samhita deals mainly with surgical knowledge, while Charak Samhita and Ashtanga Samhita mainly deal with medical knowledge. Sushruta is the father of surgery. His works are compiled as Sushruta Samhita.

Hence, option C is correct.

 

TOPIC: GS 2 – International Relations

Q5: Consider the following statements:

1. Torture is not defined in the Indian Penal Code.
2. India is yet to ratify the United Nations Convention Against Torture (UNCAT).

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

1. 1 only
2. 2 only
3. Both 1 and 2
4. Neither 1 nor 2

Solution: C)

Explanation:

Statements 1 and 2:  Torture is not defined in the Indian Penal Code, but the definitions of ‘hurt’ and ‘grievous hurt’ are clearly laid down.

About United Nations Convention Against Torture (UNCAT):

• It is an international human rights treaty under the review of the UN and was adopted in 1984.
• It aims to prevent torture and other acts of cruel, inhuman, or degrading treatment or punishment around the world.
• India signed the convention in 1997 but is yet to ratify the convention.

So, both statements are correct and hence, option C is correct.