1. Eturnagaram Wildlife Sanctuary is located in which state?
[A] Telangana
[B] Maharashtra
[C] Gujarat
[D] Karnataka
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Correct Answer: A [Telangana]
Notes:
A butterfly and moth survey will soon be held at Eturnagaram Wildlife Sanctuary in Mulugu. It is located in Telangana. Eturnagaram Wildlife Sanctuary was established in 1952. The Godavari River flows through the sanctuary. A stream named Dayyam Vagu divides the sanctuary into two parts. The terrain includes steep and gentle slopes, giving it rich biodiversity.
2. Which type of missile is “Meteor” that was recently seen in news?
[A] Short-Range Air-to-Air Missile (SRAAM)
[B] Beyond-Visual-Range Air-to-Air Missile (BVRAAM)
[C] Medium-Range Ballistic Missile (MRBM)
[D] Cruise Missile
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Correct Answer: B [Beyond-Visual-Range Air-to-Air Missile (BVRAAM)]
Notes:
After defeating Pakistan in the recent conflict through Operation Sindoor, India plans to boost its air combat power. The country is set to acquire a large number of Meteor air-to-air missiles. Meteor is an advanced radar-guided, Beyond Visual Range Air-to-Air Missile (BVRAAM). It was developed by European partners led by MBDA (Matra BAE Dynamics Alenia). It uses a ramjet engine for high-speed controlled flight and complex maneuvers.
3. What is the primary objective of the Global Virus Network (GVN)?
[A] To promote global trade of antiviral drugs
[B] To prevent and control global viral threats
[C] To conduct vaccine trials for WHO
[D] To manage hospital-based infection control systems
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Correct Answer: B [To prevent and control global viral threats]
Notes:
The Global Virus Network (GVN) has recently expanded by adding three new Centers of Excellence in the Americas. This move strengthens its global response to emerging viral threats. GVN is a voluntary consortium of virology laboratories and scientists working to prevent and control viral diseases worldwide. It represents over 25 countries with experts covering every class of human virus. No single institution can handle all viral areas, so GVN unites global expertise. It brings top medical virologists together to tackle major scientific problems. Its strength lies in global collaboration, deep research, and commitment to solving viral challenges.
4. What is “Bordetella holmesii” that was recently seen in news?
[A] Bacteria
[B] Invasive weed
[C] Butterfly
[D] Fungus
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Correct Answer: A [Bacteria]
Notes:
The Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh has reported a sharp rise in infections caused by Bacterium Bordetella holmesii in North India. This bacterium mimics whooping cough (pertussis), making diagnosis difficult. Bordetella holmesii was first identified in 1995. It is a gram-negative coccobacillus capable of causing pertussis-like respiratory illness. Besides cough infections, it can cause endocarditis, pneumonia, cellulitis, arthritis, and pyelonephritis. The recent surge highlights the need for improved diagnostic tests and public health awareness to differentiate it from regular whooping cough infections.
5. Recently, the world’s first-ever white Iberian lynx was spotted in which country?
[A] Portugal
[B] Spain
[C] France
[D] Italy
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Correct Answer: B [Spain]
Notes:
A photographer in Spain recently spotted the world’s first-ever white Iberian lynx, a rare sighting. The Iberian lynx is a carnivorous species endemic to Europe. It is one of the world’s most endangered wild cats, recognized by its pointy ears, long legs, and spotted fur. It is nocturnal, mainly hunting rabbits, its primary prey. It is found only in southwest Spain on the Iberian Peninsula, west of the Pyrenees.
