1. Consider the following statements regarding High-Altitude, Long-Endurance (HALE) Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs):
- These are also known as pseudo-satellites due to their ability to operate in near-space and perform satellite-like functions.
- Recently, China launched its first fully solar-powered HALE UAV named Qimingxing-50, also known as Morning Star-50.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
[A] Only 1
[B] Both 1 and 2
[C] Only 2
[D] Neither 1 nor 2
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Correct Answer: B [Both 1 and 2]
Notes:
Statement 1 is correct as HALE UAVs capable of near-space flight and extended duration are called pseudo-satellites. Statement 2 is correct because China, not Japan, recently launched the solar-powered HALE UAV Qimingxing-50 (Morning Star-50). Both statements are thus correct based on recent developments in UAV technology.
2. Which of the following diseases are included under the National Vector Borne Diseases Control Programme (NVBDCP)?
- Kala-Azar
- Lymphatic Filariasis
- Leprosy
- Tuberculosis
- Malaria
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
[A] Only 4 & 5
[B] Only 2, 3 & 4
[C] Only 1, 2 & 5
[D] 1, 2, 3, 4 & 5
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Correct Answer: C [Only 1, 2 & 5]
Notes:
The National Vector Borne Diseases Control Programme (NVBDCP) includes vector-borne diseases namely: Malaria, Kala-Azar, and Lymphatic Filariasis. Leprosy is covered under the National Leprosy Eradication Programme (NLEP), and Tuberculosis is addressed by the Revised National TB Control Programme. Thus, only statements 1, 2, and 5 are correct.
3. Who among the following Indian personalities has been conferred with the Pingal Jasa Gemilang (Tentera) award?
[A] Anil Chauhan
[B] Sunil Lamba
[C] Manoj Pandey
[D] VR Chaudhari
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Correct Answer: B [Sunil Lamba]
Notes:- Former India Chief of Naval Staff, Admiral Sunil Lamba was conferred Singapore’s prestigious military award, the Pingat Jasa Gemilang (Tentera) or Meritorious Service Medal (Military). He was awarded by President Halimah Yacob in Sept’22.
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