21. ICESat-2 is a satellite of which country?
[A] USA
[B] China
[C] Germany
[D] Israel
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Correct Answer: A [USA]
Notes:
As per a recent study, NASA’s ‘Ice, Cloud and land Elevation Satellite 2’ or ICESat-2, allowed scientists to precisely map the subglacial lakes.
The satellite measures the height of the ice surface, which rises or falls as lakes fill or empty under the ice sheet. ICESat-2 maps the elevation changes of the ice surface with a precision, using a laser altimeter system that can measure Earth’s surface, with more details.
22. When is the National Fish Farmers Day celebrated in India?
[A] July 6
[B] July 8
[C] July 10
[D] July 12
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Correct Answer: C [July 10]
Notes:
The National Fish Farmers day is observed every year on July 10, to express solidarity with all fisher folk, fish farmers and concerned stakeholders throughout the Country
The National Fisheries Development Board leads the celebration. It is celebrated to commemorate Professor Dr. Hiralal Chaudhury and his colleague Dr. Alikunhi for their achievement of successful induced breeding of major carps on 10th July,1957 in Odisha for the first time in the country.
23. As per the State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World report, how many people went hungry in 2020?
[A] 112 million
[B] 222 million
[C] 553 million
[D] 811 million
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Correct Answer: D [811 million]
Notes:
‘State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World’ is an annual flagship report jointly prepared by FAO, IFAD, UNICEF, WFP and WHO. It aims to inform on progress towards ending hunger, achieving food security and improving nutrition.
As per the report, nearly one-tenth of the world population, up to 811 million people went hungry in 2020. World Hunger increased last year, after remaining virtually unchanged for five years. It also projected that around 660 million people may still face hunger in 2030, 30 million more due to the pandemic. An estimated 149 million children were stunted, 45 million were wasted and 39 million were overweight in 2020.
24. North Eastern Institute of Folk Medicine (NEIFM) is situated in which state?
[A] Assam
[B] Sikkim
[C] Arunachal Pradesh
[D] Meghalaya
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Correct Answer: C [Arunachal Pradesh]
Notes:
The Union Cabinet has given its approval for changing the name and mandate of North Eastern Institute of Folk Medicine (NEIFM) as North Eastern Institute of Ayurveda & Folk Medicine Research (NEIAFMR).
The NEIFM is located in Pasighat, Arunachal Pradesh. It was established for systemic research, documentation of traditional folk medicine and medicinal practices of the region.
25. Senari massacre of 1999, which was in the news recently, happened in which state?
[A] Uttar Pradesh
[B] Bihar
[C] Gujarat
[D] Odisha
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Correct Answer: B [Bihar]
Notes:
The Supreme Court has agreed to hear the appeal of Bihar government, against the acquittal of the accused in the Senari massacre of 1999, by Patna High Court.
In 1999, 34 men were allegedly forced out of their homes in Senari village of Jehanabad district by cadres of the now defunct Maoist Communist Centre (MCC), and they were said to be slaughtered in the village. The massacre was a sequel in the prolonged caste war between the MCC and private armies of the villagers.
26. ‘Bol Bom Yatra’ is usually held in which Indian state, by devotees of Hindu religion?
[A] Uttar Pradesh
[B] Odisha
[C] Madhya Pradesh
[D] Bihar
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Correct Answer: B [Odisha]
Notes:
During the ‘Bol Bom’ yatra usually held in the state of Odisha, the devotees start their barefoot journey to Shiva temple to offer the holy water at Shiva shrines in the month of ‘Shravan’.
Due to the prevailing COVID-19 situation in Odisha, the state government announced a ban on the religious activities and congregations of ‘Kaudias’ or ‘Bol Bom’ devotees. The Uttarakhand government had earlier cancelled the Kanwar Yatra for the second year in a row.
27. Which country’s National Plastic Surgery Day is celebrated as World Plastic Surgery Day?
[A] Japan
[B] India
[C] Thailand
[D] Singapore
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Correct Answer: B [India]
Notes:
Plastic surgery is said to have originated in India. Association of Plastic Surgeons in India (APSI) introduced the concept of National Plastic Surgery Day in 2011. Since then, on July 15, the day has been observed in India, when Plastic surgeons across the country perform free operations and conduct awareness programmes.
After the APSI presented about the day’s success at the World Council of Leaders organised recently, July 15 is accepted as World Plastic Surgery Day.
28. Which Indian institution has developed a heat-tolerant Covid vaccine?
[A] IIT Madras
[B] IISc Bengaluru
[C] NIV
[D] AIIMS
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Correct Answer: B [IISc Bengaluru]
Notes:
The Indian Institute of Science (IISc) Bengaluru, along with Mynvax has developed a heat-tolerant COVID-19 vaccine formulation, which has been proven effective against all current SARS-CoV-2 variants of concern, according to a study in animals.
The formulation also protected hamsters from the virus and remained stable at 37 degrees Celsius up to a month, and at 100 degrees Celsius for up to 90 minutes. Covishield must be kept between 2-8 degrees Celsius while the Pfizer requires specialised cold storage at (-)70 degrees Celsius.
29. Muhammad Yunus, who is a noble laurate, belongs to which country?
[A] India
[B] Pakistan
[C] Bangladesh
[D] Afghanistan
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Correct Answer: C [Bangladesh]
Notes:
Muhammad Yunus, the noble laurate from Bangladesh will receive the Olympic Laurel at the Tokyo Games 2021. This was informed by the International Olympic Committee. (IOC). His pioneering work of micro lending has led to much poverty reduction across the globe.
As per the IOC Muhammad Yunus would be honored for “his extensive work in sport for development”.
30. The NEERMAN Awards has been announced by which ministry?
[A] Ministry of Jal Shakti
[B] Ministry of New and Renewable Energy
[C] Ministry of Finance
[D] Ministry of Environment
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Correct Answer: B [Ministry of New and Renewable Energy]
Notes:
The Union Minister of Power and New & Renewable Energy – Shri R.K. Singh has launched an initiative named NEERMAN Awards, which stands for “National Energy Efficiency Roadmap for Movement towards Affordable & Natural Habitat”.
This initiative has been announced as a part of ‘Azadi Ka Amrut Mahotsav’ and is aimed to encourage exceptionally efficient building designs that comply with BEE’s Energy Conservation Building Codes.