1. Which institution has developed the Solar Ultraviolet Imaging Telescope (SUIT)?
[A] Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru
[B] Inter-University Center for Astronomy and Astrophysics (IUCAA), Pune
[C] Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC)
[D] None of the Above
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Correct Answer: B [Inter-University Center for Astronomy and Astrophysics (IUCAA), Pune]
Notes:
The Solar Ultraviolet Imaging Telescope (SUIT) on Aditya-L1 detected an X6.3-class solar flare, a highly intense solar eruption. SUIT is a remote sensing payload on ISRO’s Aditya-L1, India’s first solar mission. The mission was launched on September 2, 2023. Solar Ultraviolet Imaging Telescope (SUIT) is developed by Inter-University Center for Astronomy and Astrophysics (IUCAA), Pune with ISRO. SUIT captures full-disk and region-specific images of the Sun. It uses 11 calibrated filters across 200-400 nm wavelengths to study the Sun’s layers. It is positioned at Lagrange Point. It observes the Sun 24×7. SUIT studies solar atmosphere dynamics, focusing on jets, flares, filament evolution, and eruptions.
2. What kind of disease is Neonatal Sepsis that was recently seen in news?
[A] Respiratory disease
[B] Blood infection
[C] A genetic disorder
[D] A skin infection in newborns
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Correct Answer: B [Blood infection]
Notes:
A Lancet Global Health study found that over a third of newborns with sepsis could die. Neonatal sepsis is a blood infection in infants under 90 days old, caused by bacteria like E. coli, Listeria, and Streptococcus. It is classified into early-onset (within 72 hours) and late-onset (after 3 days). Symptoms include temperature changes, breathing issues, and diarrhea. Treatment involves intravenous antibiotics in hospitals. Neonatal sepsis causes 5,50,000 deaths globally yearly, with India accounting for nearly one-fourth of these deaths.
3. Which space organization recently launched the SPHEREx and the PUNCH space missions?
[A] Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)
[B] European Space Agency (ESA)
[C] National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)
[D] Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA)
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Correct Answer: C [National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)]
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NASA launched the SPHEREx and PUNCH space missions on March 12, 2025 from Vandenberg Space Force Base, California, after multiple delays. SPHEREx successfully separated from Falcon 9 in the second stage and entered a sun-synchronous orbit 650 km above Earth. It will study 450 million galaxies and 100 million stars, creating a 3D map of the sky to understand the history of the universe. PUNCH, a solar mission with four satellites, will study the solar corona, solar winds, and coronal mass ejections to improve space weather predictions.
4. Which institute has developed AI-powered robots for border surveillance?
[A] IIT Madras
[B] IIT Guwahati
[C] IIT Bombay
[D] IIT Delhi
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Correct Answer: B [IIT Guwahati]
Notes:
IIT Guwahati researchers developed AI-powered robots for border surveillance. The robots, created by Da Spatio Rhobotique Laboratory Pvt. Ltd (DSRL), offer real-time monitoring in tough terrains. Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) acknowledged their potential for India’s defence. The Indian Army is conducting field trials for deployment. Unlike drones and stationary cameras, these robots overcome terrain, weather, and endurance challenges. Features include pole traversal, obstacle navigation, and AI-driven reconnaissance. The system enhances threat detection and security. This innovation supports India’s vision of self-reliance in defence technology.
5. Nome disease, that was recently seen in news, primarily affects which part of the body?
[A] Mouth and face
[B] Brain
[C] Liver
[D] Lungs
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Correct Answer: A [Mouth and face]
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Noma is a severe, gangrenous disease of the mouth and face, also called cancrum oris or gangrenous stomatitis. The World Health Organization classified it as a neglected tropical disease in December 2023. It mostly affects children aged 2–6 years suffering from malnutrition, infections, extreme poverty, poor oral health, or weakened immunity. It starts as a gum sore and rapidly destroys soft tissues, hard tissues, and facial skin. It is non-contagious and caused by polymicrobial organisms. Early treatment includes antibiotics, oral hygiene support, mouthwash, and nutrition supplements.
6. Which organization has launched Parker Solar Probe to study the sun?
[A] National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)
[B] Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)
[C] European Space Agency (ESA)
[D] Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA)
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Correct Answer: A [National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)]
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On March 22, 2025, NASA’s Parker Solar Probe reached 6 million km from the Sun, setting a new record for the closest spacecraft approach. It was launched on August 12, 2018, from Cape Canaveral, Florida. It aims to study the Sun’s corona, solar wind, and magnetic field. The probe follows a highly elliptical orbit, using Venus’ gravity to move closer to the Sun. It is the fastest human-made object, reaching speeds of 692,000 km/hr. It will ultimately come within 6.16 million km of the Sun, about seven times closer than any previous spacecraft.
7. What is the primary objective of the Euclid space telescope?
[A] Search for exoplanets
[B] To study dark energy and dark matter
[C] To study the rings of Saturn
[D] Study the Sun
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Correct Answer: B [To study dark energy and dark matter]
Notes:
The Euclid Space Telescope captured images of galaxies in different shapes. Named after ancient Greek mathematician Euclid, it is part of ESA’s Cosmic Vision Programme. It was launched by SpaceX Falcon 9. Its operational lifespan is at least 6 years. It is positioned 1.5 million km above Earth at the Lagrange Point 2 (L2). It is 4.7 meters tall and 3.7 meters in diameter, with image quality four times sharper than ground-based telescopes. Its mission includes studying dark energy, dark matter, and the universe’s large-scale structure in 3D.
8. Which country has become the 54th nation to sign the Artemis Accords in April 2025?
[A] Myanmar
[B] China
[C] Bangladesh
[D] Sri Lanka
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Correct Answer: C [Bangladesh]
Notes:
Bangladesh has become the 54th country to sign the Artemis Accords, a global agreement for safe and peaceful space exploration. The signing took place in Dhaka, where Secretary of Defense Ashraf Uddin represented Bangladesh. The Artemis Accords promote cooperation, transparency, and responsible behavior in space missions like those to the Moon and beyond. It was originally launched in 2020 by NASA and the US Department of State. They are based on the Outer Space Treaty and other agreements like the Rescue and Return Agreement. Bangladesh’s entry marks its growing role in global space efforts and strengthens ties with NASA and international partners.
9. Which institute has developed an affordable electro-fluidic device for preliminary screening of Sickle Cell Disease?
[A] Raman Research Institute (RRI)
[B] Indian Institute of Science (IISc)
[C] All India Institute Of Medical Sciences Delhi
[D] National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS)
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Correct Answer: A [Raman Research Institute (RRI)]
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Scientists at Raman Research Institute (RRI) have created a low-cost electro-fluidic micropore device to screen for Sickle Cell Disease (SCD). The device measures red blood cell (RBC) stiffness with high resolution and speed, helping detect blood disorders early. This portable tool could support mass screening for SCD and may also help detect tumors or improve drug-delivery hydrogels.
10. What kind of disease is “Kyasanur Forest Disease (KFD)” that was recently seen in news?
[A] Waterborne parasitic disease
[B] Viral haemorrhagic disease
[C] Fungal infection
[D] Airborne bacterial disease
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Correct Answer: B [Viral haemorrhagic disease]
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Kyasanur Forest Disease (KFD), also known as Monkey Fever, is rising in Shivamogga and Chikkamagaluru districts of Karnataka. It is a tick-borne viral haemorrhagic disease first reported in 1957 from Kyasanur Forest, Karnataka. It is caused by the Kyasanur Forest Disease Virus (KFDV), part of the Flavivirus genus and Flaviviridae family, linked to the tick-borne encephalitis (TBE) complex. The virus spreads through hard ticks (Hemaphysalis spinigera) and affects humans, monkeys, and rodents, but not through human-to-human contact.