1. When was the "Namami Gange Programme" launched?
a) 2008
b) 2012
c) 2014
d) 2016
Answer. c) 2014.
"Namami Gange Programme" was originally launched in June 2014 with twin objectives of effective abatement of pollution, conservation, and rejuvenation of the National River Ganga.
2. "Nandini Sahakar Scheme" often appears in the news, it is?
a) a framework of assistance to improve the socio-economic status of women
b) a framework of assistance to livestock farming
c) a framework of assistance to increase milk production in Karnataka
d) a framework of assistance to set small industries in urban region
Answer. a) a framework of assistance to improve the socio-economic status of women.
the Nandini Sahakar Scheme provides financial assistance to women cooperatives for various projects, supporting Atmanirbhar Bharat.
3. "Khan Yunis" often appears in the news, it is located in?
a) Israel
b) Gaza
c) Lebanon
d) Iraq
Answer. b) Gaza
"Khan Yunis" is located in Southern Gaza. Israeli tanks have entered Kan Yunis, which is located in Southern Gaza.
4. Which one of the following statements best describes the role of B cells and T cells in the human body? ( UPSC 2022)
a) They protect the body from environmental allergens.
b) They alleviate the body’s pain and inflammation.
c) They act as immune suppressants in the body.
d) They protect the body from the diseases caused by pathogens.
Answer. d) They protect the body from the diseases caused by pathogens.
B cells produce antibodies released into the body’s fluids, which then attack antigens in the bloodstream.
5. Bollgard I and Bollgard II technologies are mentioned in the context of
a) Clonal propagation of crop plants
b) Developing genetically modified crop plants
c) Production of plant growth substances
d) Production of biofertilizers
Answer. b) Developing genetically modified crop plants
Bollgard I (single-gene technology)) and Bollgard II ( double-gene technology)
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