Master your Daily Current affairs - 29th Aug
1. What is the primary cause of Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE)?
A) A bacterial infection
B) A fungal infection
C) Eastern Equine Encephalitis
D) A genetic disorder
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2. How is the Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) virus primarily transmitted to humans?
A) Through direct contact with infected animals
B) By consuming contaminated water
C) Through the bite of infected mosquitoes that feed on both birds and mammals
D) Through airborne transmission
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3. What are the potential symptoms of a severe Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) infection?
A) Mild fever and cough
B) Sudden onset of headache, high fever, chills, vomiting, disorientation, seizures, encephalitis, and coma
C) Skin rash and itching
D) Joint pain and swelling
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4. What is a geoglyph?
A) A design drawn on the earth using durable landscape elements
B) A sculpture made from wood
C) A painting on a cave wall
D) A natural formation created by erosion
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5. What is the difference between a positive and negative geoglyph?
A) A positive geoglyph is created by planting trees, while a negative geoglyph is carved into stone
B) A positive geoglyph is formed by arranging materials on the ground, while a negative geoglyph is created by removing part of the natural ground surface
C) A positive geoglyph is found in deserts, while a negative geoglyph is found in forests
D) A positive geoglyph is always smaller than four meters, while a negative geoglyph is larger
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6. Which of the following is an example of a famous geoglyph?
A) The Sphinx of Egypt
B) The Stonehenge in England
C) The Nasca lines in Peru
D) The Mount Rushmore carvings in the USA
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7. Where is the Talley Valley Wildlife Sanctuary located?
A) Assam
B) Arunachal Pradesh
C) Sikkim
D) Meghalaya
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8. Which tribe is indigenous to the Talley Valley Wildlife Sanctuary and is known for their unique customs, traditions, and handicrafts?
A) Apatani tribe
B) Naga tribe
C) Khasi tribe
D) Mishing tribe
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9. What type of forests and unique flora can be found in the Talley Valley Wildlife Sanctuary?
A) Tropical rainforests and mangroves
B) Subtropical and alpine forests, including silver fir trees, ferns, orchids, bamboo, and rhododendron
C) Deciduous forests and teak plantations
D) Desert flora and cactus species
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10. What is the primary objective of the Indian Railways' plan to adopt nuclear energy?
A) To increase train speed
B) To reduce operational costs
C) To achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2030
D) To modernize railway infrastructure
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11. How do nuclear-powered trains generate the energy needed to propel the train?
A) By burning coal to produce steam
B) By using diesel engines
C) By using a nuclear reactor to produce steam that powers electric turbines
D) By harnessing solar energy
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12. Why are thorium-based reactors considered for nuclear-powered trains?
A) They are more cost-effective than other nuclear reactors
B) They offer lower radiation risks compared to other nuclear materials
C) They are easier to construct and maintain
D) They produce more power than other types of reactors
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13. What is the primary purpose of the National Teachers Awards (NAT)?
A) To provide financial assistance to educational institutions
B) To honor and celebrate the unique contributions of exemplary teachers in improving the quality of education and enriching students' lives
C) To offer scholarships to students in higher education
D) To promote research and development in educational technology
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14. Which of the following is NOT an eligibility criterion for the National Teachers Awards?
A) The nominee should be a regular faculty member
B) The nominee should have at least five years of full-time teaching experience
C) The nominee should be under 55 years of age as of the last date of receiving the application
D) Vice-Chancellors or Directors, even if below 55 years of age, are eligible to apply
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15. What will the winners of the National Teachers Awards receive?
A) A certificate of appreciation
B) A medal and a certificate worth Rs 50,000
C) A grant for further studies
D) A fully funded research project
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16. What is the origin of the SIG 716 rifle, recently ordered by the Indian Ministry of Defence?
A) Russia
B) United States
C) Germany
D) Israel
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17. What is one of the key features of the SIG 716 rifle that makes it suitable for use in mountainous areas and critical border regions?
A) Lightweight design of 1.5 kg
B) Short barrel length of 10 inches
C) High-powered 7.62x51mm caliber offering longer range and greater lethality
D) Ability to operate underwater
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18. What advantage does the SIG 716's gas piston system provide?
A) Increases the firing rate
B) Enhances reliability and reduces maintenance needs
C) Decreases the rifle's weight
D) Allows for underwater firing capabilities
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19. What are deepfakes?
A) Authentic videos of real events
B) Synthetic media, including images, videos, and audio, generated by AI technology to portray events that have never occurred
C) High-quality animations created by graphic designers
D) Traditional photo editing techniques used in filmmaking
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20. How are deepfakes typically created?
A) By using neural networks and machine learning models to manipulate images and videos
B) By manually editing video footage frame by frame
C) By filming actors and using traditional special effects
D) By scanning documents and converting them into digital files
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21. What is a major concern associated with the misuse of deepfake technology?
A) It improves the quality of video games
B) It can be used for harmless entertainment purposes
C) It can be used for scams, hoaxes, election manipulation, and identity theft
D) It makes video conferencing more interactive
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22. When was the Bureau of Police Research and Development (BPR&D) established?
A) 1965
B) 1970
C) 1980
D) 1990
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23. Which of the following is NOT a mandate of the Bureau of Police Research and Development (BPR&D)?
A) Identifying the needs and problems of the police in the country
B) Undertaking research projects and studies for the police
C) Developing new laws and policies for police operations
D) Assisting in the modernization of State Police Forces and Correctional Administration
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24. How many Central Detective Training Institutes does the BPR&D operate, and where is one of them located?
A) Three, with one in Mumbai
B) Four, with one in Chennai
C) Five, with one in Kolkata
D) Six, with one in Bengaluru
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25. What is the envisioned design concept for the industrial cities under the NICDP?
A) High-rise residential buildings
B) Traditional industrial zones with minimal infrastructure
C) Greenfield smart cities with 'plug-n-play' and 'walk-to-work' concepts
D) Suburban townships with mixed land use
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