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421. Who among the following cricket players has not died while playing a m

Who among the following cricket players has not died while playing a match ?

[amp_mcq option1=”Wasim Raja” option2=”Phillip Hughes” option3=”Raman Lamba” option4=”Vijay Hazare” correct=”option4″]

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The correct answer is D) Vijay Hazare. Among the listed players, Vijay Hazare is the only one who did not die while playing a match or as a direct result of an injury sustained during a match.

– Wasim Raja died of a heart attack while playing a match in England in 2006.
– Phillip Hughes died in 2014 from a head injury sustained while batting in a Sheffield Shield match.
– Raman Lamba died in 1998 from a head injury sustained while fielding in a club match in Dhaka.
– Vijay Hazare died in 2004 at the age of 89, long after his retirement from cricket, due to age-related health issues.

The deaths of Phillip Hughes and Raman Lamba occurred a few days after their injuries on the field, but were a direct consequence of playing the match. Wasim Raja’s death was sudden during play. These tragic incidents highlight the potential risks associated with the sport, although death directly on the field or as a result of injury is rare.

422. Who among the following Nobel laureates has recently announced to put

Who among the following Nobel laureates has recently announced to put his Nobel Medal under auction ?

[amp_mcq option1=”Kailash Satyarthi” option2=”J D Watson” option3=”Mikhail Gorbachev” option4=”Jody Williams” correct=”option2″]

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In December 2014, James D. Watson, who shared the 1962 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine for his co-discovery of the structure of DNA, announced his decision to auction his Nobel medal. He cited financial reasons and feeling ostracized by the scientific community. The medal was later bought and returned to him by a Russian billionaire, Alisher Usmanov.

James D. Watson is a Nobel laureate known for his work on DNA structure who publicly announced the auction of his Nobel medal in 2014.

While Nobel medals are valuable, auctioning them is relatively uncommon. Other Nobel laureates have also auctioned their medals, often for charitable causes. Kailash Satyarthi also received a Nobel Peace Prize in 2014, but the news of auctioning a medal specifically points to Watson around this time.

423. India’s first dedicated OPD for the Transgenders was opened at which o

India’s first dedicated OPD for the Transgenders was opened at which one among the following hospitals ?

[amp_mcq option1=”AIIMS, New Delhi” option2=”PGIMER, Chandigarh” option3=”KGMU, Lucknow” option4=”RML Hospital, New Delhi” correct=”option4″]

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The first dedicated Out Patient Department (OPD) for the transgender community in India was inaugurated at Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia (RML) Hospital in New Delhi.

– This initiative aims to provide accessible and specialised healthcare services to transgender individuals, addressing their unique health needs and reducing stigma.
– It marks a significant step towards inclusive healthcare in India.

The dedicated OPD provides a range of services, including general health check-ups, hormonal therapy consultations, mental health support, and referrals for gender affirmation procedures, all under one roof.

424. Which of the following movies won the 96th Academy Award 2024 in the B

Which of the following movies won the 96th Academy Award 2024 in the Best Picture category ?

[amp_mcq option1=”Anatomy of a Fall” option2=”Oppenheimer” option3=”Barbie” option4=”Killers of the Flower Moon” correct=”option2″]

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The film “Oppenheimer,” directed by Christopher Nolan, won the prestigious Best Picture award at the 96th Academy Awards ceremony held in March 2024.

“Oppenheimer” was a major contender at the awards, receiving multiple nominations and winning several key categories, including Best Director for Christopher Nolan and Best Actor for Cillian Murphy.

Other nominees in the Best Picture category included “Anatomy of a Fall,” “Barbie,” “Killers of the Flower Moon,” “American Fiction,” “The Holdovers,” “Maestro,” “Past Lives,” “Poor Things,” and “The Zone of Interest.”

425. ISRO, in its studies, has revealed that there is a 178% increase in th

ISRO, in its studies, has revealed that there is a 178% increase in the size of the Ghepang Ghat Glacial Lake. In which of the following States/UTs is this lake located ?

[amp_mcq option1=”Jammu & Kashmir” option2=”Ladakh” option3=”Himachal Pradesh” option4=”Uttarakhand” correct=”option3″]

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The Ghepang Ghat Glacial Lake, whose significant increase in size was highlighted by ISRO’s study, is located in the Lahaul-Spiti district of Himachal Pradesh.

Glacial lakes, especially those formed due to glacial retreat, pose a risk of Glacial Lake Outburst Floods (GLOFs). Monitoring their size and stability is crucial for disaster preparedness in the Himalayan region.

ISRO’s National Remote Sensing Centre (NRSC) regularly monitors Himalayan glacial lakes using satellite data to assess changes in their size and potential risks. The Ghepang Ghat lake’s rapid expansion is linked to the retreat of its parent glacier.

426. Which of the following statements is not correct ? (a) SAGAR-SETU is

Which of the following statements is not correct ?

(a) SAGAR-SETU is a mobile app, which aims to improve the Ease of Doing Business.
(b) Harit Sagar aims at achieving Zero Carbon Emission Goal.
(c) Sagar Manthan is a mission launched by Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Government of India, to increase fish production.
(d) Costa Serena is the first international cruise liner in India.

[amp_mcq option1=”SAGAR-SETU is a mobile app, which aims to improve the Ease of Doing Business.” option2=”Harit Sagar aims at achieving Zero Carbon Emission Goal.” option3=”Sagar Manthan is a mission launched by Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Government of India, to increase fish production.” option4=”Costa Serena is the first international cruise liner in India.” correct=”option3″]

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Statement (c) is incorrect. SAGAR-SETU is a mobile app for port-related services (correctly stated in a). Harit Sagar Guidelines aim for zero carbon emissions in the maritime sector (correctly stated in b). Costa Serena is indeed the first international cruise liner to start operations in India (correctly stated in d). Sagar Manthan is NOT a mission for fish production; it is a Real-time Performance Monitoring Digital Module of the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Government of India, for monitoring various projects and activities. Fish production falls under the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying.

Sagar Manthan is an internal monitoring tool for the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways.

The initiatives SAGAR-SETU and Harit Sagar are part of India’s efforts to modernize its ports and maritime sector, focusing on ease of doing business, sustainability, and environmental goals. Costa Serena’s arrival marks a step towards promoting cruise tourism in India.

427. Which of the following statements about GPAI (Global Partnership on Ar

Which of the following statements about GPAI (Global Partnership on Artificial Intelligence) is/are correct ?

1. It is a multi-stakeholder initiative, which aims to bridge the gap between theory and practice on AI by supporting cutting edge research.
2. The Annual GPAI Summit was held at New Delhi in December 2023.

[amp_mcq option1=”1 only” option2=”2 only” option3=”Both 1 and 2″ option4=”Neither 1 nor 2″ correct=”option3″]

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Statement 1 is correct. GPAI (Global Partnership on Artificial Intelligence) is explicitly defined as a multi-stakeholder initiative (bringing together experts from government, industry, civil society, and academia) that aims to bridge the gap between scientific theory and practical application of AI by supporting cutting-edge research and pilot projects on AI-related priorities. Statement 2 is also correct. India held the presidency of GPAI in 2023 and hosted the annual GPAI Summit in New Delhi from December 12-14, 2023.

GPAI is a global initiative focused on the responsible development and use of AI, fostering international collaboration on AI-related priorities. India hosted its annual summit in December 2023.

GPAI was launched in June 2020. Its mission is to guide the responsible development and use of AI, grounded in human rights, inclusion, diversity, innovation, and economic growth. It supports cutting-edge research and applied activities on AI-related priorities. It currently has 29 member countries, including the EU as a member.

428. Which one of the following is not correct about the UNESCO Creative Ci

Which one of the following is not correct about the UNESCO Creative Cities of Literature ?

[amp_mcq option1=”Kozhikode is India’s first UNESCO City of Literature” option2=”UNESCO launched it in 2004″ option3=”Edinburgh was the first UNESCO City of Literature” option4=”There are four cities of India in this list” correct=”option4″]

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Statement A is correct: Kozhikode (Kerala) was designated as India’s first UNESCO City of Literature in November 2023.
Statement B is correct: UNESCO launched the Creative Cities Network, including the City of Literature category, in 2004.
Statement C is correct: Edinburgh, Scotland, was designated as the world’s first UNESCO City of Literature in 2004.
Statement D is not correct: As of the latest designations (November 2023), Kozhikode is the only Indian city specifically designated as a UNESCO City of *Literature*. While other Indian cities are part of the Creative Cities Network in different categories (e.g., Music, Gastronomy, Crafts and Folk Arts), there are not four Indian cities in the Literature list.

Only one Indian city, Kozhikode, is designated as a UNESCO City of Literature as of the end of 2023.

The UNESCO Creative Cities Network aims to promote cooperation among cities that have identified creativity as a strategic factor for sustainable urban development. The network covers seven creative fields: Crafts and Folk Art, Digital Arts, Design, Film, Gastronomy, Literature, and Music.

429. Which of the following was the official song for the FIFA Women’s Worl

Which of the following was the official song for the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 ?

[amp_mcq option1=”Lets Get Together Now” option2=”The Time of Our Lives” option3=”Live It Up” option4=”Do It Again” correct=”option4″]

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The official song for the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023, co-hosted by Australia and New Zealand, was titled “Do It Again”. It was performed by New Zealand artist Benee featuring Australian artist Mallrat.

“Do It Again” was the official song for the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023.

Major sporting events often have official songs or anthems to build excitement and represent the spirit of the competition. The other options listed were official songs for previous events: “Lets Get Together Now” (2002 FIFA World Cup), “The Time of Our Lives” (2006 FIFA World Cup), and “Live It Up” (2018 FIFA World Cup).

430. Which one of the following is the world governing body for Badminton r

Which one of the following is the world governing body for Badminton recognized by the International Olympic Committee and the International Paralympic Committee ?

[amp_mcq option1=”World Badminton League” option2=”Badminton World Federation” option3=”International Badminton Federation” option4=”International Federation of Badminton” correct=”option2″]

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The world governing body for the sport of badminton, recognized by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and the International Paralympic Committee (IPC), is the Badminton World Federation (BWF). It was founded in 1934 as the International Badminton Federation (IBF) and was renamed BWF in 2006.

Badminton World Federation (BWF) is the global governing body for badminton.

The BWF oversees international tournaments, sets rules, and promotes the sport globally. Its headquarters are in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The old name, International Badminton Federation (IBF), is listed as an incorrect option.