Daily Current Affairs Prelims Quiz 13-06-2024 (Online Prelims Test)

1) Consider the following statements with respect to the National Commission for Indian System of Medicine

1. It aims to improve access to quality and affordable Ayurveda, Unani, Siddha and Sowa-Rigpa (AUS&SR) medical education.
2. It is a non-statutory body established through executive resolution.
3. Studentship Program for Ayurveda Research Ken (SPARK) is an initiative of it.

How many of the statements given above are correct?

2) Consider the following statements with respect to Nitrous Oxide

1. It is a long-lived, potent greenhouse gas that has been accumulating in the atmosphere since the pre-industrial era.
2. India is world’s largest emitter of nitrous oxide.

Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?

3) Consider the following statements with respect to Satnamis

1. This sect traces its theological roots to the 18th century saint of Guru Ravidas.
2. The Satnami uprising of 1672 was against the oppressive policies against Jahangir.
3. The recent protests by them were related to the alleged desecration of Balakdas Gurudwara, a religious site.

How many of the statements given above are correct?

4) Donanemab, sometimes seen in the news recently, is associated with?

5) Consider the following statements with respect to Visceral Leishmaniasis (LC)

1. Visceral leishmaniasis (VL) is a severe and potentially fatal disease transmitted by infected female phlebotomine sandflies.
2. It is the second deadliest parasitic disease in the world.
3. Leishmania donovani is the only parasite causing this disease in India.

How many of the statements given above are correct?