Daily Current Affairs Prelims Quiz 16-06- 2026

1) consider the following statements

1. Nipah is a Zoonotic virus.
2. Fruit bats acts as a natural host for this virus.

Select the correct statements using the codes below:

2) Which country has the largest Uranium reserves in the world?

3) Consider the following statements

1. The nuclear power generation of India completely met through domestic Thorium reserves.
2. India has largest thorium reserves in the world.

Select the correct statements using the codes below:

4) With reference to advanced nuclear reactor technologies and India's three-stage nuclear power programme, consider the following statements:

1. Unlike conventional nuclear reactors, Fast Breeder Reactors (FBRs) do not utilize a moderator because they rely on high-energy neutrons to convert fertile isotopes into fissile material.
2. Advanced Heavy Water Reactors (AHWRs) rely entirely on heavy water for both the moderation of neutrons and as the primary coolant to drive the electricity-generation turbine.
3. Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) offer greater deployment flexibility and enhanced safety through passive cooling mechanisms compared to large centralized conventional reactors.

Which of the statements given above are correct?