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UPSC Static Quiz - 2020: IASbaba's Daily Static Quiz - SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY [Day 69]
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Question 1 of 10
1. Question
Consider the following statements regarding
- The SARS-CoV-2 virus, (which causes Covid-19) does not have a DNA, but an RNA molecule.
- The reverse transcription process converts the RNA into the DNA molecule before the gene can be captured in the test.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Solution (c)
The SARS-CoV-2 virus, (which causes Covid-19) does not have a DNA, but an RNA molecule.
Hence statement 1 is correct.
The reverse transcription process (the RT in RT-PCR) converts the RNA into the DNA molecule before the gene can be captured in the test.
Hence statement 2 is correct.
TrueNat is a chip-based, battery-operated RT-PCR kit. Initially, it could only identify the E-gene in the SARS-CoV-2 virus. This is the gene that helps the virus build a spherical envelope around it.
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Solution (c)
The SARS-CoV-2 virus, (which causes Covid-19) does not have a DNA, but an RNA molecule.
Hence statement 1 is correct.
The reverse transcription process (the RT in RT-PCR) converts the RNA into the DNA molecule before the gene can be captured in the test.
Hence statement 2 is correct.
TrueNat is a chip-based, battery-operated RT-PCR kit. Initially, it could only identify the E-gene in the SARS-CoV-2 virus. This is the gene that helps the virus build a spherical envelope around it.
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Question 2 of 10
2. Question
Consider the following statements regarding the Oxytocin Hormone
- This plays a crucial role in the childbirth process.
- This hormone is produced by the pituitary gland and secreted by the hypothalamus
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Solution (a)
Oxytocin hormone plays a crucial role in the childbirth process and also helps with male reproduction.
Hence only statement 1 is correct.
Oxytocin is a hormone produced by the hypothalamus and secreted by the pituitary gland.
Hence statement 2 is incorrect.
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Solution (a)
Oxytocin hormone plays a crucial role in the childbirth process and also helps with male reproduction.
Hence only statement 1 is correct.
Oxytocin is a hormone produced by the hypothalamus and secreted by the pituitary gland.
Hence statement 2 is incorrect.
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Question 3 of 10
3. Question
Consider the following statements regarding the differences between Bacteria and the Viruses
- Bacteria are single-celled, living organisms whereas Viruses are usually considered as between living and non-living things.
- Bacteria does not need a host for reproduction whereas viruses replicate only inside the hosts (living cell)
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Solution (c)
The main difference between bacteria and virus is that bacteria are living cells, reproducing independently and viruses are nonliving particles (as most virologists consider), requiring a host cell for their replication.
Hence both the statements are correct.
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Solution (c)
The main difference between bacteria and virus is that bacteria are living cells, reproducing independently and viruses are nonliving particles (as most virologists consider), requiring a host cell for their replication.
Hence both the statements are correct.
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Question 4 of 10
4. Question
Consider the following statements regarding the mandate of Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)
- It is the apex body in India for the formulation, coordination and promotion of biomedical research
- It conducts, coordinates and implements medical research for the benefit of the Society
- It translates medical innovations in to products/processes and introduce them in to the public health system.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Solution (b)
The mandate of the ICMR is
- Apex body in India for formulation, coordination and promotion of biomedical research
- Conduct, coordinate and implement medical research for the benefit of the Society
- Translating medical innovations in to products/processes and introducing them in to the public health system
Hence all the statements are correct
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Solution (b)
The mandate of the ICMR is
- Apex body in India for formulation, coordination and promotion of biomedical research
- Conduct, coordinate and implement medical research for the benefit of the Society
- Translating medical innovations in to products/processes and introducing them in to the public health system
Hence all the statements are correct
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Question 5 of 10
5. Question
NITI Aayog’s Health Index ranks the States and Union Territories based on 23 health-related indicators which include
- Neonatal Mortality Rate
- Under-Five Mortality Rate
- Total Fertility Rate (TFR)
- Full Immunisation Coverage
- Proportion Of Low Birth Weight Among New-Borns
Which of the following best describes the above features?
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Solution (d)
The NITI Aayog’s Health Index was recently released in its report titled ‘Healthy States, Progressive India: Report on Rank of States and UTs’.
The Index ranks the States and Union Territories based on 23 health-related indicators which include –
- Neonatal mortality rate
- Under-five mortality rate
- Proportion of low birth weight among new-borns
- Progress in treating tuberculosis and HIV
- Full immunisation coverage
- Improvements to administrative capability and public health infrastructure
- Proportion of districts with functional cardiac care units
- Proportion of specialist positions vacant at district hospitals
Hence all the statements are correct.
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Solution (d)
The NITI Aayog’s Health Index was recently released in its report titled ‘Healthy States, Progressive India: Report on Rank of States and UTs’.
The Index ranks the States and Union Territories based on 23 health-related indicators which include –
- Neonatal mortality rate
- Under-five mortality rate
- Proportion of low birth weight among new-borns
- Progress in treating tuberculosis and HIV
- Full immunisation coverage
- Improvements to administrative capability and public health infrastructure
- Proportion of districts with functional cardiac care units
- Proportion of specialist positions vacant at district hospitals
Hence all the statements are correct.
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Question 6 of 10
6. Question
India along with other countries in the South East Asian Region have signed World Health Organisation’s (WHO) Call To end Tuberculosis (TB) by 2030 in the region. Which of the following statements is/are correct about TB?
- It is bacterial disease which generally affects the lungs but can also affect other parts of the body.
- It is a communicable disease which generally spreads only through physical contact with the infected person.
- If the TB strain shows resistance to first line drugs, it is called Multiple Drug Resistant TB (MDR TB).
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
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Solution (c)
It is bacterial disease which generally affects the lungs but can also affect other parts of the body.
Hence statement 1 is correct
The bacteria generally spreads through the air from one person to another.
Hence statement 2 is incorrect
If the TB strain shows resistance to first line drugs, it is called Multiple Drug Resistant TB (MDR TB).
Hence statement 3 is correct
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Solution (c)
It is bacterial disease which generally affects the lungs but can also affect other parts of the body.
Hence statement 1 is correct
The bacteria generally spreads through the air from one person to another.
Hence statement 2 is incorrect
If the TB strain shows resistance to first line drugs, it is called Multiple Drug Resistant TB (MDR TB).
Hence statement 3 is correct
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Question 7 of 10
7. Question
With reference to Photodynamic Therapy, consider the following statements:
- It uses a photosensitive drug that becomes active under the action of light.
- It is used in treatment of cancer.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Solution (c)
Photodynamic therapy uses a photosensitive drug that becomes active under the action of light and converts molecular oxygen into reactive oxygen species.
Hence statement 1 is correct
It is used in treatment of cancer.
Hence statement 2 is correct
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Solution (c)
Photodynamic therapy uses a photosensitive drug that becomes active under the action of light and converts molecular oxygen into reactive oxygen species.
Hence statement 1 is correct
It is used in treatment of cancer.
Hence statement 2 is correct
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Question 8 of 10
8. Question
Generic Drugs have gain lot of attention in recent times due to Indo-US spate over IPR and Drug regime. Consider the following statements, to gain FDA approval, a generic drug must:
- Contain the same active ingredients as the innovator drug
- Be identical in strength, dosage form, and route of administration
- Be bioequivalent
- Meet the same batch requirements for identity, strength, purity, and quality
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
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Solution (d)
To gain FDA approval, a generic drug must:
- contain the same active ingredients as the innovator drug(inactive ingredients may vary)
- be identical in strength, dosage form, and route of administration
- have the same use indications
- be bioequivalent
- meet the same batch requirements for identity, strength, purity, and quality
- be manufactured under the same strict standards of FDA’s good manufacturing practice regulations required for innovator products
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Solution (d)
To gain FDA approval, a generic drug must:
- contain the same active ingredients as the innovator drug(inactive ingredients may vary)
- be identical in strength, dosage form, and route of administration
- have the same use indications
- be bioequivalent
- meet the same batch requirements for identity, strength, purity, and quality
- be manufactured under the same strict standards of FDA’s good manufacturing practice regulations required for innovator products
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Question 9 of 10
9. Question
Consider the following statements regarding ‘National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority’:
- NPPA is nodal government regulatory agency that controls the prices of pharmaceutical drugs in India.
- It comes under the aegis of Ministry of Health and family welfare.
- NPPA decides the ceiling prices of essential medicines under The Drug (Prices Control) Order 2013.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Solution (c)
NPPA is nodal government regulatory agency that controls the prices of pharmaceutical drugs in India.
Hence statement 1 is correct
It functions under the aegis of Union Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilisers.
Hence statement 2 is incorrect
NPPA decides the ceiling prices of essential medicines under The Drug (Prices Control) Order 2013.
Hence statement 3 is correct
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Solution (c)
NPPA is nodal government regulatory agency that controls the prices of pharmaceutical drugs in India.
Hence statement 1 is correct
It functions under the aegis of Union Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilisers.
Hence statement 2 is incorrect
NPPA decides the ceiling prices of essential medicines under The Drug (Prices Control) Order 2013.
Hence statement 3 is correct
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Question 10 of 10
10. Question
Hepatitis is the medical term for inflammation of the liver. Consider the following regarding this
- There are five types of viruses responsible for Hepatitis
- Intake of toxic substances, alcohol and certain drugs are some of the causes of Hepatitis
- Hepatitis B is transmitted through exposure to infective blood, semen, and other body fluids.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Correct
Solution (d)
There are five types of viruses responsible for Hepatitis
Hence Statement 1 is correct.
Intake of toxic substances, alcohol and certain drugs are some of the causes of Hepatitis
Hence Statement 2 is correct.
Hepatitis B is a viral infection that attacks the liver and can cause both acute and chronic disease.
The virus is most commonly transmitted from mother to child during birth and delivery, as well as through contact with blood or other body fluids.
Hepatitis B is transmitted through exposure to infective blood, semen, and other body fluids.
Hence Statement 3 is correct.
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Solution (d)
There are five types of viruses responsible for Hepatitis
Hence Statement 1 is correct.
Intake of toxic substances, alcohol and certain drugs are some of the causes of Hepatitis
Hence Statement 2 is correct.
Hepatitis B is a viral infection that attacks the liver and can cause both acute and chronic disease.
The virus is most commonly transmitted from mother to child during birth and delivery, as well as through contact with blood or other body fluids.
Hepatitis B is transmitted through exposure to infective blood, semen, and other body fluids.
Hence Statement 3 is correct.
