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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
Consider the following statements about Sucralose
- Sucralose is a no-calorie sweetener which is intensely sweet.
- Most of consumed sucralose is not absorbed by the body and is excreted, unchanged from body.
Choose the correct statements:
Correct
Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Correct · Sucralose is a no-calorie sweetener that can be used to lower one’s intake of added sugars while still providing satisfaction from enjoying the taste of something sweet. · While some types of sweeteners in this category are considered low-calorie (e.g., aspartame) and others are no-calorie (e.g., sucralose, monk fruit sweeteners, and stevia sweeteners). Collectively, they are often referred to as sugar substitutes, high-intensity sweeteners, nonnutritive sweeteners, or low-calorie sweeteners.
· Like other no-calorie sweeteners, sucralose is intensely sweet. It is about 600 times sweeter than sugar.
· It can be used as an ingredient in any type of food or beverage.
· Sucralose is exceptionally stable, so foods and beverages sweetened with sucralose stay sweet under a wide range of conditions.
Production: · Sucralose is made from a process that begins with regular table sugar (sucrose); however, sucralose is not sugar.
· Three select hydroxyl groups on the sucrose molecule are replaced with three chlorine atoms.
· Sucralose’s structure prevents enzymes in the digestive tract from breaking it down, which is an inherent part of its safety.
After Consumption:
· Most (about 85 percent) of consumed sucralose is not absorbed by the body and is excreted, unchanged, in the feces.
· Of the small amount that is absorbed (about 15 percent), none is broken downfor energy—therefore, sucralose does not provide any calories.
· All absorbed sucralose is excreted quickly in the urine.
Context: A recent study from India examining the effects of replacing sucrose or table sugar with an artificial sweetener, sucralose, found no adverse impact on glucose or HbA1c levels and in fact indicated a slight improvement in body mass index (BMI).
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Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Correct · Sucralose is a no-calorie sweetener that can be used to lower one’s intake of added sugars while still providing satisfaction from enjoying the taste of something sweet. · While some types of sweeteners in this category are considered low-calorie (e.g., aspartame) and others are no-calorie (e.g., sucralose, monk fruit sweeteners, and stevia sweeteners). Collectively, they are often referred to as sugar substitutes, high-intensity sweeteners, nonnutritive sweeteners, or low-calorie sweeteners.
· Like other no-calorie sweeteners, sucralose is intensely sweet. It is about 600 times sweeter than sugar.
· It can be used as an ingredient in any type of food or beverage.
· Sucralose is exceptionally stable, so foods and beverages sweetened with sucralose stay sweet under a wide range of conditions.
Production: · Sucralose is made from a process that begins with regular table sugar (sucrose); however, sucralose is not sugar.
· Three select hydroxyl groups on the sucrose molecule are replaced with three chlorine atoms.
· Sucralose’s structure prevents enzymes in the digestive tract from breaking it down, which is an inherent part of its safety.
After Consumption:
· Most (about 85 percent) of consumed sucralose is not absorbed by the body and is excreted, unchanged, in the feces.
· Of the small amount that is absorbed (about 15 percent), none is broken downfor energy—therefore, sucralose does not provide any calories.
· All absorbed sucralose is excreted quickly in the urine.
Context: A recent study from India examining the effects of replacing sucrose or table sugar with an artificial sweetener, sucralose, found no adverse impact on glucose or HbA1c levels and in fact indicated a slight improvement in body mass index (BMI).
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following statements about QCI Surajya Recognition & Ranking Framework
- It is an initiative designed to drive excellence among states to improve quality of life of citizens across India.
- The framework focuses on 4 pillars – Shiksha, Swasthya, Samriddhi and Sushasan.
- This initiative combines monthly and cumulative evaluations to ensure a thorough and balanced assessment.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
Correct
Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Correct QCI Surajya Recognition & Ranking Framework · QCI Surajya Recognition & Ranking Framework is an initiative aimed at driving excellence and improving the quality of life across India.
This new framework focuses on 4 pillars:
· Shiksha (Education)
· Swasthya (Health)
· Samriddhi (Prosperity)
· Sushasan (Governance)
· The Surajya Recognition will celebrate exceptional performance and dedication to quality within these crucial sectors.
· The framework’s August 2024 rankings highlight achievements in Shiksha, Swasthya, and Samriddhi, with Sushasan set to be featured in future editions.
· In the Shiksha category, Uttar Pradesh tops the list with the highest number of accreditations, assessments, and ratings, followed closely by Delhi, which also performs strongly.
· For Swasthya, Chhattisgarh, Karnataka, Kerala, Rajasthan, Mizoram, and Manipur have achieved full certification under the Ayushman Arogya Yojana (NABH).
· Tamil Nadu and Maharashtra lead in the Medical Entry Level Testing Labs (MELT) rankings (NABL), while Chandigarh and Jammu & Kashmir show notable performance in Ayushman Arogya Yojana certification.
· Delhi excels in MELT rankings, followed by Jammu & Kashmir.
· In the Samriddhi category, Gujarat, Karnataka, and Rajasthan stand out with the highest number of ZED certifications, particularly in the Micro category.
· Jammu & Kashmir and Delhi also achieve significant ZED certifications.
· Maharashtra and Bihar lead in the MSME Competitive LEAN Scheme.
· This initiative combines monthly and cumulative evaluations to ensure a thorough and balanced assessment.
· By recognizing and rewarding states and organizations for their quality and innovation, the framework supports India’s journey towards becoming a developed and quality-driven nation.
Context: The Quality Council of India (QCI) has recently unveiled the QCI Surajya Recognition & Ranking Framework, an initiative aimed at driving excellence and improving the quality of life across India.
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Solution (c)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Correct QCI Surajya Recognition & Ranking Framework · QCI Surajya Recognition & Ranking Framework is an initiative aimed at driving excellence and improving the quality of life across India.
This new framework focuses on 4 pillars:
· Shiksha (Education)
· Swasthya (Health)
· Samriddhi (Prosperity)
· Sushasan (Governance)
· The Surajya Recognition will celebrate exceptional performance and dedication to quality within these crucial sectors.
· The framework’s August 2024 rankings highlight achievements in Shiksha, Swasthya, and Samriddhi, with Sushasan set to be featured in future editions.
· In the Shiksha category, Uttar Pradesh tops the list with the highest number of accreditations, assessments, and ratings, followed closely by Delhi, which also performs strongly.
· For Swasthya, Chhattisgarh, Karnataka, Kerala, Rajasthan, Mizoram, and Manipur have achieved full certification under the Ayushman Arogya Yojana (NABH).
· Tamil Nadu and Maharashtra lead in the Medical Entry Level Testing Labs (MELT) rankings (NABL), while Chandigarh and Jammu & Kashmir show notable performance in Ayushman Arogya Yojana certification.
· Delhi excels in MELT rankings, followed by Jammu & Kashmir.
· In the Samriddhi category, Gujarat, Karnataka, and Rajasthan stand out with the highest number of ZED certifications, particularly in the Micro category.
· Jammu & Kashmir and Delhi also achieve significant ZED certifications.
· Maharashtra and Bihar lead in the MSME Competitive LEAN Scheme.
· This initiative combines monthly and cumulative evaluations to ensure a thorough and balanced assessment.
· By recognizing and rewarding states and organizations for their quality and innovation, the framework supports India’s journey towards becoming a developed and quality-driven nation.
Context: The Quality Council of India (QCI) has recently unveiled the QCI Surajya Recognition & Ranking Framework, an initiative aimed at driving excellence and improving the quality of life across India.
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Consider the following statements Shanghai Space-com Satellite Technology (SSST)
- It is one of the largest domestic communication satellite systems in Asia-Pacific region placed in Geo-stationary orbit.
- It aids to provide internet communication similar to the SpaceX’s Starlink network.
Choose the incorrect statements:
Correct
Solution (a)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Correct · Shanghai Space-com Satellite Technology (SSST) founded in 2018, aims to provide internet services based on a low-orbit satellite constellation. · SSST is backed by the Shanghai municipal government.
· It aids to provide internet communication similar to the SpaceX’s Starlink network.
· Shanghai Space-com Satellite Technology (SSST) raised 6.7 billion yuan ($933 million) in a Series A funding round.
· This is a significant amount for a single funding round, indicating strong investor interest.
· The investment is aimed at constructing a low-orbit satellite constellation.
· This effort is part of China’s race to compete with Elon Musk’s Starlink in providing satellite-based internet services.
· The project is expected to be part of Shanghai government’s “G60” satellite constellation plan.
Broader Industry Impact:
· This investment is expected to boost demand for satellites and rocket launches in China’s commercial space industry.
Context: Recently the Chinese state-owned enterprise successfully placed 18 satellites into orbit, to create its own version of US firm SpaceX’s Starlink network.
Incorrect
Solution (a)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Correct · Shanghai Space-com Satellite Technology (SSST) founded in 2018, aims to provide internet services based on a low-orbit satellite constellation. · SSST is backed by the Shanghai municipal government.
· It aids to provide internet communication similar to the SpaceX’s Starlink network.
· Shanghai Space-com Satellite Technology (SSST) raised 6.7 billion yuan ($933 million) in a Series A funding round.
· This is a significant amount for a single funding round, indicating strong investor interest.
· The investment is aimed at constructing a low-orbit satellite constellation.
· This effort is part of China’s race to compete with Elon Musk’s Starlink in providing satellite-based internet services.
· The project is expected to be part of Shanghai government’s “G60” satellite constellation plan.
Broader Industry Impact:
· This investment is expected to boost demand for satellites and rocket launches in China’s commercial space industry.
Context: Recently the Chinese state-owned enterprise successfully placed 18 satellites into orbit, to create its own version of US firm SpaceX’s Starlink network.
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements about Sone River
- It is a principal largest Right bank tributary of the Ganges.
- The sone valley is bordered by the Kaimur Range to the north and the Chota Nagpur plateau to the south.
- Bansagar dam and Indrapuri Barrage are the major dams on River Sone.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
Correct
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Correct Correct · It is a principal southern tributary of the Ganges (Ganga) River after the Yamuna River. Course:
· It originates in the Amarkantak highlands in Madhya Pradesh, in the east direction of the origin of the Narmada River.
· It then flows in the north-northwest direction through Madhya Pradesh before turning in the east direction where it meets the Kaimur range.
· The river starts flowing in the parallel direction of the Kaimur range in the east-northeast direction through Uttar Pradesh and Bihar and joins the Ganga River just above Patna, the capital of Bihar.
· Total Length: 784 km
· It is a wide and shallow river and forms pools of water in the remaining parts of the river.
· The floodplain of the river is narrow and is only, 3 to 5 kilometers wide.
· The river’s flow is seasonal, and the Sone is unimportant for navigation.
· The Sone valley is geologically almost a continuation of that of the Narmada River to the southwest. It is largely forested and sparsely populated.
· The valley is bordered by the Kaimur Range to the north and the Chota Nagpur plateau to the south.
· Tributaries: The main tributaries of the Sone River are the Rihand River and the Koel River. The other tributaries are the Gopad River and the Kanhar River.
· Dehri is the major town situated on the Sone River.
· Yamuna is the largest right bank tributary of Ganga.
· Major dams built across the Son river are the Bansagar dam and Indrapuri barrage. Khajuraho, Umaria, and Dindori are the cities in Madhya Pradesh.
Context: It was in news.
Incorrect
Solution (b)
Statement Analysis
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Correct Correct · It is a principal southern tributary of the Ganges (Ganga) River after the Yamuna River. Course:
· It originates in the Amarkantak highlands in Madhya Pradesh, in the east direction of the origin of the Narmada River.
· It then flows in the north-northwest direction through Madhya Pradesh before turning in the east direction where it meets the Kaimur range.
· The river starts flowing in the parallel direction of the Kaimur range in the east-northeast direction through Uttar Pradesh and Bihar and joins the Ganga River just above Patna, the capital of Bihar.
· Total Length: 784 km
· It is a wide and shallow river and forms pools of water in the remaining parts of the river.
· The floodplain of the river is narrow and is only, 3 to 5 kilometers wide.
· The river’s flow is seasonal, and the Sone is unimportant for navigation.
· The Sone valley is geologically almost a continuation of that of the Narmada River to the southwest. It is largely forested and sparsely populated.
· The valley is bordered by the Kaimur Range to the north and the Chota Nagpur plateau to the south.
· Tributaries: The main tributaries of the Sone River are the Rihand River and the Koel River. The other tributaries are the Gopad River and the Kanhar River.
· Dehri is the major town situated on the Sone River.
· Yamuna is the largest right bank tributary of Ganga.
· Major dams built across the Son river are the Bansagar dam and Indrapuri barrage. Khajuraho, Umaria, and Dindori are the cities in Madhya Pradesh.
Context: It was in news.
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Bluetongue Disease, infectious, non-contagious, vector-borne viral disease that affects wildlife, infects which of the following animals?
Correct
Solution (a)
Option a Correct Bluetongue Disease: · It is an infectious, non-contagious, vector-borne viral disease that affects wild and domestic ruminants such as sheep, goats, cattle, buffaloes, deer, most species of African antelope, and camels.
Transmission:
· The bluetongue virus is transmitted by biting midges (Culicoides spp.).
· It is not transmitted through contact with animals or wool, or through consumption of milk.
· Infections range from mild to severe, depending on the species affected.
· Most infections in cattle are asymptomatic.
· Sheep are most likely to show symptoms.
· In infected sheep, bluetongue damages the blood vessels, resulting in hemorrhage (internal bleeding), lack of oxygen in the blood, and necrosis (death) of affected tissues.
· Infections are more obvious in young lambs, and the mortality rate can be high (up to 30 percent).
· Vaccination is used as the most effective and practical measure to minimize losses related to the disease and to potentially interrupt the cycle from infected animal to vector along within sect control measures.
Context: Bluetongue disease has been confirmed in all 12 Dutch provinces, according to official data released recently.
Incorrect
Solution (a)
Option a Correct Bluetongue Disease: · It is an infectious, non-contagious, vector-borne viral disease that affects wild and domestic ruminants such as sheep, goats, cattle, buffaloes, deer, most species of African antelope, and camels.
Transmission:
· The bluetongue virus is transmitted by biting midges (Culicoides spp.).
· It is not transmitted through contact with animals or wool, or through consumption of milk.
· Infections range from mild to severe, depending on the species affected.
· Most infections in cattle are asymptomatic.
· Sheep are most likely to show symptoms.
· In infected sheep, bluetongue damages the blood vessels, resulting in hemorrhage (internal bleeding), lack of oxygen in the blood, and necrosis (death) of affected tissues.
· Infections are more obvious in young lambs, and the mortality rate can be high (up to 30 percent).
· Vaccination is used as the most effective and practical measure to minimize losses related to the disease and to potentially interrupt the cycle from infected animal to vector along within sect control measures.
Context: Bluetongue disease has been confirmed in all 12 Dutch provinces, according to official data released recently.
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