1. | Which institute has developed new generation Iron-Manganese(Fe-Mn) based alloys for biodegradable metal implants for use in humans jointly with the International Advanced Research Centre for Powder Metallurgy and New Materials? |
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Answer: Option B Explanation: The Autonomous institutes under the Department of Science & Technology(DST) namely The International Advanced Research Centre for Powder Metallurgy and New Materials(ARCI) and Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute of Medical Sciences and technology(SCTIMST) have jointly developed new generation Iron-Manganese(Fe-Mn) based alloys for biodegradable metal implants for use in humans. The newly developed alloys are suitable for biodegradable stent and orthopedic implant applications. Invivo and in-vitro studies are being planned by the team at Sri Chitra Tirunal Institute of Medical Sciences. |
2. | Who represented India in the 73rd World Health Assembly (WHA) on 18 May? |
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Answer: Option A Explanation: India participated in the 73rd World Health Assembly (WHA) on 18 May. India was represented by Dr. Harsh Vardhan, Union Minister of Health & Family Welfare through video conference. WHA addressed Global Vaccine Plan, polio eradication, and neglected tropical diseases other than COVID-19. |
3. | The Federation of Indian Export Organisations (FIEO) reported that the export from India is expected to fall by how much percent in the current fiscal year due to the COVID-19 pandemic? |
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Answer: Option C Explanation: The Federation of Indian Export Organisations (FIEO) reported that the export from India is expected to fall by 20%, around $50-$60 billion, in the current fiscal year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. It also suggested a decline in imports. |
4. | Which of the following Coronavirus Vaccine has become the first vaccine to show a positive response against COVID-19? |
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Answer: Option C Explanation: Moderna Coronavirus Vaccine has become the first vaccine to show a positive response against COVID-19. The 'mRNA-1273' vaccine has shown positive results by generating an immune response against SARS-CoV-2. The mentioned vaccine has been developed by the US-based biotechnology firm Moderna Inc in collaboration with the National Institutes of Health. |
5. | What is the name of Cyclone which has developed into a super cyclone in the Bay of Bengal on 19 May? |
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Answer: Option B Explanation: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) alerted Cyclone "AMPHAN" which has developed into a super cyclone in the Bay of Bengal on 19 May. The intensification of the storm from category I cyclone to category V in less than 18 hours. |
6. | What is the name of a new species of a parasitic fungus discovered by Ana Sofia Reboleira, a biologist from the University of Copenhagen's Natural History Museum of Denmark? |
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Answer: Option D Explanation: Ana Sofia Reboleira, a biologist from the University of Copenhagen's Natural History Museum of Denmark, has discovered a new species of a parasitic fungus 'Troglomyces Twitteri' by using a image of North American millipede (Cambala annulata) circulating on social media platform Twitter. |
7. | Which of the following cities has mandated digital payment for all home delivery services? |
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Answer: Option C Explanation: Preventing the spread of Covid-19 through currency notes, Gujarat govt has mandated digital payment for all home delivery services in the worst-hit city of Ahmedabad and also issued protocol to be followed by the delivery persons. |
8. | Which bank becomes 1st bank in India to allow video Know your customer (KYC) facility for customers opening savings accounts on banks digital banking platform? |
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Answer: Option B Explanation: Kotak Mahindra Bank becomes 1st bank in India to allow video Know your customer (KYC) facility for customers opening savings accounts on Kotak 811 - the banks digital banking platform. The initiative is presently being launched on a pilot basis for savings accounts, Kotak Mahindra. With Video KYC, verification of documents, signature are completed via a video call with a representative from the bank without any physical interface. |