Influenza viruses are known for their ability to undergo frequent genetic changes, leading to the emergence of new strains. What is this process called?
A Genetic recombination
B Antigenic drift and shift
C Viral mutation
D Pathogen adaptation
Answer: B
Influenza viruses undergo two main types of genetic changes: antigenic drift (minor changes) and antigenic shift (major changes), which lead to the emergence of new strains and are why seasonal flu vaccines need to be updated annually.
72.
What is the main role of the World Health Organization (WHO) when issuing an alert on a new influenza strain?
A Imposing travel bans on affected countries
B Coordinating international public health responses and providing guidance
C Developing and manufacturing new vaccines
D Regulating pharmaceutical companies globally
Answer: B
The WHO's primary role in such a situation is to coordinate global health efforts, provide technical guidance to member states, monitor the spread of the disease, and facilitate information sharing to enable a coordinated international response.
73.
High inflation, as mentioned in the IMF report, generally leads to which of the following economic outcomes?
A Increase in purchasing power of currency
B Decrease in interest rates
C Erosion of purchasing power and uncertainty for businesses
D Boost in export competitiveness
Answer: C
High inflation means that money buys less than it did before, leading to an erosion of purchasing power for consumers. It also creates uncertainty for businesses regarding future costs and revenues, often discouraging investment.
74.
According to the IMF's projections, which of the following is a significant factor contributing to the global economic slowdown?
A Decreased energy prices
B Persistent high inflation and tighter monetary policies
C Rapid growth in global trade volumes
D Widespread adoption of new technologies
Answer: B
The IMF has consistently highlighted persistent high inflation, leading central banks to implement tighter monetary policies (e.g., interest rate hikes), as a major factor dampening global economic growth.
75.
What is the primary function of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in the global economy?
A Providing long-term development loans to developing countries
B Facilitating international trade agreements
C Ensuring global monetary cooperation and financial stability
D Regulating international stock markets
Answer: C
The IMF's primary mission is to ensure the stability of the international monetary system, which includes promoting global monetary cooperation, securing financial stability, facilitating international trade, promoting high employment and sustainable economic growth, and reducing poverty around the world.
76.
The recent conflict in Sudan primarily involves clashes between which two main entities?
A The civilian government and a rebel group from Darfur
B The Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF)
C Pro-democracy protestors and the transitional military council
D Northern and Southern Sudan over oil revenues
Answer: B
The current conflict in Sudan is primarily a power struggle and armed confrontation between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF), led by General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), led by General Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo (Hemedti).
77.
Which of the following is a primary responsibility of the UN Security Council when addressing a crisis like the one in Sudan?
A Providing long-term economic development aid
B Maintaining international peace and security
C Administering international justice for war crimes
D Overseeing global health initiatives
Answer: B
The primary responsibility of the UN Security Council, as outlined in the UN Charter, is the maintenance of international peace and security. This includes addressing conflicts, authorizing peacekeeping missions, and imposing sanctions.
78.
What is the primary nature of the ongoing crisis in Sudan that led to the UN Security Council's convening?
A Border dispute with a neighboring country
B Humanitarian crisis and armed conflict between rival factions
C Economic collapse due to international sanctions
D Environmental disaster caused by climate change
Answer: B
The ongoing crisis in Sudan is primarily characterized by a severe humanitarian crisis and armed conflict between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), leading to widespread displacement and suffering.
79.
Rural Self Employment Training Institutes (RSETIs) are managed by which entities to provide vocational training to rural youth?
A Private Sector Companies
B Lead Banks in each district
C Gram Panchayats
D NITI Aayog
Answer: B
RSETIs are managed by banks with active support from the Government of India and State Governments to provide dedicated training and handholding for rural self-employment.
80.
What is the target number of women to be empowered as 'Lakhpati Didis' through skill development as per the recent government initiative?
A 1 Crore
B 2 Crore
C 3 Crore
D 5 Crore
Answer: C
The government has increased the target for the 'Lakhpati Didi' scheme to 3 crore women, aiming to enable them to earn at least Rs 1 lakh per year through various livelihood activities.
