Answer: (c)

Explanation:

Researchers have reported chromosomal disorders discovered from prehistoric skeletal remains, dating up to approximately 5,500 years old — including six cases of Down syndrome and one case of Edwards syndrome.

It is also known as trisomy 18. It is an autosomal chromosomal disorder due to an extra copy of chromosome 18. It is a very severe genetic condition that affects child’s body development and growth. Children diagnosed with trisomy 18 have a low birth weight, multiple birth defects and defining physical characteristics. There are no specific treatments for trisomy 18. Treatment will focus on the symptoms of the condition, such as heart conditions, breathing difficulties and infections. Hence, statements 1 and 2 both are correct.

Answer: (a)

Explanation:

The Prime Minister in 'Mann Ki Baat' recently cited crocodiles in Ken River to hail how technology is being used extensively for the conservation of wildlife in different parts of the country.

Ken River is one of the major rivers of the Bundelkhand region of central India. It flows through two states, namely Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh. It is a tributary of the Yamuna River. The river is the last tributary of the Yamuna before the Yamuna joins the Ganga. The river originates near the village of Ahirgawan on the north-west slopes of the Kaimur Range in the district of Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh. It is known for its rare Sajhar or Dendritic Agate stone. Banda city is located on the banks of Ken River. The major tributaries of the Ken River are Bawas, Dewar, Kaith, Baink, Kopra, and Bearma. Hence, option (a) is correct.

Answer: (d)

Explanation:

Recently, India and Japan kicked-off a two-week military exercise ‘Dharma Guardian’ in Rajasthan's Mahajan field firing range to foster deeper cooperation in confronting common security challenges.

Exercise Dharma Guardian is an annual exercise and conducted alternatively in India and Japan. It is the 5th edition of joint military exercise between the Indian Army and the Japan. Aim of the Exercise is to foster Military Cooperation and enhance combined capabilities to execute joint operations in semi-urban environments under Chapter VII of United Nations Charter. The Exercise would focus on a high degree of physical fitness, joint planning, joint tactical drills and basics of special arms skills. This will enhance the level of defence cooperation, further fostering bilateral relations between the two friendly nations. Hence, option (d) is correct.

Answer: (c)

Explanation:

Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently inaugurated the 'Sudarshan Setu' bridge connecting Beyt Dwarka island to mainland Okha in Gujarat's Devbhumi Dwarka district.

It is India’s longest cable-stayed bridge, at 2.32 km, on the Arabian Sea, connecting Beyt Dwarka island to mainland Okha in Gujarat's Devbhumi Dwarka district. It boasts a unique design, featuring a footpath adorned with verses from the Bhagavad Gita and images of Lord Krishna on both sides. It also has solar panels installed on the upper portions of the footpath, generating one megawatt of electricity. The bridge was earlier known as ‘Signature Bridge‘. It has now been renamed as ‘Sudarshan Setu‘ or Sudarshan Bridge. Hence, all statements are correct.

Answer: (d)

Explanation:

Ahead of the 13th ministerial conference of the World Trade Organization (WTO), a majority of the G-33 countries have called for a permanent solution to public stockholding for food security. The G33 (or the Friends of Special Products in agriculture) is a coalition of developing and least developed countries. Hence, statement 1 is incorrect.

Despite the name, there are currently 47 member nations. Some of the main countries include India, China, Indonesia, Pakistan, Nigeria, Philippines, Turkey, Tanzania, Kenya, and South Korea. It was established prior to the 2003 Cancun ministerial conference that has coordinated during the Doha Round of World Trade Organization (WTO) negotiations, specifically in regard to agriculture. Hence, statement 2 is incorrect.