Showing questions for April 20, 2025
- Total: 10 questions
Question 1 Apr 20, 2025
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In which year was the Registration of Births and Deaths (RBD) Act enacted in India?
1969The Registration of Births and Deaths (RBD) Act was enacted in 1969 to provide a uniform law for the compulsory registration of births and deaths across India. The Act lays out a clear framework, assigning responsibilities to national, state, district, and local-level registrars to ensure timely and accurate registration. It has since undergone amendments, including a significant one in 2023 that mandates digital registration through the Civil Registration System (CRS). The Act also stipulates a 21-day reporting window, penalties for delays, and provisions for Indian citizens residing abroad. The year 1969 marks the beginning of formal, centralized registration of vital events in India.
Question 2 Apr 20, 2025
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What was the year-on-year (YoY) percentage surge in India’s pharmaceutical exports in March 2025?
31.21%In March 2025, India’s pharmaceutical exports experienced a remarkable YoY surge of 31.21%, reaching $3.68 billion compared to $2.80 billion in March 2024. This made March the strongest-performing month of FY25 in terms of export growth. The impressive increase was driven by a shortage of generic prescription drugs in the US, strategic diversification into new markets, and urgency to ship ahead of a proposed US tariff hike, which was later paused. Despite global economic and logistical challenges, this surge contributed significantly to India surpassing its annual pharmaceutical export target.
Question 3 Apr 20, 2025
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In which state is the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) conducting a scientific study to explore submerged archaeological remains at Dwarka and Beyt Dwarka?
GujaratDwarka and Beyt Dwarka, located in Gujarat, are rich in cultural, religious, and archaeological significance. Dwarka is revered as the kingdom of Lord Krishna and is one of the Char Dham pilgrimage sites. It is believed that Krishna established the city by reclaiming land from the sea, making it Gujarat's first capital. The region is home to historic structures like the Dwarkadhish Temple and Sharada Peeth. Beyt Dwarka, situated off the coast, has archaeological layers dating back to the Harappan and Mauryan periods. The ASI's underwater study aims to uncover ancient maritime heritage at these significant coastal sites in Gujarat.
Question 4 Apr 20, 2025
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Which tech company developed the Ironwood chip, a 7th generation Tensor Processing Unit optimized for AI models?
GoogleThe Ironwood chip is the latest innovation from Google, representing its 7th generation Tensor Processing Unit (TPU). Purpose-built to run cutting-edge AI workloads like Large Language Models (LLMs) and Mixture of Experts (MoEs), Ironwood exemplifies the shift toward proactive AI that generates insights autonomously. It boasts remarkable performance, with the ability to support over 9,000 chips per pod and deliver 42.5 Exaflops—far surpassing traditional supercomputers. The chip also doubles the performance per watt compared to its predecessor, thanks to energy-efficient liquid cooling. As part of Google Cloud’s Hypercomputer architecture, Ironwood is pivotal in scaling AI applications across platforms like Search, YouTube, and DeepMind.
Question 5 Apr 20, 2025
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In which Indian state was the new frog species Leptobrachium aryatium discovered?
AssamThe new frog species Leptobrachium aryatium was discovered in the Garbhanga Reserve Forest near Guwahati in Assam. Named after Arya Vidyapeeth College, this species stands out for its vivid orange-and-black eyes, unique throat pattern, and rhythmic dusk calls. Although initially mistaken for Leptobrachium smithi, molecular and morphological studies confirmed it as a distinct species. The Garbhanga Reserve Forest, located on the Assam-Meghalaya border, plays a vital role in regulating local climate and water systems while supporting rich biodiversity. However, increasing urbanization poses significant threats to its fragile ecosystem and the newly identified species.