Showing questions for April 27, 2025
- Total: 13 questions
Question 6 Apr 27, 2025
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In which year did the Doha Round of WTO negotiations begin?
2001The Doha Round of WTO negotiations began in 2001 with the goal of reforming international trade rules by reducing tariffs and addressing issues like agricultural subsidies and industrial barriers. Despite ambitious objectives, the negotiations ultimately collapsed due to deep divisions between developed and developing countries. Only a partial agreement on fisheries was reached. The failure of the Doha Round revealed the difficulties within the WTO’s consensus-based system and highlighted the broader shift toward bilateral and regional trade agreements, weakening the influence of multilateral trade mechanisms.
Question 7 Apr 27, 2025
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What outdated theory once explained malaria as being caused by 'bad air' from marshes?
Miasma theoryMiasma theory was the dominant belief for centuries that diseases like malaria were caused by 'bad air' emanating from marshes and decaying matter. It wasn't until scientific breakthroughs in the late 19th century, such as Alphonse Laveran’s discovery of the malaria parasite in human blood and Ronald Ross's identification of its transmission by mosquitoes, that the actual cause of malaria was understood. The shift from miasma theory to germ theory and parasite transmission not only revolutionized medicine but also had far-reaching impacts on colonial expansion, as better malaria control allowed European powers to colonize vast areas of Africa more effectively.
Question 8 Apr 27, 2025
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Which country’s astronomers found the reason behind the strange lack of dark matter in the galaxy NGC 1052-DF2?
IndiaIndia’s astronomers, from the Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA), made a significant breakthrough by identifying the cause behind the strange lack of dark matter in the galaxy NGC 1052-DF2. This galaxy is unique because it contradicts the standard understanding that dark matter is essential for galaxy formation. The Indian researchers built detailed models to study this phenomenon and discovered that the galaxy’s mass is mostly from stars, not dark matter. Their findings not only question traditional models of galaxy formation but also open new avenues of research into the nature of dark matter itself.
Question 9 Apr 27, 2025
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What is the name of India's first full-stack quantum computer launched by QpiAI?
IndusIndia achieved a significant milestone in its National Quantum Mission with the launch of its first full-stack quantum computer, QpiAI-Indus, by Bengaluru-based QpiAI on World Quantum Day (April 14, 2025). QpiAI-Indus is fully designed and built in India, covering both hardware and AI-driven software for running quantum applications. It features 25 qubits, which are essential for high-performance quantum computing with greater stability and minimal errors. This system promises revolutionary advancements across sectors like life sciences, materials science, and logistics. The launch marks a new chapter in India's quantum capabilities and aligns with global movements like the UN’s International Year of Quantum Science and Technology in 2025.
Question 10 Apr 27, 2025
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What constitutional article is primarily associated with judicial review in India?
Article 13Judicial review in India is primarily inferred from Article 13 of the Constitution, even though the term itself is not explicitly mentioned. Article 13 states that any law inconsistent with or in derogation of fundamental rights shall be void, laying the foundation for the judiciary to invalidate unconstitutional laws. This power is crucial to maintaining constitutional supremacy, protecting citizens' rights, and ensuring the separation of powers among the legislature, executive, and judiciary. Judicial review is considered part of the basic structure of the Constitution, meaning it cannot be abrogated even by constitutional amendments. It acts as a guardian of democracy and constitutional integrity in India.