{"id":68299,"date":"2025-10-11T18:30:59","date_gmt":"2025-10-11T13:00:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/current-affairs\/?p=68299"},"modified":"2025-10-12T12:31:27","modified_gmt":"2025-10-12T07:01:27","slug":"upsc-daily-quiz-11-october-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/current-affairs\/upsc-daily-quiz-11-october-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"UPSC Daily Quiz 11 October 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Daily UPSC Quiz by Vajiram &amp; Ravi is a thoughtfully curated initiative designed to support UPSC aspirants in strengthening their current affairs knowledge and core conceptual understanding. Aligned with the UPSC Syllabus 2025, this daily quiz serves as a revision resource, helping candidates assess their preparation, revise key topics, and stay updated with relevant issues. Whether you are preparing for Prelims or sharpening your revision for Mains, consistent practice with these Daily UPSC Quiz can significantly enhance accuracy, speed, and confidence in solving exam-level questions.<\/span><\/p>\n<table class=\"wp-list-table widefat fixed striped table-view-list quiz\">\n<tbody id=\"the-list\" data-wp-lists=\"list:quiz\">\n<tr>\n<td class=\"shortcode column-shortcode\" data-colname=\"Shortcode\">        <div class=\"wpProQuiz_content\" id=\"wpProQuiz_93\">\n            <h2>UPSC Daily Quiz 16 February 2026<\/h2>        <div style=\"display: none;\" class=\"wpProQuiz_time_limit\">\n            <div class=\"time\">Time limit: <span>0<\/span><\/div>\n            <div class=\"wpProQuiz_progress\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                <div class=\"wpProQuiz_checkPage\" style=\"display: none;\">\n            <h4 class=\"wpProQuiz_header\">Quiz-summary<\/h4>\n\n            <p>\n                <span>0<\/span> of 10 questions completed            <\/p>\n\n            <p>Questions:<\/p>\n\n            <div style=\"margin-bottom: 20px;\" class=\"wpProQuiz_box\">\n                <ol>\n                                            <li>1<\/li>\n                                            <li>2<\/li>\n                                            <li>3<\/li>\n                                            <li>4<\/li>\n                                            <li>5<\/li>\n                                            <li>6<\/li>\n                                            <li>7<\/li>\n                                            <li>8<\/li>\n                                            <li>9<\/li>\n                                            <li>10<\/li>\n                                    <\/ol>\n                <div style=\"clear: both;\"><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n            \n            <input type=\"button\" name=\"endQuizSummary\" value=\"Finish quiz\"\n                   class=\"wpProQuiz_button\">\n        <\/div>\n                <div class=\"wpProQuiz_infopage\" style=\"display: none;\">\n            <h4>Information<\/h4>\n\n            \n            <input type=\"button\" name=\"endInfopage\" value=\"Finish quiz\"\n                   class=\"wpProQuiz_button\">\n        <\/div>\n                <div class=\"wpProQuiz_text\">\n            <p>\n                <p>Vajiram &amp; Ravi\u2019s Daily UPSC Quiz is designed to help aspirants strengthen their preparation by focusing on current affairs and concepts from the UPSC Syllabus 2026 for both Prelims &amp; Mains. 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        Question <span>1<\/span> of <span>10<\/span>                        <\/div>\n                        <h5 style=\"display: inline-block;\"\n                            class=\"wpProQuiz_header\">\n                            <span>1<\/span>. Question                        <\/h5>\n\n                                                    <span style=\"font-weight: bold; float: right;\">1 points<\/span>\n                            <div style=\"clear: both;\"><\/div>\n                        \n                                                <div class=\"wpProQuiz_question\" style=\"margin: 10px 0 0 0;\">\n                            <div class=\"wpProQuiz_question_text\">\n                                <p>Which among the following best describes \u2018Leiogalathea samudragiri\u2019, recently seen in the news?<\/p>\n                            <\/div>\n                                                        <ul class=\"wpProQuiz_questionList\" data-question_id=\"916\"\n                                data-type=\"single\">\n                                \n                                    <li class=\"wpProQuiz_questionListItem\" data-pos=\"0\">\n\n                                                                                                                                <span style=\"display:none;\"><\/span>\n                                            <label>\n                                                <input class=\"wpProQuiz_questionInput\"\n                                                       type=\"radio\"\n                                                       name=\"question_93_916\"\n                                                       value=\"1\"> a. A newly discovered deep-sea fish species.                                            <\/label>\n\n                                                                            <\/li>\n                                    \n                                    <li class=\"wpProQuiz_questionListItem\" data-pos=\"1\">\n\n                                                                                                                                <span style=\"display:none;\"><\/span>\n                                            <label>\n                                                <input class=\"wpProQuiz_questionInput\"\n                                                       type=\"radio\"\n                                                       name=\"question_93_916\"\n                                                       value=\"2\"> b. A rare coral species.                                            <\/label>\n\n                                                                            <\/li>\n                                    \n                                    <li class=\"wpProQuiz_questionListItem\" data-pos=\"2\">\n\n                                                                                                                                <span style=\"display:none;\"><\/span>\n                                            <label>\n                                                <input class=\"wpProQuiz_questionInput\"\n                                                       type=\"radio\"\n                                                       name=\"question_93_916\"\n                                                       value=\"3\"> c. A newly discovered octopus species.                                            <\/label>\n\n                                                                            <\/li>\n                                    \n                                    <li class=\"wpProQuiz_questionListItem\" data-pos=\"3\">\n\n                                                                                                                                <span style=\"display:none;\"><\/span>\n                                            <label>\n                                                <input class=\"wpProQuiz_questionInput\"\n                                                       type=\"radio\"\n                                                       name=\"question_93_916\"\n                                                       value=\"4\"> d. None of the above.                                            <\/label>\n\n                                                                            <\/li>\n                                                                <\/ul>\n                        <\/div>\n                                                    <div class=\"wpProQuiz_response\" style=\"display: none;\">\n                                <div style=\"display: none;\" class=\"wpProQuiz_correct\">\n                                                                            <span class=\"wpProQuiz_respone_span\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCorrect\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span><br>\n                                    <p><strong>Answer: d<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Explanation:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Researchers recently discovered a new species of squat lobster named Leiogalathea samudragiri off Lakshadweep\u2019s coast.<\/p>\n<p><strong>About Leiogalathea samudragiri:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>It is a new species of<strong> squat lobster.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>It was found living 360 metres <strong>below the surface near Minicoy,<\/strong> part of the <strong>Lakshadweep archipelago.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>The discovery was made<strong> during a research cruise<\/strong> as part of <strong>India\u2019s<\/strong> ambitious <strong>Deep Ocean Mission (Samudrayaan <\/strong>program).<\/li>\n<li>samudragiri possesses smooth, uninterrupted ridges running across the top of its shell, whereas its closest relatives have ridges that are broken or interrupted.<\/li>\n<li>It also features exactly six transverse ridges on the back half of its body.<\/li>\n<li>It lacks a specific spine on its feelers (antennules) that is commonly found in similar species.<\/li>\n<li>It is<strong> bright orange <\/strong>in colour.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>What are Squat Lobsters?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>They are <strong>marine crustaceans<\/strong> that <strong>resemble small lobsters<\/strong> but are <strong>not true lobsters. <\/strong><\/li>\n<li>They are more <strong>closely related to hermit crabs and porcelain crabs.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>There are well over 900 species of squat lobsters, and they can be found in nearly <strong>every marine environmen<\/strong>t across <strong>most latitudes around the world.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>They have <strong>small, flat bodies<\/strong>, ranging from 0.7 to 3.5 inches (1.778 to 88.9 mm) in length.<\/li>\n<li>These <strong>decapods (ten-footed) <\/strong>have a <strong>front pair of legs <\/strong>that are much <strong>longer than their bodies that end in a pair of large claws. <\/strong><\/li>\n<li>The lobsters <strong>earned their name by tucking their tails under their thorax<\/strong>, giving their <strong>bodies a shorter, more \u201csquat\u201d appearance. <\/strong><\/li>\n<li>As with many other crustaceans, squat lobsters can <strong>use their tail as a paddle to escape backwards <\/strong>very quickly.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Hence option d is the correct answer.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>News<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/researchmatters.in\/news\/new-bright-orange-squat-lobster-species-identified-lakshadweeps-coast\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/researchmatters.in\/news\/new-bright-orange-squat-lobster-species-identified-lakshadweeps-coast<\/a><\/p>                                <\/div>\n                                <div style=\"display: none;\" class=\"wpProQuiz_incorrect\">\n                                                                            <span class=\"wpProQuiz_respone_span\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tIncorrect\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span><br>\n                                    <p><strong>Answer: d<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Explanation:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Researchers recently discovered a new species of squat lobster named Leiogalathea samudragiri off Lakshadweep\u2019s coast.<\/p>\n<p><strong>About Leiogalathea samudragiri:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>It is a new species of<strong> squat lobster.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>It was found living 360 metres <strong>below the surface near Minicoy,<\/strong> part of the <strong>Lakshadweep archipelago.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>The discovery was made<strong> during a research cruise<\/strong> as part of <strong>India\u2019s<\/strong> ambitious <strong>Deep Ocean Mission (Samudrayaan <\/strong>program).<\/li>\n<li>samudragiri possesses smooth, uninterrupted ridges running across the top of its shell, whereas its closest relatives have ridges that are broken or interrupted.<\/li>\n<li>It also features exactly six transverse ridges on the back half of its body.<\/li>\n<li>It lacks a specific spine on its feelers (antennules) that is commonly found in similar species.<\/li>\n<li>It is<strong> bright orange <\/strong>in colour.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>What are Squat Lobsters?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>They are <strong>marine crustaceans<\/strong> that <strong>resemble small lobsters<\/strong> but are <strong>not true lobsters. <\/strong><\/li>\n<li>They are more <strong>closely related to hermit crabs and porcelain crabs.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>There are well over 900 species of squat lobsters, and they can be found in nearly <strong>every marine environmen<\/strong>t across <strong>most latitudes around the world.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>They have <strong>small, flat bodies<\/strong>, ranging from 0.7 to 3.5 inches (1.778 to 88.9 mm) in length.<\/li>\n<li>These <strong>decapods (ten-footed) <\/strong>have a <strong>front pair of legs <\/strong>that are much <strong>longer than their bodies that end in a pair of large claws. <\/strong><\/li>\n<li>The lobsters <strong>earned their name by tucking their tails under their thorax<\/strong>, giving their <strong>bodies a shorter, more \u201csquat\u201d appearance. <\/strong><\/li>\n<li>As with many other crustaceans, squat lobsters can <strong>use their tail as a paddle to escape backwards <\/strong>very quickly.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Hence option d is the correct answer.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>News<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/researchmatters.in\/news\/new-bright-orange-squat-lobster-species-identified-lakshadweeps-coast\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/researchmatters.in\/news\/new-bright-orange-squat-lobster-species-identified-lakshadweeps-coast<\/a><\/p>\n                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                        \n                        \n                                                <input type=\"button\" name=\"back\" value=\"Back\"\n                               class=\"wpProQuiz_button wpProQuiz_QuestionButton\"\n                               style=\"float: left !important; margin-right: 10px !important; display: none;\">\n                                                <input type=\"button\" name=\"check\" value=\"Check\"\n                               class=\"wpProQuiz_button wpProQuiz_QuestionButton\"\n                               style=\"float: right 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Question                        <\/h5>\n\n                                                    <span style=\"font-weight: bold; float: right;\">1 points<\/span>\n                            <div style=\"clear: both;\"><\/div>\n                        \n                                                <div class=\"wpProQuiz_question\" style=\"margin: 10px 0 0 0;\">\n                            <div class=\"wpProQuiz_question_text\">\n                                <p>Futala Lake, recently seen in the news, is located in which Indian city?<\/p>\n                            <\/div>\n                                                        <ul class=\"wpProQuiz_questionList\" data-question_id=\"917\"\n                                data-type=\"single\">\n                                \n                                    <li class=\"wpProQuiz_questionListItem\" data-pos=\"0\">\n\n                                                                                                                                <span style=\"display:none;\"><\/span>\n                                            <label>\n                                                <input class=\"wpProQuiz_questionInput\"\n                                                       type=\"radio\"\n                                                       name=\"question_93_917\"\n                                                       value=\"1\"> a. 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Raipur                                            <\/label>\n\n                                                                            <\/li>\n                                    \n                                    <li class=\"wpProQuiz_questionListItem\" data-pos=\"2\">\n\n                                                                                                                                <span style=\"display:none;\"><\/span>\n                                            <label>\n                                                <input class=\"wpProQuiz_questionInput\"\n                                                       type=\"radio\"\n                                                       name=\"question_93_917\"\n                                                       value=\"3\"> c. Nagpur                                            <\/label>\n\n                                                                            <\/li>\n                                    \n                                    <li class=\"wpProQuiz_questionListItem\" data-pos=\"3\">\n\n                                                                                                                                <span style=\"display:none;\"><\/span>\n                                            <label>\n                                                <input class=\"wpProQuiz_questionInput\"\n                                                       type=\"radio\"\n                                                       name=\"question_93_917\"\n                                                       value=\"4\"> d. Surat                                            <\/label>\n\n                                                                            <\/li>\n                                                                <\/ul>\n                        <\/div>\n                                                    <div class=\"wpProQuiz_response\" style=\"display: none;\">\n                                <div style=\"display: none;\" class=\"wpProQuiz_correct\">\n                                                                            <span class=\"wpProQuiz_respone_span\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCorrect\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span><br>\n                                    <p><strong>Answer: c<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Explanation:<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2>Futala Lake, an iconic water body in the city, continues to grapple with untreated sewage inflow and mounting filth along its banks.<\/h2>\n<p><strong>About Futala Lake:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Futala Lake, also known as <strong>Telankhedi Lake<\/strong>, is a<strong> man-made lake<\/strong> located in the western part of <strong>Nagpur, Maharashtra.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>It is believed to be more than <strong>200 years old.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>It was <strong>created <\/strong>during the <strong>Bhonsle dynasty rule<\/strong> in the<strong> 18th century<\/strong> for the purpose of providing water to the nearby villages and farmlands.<\/li>\n<li>The lake covers an area of about 60 acres, making it one of the largest lakes in Nagpur.<\/li>\n<li>The lake is<strong> surrounded on three sides by forest<\/strong> and a <strong>landscaped beach on the fourth side.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>It features a picturesque promenade, boating facilities, and an amusement park.<\/li>\n<li>This lake is known for its<strong> colorful fountains.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Hence option c is the correct answer.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>News<\/strong>:<a href=\"https:\/\/timesofindia.indiatimes.com\/city\/nagpur\/unchecked-sewage-flow-filth-threaten-ecology-of-futala-lake\/amp_articleshow\/128394986.cms\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/timesofindia.indiatimes.com\/city\/nagpur\/unchecked-sewage-flow-filth-threaten-ecology-of-futala-lake\/amp_articleshow\/128394986.cms<\/a><\/p>                                <\/div>\n                                <div style=\"display: none;\" class=\"wpProQuiz_incorrect\">\n                                                                            <span class=\"wpProQuiz_respone_span\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tIncorrect\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span><br>\n                                    <p><strong>Answer: c<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Explanation:<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2>Futala Lake, an iconic water body in the city, continues to grapple with untreated sewage inflow and mounting filth along its banks.<\/h2>\n<p><strong>About Futala Lake:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Futala Lake, also known as <strong>Telankhedi Lake<\/strong>, is a<strong> man-made lake<\/strong> located in the western part of <strong>Nagpur, Maharashtra.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>It is believed to be more than <strong>200 years old.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>It was <strong>created <\/strong>during the <strong>Bhonsle dynasty rule<\/strong> in the<strong> 18th century<\/strong> for the purpose of providing water to the nearby villages and farmlands.<\/li>\n<li>The lake covers an area of about 60 acres, making it one of the largest lakes in Nagpur.<\/li>\n<li>The lake is<strong> surrounded on three sides by forest<\/strong> and a <strong>landscaped beach on the fourth side.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>It features a picturesque promenade, boating facilities, and an amusement park.<\/li>\n<li>This lake is known for its<strong> colorful fountains.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Hence option c is the correct answer.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>News<\/strong>:<a href=\"https:\/\/timesofindia.indiatimes.com\/city\/nagpur\/unchecked-sewage-flow-filth-threaten-ecology-of-futala-lake\/amp_articleshow\/128394986.cms\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/timesofindia.indiatimes.com\/city\/nagpur\/unchecked-sewage-flow-filth-threaten-ecology-of-futala-lake\/amp_articleshow\/128394986.cms<\/a><\/p>\n                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                        \n                        \n                                                <input type=\"button\" name=\"back\" value=\"Back\"\n                               class=\"wpProQuiz_button wpProQuiz_QuestionButton\"\n                               style=\"float: left !important; 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Question                        <\/h5>\n\n                                                    <span style=\"font-weight: bold; float: right;\">1 points<\/span>\n                            <div style=\"clear: both;\"><\/div>\n                        \n                                                <div class=\"wpProQuiz_question\" style=\"margin: 10px 0 0 0;\">\n                            <div class=\"wpProQuiz_question_text\">\n                                <p>Which one of the following is the best description of \u2018Exposome\u2019, that was in the news recently?<\/p>\n                            <\/div>\n                                                        <ul class=\"wpProQuiz_questionList\" data-question_id=\"918\"\n                                data-type=\"single\">\n                                \n                                    <li class=\"wpProQuiz_questionListItem\" data-pos=\"0\">\n\n                                                                                                                                <span style=\"display:none;\"><\/span>\n                                            <label>\n                                                <input class=\"wpProQuiz_questionInput\"\n                                                       type=\"radio\"\n                                                       name=\"question_93_918\"\n                                                       value=\"1\"> a. The complete mapping of human genes responsible for inherited diseases.                                            <\/label>\n\n                                                                            <\/li>\n                                    \n                                    <li class=\"wpProQuiz_questionListItem\" data-pos=\"1\">\n\n                                                                                                                                <span style=\"display:none;\"><\/span>\n                                            <label>\n                                                <input class=\"wpProQuiz_questionInput\"\n                                                       type=\"radio\"\n                                                       name=\"question_93_918\"\n                                                       value=\"2\"> b. The total lifetime exposure of an individual to environmental and biological factors.                                            <\/label>\n\n                                                                            <\/li>\n                                    \n                                    <li class=\"wpProQuiz_questionListItem\" data-pos=\"2\">\n\n                                                                                                                                <span style=\"display:none;\"><\/span>\n                                            <label>\n                                                <input class=\"wpProQuiz_questionInput\"\n                                                       type=\"radio\"\n                                                       name=\"question_93_918\"\n                                                       value=\"3\"> c. A new vaccine platform developed to combat emerging viral infections.                                            <\/label>\n\n                                                                            <\/li>\n                                    \n                                    <li class=\"wpProQuiz_questionListItem\" data-pos=\"3\">\n\n                                                                                                                                <span style=\"display:none;\"><\/span>\n                                            <label>\n                                                <input class=\"wpProQuiz_questionInput\"\n                                                       type=\"radio\"\n                                                       name=\"question_93_918\"\n                                                       value=\"4\"> d. A method of measuring biodiversity loss in ecosystems.                                            <\/label>\n\n                                                                            <\/li>\n                                                                <\/ul>\n                        <\/div>\n                                                    <div class=\"wpProQuiz_response\" style=\"display: none;\">\n                                <div style=\"display: none;\" class=\"wpProQuiz_correct\">\n                                                                            <span class=\"wpProQuiz_respone_span\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCorrect\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span><br>\n                                    <p><strong>Answer: b<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Explanation:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Scientists are launching an ambitious global effort to map the \u201chuman exposome\u201d \u2014 the lifelong mix of environmental and chemical exposures that drive most diseases.<\/p>\n<p><strong>About Exposome:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>It can be defined as the <strong>measure of all the exposures of an individual in a lifetime, from conception onward<\/strong>, and <strong>how those exposures relate to health. <\/strong><\/li>\n<li>The <strong>International Human Exposome Network (IHEN) defines<\/strong> the exposome as the <strong>&#8220;integrated compilation<\/strong> of all <strong>physical, chemical, biological, and psychosocial factors,<\/strong> and their interactions.&#8221;<\/li>\n<li>It reveals the accumulated lifetime exposures that <strong>determine our health, wellness, and susceptibility to disease. <\/strong><\/li>\n<li>This is shaped by internal exposures such as individual metabolism or the microbiome, as well as external factors such as air quality.<\/li>\n<li>It also <strong>involves social or behavioral decisions <\/strong>that influence nutrition and exercise.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Exposomics<\/strong> is the <strong>study of the exposome<\/strong> and relies on the application of <strong>internal and external exposure assessment methods.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Internal exposure<\/strong> <strong>assessment<\/strong> relies on fields of study such as<strong> genomics, metabonomics, lipidomics, transcriptomics, and proteomics.<\/strong> <strong>Commonalities of these fields<\/strong> include\n<ul>\n<li><strong>use of biomarkers <\/strong>to determine exposure, effect of exposure, disease progression, and susceptibility factors<\/li>\n<li><strong>use of technologies that result in large amounts of data<\/strong> and<\/li>\n<li><strong>use of data mining techniques<\/strong> to find statistical associations between exposures, effect of exposures, and other factors such as genetics with disease.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>External exposure assessment<\/strong> relies on <strong>measuring environmental stressors. <\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Common approaches include using<strong> direct reading instruments, laboratory-based analysis,<\/strong> and<strong> survey instruments.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Hence option b is the correct answer.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>News:<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedaily.com\/releases\/2026\/02\/260213223904.htm\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/www.sciencedaily.com\/releases\/2026\/02\/260213223904.htm<\/a><\/p>                                <\/div>\n                                <div style=\"display: none;\" class=\"wpProQuiz_incorrect\">\n                                                                            <span class=\"wpProQuiz_respone_span\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tIncorrect\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span><br>\n                                    <p><strong>Answer: b<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Explanation:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Scientists are launching an ambitious global effort to map the \u201chuman exposome\u201d \u2014 the lifelong mix of environmental and chemical exposures that drive most diseases.<\/p>\n<p><strong>About Exposome:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>It can be defined as the <strong>measure of all the exposures of an individual in a lifetime, from conception onward<\/strong>, and <strong>how those exposures relate to health. <\/strong><\/li>\n<li>The <strong>International Human Exposome Network (IHEN) defines<\/strong> the exposome as the <strong>&#8220;integrated compilation<\/strong> of all <strong>physical, chemical, biological, and psychosocial factors,<\/strong> and their interactions.&#8221;<\/li>\n<li>It reveals the accumulated lifetime exposures that <strong>determine our health, wellness, and susceptibility to disease. <\/strong><\/li>\n<li>This is shaped by internal exposures such as individual metabolism or the microbiome, as well as external factors such as air quality.<\/li>\n<li>It also <strong>involves social or behavioral decisions <\/strong>that influence nutrition and exercise.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Exposomics<\/strong> is the <strong>study of the exposome<\/strong> and relies on the application of <strong>internal and external exposure assessment methods.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Internal exposure<\/strong> <strong>assessment<\/strong> relies on fields of study such as<strong> genomics, metabonomics, lipidomics, transcriptomics, and proteomics.<\/strong> <strong>Commonalities of these fields<\/strong> include\n<ul>\n<li><strong>use of biomarkers <\/strong>to determine exposure, effect of exposure, disease progression, and susceptibility factors<\/li>\n<li><strong>use of technologies that result in large amounts of data<\/strong> and<\/li>\n<li><strong>use of data mining techniques<\/strong> to find statistical associations between exposures, effect of exposures, and other factors such as genetics with disease.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>External exposure assessment<\/strong> relies on <strong>measuring environmental stressors. <\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Common approaches include using<strong> direct reading instruments, laboratory-based analysis,<\/strong> and<strong> survey instruments.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Hence option b is the correct answer.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>News:<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedaily.com\/releases\/2026\/02\/260213223904.htm\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/www.sciencedaily.com\/releases\/2026\/02\/260213223904.htm<\/a><\/p>\n                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                        \n                        \n                                                <input type=\"button\" name=\"back\" value=\"Back\"\n                               class=\"wpProQuiz_button wpProQuiz_QuestionButton\"\n                               style=\"float: left !important; margin-right: 10px !important; display: none;\">\n                                                <input type=\"button\" name=\"check\" value=\"Check\"\n                               class=\"wpProQuiz_button wpProQuiz_QuestionButton\"\n                               style=\"float: right !important; margin-right: 10px !important; display: none;\">\n                 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Question                        <\/h5>\n\n                                                    <span style=\"font-weight: bold; float: right;\">1 points<\/span>\n                            <div style=\"clear: both;\"><\/div>\n                        \n                                                <div class=\"wpProQuiz_question\" style=\"margin: 10px 0 0 0;\">\n                            <div class=\"wpProQuiz_question_text\">\n                                <p>Consider the following statements regarding the Spot-bellied Eagle-Owl, recently seen in the news:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>It is a large bird of prey native to South and Southeast Asia.<\/li>\n<li>It is classified as \u2018Endangered\u2019 under the IUCN Red List.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Which of the statements given above is\/are correct?<\/p>\n                            <\/div>\n                                                        <ul class=\"wpProQuiz_questionList\" data-question_id=\"919\"\n                                data-type=\"single\">\n                                \n                                    <li class=\"wpProQuiz_questionListItem\" data-pos=\"0\">\n\n                                                                                                                                <span style=\"display:none;\"><\/span>\n                                            <label>\n                                                <input class=\"wpProQuiz_questionInput\"\n                                                       type=\"radio\"\n                                                       name=\"question_93_919\"\n                                                       value=\"1\"> a. 1 only                                            <\/label>\n\n                                                                            <\/li>\n                                    \n                                    <li class=\"wpProQuiz_questionListItem\" data-pos=\"1\">\n\n                                                                                                                                <span style=\"display:none;\"><\/span>\n                                            <label>\n                                                <input class=\"wpProQuiz_questionInput\"\n                                                       type=\"radio\"\n                                                       name=\"question_93_919\"\n                                                       value=\"2\"> b. 2 only                                            <\/label>\n\n                                                                            <\/li>\n                                    \n                                    <li class=\"wpProQuiz_questionListItem\" data-pos=\"2\">\n\n                                                                                                                                <span style=\"display:none;\"><\/span>\n                                            <label>\n                                                <input class=\"wpProQuiz_questionInput\"\n                                                       type=\"radio\"\n                                                       name=\"question_93_919\"\n                                                       value=\"3\"> c. Both 1 and 2                                            <\/label>\n\n                                                                            <\/li>\n                                    \n                                    <li class=\"wpProQuiz_questionListItem\" data-pos=\"3\">\n\n                                                                                                                                <span style=\"display:none;\"><\/span>\n                                            <label>\n                                                <input class=\"wpProQuiz_questionInput\"\n                                                       type=\"radio\"\n                                                       name=\"question_93_919\"\n                                                       value=\"4\"> d. Neither 1 nor 2                                            <\/label>\n\n                                                                            <\/li>\n                                                                <\/ul>\n                        <\/div>\n                                                    <div class=\"wpProQuiz_response\" style=\"display: none;\">\n                                <div style=\"display: none;\" class=\"wpProQuiz_correct\">\n                                                                            <span class=\"wpProQuiz_respone_span\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCorrect\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span><br>\n                                    <p><strong>Answer: a<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Explanation:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>A rare and mysterious night bird, the Spot-bellied Eagle-Owl, known as the &#8216;Ghost of the Forest&#8217;, was recently caught on camera in Uttarakhand&#8217;s Corbett Reserve.<\/p>\n<p><strong>About Spot-bellied Eagle-Owl:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The spot-bellied eagle-owl, also known as the <strong>forest eagle-owl,<\/strong> is a <strong>large bird of prey <\/strong>with a formidable appearance.<\/li>\n<li>Scientific Name: Ketupa nipalensis<\/li>\n<li><strong>Habitat and Distribution:<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>It is commonly found in <strong>India, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh<\/strong>, and parts <strong>of Southeast Asia.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>It can be found in a variety of habitats, including <strong>tropical and subtropical forests<\/strong>, <strong>woodlands, and savannas.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Features<\/strong>:\n<ul>\n<li>It is a <strong>very large owl<\/strong>. It can be from 50 to 65 cm (20 to 26 in) long. This makes it <strong>one of the longest owls<\/strong> in the world.<\/li>\n<li>It also has <strong>very long wings<\/strong>. Its wingspan can reach up to 1.7 meters.<\/li>\n<li>The most distinguishing feature is its <strong>striking colouration. <\/strong>The <strong>upper parts <\/strong>of its body are a <strong>rich chocolate brown, <\/strong>speckled with <strong>white spots.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>The <strong>feathers on its wings and tail<\/strong> are barred with <strong>alternating shades of brown and white<\/strong>, creating a stunning pattern that helps it blend in with its surroundings.<\/li>\n<li>The underside of the owl is where it gets its name; its <strong>belly and breast are a light cream colour, <\/strong>covered in<strong> bold black spots.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>It is primarily <strong>nocturnal<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>It is a <strong>solitary bird<\/strong> that is <strong>territorial <\/strong>and maintains a home range.<\/li>\n<li>It is famous for its <strong>strange, human-like calls.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Conservation Status:<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>IUCN Red List:<strong> Least Concern.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Hence only statement 1 is correct.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>News:<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.etvbharat.com\/en\/state\/rare-spot-bellied-eagle-owl-known-as-ghost-of-forest-spotted-in-corbett-park-enn26021400629\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/www.etvbharat.com\/en\/state\/rare-spot-bellied-eagle-owl-known-as-ghost-of-forest-spotted-in-corbett-park-enn26021400629<\/a><\/p>                                <\/div>\n                                <div style=\"display: none;\" class=\"wpProQuiz_incorrect\">\n                                                                            <span class=\"wpProQuiz_respone_span\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tIncorrect\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span><br>\n                                    <p><strong>Answer: a<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Explanation:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>A rare and mysterious night bird, the Spot-bellied Eagle-Owl, known as the &#8216;Ghost of the Forest&#8217;, was recently caught on camera in Uttarakhand&#8217;s Corbett Reserve.<\/p>\n<p><strong>About Spot-bellied Eagle-Owl:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The spot-bellied eagle-owl, also known as the <strong>forest eagle-owl,<\/strong> is a <strong>large bird of prey <\/strong>with a formidable appearance.<\/li>\n<li>Scientific Name: Ketupa nipalensis<\/li>\n<li><strong>Habitat and Distribution:<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>It is commonly found in <strong>India, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh<\/strong>, and parts <strong>of Southeast Asia.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>It can be found in a variety of habitats, including <strong>tropical and subtropical forests<\/strong>, <strong>woodlands, and savannas.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Features<\/strong>:\n<ul>\n<li>It is a <strong>very large owl<\/strong>. It can be from 50 to 65 cm (20 to 26 in) long. This makes it <strong>one of the longest owls<\/strong> in the world.<\/li>\n<li>It also has <strong>very long wings<\/strong>. Its wingspan can reach up to 1.7 meters.<\/li>\n<li>The most distinguishing feature is its <strong>striking colouration. <\/strong>The <strong>upper parts <\/strong>of its body are a <strong>rich chocolate brown, <\/strong>speckled with <strong>white spots.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>The <strong>feathers on its wings and tail<\/strong> are barred with <strong>alternating shades of brown and white<\/strong>, creating a stunning pattern that helps it blend in with its surroundings.<\/li>\n<li>The underside of the owl is where it gets its name; its <strong>belly and breast are a light cream colour, <\/strong>covered in<strong> bold black spots.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>It is primarily <strong>nocturnal<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>It is a <strong>solitary bird<\/strong> that is <strong>territorial <\/strong>and maintains a home range.<\/li>\n<li>It is famous for its <strong>strange, human-like calls.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Conservation Status:<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>IUCN Red List:<strong> Least Concern.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Hence only statement 1 is correct.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>News:<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.etvbharat.com\/en\/state\/rare-spot-bellied-eagle-owl-known-as-ghost-of-forest-spotted-in-corbett-park-enn26021400629\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/www.etvbharat.com\/en\/state\/rare-spot-bellied-eagle-owl-known-as-ghost-of-forest-spotted-in-corbett-park-enn26021400629<\/a><\/p>\n                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                        \n                        \n                                                <input type=\"button\" name=\"back\" value=\"Back\"\n                               class=\"wpProQuiz_button wpProQuiz_QuestionButton\"\n                               style=\"float: left !important; margin-right: 10px !important; display: none;\">\n                                                <input type=\"button\" name=\"check\" value=\"Check\"\n                               class=\"wpProQuiz_button wpProQuiz_QuestionButton\"\n                               style=\"float: right !important; margin-right: 10px !important; display: none;\">\n                        <input type=\"button\" name=\"next\" value=\"Next\"\n                               class=\"wpProQuiz_button wpProQuiz_QuestionButton\" style=\"float: right; display: none;\">\n\n                        <div style=\"clear: both;\"><\/div>\n\n                                                    <div style=\"margin-bottom: 20px;\"><\/div>\n                        \n                    <\/li>\n\n                                    <li class=\"wpProQuiz_listItem\" style=\"display: none;\">\n                        <div\n                            class=\"wpProQuiz_question_page\" style=\"display:none;\" >\n                            Question <span>5<\/span> of <span>10<\/span>                        <\/div>\n                        <h5 style=\"display: inline-block;\"\n                            class=\"wpProQuiz_header\">\n                            <span>5<\/span>. Question                        <\/h5>\n\n                                                    <span style=\"font-weight: bold; float: right;\">1 points<\/span>\n                            <div style=\"clear: both;\"><\/div>\n                        \n                                                <div class=\"wpProQuiz_question\" style=\"margin: 10px 0 0 0;\">\n                            <div class=\"wpProQuiz_question_text\">\n                                <p>Consider the following statements regarding Osteoporosis:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>It is a disease in which there is excessive bone growth due to calcium deposition.<\/li>\n<li>People with osteoporosis are much more likely to experience broken bones.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Which of the statements given above is\/are correct?<\/p>\n                            <\/div>\n                                                        <ul class=\"wpProQuiz_questionList\" data-question_id=\"920\"\n                                data-type=\"single\">\n                                \n                                    <li class=\"wpProQuiz_questionListItem\" data-pos=\"0\">\n\n                                                                                                                                <span style=\"display:none;\"><\/span>\n                                            <label>\n                                                <input class=\"wpProQuiz_questionInput\"\n                                                       type=\"radio\"\n                                                       name=\"question_93_920\"\n                                                       value=\"1\"> a. 1 only                                            <\/label>\n\n                                                                            <\/li>\n                                    \n                                    <li class=\"wpProQuiz_questionListItem\" data-pos=\"1\">\n\n                                                                                                                                <span style=\"display:none;\"><\/span>\n                                            <label>\n                                                <input class=\"wpProQuiz_questionInput\"\n                                                       type=\"radio\"\n                                                       name=\"question_93_920\"\n                                                       value=\"2\"> b. 2 only                                            <\/label>\n\n                                                                            <\/li>\n                                    \n                                    <li class=\"wpProQuiz_questionListItem\" data-pos=\"2\">\n\n                                                                                                                                <span style=\"display:none;\"><\/span>\n                                            <label>\n                                                <input class=\"wpProQuiz_questionInput\"\n                                                       type=\"radio\"\n                                                       name=\"question_93_920\"\n                                                       value=\"3\"> c. Both 1 and 2                                            <\/label>\n\n                                                                            <\/li>\n                                    \n                                    <li class=\"wpProQuiz_questionListItem\" data-pos=\"3\">\n\n                                                                                                                                <span style=\"display:none;\"><\/span>\n                                            <label>\n                                                <input class=\"wpProQuiz_questionInput\"\n                                                       type=\"radio\"\n                                                       name=\"question_93_920\"\n                                                       value=\"4\"> d. Neither 1 nor 2                                            <\/label>\n\n                                                                            <\/li>\n                                                                <\/ul>\n                        <\/div>\n                                                    <div class=\"wpProQuiz_response\" style=\"display: none;\">\n                                <div style=\"display: none;\" class=\"wpProQuiz_correct\">\n                                                                            <span class=\"wpProQuiz_respone_span\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCorrect\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span><br>\n                                    <p><strong>Answer: b<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Explanation:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Osteoporosis is a bone-weakening disease that afflicts tens of millions of people, and much-needed new treatments could be on the way after researchers discovered a key mechanism behind how exercise strengthens bones.<\/p>\n<p><strong>About Osteoporosis:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>It is a disease in which your<strong> bones become weak <\/strong>and are <strong>likely to fracture<\/strong> (break).<\/li>\n<li>People with osteoporosis are much more <strong>likely to<\/strong> <strong>experience broken bones<\/strong> (bone fractures).<\/li>\n<li><strong>What Causes Osteoporosis?<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Your bones are made of living tissue. To keep them strong, your <strong>body breaks down old bone and replaces it with new bone. <\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Osteoporosis develops<\/strong> when <strong>more bone is broken down than replaced<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>You <strong>lose bone mass,<\/strong> and <strong>changes happen in the structure of your bone tissue<\/strong>. This can happen as you get older.<\/li>\n<li>Other risk factors can also lead to the development of osteoporosis or increase your chance of developing the disease.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Symptoms:<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>It is called a<strong> &#8220;silent&#8221; disease<\/strong> because it <strong>doesn&#8217;t usually cause symptoms. <\/strong>You may<strong> not even know<\/strong> you have the disease <strong>until you break a bone. <\/strong><\/li>\n<li>This could happen with any bone, but it&#8217;s <strong>most common <\/strong>in the<strong> bones of your hip, vertebrae in the spine, and wrist.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Once your bones have been weakened<\/strong> by osteoporosis, you might have signs and <strong>symptoms <\/strong>that include:\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Back pain<\/strong>, caused by a broken or collapsed bone in the spine.<\/li>\n<li>Loss of height over time.<\/li>\n<li>A<strong> stooped posture.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>A bone that breaks much more easily than expected.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Treatment<\/strong>: Treatment for osteoporosis may involve:\n<ul>\n<li>Making<strong> lifestyle changes<\/strong>, such as changing your diet and exercise routine<\/li>\n<li>Taking <strong>calcium and vitamin D supplements<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Using medicines to strengthen bones.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Hence only statement 2 is correct.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>News:<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencealert.com\/breakthrough-study-reveals-the-secret-of-how-exercise-fights-osteoporosis\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/www.sciencealert.com\/breakthrough-study-reveals-the-secret-of-how-exercise-fights-osteoporosis<\/a><\/p>                                <\/div>\n                                <div style=\"display: none;\" class=\"wpProQuiz_incorrect\">\n                                                                            <span class=\"wpProQuiz_respone_span\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tIncorrect\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span><br>\n                                    <p><strong>Answer: b<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Explanation:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Osteoporosis is a bone-weakening disease that afflicts tens of millions of people, and much-needed new treatments could be on the way after researchers discovered a key mechanism behind how exercise strengthens bones.<\/p>\n<p><strong>About Osteoporosis:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>It is a disease in which your<strong> bones become weak <\/strong>and are <strong>likely to fracture<\/strong> (break).<\/li>\n<li>People with osteoporosis are much more <strong>likely to<\/strong> <strong>experience broken bones<\/strong> (bone fractures).<\/li>\n<li><strong>What Causes Osteoporosis?<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Your bones are made of living tissue. To keep them strong, your <strong>body breaks down old bone and replaces it with new bone. <\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Osteoporosis develops<\/strong> when <strong>more bone is broken down than replaced<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>You <strong>lose bone mass,<\/strong> and <strong>changes happen in the structure of your bone tissue<\/strong>. This can happen as you get older.<\/li>\n<li>Other risk factors can also lead to the development of osteoporosis or increase your chance of developing the disease.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Symptoms:<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>It is called a<strong> &#8220;silent&#8221; disease<\/strong> because it <strong>doesn&#8217;t usually cause symptoms. <\/strong>You may<strong> not even know<\/strong> you have the disease <strong>until you break a bone. <\/strong><\/li>\n<li>This could happen with any bone, but it&#8217;s <strong>most common <\/strong>in the<strong> bones of your hip, vertebrae in the spine, and wrist.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Once your bones have been weakened<\/strong> by osteoporosis, you might have signs and <strong>symptoms <\/strong>that include:\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Back pain<\/strong>, caused by a broken or collapsed bone in the spine.<\/li>\n<li>Loss of height over time.<\/li>\n<li>A<strong> stooped posture.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>A bone that breaks much more easily than expected.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Treatment<\/strong>: Treatment for osteoporosis may involve:\n<ul>\n<li>Making<strong> lifestyle changes<\/strong>, such as changing your diet and exercise routine<\/li>\n<li>Taking <strong>calcium and vitamin D supplements<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Using medicines to strengthen bones.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Hence only statement 2 is correct.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>News:<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencealert.com\/breakthrough-study-reveals-the-secret-of-how-exercise-fights-osteoporosis\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/www.sciencealert.com\/breakthrough-study-reveals-the-secret-of-how-exercise-fights-osteoporosis<\/a><\/p>\n                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                        \n                        \n                                                <input type=\"button\" name=\"back\" value=\"Back\"\n                               class=\"wpProQuiz_button wpProQuiz_QuestionButton\"\n                               style=\"float: left !important; margin-right: 10px !important; display: none;\">\n                                                <input type=\"button\" name=\"check\" value=\"Check\"\n                               class=\"wpProQuiz_button wpProQuiz_QuestionButton\"\n                               style=\"float: right !important; margin-right: 10px !important; display: none;\">\n                        <input type=\"button\" name=\"next\" value=\"Next\"\n                               class=\"wpProQuiz_button wpProQuiz_QuestionButton\" style=\"float: right; display: none;\">\n\n                        <div style=\"clear: both;\"><\/div>\n\n                                                    <div style=\"margin-bottom: 20px;\"><\/div>\n                        \n                    <\/li>\n\n                                    <li class=\"wpProQuiz_listItem\" style=\"display: none;\">\n                        <div\n                            class=\"wpProQuiz_question_page\" style=\"display:none;\" >\n                            Question <span>6<\/span> of <span>10<\/span>                        <\/div>\n                        <h5 style=\"display: inline-block;\"\n                            class=\"wpProQuiz_header\">\n                            <span>6<\/span>. Question                        <\/h5>\n\n                                                    <span style=\"font-weight: bold; float: right;\">1 points<\/span>\n                            <div style=\"clear: both;\"><\/div>\n                        \n                                                <div class=\"wpProQuiz_question\" style=\"margin: 10px 0 0 0;\">\n                            <div class=\"wpProQuiz_question_text\">\n                                <p>Piton de la Fournaise volcano, recently in news, is located in:<\/p>\n                            <\/div>\n                                                        <ul class=\"wpProQuiz_questionList\" data-question_id=\"921\"\n                                data-type=\"single\">\n                                \n                                    <li class=\"wpProQuiz_questionListItem\" data-pos=\"0\">\n\n                                                                                                                                <span style=\"display:none;\"><\/span>\n                                            <label>\n                                                <input class=\"wpProQuiz_questionInput\"\n                                                       type=\"radio\"\n                                                       name=\"question_93_921\"\n                                                       value=\"1\"> a. Agalega Island                                            <\/label>\n\n                                                                            <\/li>\n                                    \n                                    <li class=\"wpProQuiz_questionListItem\" data-pos=\"1\">\n\n                                                                                                                                <span style=\"display:none;\"><\/span>\n                                            <label>\n                                                <input class=\"wpProQuiz_questionInput\"\n                                                       type=\"radio\"\n                                                       name=\"question_93_921\"\n                                                       value=\"2\"> b. Arctic region                                            <\/label>\n\n                                                                            <\/li>\n                                    \n                                    <li class=\"wpProQuiz_questionListItem\" data-pos=\"2\">\n\n                                                                                                                                <span style=\"display:none;\"><\/span>\n                                            <label>\n                                                <input class=\"wpProQuiz_questionInput\"\n                                                       type=\"radio\"\n                                                       name=\"question_93_921\"\n                                                       value=\"3\"> c. Yucatan Peninsula                                            <\/label>\n\n                                                                            <\/li>\n                                    \n                                    <li class=\"wpProQuiz_questionListItem\" data-pos=\"3\">\n\n                                                                                                                                <span style=\"display:none;\"><\/span>\n                                            <label>\n                                                <input class=\"wpProQuiz_questionInput\"\n                                                       type=\"radio\"\n                                                       name=\"question_93_921\"\n                                                       value=\"4\"> d. La R\u00e9union Island                                            <\/label>\n\n                                                                            <\/li>\n                                                                <\/ul>\n                        <\/div>\n                                                    <div class=\"wpProQuiz_response\" style=\"display: none;\">\n                                <div style=\"display: none;\" class=\"wpProQuiz_correct\">\n                                                                            <span class=\"wpProQuiz_respone_span\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCorrect\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span><br>\n                                    <p>Answer: d<\/p>\n<p>Explanation:<\/p>\n<p>The Piton de la Fournaise volcano on Reunion Island erupted for the second time this year.<\/p>\n<p>Location: It occupies the east-southeastern end of French Island La R\u00e9union in the western Indian Ocean.<\/p>\n<p>Type: It is a massive basaltic shield volcano.<\/p>\n<p>It is built on the flank of the larger and older Piton des Neiges volcano whose early activity was basaltic but ended with eruption of differentiated alkaline lavas.<\/p>\n<p>It is one of the most active volcanoes in the world.<\/p>\n<p>It is in a phase of frequent but short-lived eruptions that start with lava fountains and produce large lava flows.<\/p>\n<p>Status: It is around 500,000 years old and since 2010, it has been a member of the prestigious club of natural treasures listed as World Heritage sites by UNESCO.<\/p>\n<p>Hence option (d) is the correct answer.<\/p>\n<p>News: <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/watchers.news\/2026\/02\/14\/second-eruption-follows-january-unrest-at-piton-de-la-fournaise-la-reunion\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/watchers.news\/2026\/02\/14\/second-eruption-follows-january-unrest-at-piton-de-la-fournaise-la-reunion\/<\/a><\/strong><\/p>                                <\/div>\n                                <div style=\"display: none;\" class=\"wpProQuiz_incorrect\">\n                                                                            <span class=\"wpProQuiz_respone_span\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tIncorrect\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span><br>\n                                    <p>Answer: d<\/p>\n<p>Explanation:<\/p>\n<p>The Piton de la Fournaise volcano on Reunion Island erupted for the second time this year.<\/p>\n<p>Location: It occupies the east-southeastern end of French Island La R\u00e9union in the western Indian Ocean.<\/p>\n<p>Type: It is a massive basaltic shield volcano.<\/p>\n<p>It is built on the flank of the larger and older Piton des Neiges volcano whose early activity was basaltic but ended with eruption of differentiated alkaline lavas.<\/p>\n<p>It is one of the most active volcanoes in the world.<\/p>\n<p>It is in a phase of frequent but short-lived eruptions that start with lava fountains and produce large lava flows.<\/p>\n<p>Status: It is around 500,000 years old and since 2010, it has been a member of the prestigious club of natural treasures listed as World Heritage sites by UNESCO.<\/p>\n<p>Hence option (d) is the correct answer.<\/p>\n<p>News: <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/watchers.news\/2026\/02\/14\/second-eruption-follows-january-unrest-at-piton-de-la-fournaise-la-reunion\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/watchers.news\/2026\/02\/14\/second-eruption-follows-january-unrest-at-piton-de-la-fournaise-la-reunion\/<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                        \n                        \n                                                <input type=\"button\" name=\"back\" value=\"Back\"\n                               class=\"wpProQuiz_button wpProQuiz_QuestionButton\"\n                               style=\"float: left !important; 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Question                        <\/h5>\n\n                                                    <span style=\"font-weight: bold; float: right;\">1 points<\/span>\n                            <div style=\"clear: both;\"><\/div>\n                        \n                                                <div class=\"wpProQuiz_question\" style=\"margin: 10px 0 0 0;\">\n                            <div class=\"wpProQuiz_question_text\">\n                                <p>Consider the following statements regarding Bio-based Chemicals:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>These are produced by using biological feedstocks like sugarcane, corn and starch.<\/li>\n<li>These are often produced through fermentation or enzymatic processes.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Which of the statements given above is\/are correct?<\/p>\n                            <\/div>\n                                                        <ul class=\"wpProQuiz_questionList\" data-question_id=\"922\"\n                                data-type=\"single\">\n                                \n                                    <li class=\"wpProQuiz_questionListItem\" data-pos=\"0\">\n\n                                                                                                                                <span style=\"display:none;\"><\/span>\n                                            <label>\n                                                <input class=\"wpProQuiz_questionInput\"\n                                                       type=\"radio\"\n                                                       name=\"question_93_922\"\n                                                       value=\"1\"> a. 1 only                                            <\/label>\n\n                                                                            <\/li>\n                                    \n                                    <li class=\"wpProQuiz_questionListItem\" data-pos=\"1\">\n\n                                                                                                                                <span style=\"display:none;\"><\/span>\n                                            <label>\n                                                <input class=\"wpProQuiz_questionInput\"\n                                                       type=\"radio\"\n                                                       name=\"question_93_922\"\n                                                       value=\"2\"> b. 2 only                                            <\/label>\n\n                                                                            <\/li>\n                                    \n                                    <li class=\"wpProQuiz_questionListItem\" data-pos=\"2\">\n\n                                                                                                                                <span style=\"display:none;\"><\/span>\n                                            <label>\n                                                <input class=\"wpProQuiz_questionInput\"\n                                                       type=\"radio\"\n                                                       name=\"question_93_922\"\n                                                       value=\"3\"> c. Both 1 and 2                                            <\/label>\n\n                                                                            <\/li>\n                                    \n                                    <li class=\"wpProQuiz_questionListItem\" data-pos=\"3\">\n\n                                                                                                                                <span style=\"display:none;\"><\/span>\n                                            <label>\n                                                <input class=\"wpProQuiz_questionInput\"\n                                                       type=\"radio\"\n                                                       name=\"question_93_922\"\n                                                       value=\"4\"> d. Neither 1 nor 2                                            <\/label>\n\n                                                                            <\/li>\n                                                                <\/ul>\n                        <\/div>\n                                                    <div class=\"wpProQuiz_response\" style=\"display: none;\">\n                                <div style=\"display: none;\" class=\"wpProQuiz_correct\">\n                                                                            <span class=\"wpProQuiz_respone_span\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCorrect\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span><br>\n                                    <p>Answer: c<\/p>\n<p>Explanation:<\/p>\n<p>India has prioritised bio-based chemicals and enzymes as a priority area under the Department of Biotechnology\u2019s BioE3 policy.<\/p>\n<p>Bio-based chemicals are industrial chemicals produced using biological feedstocks like sugarcane, corn, starch, or biomass residues.<\/p>\n<p>These are often produced through fermentation or enzymatic processes.<\/p>\n<p>Examples: Organic acids (such as lactic acid), bio-alcohols, solvents, surfactants, and intermediates used in plastics, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals.<\/p>\n<p>Unlike conventional chemicals, for which the largely available supplies are obtained through sources of fossil fuel, bio-based alternatives reflect a sustainable solution.<\/p>\n<p>Ecological Benefits of the Bio-Based Chemicals:<\/p>\n<p>The bio-based industry reduces reliance on fossil fuels by applying renewable feedstocks.<\/p>\n<p>Low production of harmful byproducts: Biobased methods generate much lower amounts of hazardous waste than the conventional petroleum-based methodologies.<\/p>\n<p>Reduced Carbon Footprint: The production of biochemicals generally requires less energy than their corresponding petroleum-based equivalents.<\/p>\n<p>Waste Minimization and Circular Economy: With bio-based chemicals mostly coming from organic waste resources, development of the circular economy will be based on recycling, efficiency in the use of resources.<\/p>\n<p>Hence both statements are correct.<\/p>\n<p>News: <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehindu.com\/sci-tech\/science\/what-are-bio-based-chemicals-and-enzymes-explained\/article70636267.ece\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/www.thehindu.com\/sci-tech\/science\/what-are-bio-based-chemicals-and-enzymes-explained\/article70636267.ece<\/a><\/strong><\/p>                                <\/div>\n                                <div style=\"display: none;\" class=\"wpProQuiz_incorrect\">\n                                                                            <span class=\"wpProQuiz_respone_span\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tIncorrect\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span><br>\n                                    <p>Answer: c<\/p>\n<p>Explanation:<\/p>\n<p>India has prioritised bio-based chemicals and enzymes as a priority area under the Department of Biotechnology\u2019s BioE3 policy.<\/p>\n<p>Bio-based chemicals are industrial chemicals produced using biological feedstocks like sugarcane, corn, starch, or biomass residues.<\/p>\n<p>These are often produced through fermentation or enzymatic processes.<\/p>\n<p>Examples: Organic acids (such as lactic acid), bio-alcohols, solvents, surfactants, and intermediates used in plastics, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals.<\/p>\n<p>Unlike conventional chemicals, for which the largely available supplies are obtained through sources of fossil fuel, bio-based alternatives reflect a sustainable solution.<\/p>\n<p>Ecological Benefits of the Bio-Based Chemicals:<\/p>\n<p>The bio-based industry reduces reliance on fossil fuels by applying renewable feedstocks.<\/p>\n<p>Low production of harmful byproducts: Biobased methods generate much lower amounts of hazardous waste than the conventional petroleum-based methodologies.<\/p>\n<p>Reduced Carbon Footprint: The production of biochemicals generally requires less energy than their corresponding petroleum-based equivalents.<\/p>\n<p>Waste Minimization and Circular Economy: With bio-based chemicals mostly coming from organic waste resources, development of the circular economy will be based on recycling, efficiency in the use of resources.<\/p>\n<p>Hence both statements are correct.<\/p>\n<p>News: <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehindu.com\/sci-tech\/science\/what-are-bio-based-chemicals-and-enzymes-explained\/article70636267.ece\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/www.thehindu.com\/sci-tech\/science\/what-are-bio-based-chemicals-and-enzymes-explained\/article70636267.ece<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                        \n                        \n                                                <input type=\"button\" name=\"back\" value=\"Back\"\n                               class=\"wpProQuiz_button wpProQuiz_QuestionButton\"\n          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Question                        <\/h5>\n\n                                                    <span style=\"font-weight: bold; float: right;\">1 points<\/span>\n                            <div style=\"clear: both;\"><\/div>\n                        \n                                                <div class=\"wpProQuiz_question\" style=\"margin: 10px 0 0 0;\">\n                            <div class=\"wpProQuiz_question_text\">\n                                <p>Consider the following statements regarding White-bellied Sea Eagle:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>It lives primarily in terrestrial habitats near the ocean, especially coasts and islands.<\/li>\n<li>It is only found in the Andaman Island region of India.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Which of the statements given above is\/are correct?<\/p>\n                            <\/div>\n                                                        <ul class=\"wpProQuiz_questionList\" data-question_id=\"923\"\n                                data-type=\"single\">\n                                \n                                    <li class=\"wpProQuiz_questionListItem\" data-pos=\"0\">\n\n                                                                                                                                <span style=\"display:none;\"><\/span>\n                                            <label>\n                                                <input class=\"wpProQuiz_questionInput\"\n                                                       type=\"radio\"\n                                                       name=\"question_93_923\"\n                                                       value=\"1\"> a. 1 only                                            <\/label>\n\n                                                                            <\/li>\n                                    \n                                    <li class=\"wpProQuiz_questionListItem\" data-pos=\"1\">\n\n                                                                                                                                <span style=\"display:none;\"><\/span>\n                                            <label>\n                                                <input class=\"wpProQuiz_questionInput\"\n                                                       type=\"radio\"\n                                                       name=\"question_93_923\"\n                                                       value=\"2\"> b. 2 only                                            <\/label>\n\n                                                                            <\/li>\n                                    \n                                    <li class=\"wpProQuiz_questionListItem\" data-pos=\"2\">\n\n                                                                                                                                <span style=\"display:none;\"><\/span>\n                                            <label>\n                                                <input class=\"wpProQuiz_questionInput\"\n                                                       type=\"radio\"\n                                                       name=\"question_93_923\"\n                                                       value=\"3\"> c. Both 1 and 2                                            <\/label>\n\n                                                                            <\/li>\n                                    \n                                    <li class=\"wpProQuiz_questionListItem\" data-pos=\"3\">\n\n                                                                                                                                <span style=\"display:none;\"><\/span>\n                                            <label>\n                                                <input class=\"wpProQuiz_questionInput\"\n                                                       type=\"radio\"\n                                                       name=\"question_93_923\"\n                                                       value=\"4\"> d. Neither 1 nor 2                                            <\/label>\n\n                                                                            <\/li>\n                                                                <\/ul>\n                        <\/div>\n                                                    <div class=\"wpProQuiz_response\" style=\"display: none;\">\n                                <div style=\"display: none;\" class=\"wpProQuiz_correct\">\n                                                                            <span class=\"wpProQuiz_respone_span\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCorrect\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span><br>\n                                    <p>Answer: a<\/p>\n<p>Explanation:<\/p>\n<p>Recently, the annual nest monitoring survey of the White-bellied Sea Eagle recorded 17 active nesting sites in Kannur and Kasaragod districts during this season.<\/p>\n<p>It is also known as the white-breasted sea eagle, is a large diurnal bird of prey in the family Accipitridae.<\/p>\n<p>Habitat: It lives primarily in terrestrial habitats near the ocean, especially coasts, islands, and estuaries, but also live in forested areas with access to smaller bodies of water<\/p>\n<p>Distribution: It is found in India, Sri Lanka, Andaman Island, southern China, the Philippines, Wallacea, New Guinea, Australia, and Tasmania, among other countries.<\/p>\n<p>It exhibit sexual dimorphism, with females being slightly larger than males.<\/p>\n<p>Communication: The primary form of communication in white-bellied sea eagles is vocalizations<\/p>\n<p>Diet: They are carnivorous and primarily prey on aquatic animals, especially fish, eels, and crustaceans.<\/p>\n<p>It is an apex predator in coastal ecosystems, is considered an indicator of marine and coastal environmental health.<\/p>\n<p>Conservation Status<\/p>\n<p>IUCN: Least Concern<\/p>\n<p>Hence only statement 1 is correct.<\/p>\n<p>News: <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehindu.com\/sci-tech\/energy-and-environment\/survey-records-17-active-white-bellied-sea-eagle-nests-in-kannur-kasaragod\/article70634547.ece\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/www.thehindu.com\/sci-tech\/energy-and-environment\/survey-records-17-active-white-bellied-sea-eagle-nests-in-kannur-kasaragod\/article70634547.ece<\/a><\/strong><\/p>                                <\/div>\n                                <div style=\"display: none;\" class=\"wpProQuiz_incorrect\">\n                                                                            <span class=\"wpProQuiz_respone_span\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tIncorrect\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span><br>\n                                    <p>Answer: a<\/p>\n<p>Explanation:<\/p>\n<p>Recently, the annual nest monitoring survey of the White-bellied Sea Eagle recorded 17 active nesting sites in Kannur and Kasaragod districts during this season.<\/p>\n<p>It is also known as the white-breasted sea eagle, is a large diurnal bird of prey in the family Accipitridae.<\/p>\n<p>Habitat: It lives primarily in terrestrial habitats near the ocean, especially coasts, islands, and estuaries, but also live in forested areas with access to smaller bodies of water<\/p>\n<p>Distribution: It is found in India, Sri Lanka, Andaman Island, southern China, the Philippines, Wallacea, New Guinea, Australia, and Tasmania, among other countries.<\/p>\n<p>It exhibit sexual dimorphism, with females being slightly larger than males.<\/p>\n<p>Communication: The primary form of communication in white-bellied sea eagles is vocalizations<\/p>\n<p>Diet: They are carnivorous and primarily prey on aquatic animals, especially fish, eels, and crustaceans.<\/p>\n<p>It is an apex predator in coastal ecosystems, is considered an indicator of marine and coastal environmental health.<\/p>\n<p>Conservation Status<\/p>\n<p>IUCN: Least Concern<\/p>\n<p>Hence only statement 1 is correct.<\/p>\n<p>News: <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehindu.com\/sci-tech\/energy-and-environment\/survey-records-17-active-white-bellied-sea-eagle-nests-in-kannur-kasaragod\/article70634547.ece\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/www.thehindu.com\/sci-tech\/energy-and-environment\/survey-records-17-active-white-bellied-sea-eagle-nests-in-kannur-kasaragod\/article70634547.ece<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                        \n                        \n                                                <input type=\"button\" name=\"back\" value=\"Back\"\n                               class=\"wpProQuiz_button wpProQuiz_QuestionButton\"\n                               style=\"float: left !important; 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Question                        <\/h5>\n\n                                                    <span style=\"font-weight: bold; float: right;\">1 points<\/span>\n                            <div style=\"clear: both;\"><\/div>\n                        \n                                                <div class=\"wpProQuiz_question\" style=\"margin: 10px 0 0 0;\">\n                            <div class=\"wpProQuiz_question_text\">\n                                <p>With reference to African Union, consider the following:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>It consists of the 55 member states that make up the countries of the African Continent.<\/li>\n<li>It promotes unity, cooperation, and development among African nations.<\/li>\n<li>Its headquarter is located in Kenya.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>How many of the above statements are correct?<\/p>\n                            <\/div>\n                                                        <ul class=\"wpProQuiz_questionList\" data-question_id=\"924\"\n                                data-type=\"single\">\n                                \n                                    <li class=\"wpProQuiz_questionListItem\" data-pos=\"0\">\n\n                                                                                                                                <span style=\"display:none;\"><\/span>\n                                            <label>\n                                                <input class=\"wpProQuiz_questionInput\"\n                                                       type=\"radio\"\n                                                       name=\"question_93_924\"\n                                                       value=\"1\"> a. 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None                                            <\/label>\n\n                                                                            <\/li>\n                                                                <\/ul>\n                        <\/div>\n                                                    <div class=\"wpProQuiz_response\" style=\"display: none;\">\n                                <div style=\"display: none;\" class=\"wpProQuiz_correct\">\n                                                                            <span class=\"wpProQuiz_respone_span\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCorrect\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span><br>\n                                    <p>Answer: b<\/p>\n<p>Explanation:<\/p>\n<p>Recently, the African Union hosted its annual summit in Ethiopia.<\/p>\n<p>It is a continental body consisting of the 55 member states that make up the countries of the African Continent.<\/p>\n<p>It was officially launched in 2002 and replaced its predecessor, the Organization of African Unity (OAU), which was founded in 1963.<\/p>\n<p>Primary Objective: To promote unity, cooperation, and development among African nations while advancing the continent\u2019s interests on the global stage.<\/p>\n<p>Headquarters: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia<\/p>\n<p>Governance of African Union:<\/p>\n<p>Assembly: It is the highest decision-making body, consisting of the heads of state and government of member countries.<\/p>\n<p>Executive Council: Made up of foreign affairs ministers, handles policy matters and makes recommendations to the Assembly.<\/p>\n<p>AU Commission: Headquartered in Addis Ababa, is the administrative arm responsible for implementing the decisions of the Assembly and the Executive Council.<\/p>\n<p>The Peace and Security Council: Responsible for maintaining peace and security on the continent.<\/p>\n<p>The AU structure promotes the participation of African citizens and civil society through the Pan-African Parliament and the Economic, Social &amp; Cultural Council (ECOSOCC).<\/p>\n<p>Hence only statements 1 and 2 are correct<\/p>\n<p>News: <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.newindianexpress.com\/world\/2026\/Feb\/14\/african-union-summit-opens-as-youth-anger-grows-over-a-bloc-of-old-leaders\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/www.newindianexpress.com\/world\/2026\/Feb\/14\/african-union-summit-opens-as-youth-anger-grows-over-a-bloc-of-old-leaders<\/a><\/strong><\/p>                                <\/div>\n                                <div style=\"display: none;\" class=\"wpProQuiz_incorrect\">\n                                                                            <span class=\"wpProQuiz_respone_span\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tIncorrect\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span><br>\n                                    <p>Answer: b<\/p>\n<p>Explanation:<\/p>\n<p>Recently, the African Union hosted its annual summit in Ethiopia.<\/p>\n<p>It is a continental body consisting of the 55 member states that make up the countries of the African Continent.<\/p>\n<p>It was officially launched in 2002 and replaced its predecessor, the Organization of African Unity (OAU), which was founded in 1963.<\/p>\n<p>Primary Objective: To promote unity, cooperation, and development among African nations while advancing the continent\u2019s interests on the global stage.<\/p>\n<p>Headquarters: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia<\/p>\n<p>Governance of African Union:<\/p>\n<p>Assembly: It is the highest decision-making body, consisting of the heads of state and government of member countries.<\/p>\n<p>Executive Council: Made up of foreign affairs ministers, handles policy matters and makes recommendations to the Assembly.<\/p>\n<p>AU Commission: Headquartered in Addis Ababa, is the administrative arm responsible for implementing the decisions of the Assembly and the Executive Council.<\/p>\n<p>The Peace and Security Council: Responsible for maintaining peace and security on the continent.<\/p>\n<p>The AU structure promotes the participation of African citizens and civil society through the Pan-African Parliament and the Economic, Social &amp; Cultural Council (ECOSOCC).<\/p>\n<p>Hence only statements 1 and 2 are correct<\/p>\n<p>News: <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.newindianexpress.com\/world\/2026\/Feb\/14\/african-union-summit-opens-as-youth-anger-grows-over-a-bloc-of-old-leaders\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/www.newindianexpress.com\/world\/2026\/Feb\/14\/african-union-summit-opens-as-youth-anger-grows-over-a-bloc-of-old-leaders<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                        \n                        \n                                                <input type=\"button\" name=\"back\" value=\"Back\"\n                               class=\"wpProQuiz_button wpProQuiz_QuestionButton\"\n                               style=\"float: left !important; margin-right: 10px !important; display: none;\">\n                                                <input type=\"button\" name=\"check\" value=\"Check\"\n                               class=\"wpProQuiz_button wpProQuiz_QuestionButton\"\n                               style=\"float: right !important; 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Question                        <\/h5>\n\n                                                    <span style=\"font-weight: bold; float: right;\">1 points<\/span>\n                            <div style=\"clear: both;\"><\/div>\n                        \n                                                <div class=\"wpProQuiz_question\" style=\"margin: 10px 0 0 0;\">\n                            <div class=\"wpProQuiz_question_text\">\n                                <p>Consider the following statements regarding Yuva AI for All Initiative:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>It is launched by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology.<\/li>\n<li>It provides free course related to Artificial Intelligence (AI) to all Indians, especially the youth.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Which of the statements given above is\/are correct?<\/p>\n                            <\/div>\n                                                        <ul class=\"wpProQuiz_questionList\" data-question_id=\"925\"\n                                data-type=\"single\">\n                                \n                                    <li class=\"wpProQuiz_questionListItem\" data-pos=\"0\">\n\n                                                                                                                                <span style=\"display:none;\"><\/span>\n                                            <label>\n                                                <input class=\"wpProQuiz_questionInput\"\n                                                       type=\"radio\"\n                                                       name=\"question_93_925\"\n                                                       value=\"1\"> a. 1 only                                            <\/label>\n\n                                                                            <\/li>\n                                    \n                                    <li class=\"wpProQuiz_questionListItem\" data-pos=\"1\">\n\n                                                                                                                                <span style=\"display:none;\"><\/span>\n                                            <label>\n                                                <input class=\"wpProQuiz_questionInput\"\n                                                       type=\"radio\"\n                                                       name=\"question_93_925\"\n                                                       value=\"2\"> b. 2 only                                            <\/label>\n\n                                                                            <\/li>\n                                    \n                                    <li class=\"wpProQuiz_questionListItem\" data-pos=\"2\">\n\n                                                                                                                                <span style=\"display:none;\"><\/span>\n                                            <label>\n                                                <input class=\"wpProQuiz_questionInput\"\n                                                       type=\"radio\"\n                                                       name=\"question_93_925\"\n                                                       value=\"3\"> c. 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