0 UPSC ENGLISH QUIZ 14.09.2023 Daily Quiz 1 / 5 Q1. Consider the following statements: DCGI has issued an advisory against Abbott's antacid Dizin Gel. DCGI observed That the product was contaminated with high levels of heavy metals including lead and mercury. Which of the above statement/statements are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Explanation: DCGI has issued an advisory against Abbott's antacid Dizin Gel. Drug Controller General of India Rajeev Singh Raghuvanshi has issued an advisory to stop the use of antacid Dizin Gel manufactured by drug maker Abbott India in its Goa unit. DCGI observed That the product was contaminated with high levels of heavy metals including lead and mercury. Drugs Controller General of India (DCGI), who leads the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), further recommended that healthcare practitioners exercise caution when prescribing Digene Gel. Central Drugs Standard Control Organization The Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) is the Central Drug Authority for discharging functions assigned to the Central Government under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940. CDSCO has 6 zonal offices, 4 sub-zonal offices, 13 port offices and laboratories under its control. 2 / 5 Q2. Consider the following statements: The 17th edition of ANUTEC – International Food Tech India held in Mumbai saw key players from industry and government highlight the immense potential in the food processing sector in India. India is on the path of remarkable progress in this sector and it is poised to become one of the major drivers of the country's economy. The food processing sector is an important component of the overall food supply chain. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? 1 and 2 are correct 1 and 3 are correct 2 and 3 are correct All of the above Explanation: The 17th edition of ANUTEC – International FoodTech India held in Mumbai saw key players from industry and government highlight the immense potential in the food processing sector in India. India is on the path of remarkable progress in this sector and it is poised to become one of the major drivers of the country's economy. Food Processing The food processing sector is an important component of the overall food supply chain. In this, raw agricultural and livestock products are converted into processed and value-added food products suitable for consumption. This field encompasses a wide range of activities, technologies and processes aimed at making food products safer, more convenient and longer lasting as well as enhancing their taste and nutritional value. Food Processing Sector in India The food processing sector contributes significantly to India's economy, accounting for 13% of exports and 6% of industrial investment. 3 / 5 Q3. Consider the following statements: West Bengal Legislative Assembly recently made a significant decision by declaring 'Poila Baisakh,' the first day of the Bengali calendar, as 'Bangla Dibas' or West Bengal Foundation Day. A dispute emerged earlier in 2023 concerning West Bengal's Foundation Day when Raj Bhavan officially declared June 20 as the State Foundation Day. Which of the above statement/statements are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Explanation: West Bengal Legislative Assembly recently made a significant decision by declaring 'Poila Baisakh,' the first day of the Bengali calendar, as 'Bangla Dibas' or West Bengal Foundation Day.A dispute emerged earlier in 2023 concerning West Bengal's Foundation Day when Raj Bhavan officially declared June 20 as the State Foundation Day. The Chief Minister of West Bengal argued that June 20, which carries associations with the partition, lacks relevance to the state's establishment. Also, the Assembly approved the proposal to make Rabindranath Tagore's 'Banglar Mati Banglar Jol' the official song of West Bengal. Poila Baisakh Poila Baisakh is an important festival celebrated by Bengali communities across West Bengal, Tripura, Jharkhand, and Assam. It is also celebrated in Bangladesh. It signifies the Bengali New Year and in 2023 it was celebrated on April 15th. 4 / 5 Q4. Consider the following statements: Scientists have achieved a remarkable feat by developing a "human embryo" model in the laboratory using stem cells and chemicals that sheds light on early embryonic development. Israeli researchers have used stem cells to create a model of a 24-day-old human embryo and used a combination of chemicals. This mixture of stem cells and chemicals was an important starting point for creating embryo-like structures. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? 1 and 2 are correct 1 and 3 are correct 2 and 3 are correct All of the above Explanation: Scientists have achieved a remarkable feat by developing a "human embryo" model in the laboratory using stem cells and chemicals that sheds light on early embryonic development. Israeli researchers have used stem cells to create a model of a 14-day-old human embryo and used a combination of chemicals. This mixture of stem cells and chemicals was an important starting point for creating embryo-like structures. This model from Israeli researchers was able to spontaneously assemble different types of cells, which are used to form embryos. provide nutrients to the fetus, ensure body development, and form structures such as the placenta and umbilical cord to support the fetus. This method has not been particularly effective because only 1% of the stem cell combination Could be collected easily which shows the need for better efficiency. 5 / 5 Q5. Consider the following statements: Ahmedabad, Union Minister Harsh Shanghvi provided citizenship to 108 migrants from Pakistan. The right to grant Indian citizenship to minority communities from Afghanistan, Bangladesh, and Pakistan came through gazette notifications issued in 2016 and 2019. Which of the above statement/statements are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Explanation: Ahmedabad, Union Minister Harsh Shanghvi provided citizenship to 108 migrants from Pakistan. The right to grant Indian citizenship to minority communities from Afghanistan, Bangladesh, and Pakistan came through gazette notifications issued in 2016 and 2018. The district collectors of Ahmedabad, Gandhinagar, and Kutch in Gujarat are empowered to follow the process under the Citizenship Act for granting Indian citizenship. Ahmedabad District Collectorate has already granted Indian citizenship to about 1,149 Pakistani Hindu immigrants. 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