GKToday Testbook Current Affairs Adda  - 15 December 2024

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The GKToday Testbook Current Affairs Adda for December 15, 2024, covers a wide range of topics including beauty sleep, fertility, superfoods, and the Dark Eagle. It highlights Ozempic's impact, Baba Vanga’s predictions, orthorexia, Nestlé's latest developments, and the biological passport. Other features include Rajmarh Saathi, the Big Four, and the Geoscience Museum, along with the "Cycling Tuesdays" initiative.

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Ques. What is a beauty sleep?

Ans. Beauty sleep refers to sufficient, quality rest that promotes skin repair, reduces dark circles, and enhances overall appearance. Sleep boosts collagen production, reduces stress hormones, and fosters cellular renewal, maintaining a youthful, radiant look.

Ques. What are the causes of male fertility decline?

Ans. Male fertility decline is caused by lifestyle factors like smoking, alcohol, obesity, and stress; environmental toxins; poor diet; ageing; medical conditions like diabetes; infections; hormonal imbalances; and prolonged heat exposure affecting sperm production.

Ques. What are superfoods?

Ans. Superfoods are nutrient-rich foods offering exceptional health benefits. Examples include berries, nuts, leafy greens, salmon, quinoa, and turmeric. Packed with antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals, they boost immunity, improve heart health, and support overall well-being.

Ques. What is the Dark Eagle?

Ans. The U.S. developed the Dark Eagle anti-missile system to intercept missiles mid-air. It features medium-range missiles with hypersonic glide warheads. The system has been tested successfully against ballistic, cruise, and hypersonic threats and outperformed Russian systems like the S-400.

Ques. What are the most used weight-loss drugs?

Ans. Semaglutide, marketed as Ozempic or Wegovy, is among the most used weight-loss drugs. It mimics GLP-1 hormone effects, reducing appetite and aiding weight loss. Widely prescribed, it complements lifestyle changes for effective results.

Ques. Who was Baba Vanga?
Ans. Baba Vanga was a blind Bulgarian mystic who gained fame for her alleged predictions. She is known as the "Nostradamus of the Balkans." She foresaw global events, attracting believers worldwide. Critics, however, question her accuracy and authenticity.

Ques. What is Orthorexia nervosa?

Ans. Orthorexia nervosa is an eating disorder characterized by an obsessive focus on healthy eating, often leading to nutritional imbalances and social isolation. Unlike other disorders, it prioritizes food purity over quantity, impacting physical and mental well-being.

Ques. Which is the world's largest food and beverage company?

Ans. Nestlé, a Swiss multinational, is the world's largest food and beverage company. Known for brands like Nescafé, KitKat, and Maggi, it faces both acclaim for innovation and criticism over environmental and ethical concerns.

Ques. What is the eCourts Mission Mode Project?

Ans. The eCourts Mission Mode Project aims to digitize and modernize India's judiciary system. It facilitates case tracking, online filing, and digital records, enhancing transparency, efficiency, and accessibility for citizens, lawyers, and judicial officials.

Ques. What is the Athlete Biological Passport?

Ans. The Athlete Biological Passport (ABP) is a system that tracks an athlete’s biological markers, such as blood and steroid levels, over time to detect potential doping by identifying unusual changes in their biological data.

Ques. What is Nupi Lal Numit?

Ans. Nupi Lal Numit is an event observed in Manipur to commemorate the Nupi Lal (Women's War) of 1939, where women protested against the British-imposed rice export policies. It honours their courage, resilience, and significant role in the state's history.

Ques. What is SAMPARK?

Ans. SAMPARK (Systematic Administrative Management for Purposeful Augmentation of Resource and Knowledge) is an initiative by the Indian government aimed at improving public service delivery through digital platforms, enhancing transparency, efficiency, and accessibility for citizens.

Ques. What is the Darwin wasp?

Ans. The Darwin wasp is a Hymenoptera insect that is named after Charles Darwin for its unique relationship with orchids. It pollinates certain species by inserting its long proboscis, demonstrating co-evolution between the insect and the plant.

Ques. What is a Rajmarg Saathi?

Ans. Rajmarg Saathi is an initiative by the National Highways Authority of India to improve road safety and emergency response with upgraded Route Patrolling Vehicles (RPVs) with closed cabinets for organized storage, AI-enabled dashboard cameras for identifying cracks, potholes & infrastructure issues.

Ques. What are the "Big Four" snakes of India?

Ans. The "Big Four" snakes of India refer to the four most venomous species responsible for the majority of snakebite fatalities: the Indian Cobra, Common Krait, Russell's Viper, and Saw-scaled Viper.

Ques. Where is the GSI Geoscience Museum located?

Ans. The GSI Geoscience Museum is located in Gwalior. It features two galleries designed to raise awareness about Earth, Atmospheric, Ocean Sciences, and Evolution of Life.

Ques. What are "Fit India Cycling Tuesdays?"

Ans. "Fit India Cycling Tuesdays" is an initiative promoting cycling as a fitness activity. Held every Tuesday, it encourages people to adopt cycling for health, environmental benefits, and sustainable transportation, fostering a healthier and more active lifestyle.

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