GKToday Testbook Current Affairs Adda  - 11 December 2024

Ghost Gun

The December 11, 2024 edition of GKToday Testbook Current Affairs Adda covers significant topics including Mohammed al-Bashir's legal developments, the rise of ghost guns, and the controversial concept of a human slaughterhouse. Key discussions also focus on U.S. birthright citizenship, Bell Pennings' legal battles, and advancements in quantum technology like Willow. Other topics include antimatter research, Hydroloop transportation, and Crohn’s disease. Stay informed on these current events shaping global discourse and technological progress.

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GKToday Testbook Current Affairs Adda  - Questions & Answers

Ques. Who is Mohammed al-Bashir?
Ans. Mohammed al-Bashir is a Syrian politician and engineer who currently serves as the 70th prime minister. He has led the Syrian Transitional Government since it was formed after the fall of the Assad regime.

Ques. What is a ghost gun?

Ans. A ghost gun is assembled from parts or 3D-printed without serial numbers, making it untraceable. Often purchased as kits, these guns bypass traditional regulations. Popular for their anonymity, they raise significant concerns about illegal usage and public safety, as they avoid background checks and tracking mechanisms.

Ques. What is a human slaughterhouse?

Ans. A human slaughterhouse refers to a facility where systematic, large-scale killings of humans occur, often linked to genocide, atrocities, or oppressive regimes. It symbolizes extreme violence, dehumanization, and the loss of morality, evoking profound horror and ethical concerns about humanity's capacity for cruelty and destruction.

Ques. What is Birthright U.S. Citizenship?

Ans. Birthright U.S. citizenship grants automatic citizenship to individuals born on U.S. soil, regardless of their parents' immigration status. Rooted in the 14th Amendment, it ensures equal rights and inclusion. This principle, while celebrated for its fairness, sparks debate over immigration, national security, and the interpretation of constitutional provisions.

Ques. Who is the first Hindu officer in the Pakistan Police Service?

Ans. Rajender Meghwar is the first Hindu officer in the Pakistan Police Service (PSP). He cracked the Civil Services Examination (CSE) and was appointed as an Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) in the Gulbarg area of Faisalabad.

Ques. Who is Bell Pennings?

Ans. Ben Pennings is a climate activist known for leading the "Galilee Blockade," which campaigns against coal mining projects in Australia, particularly Adani's Carmichael coal mine. Adani pursued legal action against him, accusing him of interfering with their operations. However, in December 2024, the Queensland Supreme Court dismissed significant parts of Adani's case.

Ques, What is the significance of Google's Willow quantum chip?

Ans. Google's Willow quantum chip represents a breakthrough in quantum computing, achieving computations in minutes that would take supercomputers billions of years. Designed with advanced superconducting qubits and error correction, Willow's potential applications include drug discovery, fusion energy, and battery design.

Ques. What is antimatter?

Ans. Antimatter consists of particles with properties opposite to regular matter. For example, positrons (antimatter electrons) have positive charges. When antimatter meets matter, it annihilates, releasing energy. It’s studied for energy generation and medical imaging.

Ques. What is meant by biological age?

Ans. Biological age measures the functional state of a body compared to chronological age, reflecting cellular health and lifestyle factors. It’s influenced by genetics, environment, diet, stress, and physical activity. Tools like epigenetic clocks estimate biological age, helping predict health risks and guide personalized interventions to promote longevity and wellness.

Ques. What are epigenetic clocks?

Ans. Epigenetic clocks are the tools that estimate biological age by analyzing DNA methylation patterns, and chemical modifications that regulate gene expression. These clocks provide insights into ageing and health risks, differing from chronological age. Applications include studying ageing processes, disease prediction, evaluating anti-ageing therapies, advancing personalized medicine and longevity research.

Ques. What are NICU babies?

Ans. NICU (Neonatal Intensive Care Unit) babies are newborns requiring specialized medical care due to premature birth, low birth weight, or critical health conditions. NICUs provide advanced monitoring, respiratory support, and nutritional care tailored to these infants’ needs. Staffed by expert neonatologists, they aim to stabilize and nurture fragile newborns toward recovery.

Ques. What is a hydroloop track?

Ans. The Hydroloop track is a futuristic transport system using levitating capsules in vacuum tubes for high-speed travel. This technology promises eco-friendly, fast transit alternatives to short-haul flights, aligned with sustainability goals like carbon neutrality by 2050. IIT Madras has completed a 410-meter Hyperloop test track recently.

Ques. What is the theme of Manama Dialogue 2024?

Ans. The Manama Dialogue 2024 is the security conference in Bahrain. It focused on regional prosperity and security, and the need for cohesive leadership in addressing ongoing conflicts in the Middle East.

Ques. What is Crohn's disease?

Ans. Crohn's disease is a chronic inflammatory bowel condition that affects the digestive tract, leading to symptoms like abdominal pain, diarrhoea, weight loss, and fatigue. It can cause severe inflammation and damage in various parts of the GI tract. The exact cause is unknown but involves genetic, immune, and environmental factors.

Ques. What is the AP Urjaveer Scheme?

Ans. The AP Urjaveer Scheme aims to enhance energy efficiency and sustainability by training private electricians as Urjaveers. Six types of energy-efficient appliances are 6W LED bulbs, 20W LED tube lights, 30W BLDC ceiling fans, 5-star air conditioners, induction cooking stoves, and 10W LED inverter lamps. It also promotes National the Efficient Cooking Programme (NECP). 

Ques. Who is the first Indian director to receive a Golden Globe nomination?

Ans. Payal Kapadia has become the first Indian director to receive a Golden Globe nomination for Best Director (Motion Picture) for the film "All We Imagine As Light," This film not only earned her this historic recognition but also secured a nomination for Best Motion Picture (Non-English Language) at the 82nd Golden Globe Awards. 

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