GK Current Affairs - Questions & Answers  - 12 January 2025

Hooded Pitohui - Most Poisonous Bird

Welcome to the GK Current Affairs Questions & Answers for 12 January 2025. This edition covers a wide range of topics including the Z-Morh Tunnel, narcotics and deaddiction efforts, emerging trends like FinFluencers, sunrise sectors, and grey markets, along with updates on cutting-edge technologies such as graphene, HIMKAVACH, and clean energy.

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GK Current Affairs - Questions & Answers

Ques. Which is the most poisonous bird?

Ans. The most poisonous bird is the Hooded Pitohui, native to New Guinea. Its feathers and skin contain batrachotoxin, a potent neurotoxin. This toxin also found in some frogs, can cause paralysis and even death.

Ques. What does the Z-Morh Tunnel connect?
Ans. The Z-Morh Tunnel is a 6.5 km-long, all-weather tunnel in Jammu and Kashmir that connects Gagangir and Sonamarg. It ensures year-round connectivity to Sonamarg, vital for tourism, trade, and strategic purposes.

Ques. What percentage of Indians are narcotics? What are its harmful effects?

Ans. 7% of Indians are narcotics. Narcotics damage mental health, causing anxiety, depression, and cognitive decline. They harm organs and weaken immunity. They isolate users and ruin relationships. They impair libido, fertility, and sexual performance.

Ques. Who is a FinFluencer?

Ans. A finfluencer is a financial influencer who shares investment tips, market insights, and personal finance advice online. They educate audiences on managing money, often impacting financial decisions, but require scrutiny for reliability and bias.

Ques. What are the sunrise sectors?

Ans. Sunrise sectors are emerging industries with high growth potential, such as renewable energy, electric vehicles, biotechnology, fintech, and AI. They drive innovation, attract investments, create jobs, and shape future economies with sustainable and transformative technologies.

Ques Which Indian state has the highest per capita income?

Ans. As of the financial year 2024, Sikkim has the highest per capita income among Indian states, estimated at around ₹588,000.  This surpasses the national average of approximately ₹184,000. Other states with high per capita incomes include Goa and Delhi.  

Ques. What is hyperlocal marketing?

Ans. Hyperlocal marketing targets specific neighbourhoods or communities, focusing on local customers' needs. It uses personalized strategies like geotargeted ads, local SEO, and community engagement to promote nearby businesses and drive foot traffic effectively.

Ques. What is meant by a grey market?

Ans. The grey market involves the trade of goods through unofficial, unauthorized channels. While not illegal, it bypasses official distributors, often offering lower prices. Common in electronics and luxury items, it raises warranty and authenticity concerns.

Ques. What are Janus graphene nanoribbons?

Ans. Janus graphene nanoribbons are a type of advanced nanomaterial with unique properties. They combine two different chemical or physical characteristics on each side. Due to their enhanced performance, they hold potential in electronics, energy storage, and sensors.

Ques. What is the INROAD project?

Ans. The INROAD (Indian Natural Rubber Operations for Assisted Development) project aims to enhance the quality of natural rubber in NE India through skill development for rubber growers and the establishment of model infrastructure. The project is financed by Apollo, Ceat, JK, and MRF.  

Ques. What is PARTH Yojana?

Ans. The PARTH Yojana (Police Army Recruitment Training and Hunar) of Madhya Pradesh provides training for pursuing careers in security services - law and defence, paramilitary services, through encouraging patriotism, physical and mental preparedness, skill development, and improving employability.

Ques. What is the HIMKAVACH?

Ans. The HIMKAVACH multi-layer clothing system, developed by DRDO, ensures protection in extremely cold conditions. It maintains body heat while offering mobility, comfort, and functionality, making it ideal for operations in the Himalayan region, with temperatures ranging from +20°C to -60°C.

Ques. What is INS Vaghsheer?

Ans. INS Vaghsheer is, the final Scorpene-class submarine developed by Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL). It marks a milestone in India’s naval capabilities. Equipped with advanced stealth, precision weapons, and superior operational features, it strengthens India’s submarine-building reputation.

Ques. What is Nanoscale light control?

Ans. Nanoscale light control, advanced by integrating 2D semiconductor colloidal quantum wells (CQWs) with dielectric metasurface resonators (MSRs), is a breakthrough by IISc Bengaluru. It opens new possibilities for quantum communication, photonic devices, and quantum information processing.

Ques. What is the Bharat Cleantech Manufacturing Platform?

Ans. Bharat Cleantech Manufacturing Platform aims to strengthen cleantech value chains in solar, wind, hydrogen, and battery storage sectors. It supports the growth of clean energy, electric vehicles, waste management, and green infrastructure, driving environmental sustainability.

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