GK Current Affairs - Questions & Answers  - 8 January 2025

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GK Current Affairs - Questions & Answers

Ques. What is Bharatpol?
Ans. The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) launched a portal, Bharatpol, designed to help catch criminals who flee abroad and improve cooperation between Indian authorities and international law enforcement.

Ques. What is ALH Dhruv?

Ans. ALH Dhruv is India’s indigenously developed Advanced Light Helicopter (ALH), operated by all the wings of its military and positioned as a low-cost alternative to Western multi-utility helicopters.

Ques. How much of India's wealth is owned by 2000 families, and what is their tax contribution?

Ans. 2000 families own 18% of India's wealth but contribute only 1.8% in taxes, highlighting significant wealth distribution and tax contribution inequality.

Ques. Why are earthquakes common in Tibet?

Ans. Earthquakes are common in Tibet due to their location on the collision boundary of the Indian and Eurasian tectonic plates, which causes intense geological activity and crustal deformation in the Himalayan region.

Ques. What are collateral-free educational loans?  

Ans. Collateral-free educational loans are unsecured loans provided to students to finance their education. These loans don't require asset pledges, relying instead on academic merit, parental income, or government guarantees for approval.

Ques. What are sexually explicit deepfakes?  

Ans. Sexually explicit deepfakes are manipulated videos or images created using AI, falsely depicting individuals in sexual scenarios. They raise ethical, legal, and privacy concerns, often used maliciously for harassment or exploitation.

Ques. What is debt cost?  

Ans. Debt cost refers to the expense incurred by borrowing funds, including interest payments and fees. It represents the effective rate a borrower pays on loans, impacting financial decisions and overall profitability.

Ques. What are breakout stocks?  

Ans. Breakout stocks are shares that surpass established resistance or support levels on a price chart, signalling potential upward or downward momentum. Traders often view breakouts as opportunities for significant price movements.

Ques. What is micro-retirement?  

Ans. Micro-retirement involves taking short breaks from work to pursue personal goals, travel, or relax, instead of traditional retirement. It emphasizes work-life balance and periodic rejuvenation throughout one’s career.

Ques. Who are federal workers?  

Ans. Federal workers are employees of the government in federal systems, such as the US, Canada, or Germany, at the national level, responsible for implementing policies, providing services, and ensuring the smooth operation of federal programs. 

Ques. What is a boot camp?  

Ans. A boot camp is an intensive, short-term training program designed to teach specific skills, such as coding, fitness, or leadership. It focuses on practical, hands-on learning, often in a fast-paced and immersive environment.

Ques. What is the meaning of blockchain?  

Ans. Blockchain is a decentralized digital ledger technology that records transactions across multiple computers. It ensures transparency, security, and immutability by using cryptography, allowing peer-to-peer transactions without the need for intermediaries.

Ques. What is foundational technology infrastructure?  

Ans. Foundational technology infrastructure refers to the core systems, hardware, software, and networks that support and enable the operation of applications, services, and processes within an organization, ensuring scalability, security, and reliability.

Ques. What is platform engineering?  

Ans. Platform engineering involves designing, building, and maintaining the foundational technology infrastructure that supports software applications. It focuses on creating scalable, reliable, and efficient platforms to enhance development processes and optimize system performance.

Ques. Who is Perry the Donkey?  

Ans. Perry the Donkey is a fictional character, often depicted as a humorous or endearing figure in children's stories or cartoons. His adventures typically highlight themes of friendship, perseverance, and learning through challenges.

Ques. Who is the Sarpanch Sahab of Indian Hockey?

Ans. Harmanpreet Singh is considered the Sarpanch Sahab of Indian Hockey. He is known for his leadership and exceptional drag-flicking skills. With 212 goals in 241 matches, he led India to Olympic and Asian Games glory.

Ques. What are the top three football teams?  

Ans. The top three football teams, based on performance and popularity, are typically FC Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich. These teams have consistently dominated domestic and international competitions, earning global recognition.

Ques. What is the world’s most expensive earth observation mission?

Ans. The NISAR satellite, a NASA-ISRO joint mission, is the world's most expensive Earth observation project. It monitors land shifts, glaciers, ice sheets, natural disasters, and climate change to understand Earth's dynamic systems.

Ques. What is the BepiColombo mission?  

Ans. The BepiColombo mission is a joint project by ESA and JAXA to explore Mercury. Launched in 2018, it aims to study the planet's surface, magnetic field, and atmosphere to better understand its origins and evolution.

Ques. What is the first approved Ayurvedic diagnostic device?

Ans. The first approved Ayurvedic diagnostic device is Nadi Tarangini which analyzes 22 Ayurvedic parameters, including Tridosha balance and digestive health. It provides a 10-page report in 10 Indian languages, with 85% accuracy, offering insights based on pulse data for overall well-being.

Ques. What is athleisure?  

Ans. Athleisure is a fashion trend blending athletic wear with casual clothing, designed for both performance and style. It includes items like leggings, sports bras, and sneakers, offering comfort and versatility for everyday wear.

Ques. What is a First Generation Beta Baby?  

Ans. The first-generation beta baby refers to a child born, between 2025 and 2039, from advanced reproductive technologies like gene editing (e.g., CRISPR), IVF (In Vitro Fertilization), genetic screening, artificial intelligence, robotics, and digital integration to prevent inherited diseases or enhance specific traits. 

Ques. Who is India's first-generation beta baby?

Ans.  Frankie Remruatdika Zadeng is India's first Generation Beta baby.
 is India's first-generation beta baby.  The baby was born to Ramzirmawii and ZD Remruatsanga, who hails from Khatla East, Aizawl, Mizoram. 

Ques. Where is India's first organic fisheries cluster located?

Ans. India’s first-ever organic fisheries cluster is located in Soreng District, Sikkim. It aims to promote ecologically sustainable and chemical-free (antibiotic-free and pesticide-free) fish farming practices.

Ques. What are beta-blocker medications?  

Ans. Beta-blockers are medications that reduce heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on the heart. They are commonly prescribed for conditions like hypertension, heart failure, anxiety, and arrhythmias by blocking adrenaline's effects on beta receptors.

Ques. What is the polar vortex?  

Ans. The polar vortex is a large, rotating mass of cold air that circulates around the Arctic region. It can occasionally shift southward, bringing extreme cold weather to parts of North America, Europe, and Asia.

Ques. What is rat-hole mining?  

Ans. Rat-hole mining is an illegal and dangerous form of mining, often practiced in India. It involves digging narrow, vertical tunnels to extract coal, posing serious risks to miners' safety and the environment.

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