Static GK and Current Events Questions and Answers: 5th February 2021

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1. Which is the first-ever commercial space launch powered by Biofuel?

1. Chang’e 2
2. Space-Ex 
3. Mangalyaan
4. Stardust 1.0

Ans. d

Explanation: Stardust 1.0 is the first commercial launch by US State Maine and is completely based on biofuel. Read| Stardust 1.0 Rocket: All you need to know about the first biofuel-powered commercial space launch

2. What is bluShift?

1. An NGO
2. A state-run organization
3. A startup 
4. None of the above 

Ans. c

Explanation: BluShift is a startup which aims to become the Uber for space. 

3. Regarding Green Future choose the correct statement 

i) As per a report half-trillion dollars have been spent on renewable energy in 2020

ii) Renewable energy and batteries provide a cost-effective alternative to fossil fuels. 

1. Only i
2. Only ii
3. Both i and ii
4. None of the above  

Ans. c

Explanation: 2020 is referred to as the Green Futures arrival in spite of all the issues that came ahead in the year. 

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4. Choose the correct statement about Stardust Rocket 1.0

i) It can carry a maximum payload of 8kilograms 

ii) It is a relatively cheap rocket to fly and does not require any high tech infrastructure of larger rockets 

1. Only i
2. Only ii
3. Both i and ii
4. None of the above 

Ans. c

Explanation: The Stardust 1.0 rocket is a 20 feet long rocket with a mass of almost 250 kg. It is relatively cheaper to fly and does not require any high-tech infrastructure like that of larger rockets. 

5. What is true of polar orbits?

i) They offer lesser exposure to land than equatorial orbits

ii) They are more suitable for satellite launches

1. Only i
2. Only ii
3. Both i and ii
4. None of the above 

Ans. b

Explanation: Polar orbits cover more land than equatorial orbits which is why they are more suitable for launches. 

6. Who has developed the Pinaka Mk-1?

1. DRDO
2. HAL
3. Defence Ministry
4. All of the above 

Ans. a

Explanation: The Pinaka Mk1 missile has been developed and designed by Defence Research and Development Organization. 

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7. Which forest department of state conducted a water birds census for the first time?

1. West Bengal
2. Arunachal Pradesh
3. Himachal Pradesh
4. Tamil Nadu

Ans. a

Explanation: West Bengal's forest department recently conducted its first water birds census in 54 different locations around the state. 

8. Chauri Chaura centenary celebrations would take place on what date?

1. February 4, 2021
2. February 6, 2021
3. January 31, 2021
4. February 2, 2021

Ans. a

Explanation: The Chauri Chaura incident took place on February 4, 1922, at Chauri Chaura village in Gorakhpur district of UP. 

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9. What is lymphoma?

i) Sexually transmitted disease

ii) Cancer of the lymphatic system

1. Only i
2. Only ii 
3. Both i and ii
4. None of the above 

Ans. b

Explanation: The lymphatic system of the body is attacked in lymphoma. An extra amount of immune cells are produced and they collect in the lymph nodes of other organs as well. 

10. Which company would be manufacturing 83 Light Combat Aircrafts Tejas?

1. HAL
2. DRDO
3. ISRO
4. TASL

Ans. a

Explanation: 83 Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas fighters manufacturing contract has been given to the Hindustan Aeronautics Limited on February 3, 2021.  

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