Saturday, November 30, 2024

World AIDS Day- 01 December - Day's Special Reading

  

AIDS is a potentially life-threatening illness caused by HIV. The condition significantly affects the body’s ability to fend off infections. If left unchecked, the disease can wreak havoc on the human body, often leaving the infected open to a host of illnesses ranging from tuberculosis and opportunistic infections to tumours.

AIDS-  Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome

HIVHuman Immunodeficiency Viruses

World AIDS Day 2024

Theme Each year, the day is commemorated with a central theme. 

Theme 2024 : “Take the rights path: My health, my right!”


1. Which of the following is a symptom of AIDS?

  1. Fever
  2. Swollen lymph nodes
  3. Tiredness
  4. All of the above

2. The first ever instance of AIDS was reported in

  1. USA
  2. France
  3. Russia
  4. None of the above

3. HIV parasitizes ____

  1. Y-helper cells
  2. T-helper cells
  3. K-helper cells
  4. None of the above

4. HIV can also spread through

  1. Sharing water
  2. Breathing in infected droplets
  3. Sharing needles
  4. Kissing

5. How many stages of HIV infection exist?

  1. 3
  2. 2
  3. 1
  4. No stages

6. HIV is thought to have originated from

  1. Birds
  2. Mosquitos
  3. Chimpanzees
  4. None of the above

7. SIV is the abbreviation of:

  1. Simian immunodeficiency virus
  2. Siluridae immunodeficiency virus
  3. Synodontidae immunodeficiency virus
  4. None of the above

8. In individuals with HIV, opportunistic infections are:

  1. More frequent
  2. Less frequent
  3. Non-existent
  4. None of the above

9. HIV is a _____

  1. Lentivirus
  2. Capripoxvirus
  3. Gallivirus
  4. Papillomavirus

10. Simian immunodeficiency virus is known to affect

  1. non-human primates
  2. Birds
  3. Rabbits
  4. None of the above

WORLD AIDS DAY PERVIOUS YEARS THEMES

  1. 2023: Let Communities Lead 
  2. 2022: Equalize 
  3. 2021: End Inequalities. End AIDS 
  4. 2020: Global solidarity, resilient services
  5. 2019: Communities make the difference 
  6. 2018: Know your status 
  7. 2017: Everybody counts 
  8. 2016: End AIDS by 2030 
  9. 2015: Getting to zero 
  10. 2014: Closing the gap in HIV prevention and treatment 
  11. 2013: Getting to zero: Zero new HIV infections. Zero discrimination. Zero AIDS-related deaths

 

Monday, November 25, 2024

Quiz on Indian Constitution Day 2024


On November 26, Indian observes Constitution Day, also known as ‘Samvidhan Divas,’ a special occasion dedicated to raising awareness about the Indian Constitution and honoring the legacy of B.R. Ambedkar, the principal architect of the constitution. This day marks the historic adoption of the Indian Constitution by the Constituent Assembly in 1949, with its official implementation taking place on January 26, 1950. Constitution Day plays a vital role in fostering an understanding of constitutional principles among citizens and highlighting the significance of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar in shaping this foundational document.


Here are some questions in the form of mcq’s related to Indian Constitution Day 2024 which will enhance your knowledge related to the day:

Q1. When was the Indian Constitution adopted by the Constituent Assembly?

(a) August 15, 1947

(b) November 26, 1949

(c) January 26, 1950

(d) March 23, 1956

Ans. (b) November 26, 1949

Sol. On November 26, 1949, the assembly adopted the present-day Constitution, which later came into effect on January 26, 1950.

 Q2. Who is known as the father of the Indian Constitution?

(a) Mahatma Gandhi

(b) Jawaharlal Nehru

(c) Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel

(d) B.R. Ambedkar

And. (d) Dr. B.R. Ambedkar

Sol. Dr. B.R. Ambedkar is known as the father of Indian Constitution.

 Q3. On which day does India celebrate Constitution Day?

(a) January 26

(b) November 26

(c) August 15

(d) December 25

Ans. (b) November 26

Sol. November 26, 2023, marks the celebration of Indian Constitution Day, also known as ‘Samvidhan Divas,’ this day is celebrated to create awareness about the Indian Constitution and legacy of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, the father of Indian Constitution.

 Q4. Before being recognized as Constitution Day, what was November 26 known as in India?

(a) Republic Day

(b) Independence Day

(c) Law Day

(d) Founder’s Day

Ans. (c) Law Day

Sol. Until 2015, this day was recognized as Law Day in India.

 Q5. Who led the drafting committee of the Indian Constitution?

(a) Jawaharlal Nehru

(b) Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel

(c) B.R. Ambedkar

(d) Mahatma Gandhi

Ans. (c) Dr. B.R. Ambedkar

Sol. The drafting committee, led by B.R. Ambedkar, meticulously crafted the constitution, ensuring it reflected the diverse ethos of the nation.

 Q6. When did the Indian Constitution come into effect?

(a) August 15, 1947

(b) November 26, 1949

(c) January 26, 1950

(d) March 23, 1956

Ans. (c) January 26, 1950

Sol. The adoption of the constitution of India by the Constituent Assembly in 1949, which came into effect on January 26, 1950.

 Q7. How many elected members were there in the Constituent Assembly that adopted the Indian Constitution?

(a) 199

(b) 299

(c) 299

(d) 499

And. (b) 299

Sol. The Constituent Assembly, comprised of 299 elected members, played a pivotal role in shaping the destiny of the nation.

 Q8. Who was the chief architect of the Indian Constitution?

(a) Jawaharlal Nehru

(b) Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel

(c) B.R. Ambedkar

(d) Mahatma Gandhi

Ans. (c) Dr. B.R. Ambedkar

Sol. Dr. B.R. Ambedkar was the chief architect of the Indian Constitution.

 Q9. In which year did the Union government declare November 26 as Constitution Day?

(a) 2000

(b) 2010

(c) 2015

(d) 2020

Ans. (c) 2015

Sol. In 2015, on the occasion of the 125th birth anniversary of B.R. Ambedkar, the Union government declared November 26 as Constitution Day.

 Q10. Which committee fine-tuned the initial draft of the Indian Constitution?

(a) Nehru Committee

(b) Patel Committee

(c) Ambedkar Committee

(d) Drafting Committee

Ans. (d) Drafting Committee

Sol. The initial draft of the Indian Constitution was prepared by Drafting committee.

 Q11. What is the significance of Constitution Day in India?

(a) Celebrating Independence

(b) Acknowledging and upholding constitutional values

(c) Remembering Founders

(d) Honoring Military

Ans. (b) Acknowledging and upholding constitutional values

Sol.  The primary significance of Constitution Day lies in acknowledging and celebrating the foundational documental that guides the world’s largest democracy.

 Q12. Who among the following was not a member of the drafting committee of the Indian Constitution?

(a) Alladi Krishnaswami Ayyar

(b) N Gopalswami

(c) Jawaharlal Nehru

(d) M. Munshi

Ans. (c) Jawaharlal Nehru

Sol. The drafting committee, consisting of eminent personalities like Alladi Krishnaswami Ayyra, N Gopalswami, K.M. Munshi, Mohammad Saadulla, B.L. Mitter and D.P. Khaitan, collaborated to fine-tune the initial draft prepared by Benegal Narsing Rau.

 Q13. What does the Indian Constitution Day commemorate?

(a) Independence Day

(b) Adoption of the constitution

(c) Republic Day

(d) Gandhi Jayanti

Ans. (b) Adoption of the constitution

Sol. The Indian Constitution Day commemorates the adoption of the constitution.

 Q14. Before the Constitution came into effect, what was Indian governed by?

(a) Colonial rule

(b) Monarchy

(c) Military rule

(d) Communist regime

Ans. (a) Colonial rule

Sol. Before the Constitution came into effect, Indian was governed by the Colonial rule.

 Q15. On which date does the Indian Constitution come into effect?

(a) August 15, 1947

(b) November 26, 1949

(c) January 26, 1950

(d) March 23, 1956

Ans. (c) January 26, 1950

Sol. The Indian Constitution come into effect on January 26, 1950

Constitution Day/ संविधान दिवस _ 26 November



कंस्टीटूशन डे, जिसे 'संविधान दिवस' के नाम से भी जाना जाता है, हमारे देश में हर साल 26 नवंबर को भारत के संविधान को अपनाने के उपलक्ष्य में मनाया जाता है। भारत की संविधान सभा ने 26 नवंबर 1949 को भारत का संविधान अपनाया, जो 26 जनवरी 1950 से लागू हुआ।

सामाजिक न्याय और अधिकारिता मंत्रालय ने 19 नवंबर 2015 को नागरिकों के बीच संविधान मूल्यों को बढ़ावा देने के लिए हर साल 26 नवंबर के दिन को 'संविधान दिवस' के रूप में मनाने के भारत सरकार के निर्णय को अधिसूचित किया था।

Constitution Day also known as 'Samvidhan Divas', is celebrated in our country on 26th November every year to commemorate the adoption of the Constitution of India. On 26th November 1949, the Constituent Assembly of India adopted the Constitution of India, which came into effect from 26th January 1950.


The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment on 19th November 2015 notified the decision of Government of India to celebrate the 26th day of November every year as 'Constitution Day' to promote Constitution values among citizens.





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