Which of the following is an anti-knocking compound that has been phased out in many countries so far?
- Lead tetrachloride
- Tetra Ethyl Lead
- Ethyl acetate
- None of the above
Explanation:
Tetra Ethyl Lead (TEL) is one such component that is added to petrol to reduce its tendency to `ping’ under compression. TEL breaks down to lead at upper cylinder temperatures. Lead atoms spread around and combining with the free radicals and slowing down the reaction.
However, `Leaded’ petrol was a grave danger to the environment, as lead is a poison when it is absorbed into the body.
- Japan
- China
- France
- Brazil
Explanation:
The world’s longest elevated bike path “the winding viaduct”has been opened in the city of Xiamen, China which can handle about 2,023 cyclists with a speed limit of 15 miles per hour. The five-mile long and 16-feet wide bicycle-only pathway can carry 2,023 cyclists per hour, while 300 hire bikes are available for people who do not have bicycles. The architecture firm responsible is Copenhagen-based firm Dissing + Weitling, known for the creation of the Danish Bicycle Snake cycle route.
- circular area
- square area
- zigzag formation
- triangular area
- 39th
- 22nd
- 43rd
- 11th
Explanation:
India has been ranked 43rd out of 45 global economies in the 5th edition of Intellectual Property Index (IPI)-2017, as per the latest report titled “The Roots of Innovation” by the US Chamber of Commerce (USCC)’s Global Intellectual Property Center (GIPC). This is the 5th year in a row that India has been ranked at the bottom of the pack in the index. The list is topped by United States, followed by United Kingdom, Germany, Japan and Sweden respectively. The GIPC highlighted the need for the government to build upon the positive rhetoric of its IPR policy with the substantial legislative reforms that innovators need.
- Jawaharlal Nehru
- C Rajagopalachari
- Rajendra Prasad
- Pattabi Sitaramayya
The Economic Advisory Council has been established in India as per ____?
- Constitution of India
- An act of parliament
- An ordinance promulgated by President
- None of the above
Explanation:
Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister (PMEAC) is a non-constitutional, non-permanent and independent body constituted to give economic advice to the Government of India, specifically the Prime Minister.
- June 3
- June 1
- June 4
- June 5
Explanation:
The World Milk Day (WMD) is observed every year on June 1 by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) to recognise the importance of milk as a global food. The day is intended to provide an opportunity to bring attention to activities that are connected with the dairy sector. In India, the National Milk Day (NMD) is observed every year on November 26 to mark the birth anniversary of of Dr. Verghese Kurien, the father of India’s White Revolution.
- Gandhiji and Lord Irwin
- Gandhiji and Jinnah
- Gandhiji and S.C. Bose
- Gandhiji and Ambedkar
- Dadabhai Naoroji
- Mahadev Govind
- Madan Mohan Malaviya
- Mahatma Gandhi
What is the theme of 2017 World Spine Day (WSD)?
- Keep People Moving
- Your Back at Work
- Your Back in Action
- Straighten Up and Move
Explanation:
The World Spine Day (WSD) is observed every year on October 16 to raise awareness about spinal disorders as part of the Bone and Joint Decade’s Action Week. The 2017 theme “Your Back In Action” is highlighting the importance of physical activity and improving posture as part of good spinal health and prevention of injury.