The 2017 World Mosquito Day (WMD) is observed on which day?
- August 21
- August 22
- August 23
- August 20
Explanation:
The World Mosquito Day (WMD) is observed every year on August 20 is to raise awareness about the threat of malaria and other diseases transmitted by one of the world’s deadliest killers – the mosquito. The day also marks the historic discovery by British doctor Sir Ronald Ross in 1897 that female Anopheles mosquitoes transmit malaria between humans and that laid foundations for scientists across the world to better understand the deadly role of mosquitoes in disease transmission and come up with effective innovative interventions.
During the period of Harshavardhana the fields were watered by the pots which were called Ghati yantra. The writing of which among the following authors records this?
- Hiuen-tsang
- Subhandhu
- Dandin
- Banabhatta
- Benaras session, 1905
- Calcutta session, 1906
- Surat session, 1907
- None of the above
- 261 BC
- 235 BC
- 285 BC
- 275 BC
Explanation:
The Mauryan emperor, Ashoka invaded Kalinga in 261 BC and after a fierce battle Kalinga was conquered. The 13th rock edict of Ashoka elaborates the Kalinga war.
- Mahela Jayawardene
- Sanath Jayasuriya
- Kumar Sangakkara
- Muttiah Muralidaran
Explanation:
Muttiah Muralidaran, the most successful bowler in Tests and One Day Internationals, has been inducted into the ICC Cricket Hall of Fame in London on Thursday. He was honoured during the innings break of the India versus Sri Lanka ICC Champions Trophy match at The Oval in London on June 8, 2017. With this, he became the first player from Sri Lanka and the 83rd overall to be inducted into the Hall of Fame when ICC CEO Dave Richardson presented him with a commemorative framed cap.
- Jahan Ara
- Roshan Ara
- Gauhar Ara
- Zebunnisa
- Samaharta
- Paura
- Sannidhata
- Karmantika
Explanation:
As per the Arthashastra of Chankya, there were two important officers in the Central Administration. These are Sannidhata (the Chief treasury officer) and Samaharta (the Chief Collector General of Revenue).
- Shahjehan
- Aurangzeb
- Akbar
- Jahangir
- June 5
- June 4
- June 6
- June 3
Explanation:
The United Nations’ (UN) International Day of Innocent Children Victims of Aggression is observed every year on June 4 to acknowledge the pain suffered by children throughout the world who are the victims of physical, mental and emotional abuse. It is a time for people all over the world to become aware of the impact of monstrosity of abuse, in all its forms, against children. It is also a time when organisations and individuals learn from or take part in awareness campaigns centred on protecting children’s rights. This day affirms the UN’s commitment to protect the rights of children.
- Intensified Diarrhea Control Fortnight
- Intensive Diarrhea Control Fortnight
- Intensify Diarrhea Control Fortnight
- Intense Diarrhea Control Fortnight
Explanation:
The Union Health Ministry has launched an Intensified Diarrhea Control Fortnight (IDCF) across the country to reduce child deaths due to diarrhoea. Through this initiative, the Ministry will mobilize health personnel, State Governments and other sta
keholders in controlling the disease, which is one of the most common childhood illnesses. During the IDCF, the awareness campaign on hygiene and promotion of ORS and Zinc therapy will be conducted at state, district and village levels. Nearly 12 crore under five children will be covered during the programme. As per an estimate, 1.1 million children die every year in India out of which about one lakh death occur due to this disease. Diarrhoea can be prevented with safe drinking water, sanitation, breastfeeding and appropriate nutrition.