Daily Quiz-142
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Q1. India’s status as the “Diabetes Capital of the World” is primarily driven by which of the following combinations?
A. Genetic isolation and poor insulin availability
B. High rates of autoimmune diseases and infections
C. Rapid urbanisation, changing dietary habits, and low physical activity
D. Mass undernutrition leading to secondary diabetes
Q2. Which of the following is/are true about Gestational Diabetes Mellitus (GDM)?
1. It increases the risk of developing Type 2 Diabetes later in life.
2. It always requires insulin therapy.
3. It occurs due to hormonal changes during pregnancy.
4. It usually resolves after delivery.
A. 1, 2, and 3
B. 1, 3, and 4
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 1 and 4 only
Q3. Which of the following statements correctly differentiate the scope of suspension of Fundamental Rights under Articles 352 and 359?
A. Article 352 allows for suspension of all Fundamental Rights including Article 20 and 21, while Article 359 allows only temporary suspension of Article 19.
B. Article 352 enables automatic suspension of Article 19 during National Emergency due to war or external aggression, whereas Article 359 requires a Presidential order.
C. Article 359 allows Parliament to suspend rights, while Article 352 allows only the President.
D. Article 352 applies to Financial Emergency, while Article 359 applies to President’s Rule.
Q4. Consider the following statements regarding the 44th Constitutional Amendment Act (1978):
1. It made the National Emergency justiciable in courts.
2. It reintroduced the term “internal disturbance” in place of “armed rebellion.”
3. It mandated that Emergency can be declared only on written advice of the Council of Ministers.
Which of the above statements are correct?
A. 1 and 3 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 2 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Q5. Which of the following conditions is/are necessary for the extension of President’s Rule beyond one year?
1. National Emergency is in operation in the whole or part of India.
2. The Election Commission certifies that elections cannot be held.
3. The Rajya Sabha passes a resolution by a two-thirds majority.
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 1, 2 and 3
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 1 only
Answers Quiz- 141 (June 27)
1. B. Diabetes Mellitus affects blood sugar regulation, while Diabetes Insipidus is primarily a disorder of water balance due to vasopressin.
Explanation:
• Diabetes Mellitus = Insulin-related blood glucose regulation problem.
• Diabetes Insipidus = Defect in vasopressin (ADH) → excess water loss in urine.
• A is incorrect: Insulin is used only for Type 1 DM and sometimes Type 2, not for DI.
• C is incorrect: Both have multifactorial causes.
• D is incorrect: DI does not involve elevated blood glucose.
2. C. Postprandial glucose ≥ 140 mg/dL – Diagnostic of diabetes
Explanation:
• Correct postprandial threshold is ≥ 200 mg/dL for diabetes diagnosis.
• ≥ 140 mg/dL may indicate impaired glucose tolerance, not diabetes.
• All other options are standard thresholds.
3. C. Type 1 Diabetes
Explanation:
• Type 1 is caused by autoimmune destruction of insulin-producing beta cells.
• MODY is monogenic, not autoimmune.
• Type 2 is due to insulin resistance, not autoimmune causes.
• Gestational diabetes is hormonal and pregnancy-induced.
4. Answer: B. 2 and 3 only
Explanation:
• Ayushman Bharat HWCs offer screening for NCDs including diabetes.
• NPCDCS is specifically designed for cancer, diabetes, CVD, stroke.
• Eat Right is an awareness and lifestyle movement, not a clinical programme.
• PM-JAY is about hospitalisation insurance, not screening or outpatient care.
5. A. 1, 2 and 4 only
Explanation:
• Risk factors include: genetic predisposition, obesity, sedentary life, unhealthy diet, stress, smoking.
• Coarse cereals and whole grains are protective, not risk-enhancing.
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