Daily Quiz- 159

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Ravneet Kaur

TNS

Updated At : 05:41 PM Jul 15, 2025 IST

1. The ‘Cosmic Owl’ structure observed by James Webb Space Telescope is primarily an example of which astronomical phenomenon?

A. Gravitational lensing

B. Galactic collision

C. Quasar radiation

D. Pulsar alignment

2. What is the primary reason for the bright appearance of the “eyes” in the Cosmic Owl?

A. Supernova explosions

B. Reflection from cosmic dust

C. Presence of accreting supermassive black holes

D. Gamma-ray bursts

3. Which of the following space-based telescopes or observatories contributed direct observational data for the ‘Cosmic Owl’ discovery?

A. Hubble Space Telescope and Gaia

B. James Webb Space Telescope and ALMA

C. Kepler and Spitzer

D. TESS and Chandra

4. What is the significance of the COSMOS field in astronomical studies?

A. It’s a site for gamma-ray burst detection

B. It’s the nearest exoplanetary system

C. It’s a deep-sky field used for studying galaxy formation and evolution

D. It’s part of the Orion Nebula complex

5. Which phenomenon is directly linked with enhanced star formation in the Cosmic Owl’s central region?

A. Tidal locking

B. Shockwaves and particle jets from a black hole

C. Cosmic microwave background radiation

D. Magnetar flare activity

Answer Quiz- 158 (July 14)

1. B

Explanation: The “melting pot” metaphor describes immigrant assimilation into a dominant culture, often at the cost of ethnic distinction.

2. A

Explanation: The UDHR enshrined equality and non-discrimination regardless of race, ethnicity or religion.

3. B

Explanation: Article 15 prohibits discrimination on the grounds of religion, race, caste, sex or place of birth.

4. C

Explanation: A pluralistic society promotes coexistence and mutual respect among diverse groups.

5. B

Explanation: Dalit movements reflect caste-based (akin to ethnic) marginalization, and are part of broader identity politics resisting systemic exclusion.

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Daily Quiz- 159

Ravneet Kaur

TNS

Answer Quiz- 158 (July 14)

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