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Leap Year
The most recent leap year, when February had 29 days, was:
A leap year occurs every 4 years and includes February 29. Among the options, 2020 was the most recent leap year with February 29 days.
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Currency
What is the currency of North Korea?
The official currency of North Korea is the North Korean won, abbreviated as 'Won'. The other options are currencies of different countries: Franc (used in some African countries and formerly in France), Leu (Romania), and Shilling (used in East African countries).
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World Population
Which is the sixth most populated country in the world?
According to the latest United Nations World Population Prospects 2024 and corroborated by U.S. Census Bureau data, the sixth most populated country in the world is Brazil. The top five are China, India, the United States, Indonesia, and Pakistan, followed by Brazil as the sixth. Pakistan ranks fifth, not sixth as the original question stated. Therefore, the correct answer is option B (Brazil).
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International Observances
World Leprosy Day is observed internationally every year on the _______ of January?
World Leprosy Day is observed internationally on the first Sunday of January each year to raise awareness about leprosy and its treatment.
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Infectious Diseases
“Plague” is a disease which spreads by _______?
Plague is primarily spread by fleas that live on rats, making rats the main carriers that facilitate the disease's transmission to humans. Therefore, the correct answer is 'Rat'.
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Agriculture
Largest producer of onions is _________?
India is the largest producer of onions globally, surpassing China, Russia, and the USA in onion production volume.
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Brain Science
The scientific study of the brain is known as _______?
The term 'encephalology' is not recognized as the scientific study of the brain in modern neuroscience or medical literature. The scientific study of the brain is generally referred to as 'neuroscience' or 'neurobiology.' 'Geology' is the study of the Earth, and 'philosophy' deals with fundamental questions about existence and knowledge. Therefore, none of the given options correctly name the scientific study of the brain, making 'None of these' the correct answer.
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Ophthalmology
Scientific study of eyes is known as ________?
The scientific study of the eyes and their diseases is called Ophthalmology. Option C is the closest correct term, though it is misspelled as 'Opthalmology'.
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Global Competitiveness Report
The “Global Competitiveness Report” is released by which of the following organizations?
The Global Competitiveness Report is published annually by the World Economic Forum (WEF), which assesses the competitiveness landscape of economies worldwide.
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International Organizations
Which of the following countries is NOT a member of the Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA)?
Pakistan is not a member of the Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA), whereas India, Sri Lanka, and Mozambique are member countries. IORA focuses on countries bordering the Indian Ocean, and Pakistan is not part of this association.