[Mission 2024] Current Affairs Quiz , 14 December 2023

Solution: b)

Statement 3 is incorrect.

Hemochromatosis is a rare genetic disorder characterized by iron overload, which can lead to severe dysfunction in various organs.

There are two main types of hemochromatosis: hereditary hemochromatosis and secondary hemochromatosis.

• Hereditary Hemochromatosis: This genetic disorder results from a mutation in the HFE gene, causing individuals to absorb excessive iron from their diet.
  • Unlike the body’s natural ability to regulate iron intake, people with hereditary hemochromatosis accumulate iron gradually in their system, which can lead to health problems over time.
  • The excess iron can affect vital organs such as the liver, heart, and pancreas, potentially causing cirrhosis, heart failure, diabetes, and arthritis.
• Secondary Hemochromatosis: This type is typically caused by external factors like frequent blood transfusions, excessive iron supplementation, or certain medical conditions. Iron accumulation in secondary hemochromatosis can be more rapid and lead to organ dysfunction.

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Solution: a)

Only Statement 3 is correct.

Solution: b)

Statement 3 is incorrect.

Solution: d)

India had initiated “Operation Ajay” to evacuate its citizens from conflict-stricken Israel.

This marks the second evacuation operation of the year, following Operation Kaveri, which brought back Indian citizens from Sudan earlier.

Various other past operations are: –

Solution: d)

In August 2023, the Union Ministry of New & Renewable Energy, Government of India, provided a definition for green hydrogen, specifying it as having a well-to-gate emission (encompassing water treatment, electrolysis, gas purification, drying and compression of hydrogen) not exceeding 2 kg CO2 equivalent per kg H2. In contrast, grey hydrogen, on average, emits 10 kg of CO2 per kg of H2 produced.

Nodal Agency: The Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) (under the Union Ministry of Power) is the nodal authority responsible for accrediting agencies for monitoring, verifying and certifying green hydrogen production projects.