KPSC sUTRAS

The teacher asked the students to be _______ during the lecture. a) silence
b) silently
c) silent
d) silenced

Read the following passage and answer the questions that follow:

Passage:
The rapid growth of technology has transformed the way we communicate, learn, and interact with the world around us. With the advent of smartphones and the internet, information is more accessible than ever. However, this technological revolution has also brought challenges, such as decreased attention spans and increased screen time. It is essential for individuals to find a balance between embracing technology and maintaining face-to-face interactions to ensure a holistic development.

Questions:
1.What has transformed the way we communicate according to the passage?
2.Name two challenges mentioned in the passage related to technological growth.
3. What does the passage suggest is important for individuals regarding technology?

Consider the following statements about the Space MAITRI mission's significance:
1.It represents a major step forward in the strategic partnership between India and Australia in the space domain.
2.The mission does not address the issue of growing space debris.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2

Consider the following statements regarding the INDRA app:
1.INDRA stands for Indian Naval Dynamic Resource for Weather Analysis.
2.The INDRA app is developed by the Indian Meteorological Department.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2

• Wikipedia has taken down the article "Asian News International vs. Wikimedia Foundation" following an order from the Delhi High Court, marking the first time an English Wikipedia article has been removed in the platform's history. The court ruled that the article's criticism of the lawsuit "amounts to interference in Court proceedings" and violates the "sub judice principle" . This decision comes after ANI, an Indian news agency, sued Wikimedia Foundation for defamation over a description stating that ANI spreads pro-government propaganda and disinformation. Justice Manmohan noted that being called a "puppet of an intelligence agency" or "stooge of the government" can severely damage a news agency's credibility . Wikimedia Foundation has complied with fewer than half-a-dozen takedown or alteration requests since 2012, primarily from Germany, France, and Ukraine. Although the removed article is no longer accessible, the Wikipedia page on ANI remains available, and information about the court case can still be found within that article. ANI is seeking ₹2 crore in damages and edits to the page.
• Laura Wolvaardt was named skipper of the Team of the Tournament in the T20 World Cup.
• India's Prime Minister recently addressed a ceremony celebrating International Abhidhamma Divas and recognizing Pali as a classical language in New Delhi. Abhidhamma Divas commemorates Lord Buddha's descent from Tāvatiṃsa-devaloka to Sankassiya, now Sankisa Basantapur in Uttar Pradesh, marked by the historic Asokan Elephant Pillar . This event honors Lord Buddha's three-month teaching of Abhidhamma to deities in Tāvatiṃsa, including his mother, as described in Theravāda Buddhist texts. The celebration coincides with the end of the first Rainy Retreat and Pavāraņā festival, where monks and nuns conclude their retreat with a ceremony. Hosted by the Ministry of Culture and International Buddhist Confederation, International Abhidhamma Divas promotes the analytical approach of Abhidhamma, exploring reality and understanding existence through concepts like "citta" (consciousness), "cetasika" (mental factors), "rūpa" (materiality), and "nibbāna" (final liberation). The Prime Minister emphasized the significance of Pali language, noting that Abhidhamma is contained within Dhamma, and understanding Dhamma requires knowledge of Pali
• A new species of orchid named Coelogyne tripurensis was recently discovered in Jampui Hills, in Tripura's North District.
• On 21st October 2024, the Indian Air Force (IAF) and Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF) commenced the 12th edition of the Joint Military Training (JMT) exercise at Air Force Station Kalaikunda, West Bengal. The RSAF is participating with its largest contingent till date, comprising of aircrew and support personnel from F-16, F-15 squadrons alongwith G-550 Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEW&C) and C-130 aircraft. The IAF will be participating with Rafale, Mirage 2000 ITI, Su-30 MKI, Tejas, MiG-29 and Jaguar aircraft.
• Researchers at the Institute of Advanced Study in Science and Technology in Guwahati have made a groundbreaking discovery about Stevia rebaudiana, commonly known as Candy Leaf, revealing its potential to combat endocrine, metabolic, immune, and cardiovascular diseases. This natural sweetener, exported worldwide from Assam, has been found to have therapeutic properties due to its impact on cellular signaling systems. The research team, led by Dr. Asis Bala, Prof. Ashis K. Mukherjee, and Ms. Piyali Devroy, employed a multimodal strategy integrating network pharmacology with in vitro and in vivo techniques to demonstrate Stevia's ability to inhibit a crucial cellular signaling route connected to inflammatory and autoimmune illnesses

TODAYS NEWS
• The rapid expansion of sugarcane and maize cultivation in north Karnataka has unexpectedly created a conduit and shelter for leopards, leading to increased human-leopard conflicts. As their natural habitats shrink due to human activities like mining, stone quarrying, and dwindling prey bases, leopards are adapting by migrating to newer areas. Data from 2019-2024 shows 82 human-leopard conflict incidents in Kalaburagi, Belagavi, Bidar, and Bagalkot districts, with 57 livestock killed in Koppal district alone since April 2022. Forest officials have paid Rs 6 lakh in compensation over two years. Sugarcane fields in the Krishna river basin have become a haven for leopards, providing easy prey, water, and breeding grounds. The area under sugarcane cultivation has increased from 7.65 lakh hectares in 2019-20 to 10 lakh hectares in 2023-24, while maize cultivation has risen from 15 lakh hectares to 20.13 lakh hectares. Experts note that these fields' dense vegetation makes them ideal hiding spots for leopards, which prey on cattle, sheep, stray dogs, and wild boars, highlighting the complex interplay between human activities, habitat loss, and wildlife adaptation.
• Karnataka's Health Minister, Dinesh Gundu Rao, announced the launch of the Gruha Arogya scheme on October 24 at an event organized by the Kidney Warriors Foundation in Bengaluru. This initiative aims to screen the entire state population for various health conditions, including diabetes and hypertension, and ensure the regular delivery of medicines to patients across Karnataka. By doing so, the Gruha Arogya scheme seeks to improve the overall health and wellbeing of Karnataka's residents, addressing two major health concerns that often require ongoing medical attention. The program's focus on preventive care and timely medication delivery is expected to have a significant impact on public health in the state.
• Union Minister Pralhad Joshi has announced that the Department of Posts will release a commemorative postage stamp honoring Kittur Rani Chennamma on October 23. This historic move marks the 200th anniversary of Rani Chennamma's courageous victory against the British East India Company in 1824, cementing her legacy as a warrior queen and India's first woman independence activist
• India’s premier recurve archer Deepika Kumari won her fifth silver medal at the World Cup Final at Mexico
• Well-known Yakshagana comedy actor Bantwal Jayaram Acharya passed away in Bengaluru.
• Minister for Agriculture N. Cheluvarayaswamy announced plans to establish Assistant Directors of Agriculture offices in all Mandya district taluks, urging local MLAs to identify suitable land. He spoke during the foundation stone laying ceremony for Mandya's Centre of Excellence, a ₹2 crore project handling various departmental tasks. Cheluvarayaswamy also pledged government grants for permanent Raitha Samparka Kendras buildings, currently operating from rented premises, and directed tahsildars and Agriculture Department officers to coordinate land identification for the new offices.
• SC gives Radhakrishnan-led committee two weeks more to file NEET overhaul report

VITILIGO
•Chronic Skin Disorder: Occurs when melanocytes (melanin-producing cells) are destroyed.
•Affects skin, hair, and mouth lining; patches can appear anywhere on the body.
• Causes: Unclear, but may involve autoimmune responses, genetic factors, and environmental influences
•Symptoms:
oBegins with small white patches that may expand over time.
oPotential triggers include oxidative stress, trauma, sunburn, and chemical exposure.
•Demographics: Can develop at any age; most common before age 30. Affects 0.5% to 2% of the global population (up to 100 million people); equal prevalence in men and women.
•Treatment Options - No Permanent Cure: + Treatment Methods: Topical corticosteroids, Calcineurin inhibitors , Phototherapy (to slow depigmentation and promote melanocyte regeneration)
•The Kannada film ‘Bili Chukki, Halli Hakki’ addresses myths and stigma surrounding vitiligo.