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  • Question
  • Which Indian forest has become home to group of jumping spiders named "Habrocestum longispinum" recently?


  • Options
  • A. Ernakulam Illithodu forests, Kerala
  • B. Sundarbans, West Bengal
  • C. Khasi hills, Meghalaya
  • D. Vandalur Reserve forest, Tamil Nadu

  • Correct Answer
  • Ernakulam Illithodu forests, Kerala 

    Explanation
    A new species of jumping spiders named "Habrocestum longispinum" has been spotted in Ernakulam's Illithodu forests, Kerala by the arachnologists from Kochi's Sacred Heart College, Thevara.This new species belong to the genus Habrocestum, is being found in Eurasia and Africa.The survey was funded by the Department of Science and Technology - Science and Engineering Research Board. The study has been published in the Journal of Natural History.

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    • 1. Name the company which has launched the Neighbourly app in Delhi and Bangalore.

    • Options
    • A. Microsoft
    • B. Google
    • C. Oracle
    • D. Apple
    • Discuss
    • 2. Who is the author of the book titled 'Hema Malini: Beyond the Dream Girl'?

    • Options
    • A. Ram Kamal Mukherjee
    • B. Soumyadipta Banerjee
    • C. Mark Bennigton
    • D. None of the above
    • Discuss
    • 3. Which state celebrated 'Utkal Diva' the 84th foundation day on April 1, 2019?

    • Options
    • A. Assam
    • B. Rajasthan
    • C. Odisha
    • D. Maharashtra
    • Discuss
    • 4. Name the organisation which has developed a new guidelines on physical activity for children under five years.

    • Options
    • A. UNDP
    • B. WHO
    • C. UNICEF
    • D. FDA
    • Discuss
    • 5. Who has distributed a special kit SAECKs to investigate sexual assault cases?

    • Options
    • A. Ministry of Human Resource Development
    • B. Ministry of Corporate Affairs
    • C. Ministry of Home Affairs
    • D. Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
    • Discuss
    • 6. The 8th edition of Home Expo India 2019 started in __________.

    • Options
    • A. Gurugram
    • B. Greater Noida
    • C. Faridabad
    • D. New Delhi
    • Discuss
    • 7. World Veterinary Day 2019 is observed on 28th Apri. It's theme is;

    • Options
    • A. Value of Vaccination
    • B. The role of the veterinary profession in sustainable development to improve livelihoods.
    • C. Antimicrobial Resistance
    • D. Give food security and safety
    • Discuss
    • 8. What is the theme for International Day of Remembrance of the Victims of Slavery and the Transatlantic Slave Trade 2019?

    • Options
    • A. Remember Slavery: Triumphs and Struggles for Freedom and Equality
    • B. Women and Slavery
    • C. Remember Slavery: The Power of the Arts for Justice
    • D. Breaking the Silence, Lest We Forget
    • Discuss
    • 9. Who introduced a road safety robot named ROADEO?

    • Options
    • A. Hyderabad Traffic Police
    • B. Delhi Traffic Police
    • C. Bengaluru Traffic Police
    • D. Chennai Traffic Police
    • Discuss
    • 10. How many submarines will be contructed by DAC with the worth of Rs40000 cr?

    • Options
    • A. 5
    • B. 6
    • C. 8
    • D. 10
    • Discuss


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