mRNA Vaccine Mechanism and Characteristics Quiz

With reference to mRNA vaccines, consider the following statements: They introduce a weakened or inactivated virus into the body to stimulate an immune response. They work by providing a genetic recipe that instructs human cells to produce a specific protein, or antigen, which the immune system then targets. A major advantage of mRNA vaccines is … Read more

Comparing Political Systems: India vs. France

Consider the following differences between the political systems of India and France: India has a parliamentary republic with a single executive, whereas France has a semi-presidential system with a dual executive. The President in both India and France is directly elected by universal adult suffrage. India’s approach to secularism allows for state intervention in religious … Read more

India’s Space Economy and Policy 2023 Explained

With regard to India’s space economy, which of the following statements is/are correct? The Indian Space Policy 2023 aims to enable end-to-end participation of Non-Governmental Entities in all domains of space activities. NewSpace India Limited (NSIL) is the nodal agency for authorizing and promoting private sector space activities in India. A key challenge facing the … Read more

Facts about the Universal Postal Union (UPU)

Consider the following statements regarding the Universal Postal Union (UPU): It is the oldest international organization in the world. It is a specialized agency of the United Nations with its headquarters in Berne, Switzerland. India is a founding member of the Universal Postal Union. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?