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An intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) is a ballistic missile with a range greater than 5,500 kilometres primarily designed for nuclear weapons delivery (delivering one or more thermonuclear warheads). Conventional, chemical, and biological weapons can also be delivered with varying effectiveness, but have rarely been deployed on ICBMs. Most modern designs support multiple independently targetable reentry vehicle (MIRVs), allowing a single missile to carry several warheads, each of which can strike a different target. The United States, Russia, China, France, India, the United Kingdom, Israel, and North Korea are the only countries known to have operational ICBMs.

The declaration promotes measures such as vaccination, improved biosecurity and reduced antimicrobial use. It does not advocate for completely discontinuing antimicrobials in animal health but emphasizes their prudent and evidence-based use. UNGA Political Declaration on AMR At a meeting in September 2024, leaders from all over the world agreed to work together to fight AMR. They set clear goals, like: Reducing deaths linked to AMR by 10% by 2030. Making sure more countries (at least 60%) have proper plans and funding to handle AMR by 2030. Goals for Healthcare: Use safer antibiotics for at least 70% of patients worldwide. Ensure all hospitals have clean water, proper sanitation and hygiene by 2030. Help 90% of countries have strong infection control programs in place. Goals for Agriculture and Animals: Use fewer medicines on animals and plants by improving practices like vaccinations and hygiene. Promote better farming methods to avoid infections without overusing antibiotics. Protecting the Environment: Stop harmful medicines from polluting water and soil. Do more research on how the environment contributes to AMR.

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Consider the following countries: 1. America 2. India 3. Russia 4. China 5. North Korea 6. Germany 7. France Which of the above given countries have operational Intercontinental Ballistic Missiles?

Which of the following measures were emphasized in the 2024 AMR declaration to address antimicrobial use in agriculture? 1. Promoting animal vaccination strategies. 2. Reducing the use of antimicrobials in agri-food systems. 3. Prioritizing preventive measures like biosecurity and good husbandry practices. 4. Discontinuing the use of antimicrobials in animal health entirely. Select the correct answer using the code below:

1 is correct: India's Nuclear Doctrine was established in 2003. The No First Use (NFU) policy states that India will not use nuclear weapons unless it is attacked with nuclear weapons first, is the foundation of the doctrine. The doctrine ensures a credible minimum deterrence by maintaining enough nuclear capability to deter adversaries while avoiding an arms race. 2 is correct: Although India pledges not to launch a nuclear strike first, it retains the right to use nuclear weapons in retaliation in the event of a nuclear attack or a significant attack involving other weapons of mass destruction. This is meant to prevent India from being the target of any nuclear attack. 3 is correct: India's Nuclear Doctrine prioritizes civilian leadership with the Prime Minister making the final decision to ensure that nuclear warfare decisions are carefully considered and based on national interests, rather than hasty or impulsive military actions. 4 is correct: India's NFU policy is aligned with its advocacy for global nuclear disarmament and support for efforts to reduce the risk of nuclear conflict worldwide.

Triglycerides are a type of lipid that consists of three fatty acid molecules attached to a glycerol backbone. They serve as a major form of energy storage in animals and plants. Phospholipids are essential components of cell membranes. They contain two fatty acid tails and a phosphate group attached to the glycerol backbone. This structure allows them to form bilayers in biological membranes. Steroids are lipids characterized by a four-ring structure. They play important roles in the body such as in hormone production (e.g., cortisol, estrogen, testosterone) as well as in maintaining cell membrane integrity. Glycogen, on the other hand, is not classified as a lipid. It is a carbohydrate used by animals for short-term energy storage. It is composed of glucose molecules linked together and stored in the liver and muscles.

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