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Subhash Chandra (also known as Subhash Chandra Goel) is the founder and owner of the Essel Group, which started Essel World - India's largest amusement park located in Mumbai. Vijay Mallya is associated with Kingfisher and United Breweries, Ratan Tata with the Tata Group, and Anil Ambani with Reliance Group (Anil Dhirubhai Ambani Group).

Sanjay Dutt won the Filmfare Best Actor Award in 2000 for his performance in 'Vaastav: The Reality'. Salman Khan has been nominated multiple times but has not won Best Actor at Filmfare. Dharmendra won awards earlier in his career. Vinod Khanna received critical acclaim but did not win Best Actor at Filmfare.

Anil Kapoor made his debut as a leading actor in the 1979 film 'Hamare Tumhare' produced by R. B. Productions. 'Pallavi Anu Pallavi' was actually Mani Ratnam's directorial debut (1983), 'Woh Saat Din' was Anil Kapoor's second film as lead (1983), and 'Chameli Ki Shadi' was a later film (1986). Anil Kapoor had previously appeared as a child artist in 'Tu Payal Mein Geet' (1963) but 'Hamare Tumhare' was his adult debut as hero.

Swine flu (H1N1 influenza) is primarily transmitted through respiratory droplets when an infected person coughs, sneezes, or talks, rather than being truly airborne like tuberculosis or measles. While droplets can travel through air for short distances, the virus is not classified as airborne in the strict sense - it requires close contact for transmission. Airborne transmission refers to pathogens that can remain suspended in air for longer periods and travel longer distances.

Wearing a mask is not required at all times and does not provide complete protection from swine flu. Masks are helpful in specific situations like healthcare settings or when caring for infected individuals, but are not necessary for general public use in all circumstances. The best protection comes from hygiene practices like handwashing, avoiding close contact with sick individuals, and staying home when ill.

There is a cure for swine flu in the form of antiviral medications, primarily oseltamivir (Tamiflu) and zanamivir (Relenza). These drugs are most effective when started within 48 hours of symptom onset and can reduce the severity and duration of the illness. Supportive care and symptom management are also part of treatment. The statement 'there is no cure' is false because effective antiviral treatments exist.

Tamiflu (oseltamivir) is an antiviral medication used to treat influenza symptoms after infection occurs, not a vaccine that prevents infection. Vaccines work by stimulating your immune system to produce antibodies before exposure to a virus, while Tamiflu inhibits the virus from spreading in your body after you're already sick. The statement confuses treatment with prevention.

Tamiflu is a prescription medication that should be taken only under medical guidance when diagnosed with influenza, not stockpiled for emergency use. Public health authorities discourage personal stockpiling because it can lead to inappropriate use, reduce availability for those who actually need it during outbreaks, and the medication has a limited shelf life.

Influenza viruses can survive on surfaces for varying periods depending on the surface type and environmental conditions. On hard, non-porous surfaces like doorknobs and remote controls, the virus typically remains viable for 2-8 hours, though some studies show it can persist up to 24 hours. On porous surfaces like books or paper, survival time is generally shorter.

Swine Flu (H1N1) testing availability varies by hospital, location, and time period. Not all 'big hospitals' universally test for any specific disease. Testing depends on current health protocols, available facilities, and ongoing disease surveillance needs.

In Norse (Scandinavian) mythology: Skinfaxi is Day's horse, Sleipnir is Odin's eight-legged horse, and Doomstead (or Blodughofi) is Frey's horse. All three are indeed mythological horses, making Option A the correct answer.

A dromond is a medieval warship, a xebec is a Mediterranean sailing vessel with lateen sails, and a proa is a traditional outrigger canoe from the Pacific. All three are types of sea-going vessels or ships.

The bongo, nyala, and sitatunga are all species of antelopes found in Africa. The bongo is a forest antelope, the nyala inhabits woodlands, and the sitatunga is a semi-aquatic antelope found in swamps.

In Greek mythology, Atropos, Clotho, and Lachesis are the three Fates (Moirai). Clotho spins the thread of life, Lachesis measures it, and Atropos cuts it. They control the lifespan of mortals.

Lonsdaleite (hexagonal diamond), chaoite, and schwarzite are all rare allotropes of carbon. They represent different structural arrangements of carbon atoms, distinct from graphite or diamond.

In Greek mythology, Aglaia (Splendor), Euphrosyne (Mirth), and Thalia (Good Cheer) are the three Graces (Charites). They are goddesses of charm, beauty, and creativity.

Mimas, Telesto, and Thrym are all moons of Saturn. Mimas is a mid-sized moon, Telesto is a small Trojan moon, and Thrym (discovered in 2000) is one of Saturn's irregular satellites.

Alexander Alekhine, José Capablanca, and Mikhail Tal were all World Chess Champions. Alekhine (1927-35, 1937-46), Capablanca (1921-27), and Tal (1960-61) each held the highest title in chess.

The chiaramedda, surdulina, and zampogna are all traditional Italian bagpipes. They are folk instruments, particularly associated with southern Italy and regional pastoral traditions.

Mischa Elman, Jascha Heifetz, and Nathan Milstein were all legendary classical violinists of the 20th century. Heifetz and Milstein were Russian-born, Elman was also part of the great violin tradition.