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181.
The 'rainforests of the sea' is a common analogy for coral reefs due to their:
A High rainfall patterns
B Abundant biodiversity and ecological importance
C Dense canopy structure
D Association with freshwater sources
182.
Besides providing a substrate, what other beneficial feature does 'bio-concrete' incorporate?
A It releases artificial nutrients to stimulate coral growth.
B It is seeded with beneficial microorganisms that promote coral health.
C It emits low-frequency sound waves to attract fish.
D It is coated with a UV-resistant film to prevent bleaching.
183.
The 'bio-concrete' technology is reported to have shown promising results in pilot projects in which of the following locations?
A Amazon Rainforest and Sahara Desert
B Great Barrier Reef and the Maldives
C Arctic Ocean and Antarctic Peninsula
D Himalayan Mountains and Andes Mountains
184.
Which of the following are major threats to coral reefs globally?
A Volcanic activity and seismic shifts
B Overfishing and plastic pollution
C Climate change (ocean warming and acidification) and pollution
D Invasive species and deforestation
185.
What is the primary advantage of 'bio-concrete' technology in coral reef restoration?
A It is cheaper to produce than traditional concrete.
B It mimics the natural calcium carbonate structure of coral skeletons, providing a stable substrate.
C It actively repels all forms of marine life, preventing overgrowth.
D It is designed to be easily removed after coral growth.
186.
The Indian Navy aims to be a 'net security provider' in which region according to the updated doctrine?
A The Arctic Ocean
B The Indian Ocean Region
C The Pacific Ocean
D The Atlantic Ocean
187.
The updated doctrine aligns with India's broader foreign policy objectives in which region?
A The Arctic Ocean
B The Atlantic Ocean
C The Indo-Pacific
D The Mediterranean Sea
188.
The updated doctrine reiterates the Indian Navy's role in:
A Humanitarian assistance and disaster relief (HADR)
B Operating across the spectrum of conflict
C Power projection
D All of the above
189.
What does Maritime Domain Awareness (MDA) entail?
A Understanding of weather patterns at sea
B Creating a real-time picture of maritime activities through surveillance and data fusion
C Managing maritime trade routes
D Developing new ship designs
190.
What is the primary focus of the updated Indian Maritime Doctrine 'Maritime Security Framework 2026'?
A Coastal defense only
B Enhancing Maritime Domain Awareness (MDA) and power projection
C Submarine warfare exclusively
D Naval aviation development only