MCQs - 2026-04

The Shukrayaan-1 mission will carry multiple scientific instruments, including a high-resolution camera and an infrared spectrometer, to gather comprehensive data about Venus.

Shukrayaan-1 aims to study the Venusian atmosphere and surface, providing insights into the planet's geological and atmospheric processes.

Shukrayaan-1 is ISRO's planned mission to Venus, and payload integration is a crucial step before its launch.

By shifting to green energy, companies can lower their energy expenses over time, hedge against rising fossil fuel costs, and improve their public image by demonstrating commitment to sustainability.

Corporates are heavily investing in renewable energy generation like solar and wind, as well as crucial supporting infrastructure such as battery storage to ensure grid stability and reliability.

Government policies, the growing emphasis on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors by corporations, and the declining costs of solar and wind power technologies are key reasons for this investment surge.

The framework aims to equip the RBI to manage both short-term, transient liquidity issues and more persistent, structural imbalances in the financial system.

While government bond issuance is a fiscal operation, liquidity management by the RBI primarily uses tools like OMOs, repo/reverse repo, and CRR/SLR adjustments to influence money supply and interest rates.

The new framework aims to enhance the RBI's ability to absorb or inject liquidity as needed, thereby stabilizing money markets and ensuring the smooth transmission of monetary policy.

Strengthening surveillance and early warning systems is vital for detecting new variants and potential outbreaks quickly, allowing for timely and effective responses.