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51.
The MISHTI (Mangrove Initiative for Shoreline Habitats & Tangible Incomes) initiative has reported a significant growth in mangrove cover. What is the primary aim of the MISHTI initiative?
A To promote aquaculture in coastal areas.
B To conserve and restore mangrove ecosystems along India's coastline.
C To develop tourism infrastructure in mangrove regions.
D To increase timber production from mangrove forests.
52.
Project Cheetah, which involves reintroducing cheetahs to India, is a collaboration between India and which other country, from where the initial cheetahs were brought?
A South Africa
B Namibia
C Botswana
D Kenya
53.
What is the primary goal of establishing a new breeding colony for cheetahs at Gandhi Sagar as part of Project Cheetah Phase III?
A To increase tourism in the region.
B To create a safe haven for cheetahs to breed and increase their population in India.
C To facilitate research on cheetah behavior in a new environment.
D To establish a gene bank for cheetahs.
54.
Project Cheetah, aimed at reintroducing cheetahs to India, is now entering Phase III with the establishment of a new breeding colony. Which national park/wildlife sanctuary is being developed as this new site?
A Kuno National Park, Madhya Pradesh
B Gandhi Sagar Wildlife Sanctuary, Madhya Pradesh
C Sariska Tiger Reserve, Rajasthan
D Bandhavgarh National Park, Madhya Pradesh
55.
The finalization of the draft for a Global Plastic Treaty at INC-6 signifies a crucial step towards international cooperation on which environmental issue?
A Climate Change Mitigation
B Biodiversity Loss
C Ocean Acidification
D Plastic Pollution
56.
Which of the following is NOT a key area of focus for the draft Global Plastic Treaty being negotiated?
A Reducing the production of primary plastic polymers.
B Promoting the use of microplastics in cosmetics.
C Addressing hazardous chemicals in plastic products.
D Ensuring sound waste management and recycling.
57.
The sixth session of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC-6) for a legally binding instrument on plastic pollution recently concluded. What is the primary objective of this treaty?
A To ban all single-use plastics globally by 2030.
B To reduce plastic production and consumption, and address plastic pollution throughout its lifecycle.
C To promote the development of biodegradable alternatives to plastics.
D To establish international standards for plastic recycling and waste management.
58.
The deployment of new surveillance systems by the Indian Army along the northern borders is intended to bolster which aspect of national security?
A Economic Security
B Cyber Security
C Border Security and Intelligence Gathering
D Internal Law and Order
59.
Which region is primarily being covered by the new surveillance systems deployed by the Indian Army along its northern borders?
A Southern Borders
B Eastern Borders
C Western Borders
D Northern Borders
60.
The Indian Army has recently deployed new surveillance systems along its northern borders. What is the primary objective of this deployment?
A To conduct offensive operations
B To enhance border surveillance and early warning capabilities
C To facilitate cross-border trade
D To monitor weather patterns