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41.
Which of the following methods would be most effective for monitoring the spread of aquatic invasive species in large water bodies across India?
A Manual counting by divers only
B Satellite imagery and remote sensing combined with ground surveys
C Relying solely on local fishermen's observations
D Conducting annual surveys in only one specific location
42.
Enhanced monitoring of invasive species in India is crucial primarily because it allows for:
A Increased tourism in affected areas
B Early detection and rapid response to new invasions
C Promotion of invasive species for economic benefits
D Reduced need for scientific research
43.
The introduction of invasive alien species is considered one of the top five direct drivers of biodiversity loss globally, as identified by which international body?
A World Health Organization (WHO)
B Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES)
C United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC)
D International Monetary Fund (IMF)
44.
Invasive Alien Species (IAS) primarily threaten native biodiversity by:
A Enhancing nutrient cycling in ecosystems
B Increasing the genetic diversity of native species
C Outcompeting native species for resources, predation, and disease transmission
D Promoting the growth of endemic species
45.
Which of the following is a widely recognized invasive alien plant species threatening India's biodiversity, known for its rapid spread and negative impact on native flora?
A Lantana camara
B Neem (Azadirachta indica)
C Banyan (Ficus benghalensis)
D Peepal (Ficus religiosa)
46.
Which agency is responsible for the development of the Agni-P missile?
A ISRO
B DRDO
C HAL
D BARC
47.
What is a key feature of the Agni-P missile compared to earlier Agni variants?
A It is liquid-fueled
B It is a canisterized missile
C It has a range of over 10,000 km
D It is exclusively for naval use
48.
Agni-P (Agni-Prime) is which type of missile system?
A Cruise Missile
B Ballistic Missile
C Anti-Tank Guided Missile
D Surface-to-Air Missile
49.
Varunastra is capable of being launched from which of the following platforms?
A Submarines only
B Aircraft only
C Surface ships
D Land-based silos
50.
Which organization is primarily responsible for the design and development of the Varunastra torpedo?
A ISRO
B HAL
C NSTL (DRDO)
D BHEL