What is a primary factor contributing to the alarming rise in forest fire incidents across India, as highlighted by FSI reports?
A Increased industrial pollution
B Expansion of protected areas
C Climate change leading to prolonged dry spells and heatwaves
D Decrease in human population in forest fringes
Answer: C
FSI reports consistently link the rise in forest fires to climate change, which results in prolonged dry spells, higher temperatures, and increased frequency of heatwaves, creating conducive conditions for fires.
52.
Which of the following states recorded the maximum increase in forest cover as per the India State of Forest Report (ISFR) 2021?
A Andhra Pradesh
B Telangana
C Odisha
D Karnataka
Answer: A
As per ISFR 2021, Andhra Pradesh showed the maximum increase in forest cover (647 sq km), followed by Telangana (632 sq km) and Odisha (537 sq km).
53.
According to recent FSI reports, what trend has been observed in India's total forest and tree cover?
A A significant decrease due to deforestation.
B A marginal increase, indicating conservation efforts.
C Stagnation, with no significant change over the years.
D A rapid increase, primarily in dense forest areas.
Answer: B
Recent FSI reports, such as the ISFR 2021, have indicated a marginal increase in India's total forest and tree cover, reflecting ongoing conservation and afforestation efforts.
54.
Which organization is primarily responsible for assessing and reporting India's forest and tree cover, as highlighted in the given topic?
A Forest Survey of India (FSI)
B Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC)
C National Green Tribunal (NGT)
D Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB)
Answer: A
The Forest Survey of India (FSI) is the principal organization responsible for assessing and monitoring the forest and tree resources of the country. Its biennial 'India State of Forest Report' (ISFR) provides comprehensive data on forest cover.
55.
The DRDO's Advanced Counter-Drone System has been deployed for security at several high-profile events in India. Which of the following events saw its deployment for enhanced security?
A Annual Republic Day Parade in Delhi
B G20 Summit in New Delhi
C Independence Day celebrations at Red Fort
D All of the above
Answer: D
The DRDO's Counter-Drone System has been successfully deployed for security at various critical events, including the Republic Day Parade, Independence Day celebrations, and the G20 Summit, demonstrating its effectiveness in protecting vital installations and events.
56.
The DRDO's Counter-Drone System typically employs a combination of technologies for both soft-kill and hard-kill mechanisms. Which of the following is NOT a common component of such a system?
A Radar and RF (Radio Frequency) detection systems
B GPS spoofing and RF jammers
C High-energy laser and kinetic kill systems
D Advanced weather forecasting sensors
Answer: D
The DRDO's Advanced Counter-Drone System integrates various technologies for detection (radar, RF sensors) and neutralization (RF jammers for soft-kill, lasers/kinetic systems for hard-kill). Advanced weather forecasting sensors are not a direct component of the counter-drone system's primary function of detecting and neutralizing hostile drones.
57.
What is the primary objective of the Advanced Counter-Drone System developed by DRDO?
A To enhance drone surveillance capabilities for border security.
B To develop offensive drone swarms for military operations.
C To detect, identify, and neutralize hostile drones.
D To provide logistical support for drone manufacturing.
Answer: C
The DRDO's Advanced Counter-Drone System is designed to provide comprehensive protection against hostile drones by detecting, tracking, and neutralizing them using various technologies.
58.
The recent successful test-firing of the Agni-V missile was conducted from which test facility?
A Satish Dhawan Space Centre, Sriharikota
B Integrated Test Range (ITR), Chandipur
C Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Island (Wheeler Island), Odisha
D Pokhran Test Range, Rajasthan
Answer: C
Most of India's strategic missile tests, including Agni-V, are conducted from the Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Island (formerly Wheeler Island) off the coast of Odisha.
59.
Which Indian organization is responsible for the design and development of the Agni series of missiles, including Agni-V?
A Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)
B Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)
C Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL)
D Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL)
Answer: B
The Agni series of missiles, including Agni-V, are developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) as part of India's Integrated Guided Missile Development Programme (IGMDP).
60.
Agni-V is primarily classified as which type of missile, and what is its approximate strike range?
A Short-Range Ballistic Missile (SRBM), 700-1000 km
B Medium-Range Ballistic Missile (MRBM), 2000-3000 km
C Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM), over 5000 km
D Submarine-Launched Ballistic Missile (SLBM), 3500 km
Answer: C
Agni-V is India's most advanced Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM), capable of striking targets beyond 5,000 km, bringing almost all of Asia, parts of Africa, and Europe within its range.
