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MCQs - 2026-05

591.
Which film won the award for Best Feature Film at the National Film Awards 2026?
A Sam Bahadur
B Jawan
C Pathaan
D Gadar 2
592.
Mangroves play a crucial role in coastal protection. Which of the following is a key ecological benefit provided by mangroves?
A Increasing soil salinity for agriculture.
B Acting as a natural barrier against storm surges and erosion.
C Promoting the spread of invasive aquatic species.
D Reducing the availability of freshwater in coastal aquifers.
593.
The recent report indicates a 15% growth in mangrove cover. Which government ministry is primarily responsible for implementing the MISHTI initiative?
A Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change
B Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare
C Ministry of Earth Sciences
D Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying
594.
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.
595.
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
596.
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.
597.
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
598.
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
599.
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.
600.
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.