MCQs - 2026-06

While NAPCC addresses mitigation and other aspects, a core objective related to adaptation is to enhance the adaptive capacity of various sectors and communities to the impacts of climate change.

The Paris Agreement, adopted in 2015, sets out a global framework to limit global warming to well below, preferably to 1.5 degrees Celsius, compared to pre-industrial levels. It emphasizes adaptation and resilience as key components.

Unlike ballistic missiles that follow a predictable trajectory, hypersonic missiles can maneuver, making them extremely difficult for current air defense systems to intercept.

Hypersonic missiles are defined as those capable of traveling at speeds of Mach 5 (five times the speed of sound) or higher.

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is the nodal agency for developing India's strategic missile systems.

The sixth edition of the India-France joint military exercise 'Shakti' was conducted at the Foreign Training Node in Umroi, Meghalaya.

The exercise focuses on counter-terrorism operations in a semi-urban and mountainous terrain under a UN mandate.

Exercise Shakti is a biennial joint military exercise between India and France, aimed at enhancing interoperability.

AI-powered drones can be equipped for precision agriculture tasks such as variable rate application of fertilizers and pesticides, optimizing resource use and reducing environmental impact.

Computer Vision, powered by Machine Learning models, is crucial for analyzing aerial imagery from drones to detect patterns, classify crop health, and identify specific issues.