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51.
A recent report in 2026 highlights the urgent need for biodiversity protection in the Western Ghats. Which of the following is a major threat identified in such reports concerning this region?
A Increased rainfall and monsoon intensity.
B Expansion of invasive alien species.
C Decreased human population density.
D Strict enforcement of conservation laws.
52.
Which Union Ministry in India is primarily responsible for the implementation of the National Wetland Restoration Mission 2.0?
A Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare
B Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change
C Ministry of Jal Shakti
D Ministry of Rural Development
53.
The National Wetland Restoration Mission 2.0 is a continuation and expansion of previous efforts. What is a key characteristic of this mission in 2026?
A It exclusively focuses on coastal wetlands.
B It incorporates advanced monitoring technologies and community participation.
C It mandates the complete prohibition of any human activity near wetlands.
D It prioritizes the development of infrastructure around wetlands.
54.
Considering the current context of 2026, which of the following is a primary objective of the National Wetland Restoration Mission 2.0, launched by the Indian government?
A To convert all wetlands into agricultural land for food security.
B To enhance the conservation and restoration of India's wetlands and their ecosystem services.
C To promote commercial tourism in all protected wetland areas.
D To reduce the number of Ramsar sites in India to focus resources.
55.
The successful test of the 'Astagra' hypersonic missile interceptor by DRDO significantly enhances India's capability in which domain?
A Naval warfare
B Ballistic missile defense
C Cybersecurity
D Space exploration
56.
What is the primary role of the 'Astagra' missile interceptor tested by DRDO?
A To launch long-range ballistic missiles.
B To intercept and destroy incoming hypersonic missiles.
C To provide close-range air defense against drones.
D To conduct electronic warfare operations.
57.
DRDO recently conducted a successful test of an advanced hypersonic missile interceptor. What is the name of this interceptor system?
A Ashwin
B Prithvi
C Astagra
D Kavach
58.
The 2026 edition of the 'Varuna' exercise was conducted in which geographical area?
A Arabian Sea
B Bay of Bengal
C Indian Ocean Region
D Mediterranean Sea
59.
In which year was the India-France Joint Naval Exercise 'Varuna' first initiated?
A 2001
B 2004
C 2000
D 2003
60.
The 2026 edition of the India-France Joint Naval Exercise 'Varuna' was recently concluded. Which of the following was a significant aspect of this year's exercise?
A Inclusion of cyber warfare drills for the first time.
B Focus on anti-submarine warfare and advanced air defense.
C Joint operations involving aircraft carriers from both navies.
D Introduction of new drone technology for maritime surveillance.
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