Government Schemes MCQs: July 2026 Exam Prep

21.

Which film won the award for Best Feature Film at the 72nd National Film Awards announced in 2026?

A Sam Bahadur

B Jawan

C Gadar 2

D NEEDS_REVIEW

22.

Which phenomenon is often associated with the rapid melting of Himalayan glaciers, leading to sudden flooding in downstream areas?

A Glacial Lake Outburst Floods (GLOFs)

B Tectonic plate shifting

C Desertification of the Indo-Gangetic plains

D Increased oceanic salinity

23.

The accelerated melting of Himalayan glaciers poses a significant threat to which of the following?

A Long-term water security of major river basins in India

B Reduction in the frequency of landslides

C Increase in the stability of mountain slopes

D Expansion of forest cover in high-altitude regions

24.

According to the 2026 reports on Himalayan Glacial Melt, what is the primary driver of the accelerated retreat of glaciers?

A Increased volcanic activity in the region

B Anthropogenic climate change and rising global temperatures

C Decrease in annual snowfall due to natural orbital cycles

D Excessive tourism activities in the high-altitude zones

25.

What is the primary ecological significance of the mangroves targeted under the 2026 Mission?

A They act as natural barriers against cyclones and storm surges

B They are the primary source of freshwater in arid regions

C They increase soil salinity for agricultural purposes

D They prevent the formation of coral reefs

26.

Which ministry is the nodal agency for the implementation of the National Mangrove Protection and Restoration Mission 2026?

A Ministry of Earth Sciences

B Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare

C Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change

D Ministry of Jal Shakti

27.

The 'National Mangrove Protection and Restoration Mission' launched in 2026 aims to restore mangrove cover primarily through which approach?

A Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model

B Community-led conservation and scientific plantation

C Exclusive industrial development zones

D Complete restriction of human access to coastal areas

28.

The successful test of this new generation ballistic missile by DRDO in 2026 is a significant step towards strengthening India's:

A Missile defense system

B Naval fleet modernization

C Strategic nuclear triad

D Air superiority fighter fleet

29.

Which of the following is a key characteristic of the new generation ballistic missile tested by DRDO in 2026, as per its design and capabilities?

A It is a short-range tactical missile.

B It utilizes a solid propellant system for longer shelf life and quicker launch.

C It is designed for naval deployment only.

D Its warhead is limited to conventional explosives.

30.

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) recently conducted a successful test of a new generation ballistic missile in 2026. What is the primary capability of this new missile?

A Surface-to-air missile with enhanced anti-drone capabilities.

B Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) with MIRV technology.

C Submarine-launched ballistic missile (SLBM) for strategic deterrence.

D Hypersonic cruise missile with extended range.

MCQs 2026