MCQs - 2026-07

Ecosystem-based adaptation (EbA) and sustainable land management are widely recognized and recommended strategies for building resilience in vulnerable ecosystems, integrating ecological principles with human well-being. The other options are either environmentally detrimental, impractical, or incomplete.

Himalayan ecosystem vulnerability directly impacts water resources (feeding major rivers), agricultural practices, and the livelihoods of millions dependent on these resources in the region. The other options are either geographically irrelevant or not primary impacts.

The decline in glacial mass and subsequent alteration of river flow patterns due to climate change is a well-documented and critical vulnerability of the Himalayan ecosystem. Other options are not accurate or major threats.

Conservation plans for wildlife and ecosystems in India typically fall under the purview of the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC).

While sustainable dolphin tourism might be part of a conservation plan, promoting it as the 'sole economic driver' is generally not a primary objective. Conservation plans focus on holistic protection, threat mitigation, and research, often integrating sustainable livelihoods but not exclusively through one channel.

The topic explicitly states 'India Launches National Dolphin Conservation Action Plan 2026-2031', indicating its launch in 2026 with a duration from 2026 to 2031.

This advanced surface-to-air missile system is crucial for bolstering India's overall air defence network, providing a robust shield against aerial intrusions and threats.

The Akash-NG features significant upgrades, including an extended engagement range and a more advanced seeker system, enabling it to effectively neutralize a wider spectrum of aerial threats at greater distances.

The DRDO successfully conducted the flight test of the new generation Akash-NG (New Generation) missile system in early 2026. This missile is designed for air defence against a variety of aerial threats.

The primary driver for enhancing ASW capabilities is to effectively counter the increasing submarine presence and potential threats posed by various nations in the strategically vital Indian Ocean Region.