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MCQs 2026

1.
Which regulatory body is primarily responsible for implementing and monitoring the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) guidelines for plastic packaging in India?
A Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change
B NITI Aayog
C Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB)
D Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS)
2.
A significant feature of the CPCB's revised EPR guidelines for plastic packaging (issued in 2022 and effective since) is the mandatory use of which type of plastic in packaging by producers, importers, and brand-owners?
A Virgin plastic
B Single-use plastic
C Recycled plastic content
D Biodegradable plastic only
3.
In the context of CPCB's revised guidelines for plastic packaging, what does the acronym 'EPR' stand for?
A Environmental Protection Regulations
B Extended Producer Responsibility
C Ecological Pollution Reduction
D Energy Production and Recycling
4.
Reports on climate impact in the Western Ghats often emphasize the heightened vulnerability of which type of species due to their restricted geographical range and specific habitat requirements?
A Invasive species
B Migratory species
C Endemic species
D Cosmopolitan species
5.
Which of the following is a major climate change-induced threat specifically impacting the biodiversity of the Western Ghats, as frequently highlighted in recent reports?
A Increased snowfall and glacial melt
B Desertification and sand dune formation
C Altered monsoon patterns and extreme weather events
D Volcanic eruptions and seismic activity
6.
The Western Ghats, a region frequently highlighted in reports concerning climate impact on biodiversity, is recognized globally for its rich ecological significance and is designated as a:
A Ramsar Site
B UNESCO World Heritage Site
C National Park
D Geological Survey Site
7.
Beyond ecological benefits, what significant economic benefit does the MISHTI scheme aim to provide to local communities residing in coastal areas?
A Promoting deep-sea fishing
B Providing alternative livelihood options
C Developing large-scale industrial zones
D Increasing agricultural output in coastal plains
8.
The MISHTI scheme, aimed at mangrove protection and afforestation, is implemented through convergence between which two major existing schemes/funds?
A MGNREGS and CAMPA Fund
B PM-KISAN and Fasal Bima Yojana
C Swachh Bharat Abhiyan and Jal Jeevan Mission
D National Food Security Act and Ayushman Bharat
9.
Which major initiative, announced in the Union Budget 2023-24, aligns with the objective of a 'Coastal Mangrove Protection Mission' by promoting mangrove plantation along the coastline?
A MISHTI (Mangrove Initiative for Shoreline Habitats & Tangible Incomes)
B PM-Kisan Samman Nidhi
C National Green Hydrogen Mission
D Amrit Dharohar Scheme
10.
The integration of 'Varunastra' torpedo into the Indian Navy's arsenal enhances its capability in which operational domain?
A Anti-piracy operations
B Anti-submarine warfare (ASW)
C Coastal surveillance
D Mine countermeasures
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