MCQs 2026

Dr. Anjali Sharma received the Geospatial Innovation Award 2024 at the prestigious Geospatial World Forum 2024, held in Rotterdam, Netherlands.

Dr. Anjali Sharma, a scientist at NRSC, ISRO, Hyderabad, was honored with the Geospatial Innovation Award 2024 for her pioneering work in geospatial technology.

The National Geospatial Awards for Excellence are instrumental in promoting the objectives of the National Geospatial Policy 2022, which aims to transform India into a world leader in geospatial information and technology.

The primary objective of the National Geospatial Awards for Excellence is to acknowledge and foster significant advancements and contributions made by individuals and organizations in the field of geospatial science, technology, and their various applications.

The Indian Society of Remote Sensing (ISRS) is the primary body that presents the prestigious 'National Geospatial Award for Excellence' to individuals for their outstanding contributions to geospatial science and technology in India.

A key recommendation in the 2026 guidelines is the urgent need to convert overhead power lines to underground lines in areas frequented by the Great Indian Bustard to prevent fatal collisions.

Collisions with overhead power lines, particularly in their grassland habitats, have been identified as a major cause of mortality for the Great Indian Bustard.

The Great Indian Bustard's primary habitat is the dry grasslands and scrublands of states like Rajasthan and Gujarat, which are facing significant threats.

By addressing range anxiety and improving charging infrastructure, the initiative aims to significantly boost the adoption and usability of electric vehicles across the country.

The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways is the nodal ministry for the 'Green Corridor 2026' initiative, focusing on the infrastructure development for electric vehicles on highways.