Which of the following is a significant challenge that G20 nations aim to address through enhanced supply chain resilience, as discussed in their 2026 ministerial meeting?
A Over-saturation of global markets with goods.
B Lack of access to essential goods during global crises.
C Excessive competition leading to price wars.
D Reduced demand for manufactured products.
Answer: B
A major driver for focusing on supply chain resilience is to ensure the continuous availability of essential goods, medicines, and raw materials, especially during disruptions caused by pandemics, natural disasters, or geopolitical conflicts.
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The G20 Ministerial Meeting on Supply Chain Resilience in 2026 also addressed the role of digitalization. What is a key benefit of digitalization in strengthening supply chains?
A Increased manual labor requirements in logistics.
B Enhanced transparency, traceability, and efficiency.
C Reduced need for international cooperation.
D Greater dependence on paper-based documentation.
Answer: B
Digitalization technologies like blockchain, IoT, and AI can provide real-time visibility into supply chains, improve tracking of goods, automate processes, and enable better decision-making, thereby enhancing resilience.
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In 2026, a G20 Ministerial Meeting focused on enhancing supply chain resilience. What was a primary objective discussed at this meeting?
A To establish a global minimum corporate tax rate for all G20 nations.
B To promote diversification and de-risking of supply chains from over-reliance on single sources.
C To create a unified G20 currency for international trade.
D To mandate the immediate cessation of all trade with non-G20 countries.
Answer: B
A key objective of discussions on supply chain resilience is to reduce vulnerabilities by diversifying sources, increasing transparency, and building redundancy to withstand shocks like pandemics or geopolitical events.
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Which of the following is NOT a typical area of cooperation under maritime security pacts like the one signed between India and Japan in 2026?
A Combating piracy and maritime terrorism.
B Search and rescue operations.
C Joint development of civilian space exploration programs.
D Environmental protection of the marine ecosystem.
Answer: C
Maritime security pacts focus on naval cooperation, safety at sea, and addressing threats to maritime order. Civilian space exploration programs fall under a different domain of bilateral cooperation.
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The recent maritime security pact between India and Japan (signed in 2026) is seen as a crucial step in strengthening bilateral ties. What is a key strategic implication of this agreement for the Indo-Pacific region?
A It signals a shift towards a more multilateral security architecture in the region.
B It aims to counter the growing influence of China in the Indo-Pacific.
C It facilitates joint resource exploration in disputed maritime territories.
D It promotes exclusive economic zone (EEZ) protection for both nations independently.
Answer: B
While the pact emphasizes cooperation, its strategic implication is widely interpreted as a move to balance China's increasing assertiveness and presence in the Indo-Pacific, thereby promoting a free and open maritime order.
66.
In 2026, India and Japan signed a significant pact aimed at enhancing maritime security cooperation. Which of the following best describes the primary focus of this pact?
A Joint development of new naval technologies and platforms.
B Information sharing on maritime domain awareness and capacity building.
C Joint naval exercises exclusively in the Indian Ocean Region.
D Establishing a joint naval base in the South China Sea.
Answer: B
The pact primarily focuses on enhancing information sharing regarding maritime domain awareness, which includes tracking vessels, understanding maritime traffic, and addressing illegal activities. It also emphasizes capacity building for partner nations.
67.
By 2026, a major milestone in the implementation of the National Logistics Policy (NLP) has been the significant progress towards improving India's ranking in which global index?
A Ease of Doing Business Index
B Global Competitiveness Index
C Logistics Performance Index (LPI)
D Human Development Index (HDI)
Answer: C
One of the key objectives and a major milestone for the NLP by 2026 is to significantly improve India's ranking in the World Bank's Logistics Performance Index (LPI), reflecting enhanced efficiency and competitiveness of the logistics sector.
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Which digital platform, a key component of the National Logistics Policy (NLP), integrates various digital systems across the logistics ecosystem to provide real-time information and streamline operations?
A PM Gati Shakti National Master Plan
B Unified Logistics Interface Platform (ULIP)
C e-NAM (National Agriculture Market)
D National Single Window System (NSWS)
Answer: B
The Unified Logistics Interface Platform (ULIP) is a crucial digital initiative under the NLP, designed to integrate data from various government and private digital systems to enhance efficiency and transparency in logistics.
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The National Logistics Policy (NLP), launched in 2022, primarily aims to achieve which of the following objectives for India's logistics sector?
A Increase the share of road transport to 90%
B Reduce logistics cost as a percentage of GDP to a single digit
C Mandate 100% electrification of all logistics vehicles
D Establish a single national logistics company
Answer: B
A core objective of the National Logistics Policy (NLP) is to reduce India's logistics cost from the current 13-14% of GDP to a single-digit percentage, comparable to developed economies.
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Which government body is the implementing agency for the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM), responsible for its design, rollout, and implementation?
A Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
B NITI Aayog
C National Health Authority (NHA)
D Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)
Answer: C
The National Health Authority (NHA) is the apex body responsible for implementing the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM) across India, overseeing its technical and operational aspects.
