MCQs 2026

The National Science Excellence Award 2026 is a broad award that acknowledges exceptional work across various scientific disciplines, including AI, Biotechnology, and Astrophysics.

Dr. Evelyn Reed was honored with the National Science Excellence Award 2026 for her significant contributions to quantum computing.

The Indian part of the Sundarbans, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a critical tiger habitat, is predominantly located in the state of West Bengal.

Mangroves thrive in brackish or saline water and do not serve as a direct source of freshwater for inland communities. Their primary benefits include coastal protection, supporting biodiversity, and carbon sequestration.

The MISHTI (Mangrove Initiative for Shoreline Habitats & Tangible Incomes) scheme was announced in the Union Budget 2023-24 to promote mangrove plantation and conservation across India's coastlines and salt pan areas.

Project Tiger was launched in 1973 to conserve the tiger population and their habitats in India, leading to a significant recovery in their numbers over the decades.

India hosts about 70% of the world's wild tiger population, a significant achievement attributed to robust conservation efforts like Project Tiger.

The All India Tiger Estimation 2022 report, released in April 2023, indicated that Corbett National Park had an estimated tiger population of 260, making it the reserve with the largest tiger population in India.

The mission aims to decarbonize major economic sectors, reduce dependence on fossil fuel imports, and position India as a leader in green hydrogen production and export, thereby contributing to global climate goals.

Green Hydrogen is produced by splitting water into hydrogen and oxygen using an electrolyser powered by renewable energy sources like solar or wind, ensuring zero carbon emissions during production.