MCQs - 2026-09

The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) is the nodal agency responsible for framing and implementing policies related to plastic waste management and circular economy in India.

The 'SR' in NASM-SR stands for 'Short Range', indicating that the missile is designed for engaging targets at shorter distances, typically within the operational range of naval helicopters.

The NASM-SR was successfully flight-tested from an Indian Navy Seaking 42B helicopter. Its design allows for launch from rotary-wing aircraft, providing flexibility in anti-ship operations.

The Naval Anti-Ship Missile (Short Range) (NASM-SR) is a new indigenous anti-ship missile developed by DRDO. It was successfully flight-tested from an Indian Navy helicopter, marking a significant step in enhancing the Navy's anti-surface warfare capabilities.

Rustom-2, officially known as TAPAS BH-201, is an indigenous MALE UAV developed by DRDO. It is designed for intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) missions and is being evaluated for potential use by all three services, including maritime surveillance for the Navy.

The Indian Navy's primary area of operation and strategic focus is the Indian Ocean Region (IOR). Enhanced drone surveillance capabilities are crucial for monitoring maritime traffic, potential threats, and ensuring security across this vast and strategically vital region.

The Indian Navy is in the process of acquiring MQ-9B SeaGuardian drones from the United States to significantly boost its long-range maritime surveillance, reconnaissance, and strike capabilities, particularly in the Indian Ocean Region. This acquisition is a key part of India's efforts to modernize its naval assets.

By providing more accurate climate predictions and impact assessments, the AI system will bolster India's capabilities in disaster preparedness, mitigation, and building climate resilience.

The AI system leverages satellite imagery and vast meteorological datasets to analyze climate trends, predict future scenarios, and assess the impact of climate change.

The National Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasting (NCMRWF), under the Ministry of Earth Sciences, has developed and deployed an AI-driven climate monitoring system.