MCQs - 2026-09

The '30x30' target, a key component of the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework, aims to effectively conserve and manage at least 30% of the world's land and sea areas by 2030.

Habitat loss and degradation, driven by land-use change, agriculture, and urbanization, is consistently identified by UNEP and other scientific bodies as the leading direct driver of biodiversity loss.

The Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework (GBF) was adopted at COP15 in December 2022, setting ambitious goals and targets for 2030 and beyond, replacing the Aichi Targets. UNEP reports often assess progress towards such frameworks.

DRDO successfully conducted the test of the new generation Anti-Tank Guided Missile in March 2026, bolstering India's indigenous defense capabilities.

The new generation ATGM tested by DRDO boasts an extended range and an advanced guidance system, making it more effective against modern armored threats.

DRDO successfully tested the new generation 'Amogha-III' Anti-Tank Guided Missile, which is designed for enhanced target acquisition and penetration capabilities.

The advanced maritime security exercise 'Sea Guardian' was first conducted by the Indian Navy in 2024, with subsequent editions building on its success.

The 'Sea Guardian' exercise is designed to improve the ability of participating navies to work together effectively in various maritime security scenarios, including counter-terrorism and anti-piracy.

The 'Sea Guardian' exercise, conducted by the Indian Navy, involved participation from the United States, enhancing maritime security cooperation.

Quantum computing is expected to revolutionize drug discovery, material science, and complex optimization problems due to its ability to process vast datasets simultaneously.