Environment & Ecology MCQs India 2026

1.

The 'All India Tiger Estimation' report, a crucial document for tracking tiger numbers, is typically released by which organization?

A Wildlife Institute of India (WII)

B National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA)

C Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC)

D All of the above

2.

Which of the following is a key factor contributing to the remarkable growth of the tiger population in India's protected reserves?

A Increased human encroachment into tiger habitats

B Effective conservation strategies and habitat management

C Reduced anti-poaching efforts

D Decline in prey base due to habitat degradation

3.

According to the latest comprehensive tiger census data available in 2026, what is the approximate total tiger population in India?

A Around 2,500

B Around 3,000

C Around 3,500

D Around 4,000

4.

What is a major policy initiative by the Indian government to promote solar power adoption, which has contributed to its capacity growth?

A National Electric Mobility Mission Plan

B Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana

C National Solar Mission (now part of National Mission for Enhanced Energy Efficiency)

D Jawaharlal Nehru National Solar Mission

5.

Which international agreement serves as a primary driver for India's accelerated solar power capacity expansion?

A Kyoto Protocol

B Paris Agreement

C Montreal Protocol

D Basel Convention

6.

As of 2026, what is India's approximate installed solar power capacity, reflecting its commitment to climate goals?

A Around 100 GW

B Around 150 GW

C Around 200 GW

D Around 250 GW

7.

What is the significance of 'indigenous' development in India's defense sector?

A To increase dependence on foreign imports

B To achieve Atmanirbhar Bharat (Self-reliant India) in defense

C To reduce the defense budget

D To stop all military training

8.

Which organization is responsible for the development of India's next-gen indigenous missile systems?

A ISRO

B HAL

C DRDO

D BHEL

9.

What is the primary focus of the next-generation indigenous missile system recently unveiled by DRDO in 2026?

A Long-range ballistic missile defense

B Hypersonic cruise capability

C Underwater torpedo launch

D Satellite destruction

10.

Which naval platforms from India typically participate in the Varuna exercise?

A Only Submarines

B Only Aircraft Carriers

C Guided missile frigates, tankers, and maritime patrol aircraft

D Only Coast Guard vessels

MCQs 2026