Which of the following is a primary pillar of the India-EU Strategic Partnership as emphasized in the 2026 dialogue?
A Space Exploration and Defense
B Green Transition and Digital Cooperation
C Agricultural Subsidies and Trade Barriers
D Maritime Security in the Arctic
Answer: B
The 2026 India-EU dialogue focused on strengthening the strategic partnership through sustainable development, green energy transition, and digital infrastructure collaboration.
82.
What is the target for India's logistics cost as a percentage of GDP, as envisioned by the National Logistics Policy (NLP)?
A To reduce it to below 5%.
B To bring it down to the global average of 8% by 2030.
C To maintain it at the current level of 13-14%.
D To increase it to support infrastructure development.
Answer: B
A key objective of the National Logistics Policy is to reduce India's logistics cost from the current 13-14% of GDP to a global average of around 8% by 2030, thereby making Indian goods more competitive in domestic and international markets.
83.
Which of the following digital initiatives is a key component of the National Logistics Policy (NLP) aimed at integrating various digital systems in the logistics sector?
A Unified Logistics Interface Platform (ULIP)
B Goods and Services Tax Network (GSTN)
C National Single Window System (NSWS)
D DigiLocker
Answer: A
The Unified Logistics Interface Platform (ULIP) is a crucial digital initiative under the NLP designed to integrate various digital services and data from different ministries, departments, and private players in the logistics sector, providing a single window for all logistics-related information and services.
84.
When was the National Logistics Policy (NLP) launched in India, and what is its primary objective?
A 2014; To promote Make in India initiative.
B 2018; To boost exports and reduce trade deficit.
C 2022; To reduce logistics costs and improve India's logistics efficiency.
D 2020; To integrate all modes of transportation.
Answer: C
The National Logistics Policy (NLP) was launched in September 2022 with the primary objective of reducing logistics costs as a percentage of GDP, improving India's ranking in the Logistics Performance Index, and enhancing the efficiency of the logistics ecosystem through various initiatives.
85.
Which government initiative is actively promoting the use of digital technologies, including AI, for the transformation of the Indian agricultural sector by 2026?
A Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY)
B Digital Agriculture Mission (DAM)
C National Food Security Mission (NFSM)
D e-NAM (National Agriculture Market)
Answer: B
The Digital Agriculture Mission (DAM) is a key government initiative focused on leveraging digital technologies, including AI, IoT, and Blockchain, to create an integrated digital ecosystem for agriculture, aiming to enhance efficiency, productivity, and farmer welfare. While e-NAM uses digital platforms, DAM is specifically designed for broader digital transformation including AI.
86.
What is a key benefit for Indian farmers adopting AI-driven solutions in agriculture?
A Reduced dependency on manual labor and increased automation.
B Optimized use of resources like water and fertilizers, leading to cost savings.
C Enhanced access to real-time market prices and demand forecasts.
D All of the above.
Answer: D
AI integration in agriculture offers multiple benefits, including more efficient resource management (water, fertilizers), reduced labor costs through automation, and improved market linkages through data-driven insights, ultimately leading to increased profitability and sustainability for farmers.
87.
Which of the following is a significant application of Artificial Intelligence (AI) that is showing promising results for Indian farmers by 2026?
A Predictive analytics for crop yield and disease detection.
B Automated drone-based pesticide spraying.
C AI-powered chatbots for farmer advisory services.
D All of the above.
Answer: D
AI is being integrated into various aspects of Indian agriculture, including using predictive analytics for better crop management, drone technology for precision farming, and AI-powered advisory services to provide timely and accurate information to farmers, all of which are showing promising results.
88.
What is the primary focus of 'Digital India 2.0' regarding cybersecurity and data protection in the evolving digital landscape?
A Implementing a robust national cybersecurity framework and data governance policy.
B Promoting open-source software development for government applications.
C Establishing international partnerships for digital infrastructure sharing.
D Focusing solely on increasing internet penetration in rural areas.
Answer: A
With the acceleration of digital transformation, cybersecurity and data protection become paramount. Digital India 2.0 places a strong emphasis on strengthening India's cybersecurity posture and implementing comprehensive data governance policies to safeguard digital assets and citizen data.
89.
Which of the following is a key pillar of 'Digital India 2.0' that focuses on leveraging emerging technologies for governance and public services?
A Digital Infrastructure as a Core Utility to Every Citizen
B Government & Services on Demand
C India's Techade: AI, Blockchain, and Quantum Computing for Public Good
D Digital Empowerment of Citizens
Answer: C
While all options are related to the broader Digital India vision, 'India's Techade: AI, Blockchain, and Quantum Computing for Public Good' represents a forward-looking pillar of Digital India 2.0, emphasizing the integration of advanced emerging technologies to enhance governance and public service delivery, building on the foundation of the original program's pillars.
90.
Which of the following is a primary objective of 'Digital India 2.0', launched by MeitY to accelerate digital transformation by 2026?
A Enhancing digital literacy and skill development across all demographics.
B Expanding the reach of high-speed internet connectivity to every village.
C Promoting advanced technologies like AI, Blockchain, and IoT for citizen services.
D All of the above.
Answer: D
Digital India 2.0 aims to build upon the success of the original Digital India program by focusing on deeper penetration of digital services, leveraging advanced technologies, enhancing digital literacy, and expanding digital infrastructure to ensure inclusive growth and accelerate India's digital transformation by 2026.
