MCQs on Environment & Ecology Current Affairs (July 2026)

1.

What is the 'Third Pole' in the context of climate change studies?

A The Arctic region

B The Antarctic region

C The Hindu Kush-Himalayan region

D The Andes mountain range

2.

Which phenomenon is identified as the major driver for the accelerated retreat of Himalayan glaciers in 2026?

A Increased volcanic activity in the region

B Anthropogenic global warming and black carbon deposition

C Decrease in solar radiation

D Increased tectonic plate movement

3.

According to recent 2026 reports, what is the primary consequence of accelerated Himalayan glacier retreat for downstream regions?

A Increased perennial water flow in all rivers

B Increased risk of Glacial Lake Outburst Floods (GLOFs) and seasonal water scarcity

C Expansion of agricultural land due to melting ice

D Decrease in global sea levels

4.

The National Climate Resilience Plan (NCRP) aligns with which international framework?

A Paris Agreement

B Kyoto Protocol

C Montreal Protocol

D Basel Convention

5.

What is the primary objective of the National Climate Resilience Plan (NCRP) introduced in 2026?

A To increase coal production for energy security

B To enhance adaptive capacity and reduce vulnerability to climate-induced disasters

C To promote industrialization in coastal regions

D To privatize national parks and wildlife sanctuaries

6.

Which ministry is primarily responsible for the implementation of India's National Climate Resilience Plan (NCRP) launched in 2026?

A Ministry of Earth Sciences

B Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change

C Ministry of Jal Shakti

D Ministry of Science and Technology

Environment & Ecology MCQs - 2026-07-26