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MCQs - 2026-05

1281.
The sixth session of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC-6) for a legally binding instrument on plastic pollution recently concluded. What is the primary objective of this treaty?
A To ban all single-use plastics globally by 2030.
B To reduce plastic production and consumption, and address plastic pollution throughout its lifecycle.
C To promote the development of biodegradable alternatives to plastics.
D To establish international standards for plastic recycling and waste management.
1282.
The deployment of new surveillance systems by the Indian Army along the northern borders is intended to bolster which aspect of national security?
A Economic Security
B Cyber Security
C Border Security and Intelligence Gathering
D Internal Law and Order
1283.
Which region is primarily being covered by the new surveillance systems deployed by the Indian Army along its northern borders?
A Southern Borders
B Eastern Borders
C Western Borders
D Northern Borders
1284.
The Indian Army has recently deployed new surveillance systems along its northern borders. What is the primary objective of this deployment?
A To conduct offensive operations
B To enhance border surveillance and early warning capabilities
C To facilitate cross-border trade
D To monitor weather patterns
1285.
Which organization is responsible for the development and testing of advanced missile systems like the hypersonic interceptor in India?
A Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL)
B Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL)
C Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)
D Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)
1286.
What is the primary capability of the advanced hypersonic missile interceptor successfully tested by DRDO?
A To launch ballistic missiles
B To intercept hypersonic missiles
C To conduct aerial surveillance
D To provide electronic warfare support
1287.
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) recently tested an advanced hypersonic missile interceptor. What is the name of this interceptor system?
A Prithvi
B Agni
C Ashwin
D Pravaah
1288.
In which region was the India-France joint military exercise 'Shakti-VI' primarily focused on joint operations?
A Desert Warfare
B Mountain Warfare
C Semi-urban Environment
D Jungle Warfare
1289.
Which edition of the India-France joint military exercise 'Shakti' concluded recently?
A Fourth
B Fifth
C Sixth
D Seventh
1290.
The joint military exercise 'Shakti-VI' between India and France recently concluded. Which of the following is true about this exercise?
A It was the 5th edition of the exercise.
B It was held in Rajasthan, India.
C It focused on counter-terrorism operations.
D It was conducted in the maritime domain.