MCQs - 2026-05

The prize is awarded to a work of fiction translated into English and published in the UK or Ireland.

The International Booker Prize shortlist traditionally consists of six books selected from the longlist.

Forest fires lead to severe ecological damage, including destruction of wildlife habitats, release of greenhouse gases contributing to air pollution, and disruption of vital ecosystem services like water regulation and soil conservation.

FSI reports frequently highlight the North-Eastern states and parts of Central India as highly vulnerable to forest fires due to their topography, vegetation type, and human activities.

FSI reports consistently link the rise in forest fires to climate change, which results in prolonged dry spells, higher temperatures, and increased frequency of heatwaves, creating conducive conditions for fires.

As per ISFR 2021, Andhra Pradesh showed the maximum increase in forest cover (647 sq km), followed by Telangana (632 sq km) and Odisha (537 sq km).

Recent FSI reports, such as the ISFR 2021, have indicated a marginal increase in India's total forest and tree cover, reflecting ongoing conservation and afforestation efforts.

The Forest Survey of India (FSI) is the principal organization responsible for assessing and monitoring the forest and tree resources of the country. Its biennial 'India State of Forest Report' (ISFR) provides comprehensive data on forest cover.

The DRDO's Counter-Drone System has been successfully deployed for security at various critical events, including the Republic Day Parade, Independence Day celebrations, and the G20 Summit, demonstrating its effectiveness in protecting vital installations and events.

The DRDO's Advanced Counter-Drone System integrates various technologies for detection (radar, RF sensors) and neutralization (RF jammers for soft-kill, lasers/kinetic systems for hard-kill). Advanced weather forecasting sensors are not a direct component of the counter-drone system's primary function of detecting and neutralizing hostile drones.