MCQs - 2026-05

Global climate reports consistently indicate that rising temperatures are causing Himalayan glaciers to melt at an alarming rate.

Habitat fragmentation caused by infrastructure development, agriculture, and urbanization is a major threat to biodiversity in the Western Ghats.

Western Ghats is a biodiversity hotspot, and conservation efforts primarily focus on safeguarding its rich endemic flora and fauna.

The Western Ghats Biodiversity Conservation Program is a specific initiative focused on the unique biodiversity of this region.

Advanced technology allows for continuous monitoring of rugged and inaccessible terrain, which is crucial for border security.

Modern surveillance technology includes AI-integrated drones, thermal imaging, and advanced sensors for real-time monitoring.

The deployment is focused on the Northern Borders to enhance situational awareness and border management.

Their extreme speed combined with the ability to maneuver during flight makes them extremely difficult for current air defense systems to track and intercept.

Hypersonic missiles are capable of traveling at speeds greater than Mach 5 (five times the speed of sound).

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is the nodal agency for developing India's defense technologies, including hypersonic missiles.