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Daily-mcqs 02 Mar 2026
Q1:
With reference to the recent escalation between Pakistan and Afghanistan, consider the following statements: 1. The tensions are primarily centered around disputes related to the Durand Line. 2. Pakistan has accused the Afghan Taliban government of sheltering Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) militants. 3. The Taliban government has formally recognized the Durand Line as the international border. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A: 1 and 2 only
B: 1 and 3 only
C: 2 and 3 only
D: 1, 2, and 3
Answer: A
Explanation:
Statement 1 – Correct: The Durand Line has been a long-standing source of tension between the two countries. Recent clashes and cross-border firing are linked to this contested boundary.
Statement 2 – Correct: Pakistan has accused the Taliban regime of allowing the TTP to operate from Afghan territory.
Statement 3 – Incorrect: The Taliban government has historically not formally recognized the Durand Line as a legitimate international border.
Q2:
With reference to INS Anjadip, consider the following statements: 1. It is an aircraft carrier designed for blue-water naval operations. 2. It is part of the Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC) project. 3. It is specifically designed for anti-submarine operations in littoral waters. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A: 1 and 2 only
B: 1 and 3 only
C: 2 and 3 only
D: 1, 2, and 3
Answer: C
Explanation:
Statement 1 – Incorrect: INS Anjadip is not an aircraft carrier. It is a shallow-water anti-submarine warfare vessel.
Statement 2 – Correct: It is the fourth vessel under the ASW-SWC project.
Statement 3 – Correct: It is designed to detect and neutralize submarines in littoral (coastal) waters, which are strategically sensitive.
Q3:
Which of the following features are associated with INS Anjadip? 1. Hull-mounted sonar “Abhay” 2. Lightweight torpedoes 3. Ballistic missile launch capability 4. High-speed water-jet propulsion Select the correct answer:
A: 1 and 2 only
B: 1,3 and 4 only
C: 1, 2 and 4 only
D: 1, 2, 3 and 4
Answer: C
Explanation:
Statement 1 – Correct: It carries hull-mounted sonar Abhay for submarine detection.
Statement 2 – Correct: Equipped with lightweight torpedoes for anti-submarine combat.
Statement 3 – Incorrect: It does not have ballistic missile capability (that is associated with nuclear submarines like SSBNs).
Statement 4 – Correct: Water-jet propulsion enables high manoeuvrability in shallow waters.
Q4:
With reference to the Very Short-Range Air Defence System (VSHORADS), consider the following statements: 1. It is a man-portable air defence missile system. 2. It has been developed indigenously by DRDO’s Research Centre Imarat (RCI). 3. It is designed only for the Indian Army. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A: 1 and 2 only
B: 1 and 3 only
C: 2 and 3 only
D: 1, 2, and 3
Answer: A
Explanation:
Statement 1 – Correct: VSHORADS is a man-portable air defence system (MANPADS) designed for frontline deployment.
Statement 2 – Correct: It is developed by DRDO’s Research Centre Imarat (RCI) along with other DRDO labs and industry partners.
Statement 3 – Incorrect: It is designed for tri-service use — Army, Navy, and Air Force.
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