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Daily-mcqs 06 Jan 2026
Q1:
With reference to the Indian Coast Guard Ship Samudra Pratap, consider the following statements: 1. It is India’s first indigenously designed Pollution Control Vessel (PCV). 2. It was commissioned in Kochi in January 2026. 3. It has an indigenous content of more than 60 percent. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A: 1 and 2 only
B: 2 only
C: 1 and 3 only
D: 1, 2, and 3
Answer: C
Explanation:
Statement 1 is correct: Samudra Pratap is India’s first indigenously designed PCV.
Statement 2 is incorrect: It was commissioned in Goa, not Kochi, on January 5, 2026.
Statement 3 is correct: The vessel has over 60% indigenous content, reflecting Atmanirbhar Bharat.
Q2:
Consider the following statements regarding the strategic importance of Pollution Control Vessels (PCVs) like Samudra Pratap: 1. They enhance India’s maritime domain awareness. 2. They contribute to protection of coastal livelihoods and marine biodiversity. 3. They reduce India’s dependence on foreign-built defence platforms. 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: D
Explanation:
PCVs improve monitoring and regulation of maritime activity.
Rapid pollution response protects ecosystems and coastal economies.
Indigenous construction supports self-reliance in defence manufacturing. Thus all statements are correct.
Q3:
Rice cultivation in India is primarily associated with which of the following agro-climatic requirements? 1. Temperature above 25°C 2. Rainfall between 100–200 cm 3. Low humidity and dry climate 4. Level or gently sloping floodplains Select the correct answer using the code below:
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:
Rice requires warm temperatures, high rainfall, and high humidity.
Level floodplains allow water retention, essential for paddy cultivation.
Statement 3 is incorrect because rice does not thrive in dry, low-humidity conditions.
Q4:
Consider the following statements regarding the recent DSIR funding reform: 1. The three-year existence requirement for startups has been removed. 2. Financial assistance has been reduced to encourage efficiency. 3. Startups will still be evaluated based on technological maturity. 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: B
Explanation:
Statement 1 is correct: The major reform is removal of the three-year track record condition.
Statement 2 is incorrect: The funding limit of ₹1 crore remains unchanged.
Statement 3 is correct: Evaluation continues to focus on innovation potential and technological readiness.
Q5:
Consider the following statements regarding Operation Absolute Resolve conducted by the U.S. in Venezuela: 1. The operation involved coordinated air and ground strikes across northern Venezuela. 2. It resulted in the capture of President Nicolás Maduro and his wife. 3. The operation was primarily aimed at regime change to install Juan Guaidó as president. 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 is correct: The operation involved airstrikes near Caracas and ground raids across northern Venezuela.
Statement 2 is correct: President Maduro and his wife were captured and flown to the U.S. to face federal drug charges.
Statement 3 is incorrect: The operation was justified by the U.S. as action against a narco-terrorist regime, not officially to install Guaidó, though he was the recognized interim president by the U.S.
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