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Daily-mcqs 06 May 2025
Q1:
Consider the following two statements regarding genome-edited crops in India: Statement 1: Genome-edited crops in India are subject to the same strict safety approvals as genetically modified (GM) crops. Which one of the following options is correct?
Statement 2: SDN-1 and SDN-2 genome editing methods do not involve the insertion of foreign DNA.
A: Both statements are correct, and Statement 2 explains Statement 1
B: Both statements are correct, but Statement 2 does not explain Statement 1
C: Statement 1 is incorrect, but Statement 2 is correct
D: Statement 1 is correct, but Statement 2 is incorrect
Answer: C
Explanation:
Statement 1 is incorrect because genome-edited crops developed using SDN-1 and SDN-2 techniques are not treated the same as GM crops in India. In 2022, the Government of India exempted these categories from the strict biosafety regulations applicable to transgenic GM crops, recognizing their similarity to conventional breeding methods.
Statement 2 is correct. SDN-1 and SDN-2 methods involve precise alterations to the organism’s own DNA without introducing any foreign genetic material. This makes them fundamentally different from traditional GM techniques, which typically involve inserting genes from other organisms.
Q2:
Consider the following provisions under the Biological Diversity (Access to Biological Resources and Knowledge Associated thereto and Fair and Equitable Sharing of Benefits) Regulation, 2025: 1. Exemption from benefit-sharing for companies with turnover up to ₹5 crore. 2. Cultivated medicinal plants are fully exempted from benefit-sharing, regardless of recognition by MoEFCC. 3. Special benefit-sharing of up to 20% is mandated for Red Sanders and Sandalwood. 4. Digital sequence information (DSI) is excluded from the scope of the Regulation. How many of the above statements are correct?
A: Only one
B: Only two
C: Only three
D: All four
Answer: B
Explanation:
Statements 1 and 3 are correct. The Regulation provides full exemption from benefit-sharing for firms with turnover up to ₹5 crore (Statement 1) and allows benefit-sharing of 5–20% for threatened species like Red Sanders and Sandalwood (Statement 3). Statement 2 is incorrect because cultivated medicinal plants are exempt only if they are recognized by MoEFCC in consultation with the Ministry of AYUSH. Statement 4 is incorrect; the 2025 Regulation includes DSI (Digital Sequence Information) in its scope, aligning with global biodiversity frameworks post-COP16.
Q3:
Consider the following statements: Which one of the following is correct?
Statement 1: Belgium is India’s largest trading partner in the European Union.
Statement 2: Bilateral trade between India and Belgium reached over USD 15 billion in 2023–24.
A: Statement 1 is correct and Statement 2 is correct, and Statement 2 is the correct explanation of Statement 1
B: Statement 1 is correct and Statement 2 is correct, but Statement 2 is not the correct explanation of Statement 1
C: Statement 1 is incorrect but Statement 2 is correct
D: Both Statement 1 and Statement 2 are incorrect
Answer: C
Explanation:
Statement 1 is incorrect—Belgium is India’s 5th largest trading partner in the EU, not the largest. Statement 2 is correct—the bilateral trade did reach USD 15.07 billion in 2023–24. Hence, only Statement 2 is accurate.
Q4:
With reference to Angola, consider the following statements: 1. It has a significant coastline along the Atlantic Ocean. 2. It is a member of the Southern African Development Community (SADC). 3. It shares a border with the Democratic Republic of the Congo. 4. It is landlocked with no direct access to sea trade routes. How many of the above statements are correct?
A: Only one
B: Only two
C: Only three
D: All four
Answer: C
Explanation:
Statements 1, 2, and 3 are correct. Angola has a substantial Atlantic coastline, making it strategically important for maritime trade. It is a key member of the Southern African Development Community (SADC), which promotes regional economic integration. Angola also shares its northern border with the Democratic Republic of the Congo. However, Statement 4 is incorrect—Angola is not landlocked. Its coastal access is vital for both imports (especially crude oil exports) and regional logistics.
Q5:
Consider the following statements: Statement 1: The Vizhinjam Port will increase India’s container throughput capacity significantly. Which of the following is the correct answer?
Statement 2: The development of this port will reduce India’s dependence on transshipment hubs in neighboring countries like Sri Lanka and Singapore.
A: Statement 1 is correct and Statement 2 is correct, and Statement 2 is the correct explanation of Statement 1
B: Statement 1 is correct and Statement 2 is correct, but Statement 2 is not the correct explanation of Statement 1
C: Statement 1 is incorrect but Statement 2 is correct
D: Both Statement 1 and Statement 2 are incorrect
Answer: A
Explanation:
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