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Daily-mcqs 09 Jan 2026
Q1:
Withdrawal of the United States from organisations such as the UNFCCC, IPCC, and ISA is most likely to result in: 1. Reduced credibility of global climate governance mechanisms 2. Enhanced leadership role for emerging economies like India and China 3. Immediate collapse of international climate negotiations 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. US exit weakens financial, political, and scientific leadership in climate governance.
Statement 2: Correct. A leadership vacuum allows India, EU, and China to shape norms.
Statement 3: Incorrect. Climate negotiations continue despite withdrawals; institutions are resilient.
Q2:
India recently became the first country to commercially produce bio bitumen. In this context, consider the following statements: 1. Bio bitumen is produced entirely from crude oil using improved refining techniques. 2. Bio bitumen can be blended with conventional petroleum bitumen for road construction. 3. Agricultural residues such as paddy straw can be used as feedstock for bio bitumen. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A: 1 and 2 only
B: 2 only
C: 2 and 3 only
D: 1, 2, and 3
Answer: C
Explanation:
Statement 1: Incorrect. Bio bitumen is derived from biomass residues, not crude oil.
Statement 2: Correct. Bio bitumen is blended (20–30%) with conventional bitumen after performance testing.
Statement 3: Correct. Paddy straw and other agricultural residues are key feedstocks.
Q3:
With reference to the pyrolysis process used in bio bitumen production, consider the following statements: 1. Pyrolysis involves heating biomass in the presence of oxygen. 2. The process yields bio oil, gases, and char. 3. Bio oil obtained from pyrolysis is refined and used in bio bitumen. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A: 1 and 2 only
B: 2 only
C: 2 and 3 only
D: 1, 2, and 3
Answer: C
Explanation:
Statement 1: Incorrect. Pyrolysis occurs in the absence of oxygen.
Statements 2 & 3: Correct. The bio-oil can be upgraded/refined and used as a binder or modifier in bio-bitumen, partly replacing petroleum bitumen.
Q4:
With reference to the Census of India 2027, consider the following statements: 1. The first phase of Census 2027 will be conducted between April and September 2026. 2. The first phase involves enumeration of individuals along with their socio-economic characteristics. 3. The Census of India is conducted under the administrative control of the Ministry of Home Affairs. 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: Correct. Phase I (Houselisting and Housing Census) is scheduled from April 1 to September 30, 2026.
Statement 2: Incorrect. Individual enumeration happens in Phase II, not Phase I.
Statement 3: Correct. Census is conducted by the Registrar General & Census Commissioner under MHA.
Q5:
With reference to ISRO, consider the following statements: 1. ISRO was established in 1969 under the leadership of Dr. Vikram Sarabhai. 2. ISRO functions under the Ministry of Science & Technology. 3. The Department of Space reports directly to the Prime Minister. 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: correct ISRO (Indian Space Research Organisation) was indeed founded in 1969, and Dr. Vikram Sarabhai is regarded as its father.
Statement 2: Incorrect. ISRO functions under the Department of Space, which is not under the Ministry of Science & Technology.
Statement 3: Correct. The Department of Space (DoS) reports directly to the Prime Minister of India, bypassing other ministries.
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