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Daily-mcqs 09 Mar 2026
Q1:
Consider the following statements regarding the Striped Hyena: 1. The Striped Hyena is the only species of hyena found in the Indian subcontinent. 2. It primarily feeds as a scavenger but may also hunt small animals. 3. It is listed as Endangered on the IUCN Red List globally. 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 Striped Hyena (Hyaena hyaena) is the only hyena species found in the Indian subcontinent.
Statement 2 – Correct: It is primarily a scavenger, feeding on carrion, but it can hunt small animals when needed.
Statement 3 – Incorrect: Its IUCN Red List status is Near Threatened, not Endangered.
Q2:
With reference to the Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animals (CMS), consider the following statements: 1. It was adopted in 1979 under the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP). 2. Species listed in Appendix I require strict protection and prohibition of hunting. 3. Species listed in Appendix II require international cooperation for conservation. Which of the statements given above are correct?
A: 1 and 2 only
B: 2 only
C: 2 and 3 only
D: 1, 2, and 3
Answer: D
Explanation:
Statement 1 – Correct: CMS (also called the Bonn Convention) was adopted in 1979 under UNEP.
Statement 2 – Correct: Appendix I includes endangered migratory species requiring strict protection, habitat conservation, and prohibition of taking/hunting.
Statement 3 – Correct: Appendix II includes species needing international cooperation and agreements for conservation.
Q3:
With reference to Very Low Earth Orbit (VLEO), consider the following statements: 1. VLEO satellites operate roughly between 150 km and 450 km above the Earth. 2. VLEO lies above conventional Low Earth Orbit (LEO). 3. Satellites in VLEO experience noticeable atmospheric drag. 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:
Very Low Earth Orbit (VLEO) typically ranges between 150 km and 450 km altitude.
Statement 2 – Incorrect:
VLEO lies below traditional Low Earth Orbit (LEO).
VLEO: ~150–450 km
LEO: ~500–2000 km
Statement 3 – Correct:
Satellites in VLEO encounter thin atmospheric particles, causing atmospheric drag, which slows satellites down and requires propulsion to maintain orbit.
Q4:
With reference to the Viksit Bharat–Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Act, 2025, consider the following statements: 1. It guarantees 125 days of wage employment per rural household annually. 2. It replaced the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act, 2005. 3. The scheme is implemented by the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare. 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 Act guarantees 125 days of wage employment per financial year to rural households willing to undertake unskilled manual work.
Statement 2: Correct — The Act replaces MGNREGA (2005) as the new rural employment framework.
Statement 3: Incorrect — The scheme is implemented by the Ministry of Rural Development, not the Agriculture Ministry.
Q5:
Consider the following statements regarding the funding pattern of the VB-G RAM G Act, 2025: 1. The Centre and states share expenditure in a 60:40 ratio for most states. 2. For North-Eastern states, the funding ratio is 90:10. Which of the statements given above are correct?
A: 1 only
B: 2 only
C: Both 1 and 2
D: None
Answer: C
Explanation:
Statement 1: Correct — Funding is 60:40 between Centre and States for general states.
Statement 2: Correct — 90:10 ratio for North-Eastern and Himalayan states.
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