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Daily-mcqs 10 Mar 2026
Q1:
With reference to the Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ), consider the following statements: 1. The EEZ of a country extends from the baseline of its coast to 12 nautical miles into the sea. 2. A nation has exclusive rights only over non-living resources within its EEZ. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A: 1 only
B: 2 only
C: Both 1 and 2
D: None
Answer: D
Explanation:
Statement 1 is incorrect: The Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) of a country extends up to 200 nautical miles from the baseline of its coast. The 12 nautical mile limit refers specifically to the Territorial Sea, where a coastal state has full sovereignty.
Statement 2 is incorrect: A nation has sovereign rights over both living and non-living resources within its EEZ. This includes exclusive rights to explore, exploit, conserve, and manage biological resources (like fisheries) as well as mineral resources (like oil, gas, and seabed minerals) and energy production from water, currents, and winds.
Q2:
With reference to MILAN-2026, consider the following statements: 1. It was organised by the Indian Navy. 2. Navies of more than 50 countries participated. 3. The first edition was held in 2005 at Visakhapatnam. How many of the statements given above are correct?
A: Only one
B: Only two
C: All three
D: None
Answer: B
Explanation:
Statement 1 is correct: MILAN-2026 is a biennial multilateral naval exercise hosted and organized by the Indian Navy.
Statement 2 is correct: The 2026 edition saw record participation, with navies from 74 countries (more than 50) and approximately 85 ships involved.
Statement 3 is incorrect: The first edition of Exercise MILAN was held in 1995 at Port Blair, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, not in 2005 at Visakhapatnam. Although recent editions (2022, 2024, and 2026) have been held at Visakhapatnam, the inaugural edition was much earlier.
Q3:
A recent study published in Geophysical Research Letters highlighted the acceleration of global warming. Consider the following statements: 1. The global temperature rise increased from about 0.2°C per decade (1970–2015) to about 0.35°C per decade after 2015. 2. Scientists removed the influence of El Niño, volcanic eruptions, and solar radiation changes to identify the long-term warming trend. 3. Aerosols increase global warming because they trap heat like greenhouse gases. 4. According to research, Weakening carbon sinks such as forests and oceans can contribute to faster global warming. Which of the statements given above are correct?
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: Warming accelerated from ~0.2°C/decade (1970–2015) to ~0.35°C/decade after 2015.
Statement 2 – Correct: Researchers removed short-term influences like El Niño, volcanic eruptions, and solar variation to detect the long-term warming trend.
Statement 3 – Incorrect: Aerosols generally cool the climate by reflecting sunlight, not by trapping heat.
Statement 4 – Correct: Forests and oceans act as carbon sinks, and their weakening reduces CO₂ absorption, accelerating warming.
Q4:
With reference to the recent farm loan waiver announced in Maharashtra, consider the following statements: 1. The scheme is estimated to cost around ₹35,000 crore and aims to benefit nearly 30 lakh farmers. 2. The scheme provides an additional ₹50,000 incentive to farmers who regularly repaid their loans. 3. Farm loan waivers generally cover loans from both banks and informal lenders like moneylenders. 4. The Reserve Bank of India has warned that repeated loan waivers may weaken credit discipline. Which of the statements given above are correct?
A: 1 and 2 only
B: 1,2 and 4 only
C: 2 ,3 and 4 only
D: 1, 2, 3 and 4
Answer: B
Explanation:
Statement 1 – Correct: The Maharashtra scheme is worth about ₹35,000 crore and may benefit around 30 lakh farmers.
Statement 2 – Correct: Farmers with good repayment records receive an additional ₹50,000 incentive.
Statement 3 – Incorrect: Loan waivers usually apply only to institutional loans (banks/cooperatives), not to informal loans from moneylenders.
Statement 4 – Correct: The Reserve Bank of India has cautioned that repeated waivers may weaken credit discipline and create moral hazard.
Q5:
With reference to the Strait of Hormuz, consider the following statements: 1. It lies between Iran and Oman and connects the Persian Gulf with the Gulf of Oman. 2. Nearly 20% of global oil trade passes through this maritime route. 3. The strait is controlled entirely by the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC). Which of the statements given above 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 Strait of Hormuz lies between Iran and Oman and links the Persian Gulf to the Gulf of Oman and Arabian Sea.
Statement 2 – Correct: Around one-fifth of the world’s oil trade passes through it, making it one of the most critical energy chokepoints.
Statement 3 – Incorrect: The strait is an international waterway and is not controlled by OPEC. Individual coastal states and international maritime laws govern navigation.
Q6:
With reference to India’s oil import dependence and global crude price shocks, consider the following statements: 1. India imports more than 85% of its crude oil requirements. 2. Higher crude oil prices can widen the current account deficit and increase inflation in India. 3. India is among the top three crude oil importers in the world. Which of the statements given above 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:
Statement 1 – Correct: India imports over 85% of its crude oil, making it highly vulnerable to international price fluctuations.
Statement 2 – Correct: Higher oil prices increase the import bill, widen the Current Account Deficit (CAD), and contribute to inflation through higher transport and production costs.
Statement 3 – Correct: India is the third-largest crude oil importer globally, after China and the United States.
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