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Daily-mcqs 16 Dec 2025
Q1:
With reference to the SHANTI Bill, 2025, consider the following statements: 1. It allows private sector participation in nuclear power generation in India. 2. It permits State Governments to operate nuclear power plants independently. 3. It aims to consolidate existing atomic energy laws into a single legal framework. 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: B
Explanation:
Statement 1 – Correct: The SHANTI Bill authorises private companies to participate across the nuclear value chain, including power generation.
Statement 2 – Incorrect: Even under the SHANTI Bill, State Governments are not explicitly allowed to independently operate nuclear plants; regulation remains with the Union due to strategic and safety considerations.
Statement 3 – Correct: The Bill proposes a unified legal framework, consolidating existing atomic energy legislation to improve regulatory clarity.
Q2:
The SHANTI Bill’s nuclear expansion strategy is closely linked to which of the following national targets? 1. Achieving 100 GW of nuclear power capacity by 2047 2. Net-zero carbon emissions by 2070 3. Reducing dependence on renewable energy sources Select the correct answer using the code below:
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 Bill supports the goal of 100 GW nuclear capacity by 2047.
Statement 2 – Correct: Nuclear power aids India’s net-zero target by 2070 as a low-carbon baseload source.
Statement 3 – Incorrect: Nuclear energy is intended to complement, not replace, renewable energy.
Q3:
With reference to the recent findings of the Global Coral Reef Monitoring Network (GCRMN), consider the following statements: 1. Hard coral cover in the Caribbean has declined by nearly 50% since the 1980s. 2. The Caribbean region contains less than 5% of the world’s total coral reef area. 3. Coral reefs support nearly one-third of all marine species. 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: B
Explanation:
Statement 1 – Correct: GCRMN reports a ~50% decline in hard coral cover between 1980 and 2024.
Statement 2 – Incorrect: The Caribbean accounts for about 9.7% of the world’s coral reef area, not less than 5%.
Statement 3 – Correct: Coral reefs support nearly one-third of marine species, despite covering less than 1% of the ocean floor.
Q4:
Which of the following human-induced factors has intensified coral reef decline in the Caribbean? 1. Coastal population growth 2. Nutrient runoff and pollution 3. Introduction of invasive species like lionfish Select the correct answer using the code below:
A: 1 and 2 only
B: 1 and 3 only
C: 2 and 3 only
D: 1, 2, and 3
Answer: D
Explanation:
All of the factors is responsible for decline of coral reefs. Coastal population within 20 km of reefs grew by 27.6% (2000–2020).
Increased pollution promotes algal blooms.
Invasive species like lionfish and soft corals displace native reef organisms.
Q5:
With reference to the National Makhana Board (NMB), consider the following statements: 1. It is a statutory body established under an Act of Parliament. 2. It aims to promote research, value addition, branding, and export of makhana. 3. It provides institutional support to makhana farmers and processors. 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: C
Explanation:
Statement 1 – Incorrect: The National Makhana Board is a government body, not a statutory authority created by a separate Act.
Statements 2 and 3 – Correct: The NMB focuses on research, technology adoption, farmer support, value addition, branding, and export promotion.
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