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Daily-mcqs 22 Apr 2026

Current Affairs MCQs for UPSC & State PSC Exams 22 Apr 2026

Current Affairs MCQs for UPSC & State PSC Exams

Q1:

With reference to the Marine Spatial Planning (MSP) recently implemented in Odisha, consider the following statements:

Odisha is the first administrative unit in India to implement a pilot project for Marine Spatial Planning.

The plan is a collaborative initiative between the Government of Odisha and the National Centre for Coastal Research (NCCR).

It is supported internationally through the Indo-Norway Integrated Ocean Initiative.

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

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Answer: C

Explanation:

Statement 1 is incorrect: While Odisha is the first full-fledged state to implement the MSP, pilot projects were earlier implemented in the Union Territories of Puducherry and Lakshadweep.

Statement 2 is correct: The implementation is a joint effort between the state government and the NCCR, which falls under the Ministry of Earth Sciences.

Statement 3 is correct: The framework is part of the Indo-Norway Integrated Ocean Initiative, stemming from a 2019 Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between India and Norway to promote sustainable ocean management.

Q2:

With reference to the recently discovered snake species Calamaria garoensis, consider the following statements:

It is a venomous reed snake endemic to the Western Ghats biodiversity hotspot.

It was identified through collaborative research involving the Zoological Survey of India (ZSI).

The species is primarily fossorial, meaning it lives underground or within leaf litter.

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

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Answer: C

Explanation:

Statement 1 is incorrect: While it is a reed snake, it is non-venomous. Furthermore, it was discovered in the Garo Hills of Meghalaya, which is part of the Indo-Burma Biodiversity Hotspot, not the Western Ghats.

Statement 2 is correct: The discovery was a result of collaborative efforts between multiple institutions, including the Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) and Help Earth.

Statement 3 is correct: Calamaria garoensis belongs to the genus Calamaria, which are known as "reed snakes." These are secretive, small snakes that lead a hidden lifestyle, typically found underground (fossorial) or tucked away in forest leaf litter.

Q3:

The Garo Hills, recently in the news for the discovery of a new reptilian species, is characterized by which of the following ecological features?

It forms a part of the Indo-Burma Biodiversity Hotspot.

It consists primarily of dense tropical and subtropical forests.

It is known for a high diversity of herpetofauna (reptiles and amphibians).

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

A: 1 and 2 only

B: 1 and 3 only

C: 2 and 3 only

D: 1, 2, and 3

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Answer: D

Explanation:

Statement 1 is correct: The Garo Hills in Meghalaya are a vital component of the Indo-Burma Biodiversity Hotspot, which is recognized globally for its high levels of biological endemism and richness.

Statement 2 is correct: The region is dominated by dense tropical and subtropical forest ecosystems, providing the specific micro-habitats required for secretive species like reed snakes.

Statement 3 is correct: The Northeast region, including the Garo Hills, is a major hub for herpetofauna. The discovery of Calamaria garoensis reinforces the fact that many reptilian species in these underexplored habitats remain undocumented by science.

Q4:

With reference to the “designer rice” developed by CSIR – National Institute for Interdisciplinary Science and Technology, consider the following statements:

It has been developed using genetic modification to enhance protein content.

It involves restructuring rice by reducing starch and incorporating protein and micronutrients.

The technology utilizes broken rice as a raw material, promoting a circular economy.

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

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Answer: C

Explanation:

Statement 1 is incorrect: The designer rice is not genetically modified. It is developed using food-processing technology, making it different from GM crops.

Statement 2 is correct: Scientists essentially restructured rice grains by removing a portion of starch and adding protein and micronutrients like iron, folic acid, and Vitamin B12, thereby improving nutritional value.

Statement 3 is correct: The process uses broken rice (a byproduct of milling), aligning with the concept of a circular economy, where waste is reused efficiently.

Q5:

With reference to Glycemic Index (GI), consider the following statements:

Glycemic Index measures how quickly carbohydrate-containing foods raise blood glucose levels.

Foods with a low GI help in preventing rapid spikes in blood sugar and are beneficial for diabetics.

Glycemic Load (GL) considers only the quality of carbohydrates and not the quantity consumed.

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

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Answer: A

Explanation:

Statement 1 is correct: GI ranks foods (0–100) based on how quickly they raise blood glucose levels, and it applies only to carbohydrate-containing foods.

Statement 2 is correct: Low GI foods (GI < 55), like the designer rice, release glucose slowly, helping prevent sudden spikes—beneficial for diabetics and metabolic health.

Statement 3 is incorrect: Glycemic Load (GL) considers both the quality (GI) and quantity of carbohydrates consumed. It gives a more realistic measure of a food’s impact on blood sugar.