Ten MCQs on current International and national events - 109

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A-Category MCQs -109

Q1. The India–New Zealand Strategic Partnership announced during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit primarily includes cooperation in:

1. Defence and maritime security.
2. Critical minerals and digital technologies.
3. Education, agriculture and clean energy.
4. Indo-Pacific security and resilient supply chains.

Select the correct answer:

(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1, 3 and 4 only
(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4

Correct Answer: (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4

Explanation: India and New Zealand elevated bilateral ties into a Strategic Partnership by adopting a Roadmap to 2030 and expanding cooperation in defence, maritime security, trade, education, agriculture, clean energy, digital technologies and Indo-Pacific security. The partnership reflects India's strategy of building resilient supply chains and stronger relations with trusted democratic partners. UPSC frequently links foreign policy with economic resilience, maritime security and Indo-Pacific cooperation.

Q2. The scientific finding that nearly one-fourth of India's monsoon rainfall evaporates before reaching the ground ("virga") mainly highlights the need for:

1. Climate-resilient agricultural planning.
2. Improved atmospheric and weather modelling.
3. Sustainable water conservation strategies.
4. Better irrigation and groundwater management.

Select the correct answer:

(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1, 3 and 4 only
(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4

Correct Answer: (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4