UPSC Daily Quiz 28 December 2025
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Question 1 of 10
1. Question
1 pointsThe Dulhasti Stage-II Hydropower Project, recently seen in the news, is proposed on which river?
Correct
Answer: b
Explanation:
A panel under the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change recently approved the 260-megawatt Dulhasti Stage-II hydropower project on the Chenab river in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kishtwar district.
About Dulhasti Stage-II Hydropower Project:
It is a 260-megawatt hydropower project proposed on the Chenab River in the Kishtwar District of Jammu and Kashmir.
It is an extension of the existing 390 MW Dulhasti Stage-I Hydroelectric Project (Dulhasti Power Station), which has been successfully operating since its commissioning in 2007 by the National Hydroelectric Power Corporation Limited.
Under the plan, water will be diverted from the Stage-I power station through a separate tunnel measuring 3,685 metres in length and 8.5 metres in diameter to form a horseshoe-shaped pondage for Stage-II.
The project also includes a surge shaft, a pressure shaft, and an underground powerhouse housing two 130 MW units, resulting in a total installed capacity of 260 MW and an annual energy generation.
The project is estimated to cost more than Rs 3,200 crore.
Hence option b is the correct answer.
News: https://www.tribuneindia.com/news/j-k/centre-clears-dulhasti-stage-ii-hydropower-project-on-chenab/
Incorrect
Answer: b
Explanation:
A panel under the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change recently approved the 260-megawatt Dulhasti Stage-II hydropower project on the Chenab river in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kishtwar district.
About Dulhasti Stage-II Hydropower Project:
It is a 260-megawatt hydropower project proposed on the Chenab River in the Kishtwar District of Jammu and Kashmir.
It is an extension of the existing 390 MW Dulhasti Stage-I Hydroelectric Project (Dulhasti Power Station), which has been successfully operating since its commissioning in 2007 by the National Hydroelectric Power Corporation Limited.
Under the plan, water will be diverted from the Stage-I power station through a separate tunnel measuring 3,685 metres in length and 8.5 metres in diameter to form a horseshoe-shaped pondage for Stage-II.
The project also includes a surge shaft, a pressure shaft, and an underground powerhouse housing two 130 MW units, resulting in a total installed capacity of 260 MW and an annual energy generation.
The project is estimated to cost more than Rs 3,200 crore.
Hence option b is the correct answer.
News: https://www.tribuneindia.com/news/j-k/centre-clears-dulhasti-stage-ii-hydropower-project-on-chenab/
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Question 2 of 10
2. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements regarding the Dhasan River, recently seen in the news:
- It is a tributary of the Betwa River.
- It flows in the Bundelkhand region of Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Answer: c
Explanation:
The National Green Tribunal (NGT), Principal Bench, New Delhi, recently dismissed an appeal challenging the cancellation of environmental clearance granted for sand mining in the river Dhasan in Jhansi district.
About Dhasan River:
It is a right bank tributary of the Betwa River, which itself is a tributary of the Yamuna.
It flows in the Bundelkhand region of Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh.
Course:
The river originates in Begumganj tehsil of Raisen district in Madhya Pradesh.
The river forms the southeastern boundary of the Lalitpur District of Uttar Pradesh state.
The total length of the river is 365 km, out of which 240 km lies in Madhya Pradesh, 54 km common boundary between Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh, and 71 km in Uttar Pradesh.
The river was known as the Dasharna in the ancient period.
Lehchura Dam is built on this river. It is primarily an irrigation dam providing water for agricultural use via the Dhasan Canal System (DCS).
Hence both statements are correct.
Incorrect
Answer: c
Explanation:
The National Green Tribunal (NGT), Principal Bench, New Delhi, recently dismissed an appeal challenging the cancellation of environmental clearance granted for sand mining in the river Dhasan in Jhansi district.
About Dhasan River:
It is a right bank tributary of the Betwa River, which itself is a tributary of the Yamuna.
It flows in the Bundelkhand region of Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh.
Course:
The river originates in Begumganj tehsil of Raisen district in Madhya Pradesh.
The river forms the southeastern boundary of the Lalitpur District of Uttar Pradesh state.
The total length of the river is 365 km, out of which 240 km lies in Madhya Pradesh, 54 km common boundary between Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh, and 71 km in Uttar Pradesh.
The river was known as the Dasharna in the ancient period.
Lehchura Dam is built on this river. It is primarily an irrigation dam providing water for agricultural use via the Dhasan Canal System (DCS).
Hence both statements are correct.
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Question 3 of 10
3. Question
1 pointsWhich ministry launched the Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS), recently seen in the news?
Correct
Answer: d
Explanation:
Installation of rooftop solar power plants is being expedited in Rajasthan under the revamped distribution sector scheme (RDSS) to reduce transmission and distribution losses and improve power supply quality.
About Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS):
It was launched by the Ministry of Power, Government of India, in July 2021, aimed at transforming the electricity distribution sector.
It is a Reforms-based and Results-linked Scheme with an outlay of Rs.3,03,758 crore over a period of five years from FY 2021-22 to FY 2025-26.
It seeks to modernise India’s power distribution sector through smart metering, network strengthening, and financial reforms, with the goal of creating financially sustainable and operationally efficient DISCOMs.
The scheme aims to reduce the Aggregate Technical and Commercial (AT&C) losses to pan-India levels of 12-15% and Gap between Average Cost of Supply (ACS) and Average Revenue Realised (ARR) to zero by 2024-25.
The Scheme has two major components:
Part A: Financial support for Prepaid Smart Metering & System Metering and upgradation of the Distribution Infrastructure.
Part B: Training & Capacity Building and other Enabling & Supporting Activities.
Financial assistance to DISCOMs is provided for upgradation of the Distribution Infrastructure and for Prepaid Smart Consumer Metering & System Metering based on meeting pre-qualifying criteria and achieving basic minimum benchmark in reforms.
Hence option d is the correct answer.
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Question 4 of 10
4. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements regarding the Ho Tribe, recently seen in the news:
- They are mostly concentrated in the states of Assam and Tripura.
- The majority of the Ho people follow Hinduism.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Answer: d
Explanation:
The Ho Samaj Yuva Mahasabha (AHSYM) recently called upon tribal people not to celebrate picnics but to observe ‘Black Day’ on January 1 and 2.
About Ho Tribe:
The Ho, or Kolha, people are an Austroasiatic Munda ethnic group of India.
They call themselves the Ho, Hodoko, and Horo, which mean ‘human’ in their own language.
Distribution:
They are mostly concentrated in the Kolhan region of Jharkhand and Odisha, where they constitute around 10.7% and 7.3% of the total Scheduled Tribe population, respectively, as of 2011.
Ho also inhabit adjacent areas in the neighboring states of Odisha, West Bengal, and Bihar.
They also live in Bangladesh and Nepal.
Language: Ho people speak the Ho language, an Austroasiatic language closely related to Mundari.
Occupation: The majority of the Ho tribe is involved in agriculture, either as landowners or labourers, while others are engaged in mining.
The men and women of this community wear very minimal dress. The women prefer to wear tribal jewelleries.
Women have higher status among the Ho than they do in most tribes.
Dance is very important in Ho culture. Most villages have a dedicated dancing ground, called akhra, usually consisting of a cleared space of hard ground under a spreading tree.
Traditional Ho music incorporates native instruments, including a dama (drum), dholak, dumeng (mandar), and the rutu (flute).
Religion:
The majority of the Ho have their own nature-based religion (Sarnaism) that doesn’t fit in with Hinduism.
They have a village priest called a deuri.
Hence both statements are not correct.
News:https://www.hindustantimes.com/cities/ranchi-news/ho-tribal-group-calls-for-black-day-observance-101766768204663.html
Incorrect
Answer: d
Explanation:
The Ho Samaj Yuva Mahasabha (AHSYM) recently called upon tribal people not to celebrate picnics but to observe ‘Black Day’ on January 1 and 2.
About Ho Tribe:
The Ho, or Kolha, people are an Austroasiatic Munda ethnic group of India.
They call themselves the Ho, Hodoko, and Horo, which mean ‘human’ in their own language.
Distribution:
They are mostly concentrated in the Kolhan region of Jharkhand and Odisha, where they constitute around 10.7% and 7.3% of the total Scheduled Tribe population, respectively, as of 2011.
Ho also inhabit adjacent areas in the neighboring states of Odisha, West Bengal, and Bihar.
They also live in Bangladesh and Nepal.
Language: Ho people speak the Ho language, an Austroasiatic language closely related to Mundari.
Occupation: The majority of the Ho tribe is involved in agriculture, either as landowners or labourers, while others are engaged in mining.
The men and women of this community wear very minimal dress. The women prefer to wear tribal jewelleries.
Women have higher status among the Ho than they do in most tribes.
Dance is very important in Ho culture. Most villages have a dedicated dancing ground, called akhra, usually consisting of a cleared space of hard ground under a spreading tree.
Traditional Ho music incorporates native instruments, including a dama (drum), dholak, dumeng (mandar), and the rutu (flute).
Religion:
The majority of the Ho have their own nature-based religion (Sarnaism) that doesn’t fit in with Hinduism.
They have a village priest called a deuri.
Hence both statements are not correct.
News:https://www.hindustantimes.com/cities/ranchi-news/ho-tribal-group-calls-for-black-day-observance-101766768204663.html
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Question 5 of 10
5. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements regarding the Buccal Mucosa Cancer (BMC), recently seen in the news:
- It is a type of oral cancer that originates in the throat.
- It primarily affects individuals with risk factors such as tobacco use and alcohol consumption.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Answer: b
Explanation:
Alcohol consumption, even in small amounts, significantly increases the risk of buccal mucosa cancer (BMC), a common and aggressive form of oral cancer in India, according to a recent study.
About Buccal Mucosa Cancer (BMC):
It refers to a type of oral cancer that originates in the inner lining of the cheeks, called the buccal mucosa.
It usually occurs in the thin, flat cells called squamous cells that line the buccal mucosa and other parts of the mouth. Hence, most BMC cases are Squamous Cell Carcinoma (SCC).
It is the predominant form of oral cancer in the Indian subcontinent.
It primarily affects individuals with risk factors such as tobacco use and alcohol use, which causes cellular changes in the cheek lining.
Symptoms commonly include persistent sores, lumps, pain, and difficulty chewing or moving the cheek.
Treatment options include surgery, radiation therapy, and chemotherapy, depending on the cancer stage.
Early detection is essential for improving prognosis and the buccal mucosa cancer survival rate.
5-year survival rates for oral cavity cancers (including buccal mucosa) are roughly in the range of 60–70% overall.
Hence only statement 2 is correct.
Incorrect
Answer: b
Explanation:
Alcohol consumption, even in small amounts, significantly increases the risk of buccal mucosa cancer (BMC), a common and aggressive form of oral cancer in India, according to a recent study.
About Buccal Mucosa Cancer (BMC):
It refers to a type of oral cancer that originates in the inner lining of the cheeks, called the buccal mucosa.
It usually occurs in the thin, flat cells called squamous cells that line the buccal mucosa and other parts of the mouth. Hence, most BMC cases are Squamous Cell Carcinoma (SCC).
It is the predominant form of oral cancer in the Indian subcontinent.
It primarily affects individuals with risk factors such as tobacco use and alcohol use, which causes cellular changes in the cheek lining.
Symptoms commonly include persistent sores, lumps, pain, and difficulty chewing or moving the cheek.
Treatment options include surgery, radiation therapy, and chemotherapy, depending on the cancer stage.
Early detection is essential for improving prognosis and the buccal mucosa cancer survival rate.
5-year survival rates for oral cavity cancers (including buccal mucosa) are roughly in the range of 60–70% overall.
Hence only statement 2 is correct.
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Question 6 of 10
6. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements regarding Plasser’s Quick Relaying System:
- It is modern semi-mechanized system automatic machine used for quick railway track replacement.
- It helps longer track lengths to be renewed within shorter traffic blocks.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Answer: c
Explanation:
Recently, the Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) has achieved a major milestone in mechanised track renewal by recording its highest-ever single-day output of 1,033 track metres using Plasser’s Quick Relaying System.
- It is a modern semi-mechanized system automatic machineused for quick railway track replacement.
- It aims to speed up track renewal while minimizing traffic disruption, enhancing safety, reliability, and maintenance efficiency.
- Features of Plasser’s Quick Relaying System:
- It consists of self-propelled cranes which move on an auxiliary track of 3400 mm gauge having the same centre line as that of track to be relayed.
- These portal cranes are capable of self-loading and unloading from BFRs (Bogie Flat Wagons).
- High Lifting Capacity: Newer models can lift up to 9 tonnes, handling 13m PRC sleeper panels.
- Uses: The system is widely used for new track construction as well as the modernisation of existing track infrastructure.
- Benefits of the system:
- Renewal time: It helps longer track lengths to be renewed within shorter traffic blocks.
- Cost-Effective: It is cost effective, as it reduces manual labor and lifecycle maintenance costs.
Hence both statements are correct.
News: https://ddnews.gov.in/en/northeast-frontier-railway-sets-new-record-in-mechanised-track-renewal/
Incorrect
Answer: c
Explanation:
Recently, the Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) has achieved a major milestone in mechanised track renewal by recording its highest-ever single-day output of 1,033 track metres using Plasser’s Quick Relaying System.
- It is a modern semi-mechanized system automatic machineused for quick railway track replacement.
- It aims to speed up track renewal while minimizing traffic disruption, enhancing safety, reliability, and maintenance efficiency.
- Features of Plasser’s Quick Relaying System:
- It consists of self-propelled cranes which move on an auxiliary track of 3400 mm gauge having the same centre line as that of track to be relayed.
- These portal cranes are capable of self-loading and unloading from BFRs (Bogie Flat Wagons).
- High Lifting Capacity: Newer models can lift up to 9 tonnes, handling 13m PRC sleeper panels.
- Uses: The system is widely used for new track construction as well as the modernisation of existing track infrastructure.
- Benefits of the system:
- Renewal time: It helps longer track lengths to be renewed within shorter traffic blocks.
- Cost-Effective: It is cost effective, as it reduces manual labor and lifecycle maintenance costs.
Hence both statements are correct.
News: https://ddnews.gov.in/en/northeast-frontier-railway-sets-new-record-in-mechanised-track-renewal/
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Question 7 of 10
7. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements regarding Somaliland :
- It borders Djibouti, Ethiopia and the Puntland region.
- It shares its coastline with Indian Ocean.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Answer: c
Explanation:
Recently, Israel formally recognised the self-declared Republic of Somaliland as an independent and sovereign state.
- Location: It is located in the Horn of Africa. It shares its coastal border with Indian Ocean.
- Bordered by: It is borders Djibouti, Ethiopia, Somalia, and the Puntland region, with a strategic coastline along the Gulf of Aden.
- Historical Background of Somaliland:
- Somaliland was a British protectorate from the late 19th century.
- On 26 June 1960, it gained independence as the State of Somaliland.
- It united with Italian Somaliland on 1 July 1960 to form the Somali Republic.
- Northern regions faced political marginalization, economic disparities, and administrative neglect under the Somali government.
- Siad Barre’s regime (1970s-80s) intensified repression, leading to civil war and mass displacement in the north.
- In 1991, following state collapse, Somaliland declared independence, establishing its own political institutions.
- Capital City:Hargeisa
- Governance: It functions as a de facto independent state with its own constitution, elected government, judiciary, security forces, currency, and national symbols.
- Governance combines modern democratic institutions with traditional clan-based mechanisms, ensuring stability and conflict resolution.
- It has a bicameral legislature, including the House of Elders (Guurti), and conducts regular elections contributing to institutional legitimacy.
- Port: Berbera Port is being developed as a regional trade and logistics corridor, particularly serving landlocked Ethiopia.
- Economy: The economy is largely livestock-based, with exports to Gulf countries forming a major revenue source.
Hence both statements are correct.
News: https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/israel-becomes-first-country-to-formally-recognise-somaliland-as-independent-state/article70441372.ece
Incorrect
Answer: c
Explanation:
Recently, Israel formally recognised the self-declared Republic of Somaliland as an independent and sovereign state.
- Location: It is located in the Horn of Africa. It shares its coastal border with Indian Ocean.
- Bordered by: It is borders Djibouti, Ethiopia, Somalia, and the Puntland region, with a strategic coastline along the Gulf of Aden.
- Historical Background of Somaliland:
- Somaliland was a British protectorate from the late 19th century.
- On 26 June 1960, it gained independence as the State of Somaliland.
- It united with Italian Somaliland on 1 July 1960 to form the Somali Republic.
- Northern regions faced political marginalization, economic disparities, and administrative neglect under the Somali government.
- Siad Barre’s regime (1970s-80s) intensified repression, leading to civil war and mass displacement in the north.
- In 1991, following state collapse, Somaliland declared independence, establishing its own political institutions.
- Capital City:Hargeisa
- Governance: It functions as a de facto independent state with its own constitution, elected government, judiciary, security forces, currency, and national symbols.
- Governance combines modern democratic institutions with traditional clan-based mechanisms, ensuring stability and conflict resolution.
- It has a bicameral legislature, including the House of Elders (Guurti), and conducts regular elections contributing to institutional legitimacy.
- Port: Berbera Port is being developed as a regional trade and logistics corridor, particularly serving landlocked Ethiopia.
- Economy: The economy is largely livestock-based, with exports to Gulf countries forming a major revenue source.
Hence both statements are correct.
News: https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/israel-becomes-first-country-to-formally-recognise-somaliland-as-independent-state/article70441372.ece
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Question 8 of 10
8. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements regarding the Nitrate:
- It is naturally found in air, soil, water, and some food.
- It is used in food preservation and pharmaceutical medications.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Answer: c
Explanation:
According to a submission by Central Groundwater Board, over 20% of groundwater samples collected in Delhi in 2023 had nitrate levels exceeding the permissible limit of 45 mg/l.
- It is a compound of nitrogen and oxygen.
- It is naturally found in air, soil, water, and some food.
- Plants and animals require nitrates for their survival and growth, and the human body also produces this compound.
- Applications of Nitrate:
- In industry, nitrate is used as fertilizers for crops and lawns.
- Nitrates are used in food preservation, certain pharmaceutical medications, as well as the manufacture of munitions and explosives.
- Impact of Nitrate Contamination:
- It gets into water from fertilizer in runoff, manure from animal feeding operations and wastewater treatment plant discharge.
- Health: Excessive nitrate in groundwater causes methemoglobinemia, reducing the ability of red blood cells to carry oxygen, particularly affecting infants and vulnerable populations.
- Environment: Elevated nitrate levels in groundwater can lead to algal blooms in lakes and ponds, severely degrading aquatic ecosystems by depleting oxygen and harming biodiversity.
Hence both statements are correct.
News: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/delhi/groundwater-report-sounds-alarm-over-nitrate-contamination/articleshow/126193618.cms
Incorrect
Answer: c
Explanation:
According to a submission by Central Groundwater Board, over 20% of groundwater samples collected in Delhi in 2023 had nitrate levels exceeding the permissible limit of 45 mg/l.
- It is a compound of nitrogen and oxygen.
- It is naturally found in air, soil, water, and some food.
- Plants and animals require nitrates for their survival and growth, and the human body also produces this compound.
- Applications of Nitrate:
- In industry, nitrate is used as fertilizers for crops and lawns.
- Nitrates are used in food preservation, certain pharmaceutical medications, as well as the manufacture of munitions and explosives.
- Impact of Nitrate Contamination:
- It gets into water from fertilizer in runoff, manure from animal feeding operations and wastewater treatment plant discharge.
- Health: Excessive nitrate in groundwater causes methemoglobinemia, reducing the ability of red blood cells to carry oxygen, particularly affecting infants and vulnerable populations.
- Environment: Elevated nitrate levels in groundwater can lead to algal blooms in lakes and ponds, severely degrading aquatic ecosystems by depleting oxygen and harming biodiversity.
Hence both statements are correct.
News: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/delhi/groundwater-report-sounds-alarm-over-nitrate-contamination/articleshow/126193618.cms
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Question 9 of 10
9. Question
1 pointsWith reference to Shipbuilding Financial Assistance Scheme, consider the following:
- It is aimed at strengthening India’s domestic shipbuilding capacity.
- It is an initiative of the union Ministry of Commerce and Industry.
- Under this scheme, ship owners scrapping vessels at Indian yards will receive a credit equivalent to 40% of the scrap value.
How many of the above statements are correct?
Correct
Answer: b
Explanation:
Recently, the Ministry of Ports, Shipping & Waterways (MoPSW) notified the operational guidelines for two major shipbuilding initiatives—the Shipbuilding Financial Assistance Scheme (SBFAS) and the Shipbuilding Development Scheme (SbDS).
- It is aimed at strengthening India’s domestic shipbuilding capacity and improving global competitiveness.
- Time Period: It will remain valid until March 31, 2036.
- Nodal Ministry: Ministry of Ports, Shipping & Waterways
- Features of Shipbuilding Financial Assistance Scheme:
- Financial Assistance: The government will provide financial assistance ranging from 15% to 25% per vessel, depending on the vessel category.
- Graded Support: The scheme introduces graded support for small normal, large normal and specialised vessels, with stage-wise disbursement linked to defined milestones and backed by security instruments.
- Shipbreaking Credit Note: Under this, ship owners scrapping vessels at Indian yards will receive a credit equivalent to 40% of the scrap value.
- It provides for the establishment of a National Shipbuilding Mission to ensure coordinated planning and execution of shipbuilding initiatives.
Hence only statements 1 and 3 are correct.
Incorrect
Answer: b
Explanation:
Recently, the Ministry of Ports, Shipping & Waterways (MoPSW) notified the operational guidelines for two major shipbuilding initiatives—the Shipbuilding Financial Assistance Scheme (SBFAS) and the Shipbuilding Development Scheme (SbDS).
- It is aimed at strengthening India’s domestic shipbuilding capacity and improving global competitiveness.
- Time Period: It will remain valid until March 31, 2036.
- Nodal Ministry: Ministry of Ports, Shipping & Waterways
- Features of Shipbuilding Financial Assistance Scheme:
- Financial Assistance: The government will provide financial assistance ranging from 15% to 25% per vessel, depending on the vessel category.
- Graded Support: The scheme introduces graded support for small normal, large normal and specialised vessels, with stage-wise disbursement linked to defined milestones and backed by security instruments.
- Shipbreaking Credit Note: Under this, ship owners scrapping vessels at Indian yards will receive a credit equivalent to 40% of the scrap value.
- It provides for the establishment of a National Shipbuilding Mission to ensure coordinated planning and execution of shipbuilding initiatives.
Hence only statements 1 and 3 are correct.
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Question 10 of 10
10. Question
1 pointsVallanadu Wildlife sanctuary, recently in news, is located in:
Correct
Answer: d
Explanation:
The blackbuck (Antilope cervicapra) population at the Vallanadu sanctuary has witnessed a surge, recording a total of 300.
- Location: It is located in the state of Tamil Nadu.
- It was established to protect blackbuck antelopes.
- Vegetation: Vallanadu Sanctuary is a scrub forest area that is spread over 16.41 sq km.
- Fauna: Blackbuck, Spotted Deer, Bonnet Macaque, Jungle Cat, Small Indian Civet, Black-naped Hare; Rose-ringed Parakeet; Common Indian Monitor Lizard etc. are found here.
- Flora: Acacia Albizia amara, Zizyphus sp, Azadirachta indica, Carissa carandus, Euphorbia acalypha etc.
Hence option (d) is the correct answer.
News: https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/Madurai/blackbuck-population-rises-to-300-in-vallanadu-sanctuary/article70443429.ece
Incorrect
Answer: d
Explanation:
The blackbuck (Antilope cervicapra) population at the Vallanadu sanctuary has witnessed a surge, recording a total of 300.
- Location: It is located in the state of Tamil Nadu.
- It was established to protect blackbuck antelopes.
- Vegetation: Vallanadu Sanctuary is a scrub forest area that is spread over 16.41 sq km.
- Fauna: Blackbuck, Spotted Deer, Bonnet Macaque, Jungle Cat, Small Indian Civet, Black-naped Hare; Rose-ringed Parakeet; Common Indian Monitor Lizard etc. are found here.
- Flora: Acacia Albizia amara, Zizyphus sp, Azadirachta indica, Carissa carandus, Euphorbia acalypha etc.
Hence option (d) is the correct answer.
News: https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/Madurai/blackbuck-population-rises-to-300-in-vallanadu-sanctuary/article70443429.ece
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