UPSC Daily Quiz 8 August 2026
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Question 1 of 10
1. Question
1 pointsKambalakonda Wildlife Sanctuary, recently in news located in which of the following states?
Correct
Answer: a
Explanation:
Andhra Pradesh High Court recently agreed to advance the hearing of a public interest litigation (PIL) for protecting Kambalakonda Wildlife Sanctuary, Mudasarlova drinking water reservoir, and the surrounding natural water streams in Visakhapatnam.
About Kambalakonda Wildlife Sanctuary:
- It is located near Visakhapatnam city in the state of Andhra Pradesh.
- Spread across the rolling Eastern Ghats, it covers more than 70 sq.km.
- The sanctuary derives its name from the local hillock Kambalakonda.
- Topography: It constitutes a hilly terrain having steep slopes.
- Vegetation: It hosts dry evergreen forests, a highly threatened and unique forest type seen only in Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh in India.
- Flora:
- Several species of flora found in the sanctuary are representatives of Eastern Ghats.
- Some of the prominent species of flora include Abrus precatorius, Grewia tiliaefolia, Catunaregam spinosa, Tectona grandis, and others.
- One of the most stunning flowers found in the region includes the Indian screw tree.
- Other flowers and fruits, like flowers of the Bush plum tree, Jungle berry bunches, can be found all across the landscape.
- Fauna:
- Indian Leopard is regarded as the indicator species of the sanctuary.
- Other fauna include Indian Jackal, Chital, Indian Pangolin, Indian Muntjac, Indian Leopard, Partridges, Quails, Treepie, Asian Paradise-flycatcher, Chameleon, Indian Cobra and many more.
Hence option (a) is the correct answer.
Incorrect
Answer: a
Explanation:
Andhra Pradesh High Court recently agreed to advance the hearing of a public interest litigation (PIL) for protecting Kambalakonda Wildlife Sanctuary, Mudasarlova drinking water reservoir, and the surrounding natural water streams in Visakhapatnam.
About Kambalakonda Wildlife Sanctuary:
- It is located near Visakhapatnam city in the state of Andhra Pradesh.
- Spread across the rolling Eastern Ghats, it covers more than 70 sq.km.
- The sanctuary derives its name from the local hillock Kambalakonda.
- Topography: It constitutes a hilly terrain having steep slopes.
- Vegetation: It hosts dry evergreen forests, a highly threatened and unique forest type seen only in Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh in India.
- Flora:
- Several species of flora found in the sanctuary are representatives of Eastern Ghats.
- Some of the prominent species of flora include Abrus precatorius, Grewia tiliaefolia, Catunaregam spinosa, Tectona grandis, and others.
- One of the most stunning flowers found in the region includes the Indian screw tree.
- Other flowers and fruits, like flowers of the Bush plum tree, Jungle berry bunches, can be found all across the landscape.
- Fauna:
- Indian Leopard is regarded as the indicator species of the sanctuary.
- Other fauna include Indian Jackal, Chital, Indian Pangolin, Indian Muntjac, Indian Leopard, Partridges, Quails, Treepie, Asian Paradise-flycatcher, Chameleon, Indian Cobra and many more.
Hence option (a) is the correct answer.
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Question 2 of 10
2. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statement with regard to Delft Island:
- It is located in the Palk Strait off the northern coast of Sri Lanka
- There are no streams on the island.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Answer: c
Explanation:
The Sri Lanka Navy recently rescued 11 Indian fishermen after their trawler ran aground off Delft Island.
About Delft Island:
- Delft Island, also known as Neduntheevu, is located in the Palk Strait off the northern coast of Sri Lanka
- It lies south-southwest of the Jaffna peninsula.
- It is the biggest of the seven inhabitable islands in the region.
- The island’s area is 50 sq.km. Its length is 8 km, and its maximum width is about 6 km.
- A unique feature of this island is that it is flat and oval-shaped and is wind-swept at almost all times, which makes the place very soothing.
- It is surrounded by shallow waters and beaches of coral chunks and sand.
- There are no streams on the island. The major source of freshwater is surface water, which is collected in natural depressions and artificial ponds.
- On the island there are varied kinds of dry shrubs and semi-arid tropical plants. This island also has tall palm trees, which add to the overall beachy feel of the island.
- Located by people of Tamil origin, Delft Island has a rich history and heritage from the Chola dynasty, Dutch, Portuguese and British colonial period.
- Though there are ancient ruins of a temple, what is more evident in Delft Island’s recent history are the ruins of a Dutch colonial fort.
- It was the Dutch who named the island after the city of Delft in the Netherlands, and the name remains to this day in common usage.
Hence both statements 1 and 2 are correct.
Incorrect
Answer: c
Explanation:
The Sri Lanka Navy recently rescued 11 Indian fishermen after their trawler ran aground off Delft Island.
About Delft Island:
- Delft Island, also known as Neduntheevu, is located in the Palk Strait off the northern coast of Sri Lanka
- It lies south-southwest of the Jaffna peninsula.
- It is the biggest of the seven inhabitable islands in the region.
- The island’s area is 50 sq.km. Its length is 8 km, and its maximum width is about 6 km.
- A unique feature of this island is that it is flat and oval-shaped and is wind-swept at almost all times, which makes the place very soothing.
- It is surrounded by shallow waters and beaches of coral chunks and sand.
- There are no streams on the island. The major source of freshwater is surface water, which is collected in natural depressions and artificial ponds.
- On the island there are varied kinds of dry shrubs and semi-arid tropical plants. This island also has tall palm trees, which add to the overall beachy feel of the island.
- Located by people of Tamil origin, Delft Island has a rich history and heritage from the Chola dynasty, Dutch, Portuguese and British colonial period.
- Though there are ancient ruins of a temple, what is more evident in Delft Island’s recent history are the ruins of a Dutch colonial fort.
- It was the Dutch who named the island after the city of Delft in the Netherlands, and the name remains to this day in common usage.
Hence both statements 1 and 2 are correct.
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Question 3 of 10
3. Question
1 pointsWith reference to Everest Engine, consider the following statements:
- It is India’s first privately developed high-thrust FFSC engine
- It was developed by Defence Research and Development Organisation.
- It is powered by liquid oxygen and liquid methane.
How many of the above statements are correct?
Correct
Answer: b
Explanation:
Astrobase Space Technologies recently unveiled Everest, an 800 kN Full-Flow Staged Combustion rocket engine, as India’s private space sector targets reusable, high-cadence orbital launches.
About Everest Engine:
- It is an 800 kN Full-Flow Staged Combustion (FFSC) rocket engine.
- It was developed by Astrobase Space Technologies, a Bengaluru-based Indian space-tech startup.
- It is India’s first privately developed high-thrust FFSC engine.
- It is designed for reusable medium-lift launch vehicles, supporting precision control, faster turnaround, and improved launch economics.
- It is powered by liquid oxygen and liquid methane, a combination known as methalox, and is designed to produce about 800 kilonewtons of thrust in the vacuum of space.
What Is Full-Flow Combustion?
- In a conventional rocket engine, some of the hot gases produced during combustion are used to power the turbopumps that push fuel and oxidiser into the main combustion chamber.
- A full-flow engine takes this a step further.
- Both the fuel and oxygen are first partially burned in separate pre-burners, producing hot gases that drive their respective pumps before both flows enter the main combustion chamber.
- This allows the engine to operate efficiently at very high pressure while reducing stress on some components.
- The design is widely considered among the most advanced approaches to rocket propulsion.
- SpaceX is currently the only company to have flown an FFSC engine in an orbital rocket.
Hence only statement 1 and 3 are correct.
News: https://www.firstpost.com/business/astrobase-everest-800-kn-ffsc-rocket-engine-india-14036785.html
Incorrect
Answer: b
Explanation:
Astrobase Space Technologies recently unveiled Everest, an 800 kN Full-Flow Staged Combustion rocket engine, as India’s private space sector targets reusable, high-cadence orbital launches.
About Everest Engine:
- It is an 800 kN Full-Flow Staged Combustion (FFSC) rocket engine.
- It was developed by Astrobase Space Technologies, a Bengaluru-based Indian space-tech startup.
- It is India’s first privately developed high-thrust FFSC engine.
- It is designed for reusable medium-lift launch vehicles, supporting precision control, faster turnaround, and improved launch economics.
- It is powered by liquid oxygen and liquid methane, a combination known as methalox, and is designed to produce about 800 kilonewtons of thrust in the vacuum of space.
What Is Full-Flow Combustion?
- In a conventional rocket engine, some of the hot gases produced during combustion are used to power the turbopumps that push fuel and oxidiser into the main combustion chamber.
- A full-flow engine takes this a step further.
- Both the fuel and oxygen are first partially burned in separate pre-burners, producing hot gases that drive their respective pumps before both flows enter the main combustion chamber.
- This allows the engine to operate efficiently at very high pressure while reducing stress on some components.
- The design is widely considered among the most advanced approaches to rocket propulsion.
- SpaceX is currently the only company to have flown an FFSC engine in an orbital rocket.
Hence only statement 1 and 3 are correct.
News: https://www.firstpost.com/business/astrobase-everest-800-kn-ffsc-rocket-engine-india-14036785.html
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Question 4 of 10
4. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements with regard to International Day of the World’s Indigenous People:
- It is observed on 9 August.
- It was declared by the United Nations General Assembly in 1994.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Answer: c
Explanation:
Ahead of the International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples, also known as World Tribal Day, a two-day cultural festival showcasing the heritage of indigenous communities was held at Vellalar College for Women, Erode, Tamil Nadu.
About World Tribal Day:
- World Tribal Day, also referred to as International Day of World’s Indigenous People, is observed on August 9 every year to raise awareness and protect the rights of the world’s indigenous population.
- History:
- The origins of the International Day of the World’s Indigenous People date back to December 1994, when the United Nations General Assembly designated 9 August for this annual observance.
- This date holds symbolic significance as it marks the first meeting of the UN Working Group on Indigenous Populations of the Subcommission on the Promotion and Protection of Human Rights.
- This meeting took place in Geneva in 1982.
- World Tribal Day 2026 Theme: “Honouring Indigenous Midwives: Safeguarding Life and Well-being”
Key Facts:
- Indigenous peoples make up less than 6% of the world’s population but represent at least 15% of the extremely poor.
- They are the guardians of 28% of the Earth’s surface, which includes 11% of the world’s forests.
- Indigenous territories are home to most of the world’s remaining biodiversity.
- Their food systems are incredibly self-sufficient, producing 50-80% of their own food and resources.
Hence both statements 1 and 2 are correct.
Incorrect
Answer: c
Explanation:
Ahead of the International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples, also known as World Tribal Day, a two-day cultural festival showcasing the heritage of indigenous communities was held at Vellalar College for Women, Erode, Tamil Nadu.
About World Tribal Day:
- World Tribal Day, also referred to as International Day of World’s Indigenous People, is observed on August 9 every year to raise awareness and protect the rights of the world’s indigenous population.
- History:
- The origins of the International Day of the World’s Indigenous People date back to December 1994, when the United Nations General Assembly designated 9 August for this annual observance.
- This date holds symbolic significance as it marks the first meeting of the UN Working Group on Indigenous Populations of the Subcommission on the Promotion and Protection of Human Rights.
- This meeting took place in Geneva in 1982.
- World Tribal Day 2026 Theme: “Honouring Indigenous Midwives: Safeguarding Life and Well-being”
Key Facts:
- Indigenous peoples make up less than 6% of the world’s population but represent at least 15% of the extremely poor.
- They are the guardians of 28% of the Earth’s surface, which includes 11% of the world’s forests.
- Indigenous territories are home to most of the world’s remaining biodiversity.
- Their food systems are incredibly self-sufficient, producing 50-80% of their own food and resources.
Hence both statements 1 and 2 are correct.
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Question 5 of 10
5. Question
1 pointsDhansiri is a transboundary river running through the states of:
Correct
Answer: b
Explanation:
Assam’s ongoing flood crisis escalated recently with the Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA) issuing a critical public advisory for residents near the Dhansiri River in the Golaghat district.
About Dhansiri River:
- It is a transboundary river running through the states of Assam and Nagaland and forms an important tributary to the Brahmaputra
- Course:
- It originates from Laisang Peak of Nagaland.
- For the first 40 km from its source, the river flows in a northwesterly direction, and thereafter it flows northeast for about 76 km up to Dimapur.
- Beyond Dimapur, the direction of flow is generally northerly up to Golaghat in Assam, where the river takes an abrupt turn towards the northwest and ultimately joins the Brahmaputra at Dhansirimukh, Assam.
- Total Length: 352 km.
- Its total catchment area is 1,220 sq.km.
- Major Tributaries: Intaki River, Bara Monglu River, Langlong Nadi, and Amaluma Jan River.
- It flows through the Nagaland-Assam border harbouring rich flora and fauna. On one side is the Dhansiri Reserved Forest, and on the other is Intanki National Park.
Hence, option (b) is the correct answer.
News: https://pragnews.com/en/dhansiri-river-warning-issued-amidst-persistent-assam-flood-crisis
Incorrect
Answer: b
Explanation:
Assam’s ongoing flood crisis escalated recently with the Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA) issuing a critical public advisory for residents near the Dhansiri River in the Golaghat district.
About Dhansiri River:
- It is a transboundary river running through the states of Assam and Nagaland and forms an important tributary to the Brahmaputra
- Course:
- It originates from Laisang Peak of Nagaland.
- For the first 40 km from its source, the river flows in a northwesterly direction, and thereafter it flows northeast for about 76 km up to Dimapur.
- Beyond Dimapur, the direction of flow is generally northerly up to Golaghat in Assam, where the river takes an abrupt turn towards the northwest and ultimately joins the Brahmaputra at Dhansirimukh, Assam.
- Total Length: 352 km.
- Its total catchment area is 1,220 sq.km.
- Major Tributaries: Intaki River, Bara Monglu River, Langlong Nadi, and Amaluma Jan River.
- It flows through the Nagaland-Assam border harbouring rich flora and fauna. On one side is the Dhansiri Reserved Forest, and on the other is Intanki National Park.
Hence, option (b) is the correct answer.
News: https://pragnews.com/en/dhansiri-river-warning-issued-amidst-persistent-assam-flood-crisis
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Question 6 of 10
6. Question
1 pointsWith reference to AIM-260 Joint Advanced Tactical Missile (JATM), consider the following statements:
- It is a next-generation beyond-visual-range surface-to-air missile (BVRAAM).
- It is being developed by U.S. defence company Lockheed Martin.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Answer: b
Explanation:
Australia is poised to become the first international buyer of the AIM-260 Joint Advanced Tactical Missile (JATM), one of the US Air Force’s (USAF) best-kept secrets and unarguably its longest-range air-to-air missile.
About AIM-260 Joint Advanced Tactical Missile (JATM):
- It is a next-generation beyond-visual-range air-to-air missile (BVRAAM).
- It is being developed by S. defence company Lockheed Martin.
- It was developed as a top-secret Special Access Program, and therefore no definite details about its characteristics have been made public.
- The missile is optimized for long-range interception, particularly against high-value airborne assets and advanced fighters.
- Features:
- The missile is estimated to be about 4 m long.
- JATM is likely to utilize dual-pulse or advanced solid rocket propulsion.
- It is expected to have inertial mid-course guidance, a two-way datalink, a dual-mode terminal seeker and an effective range of at least 200 km (125 miles).
- It is expected to achieve high supersonic speeds, likely above Mach 4, enabling rapid engagement of distant and maneuvering targets.
Hence, only statement 2 is correct.
Incorrect
Answer: b
Explanation:
Australia is poised to become the first international buyer of the AIM-260 Joint Advanced Tactical Missile (JATM), one of the US Air Force’s (USAF) best-kept secrets and unarguably its longest-range air-to-air missile.
About AIM-260 Joint Advanced Tactical Missile (JATM):
- It is a next-generation beyond-visual-range air-to-air missile (BVRAAM).
- It is being developed by S. defence company Lockheed Martin.
- It was developed as a top-secret Special Access Program, and therefore no definite details about its characteristics have been made public.
- The missile is optimized for long-range interception, particularly against high-value airborne assets and advanced fighters.
- Features:
- The missile is estimated to be about 4 m long.
- JATM is likely to utilize dual-pulse or advanced solid rocket propulsion.
- It is expected to have inertial mid-course guidance, a two-way datalink, a dual-mode terminal seeker and an effective range of at least 200 km (125 miles).
- It is expected to achieve high supersonic speeds, likely above Mach 4, enabling rapid engagement of distant and maneuvering targets.
Hence, only statement 2 is correct.
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Question 7 of 10
7. Question
1 pointsBegonia neelamorum, recently in news, is a:
Correct
Answer: c
Explanation:
Researchers recently discovered a new begonia species named Begonia neelamorum in Arunachal Pradesh.
About Begonia neelamorum:
- It is a new species of perennial flowering plant.
- It belongs to the genus Begonia in the family Begoniaceae.
- It was discovered in the Keyi Panyor district of Arunachal Pradesh.
- The species was found growing on steep, moist rock walls along the Keyi River at an elevation of about 1,000 metres.
- It was after the Neelam clan of the Nyishi tribe.
- Researchers also recorded its Nyishi name, Kobiirhopu Baabra, linking the scientific discovery to the community closest to its habitat.
- The plant grows between 10 cm and 20 cm tall and has a single light-green, serrated leaf and white flowers.
Hence, option (c) is the correct answer.
Incorrect
Answer: c
Explanation:
Researchers recently discovered a new begonia species named Begonia neelamorum in Arunachal Pradesh.
About Begonia neelamorum:
- It is a new species of perennial flowering plant.
- It belongs to the genus Begonia in the family Begoniaceae.
- It was discovered in the Keyi Panyor district of Arunachal Pradesh.
- The species was found growing on steep, moist rock walls along the Keyi River at an elevation of about 1,000 metres.
- It was after the Neelam clan of the Nyishi tribe.
- Researchers also recorded its Nyishi name, Kobiirhopu Baabra, linking the scientific discovery to the community closest to its habitat.
- The plant grows between 10 cm and 20 cm tall and has a single light-green, serrated leaf and white flowers.
Hence, option (c) is the correct answer.
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Question 8 of 10
8. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements regarding Facility for Antiproton and Ion Research:
- It is a large multipurpose particle accelerator facility being built at Darmstadt, Germany.
- India is one of the founding members of this initiative.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Answer: c
Explanation:
Recently, the first of three units of beam catcher equipment, an integral part of the beam line has reached the International Mega Science Project, Facility for Antiproton and Ion Research (FAIR) site.
About Facility for Antiproton and Ion Research:
- It is a large multipurpose particle accelerator facility being built at Darmstadt, Germany.
- It is being developed and built in cooperation with international partners.
- It is an international accelerator facility for the research with antiprotons and ions
- India’s contribution to this is funded jointly (50:50) by the Department of Science and Technology (DST) and Department of Atomic Energy (DAE) of Government of India.
- Bose institute, Kolkata has been designated as the Indian shareholder in the FAIR GmbH and the nodal Indian Institution for the implementation of FAIR programme in India.
- Bose institute is an autonomous R&D Institute under the Department of Science & Technology, Ministry of Science & Technology, Government of India.
- India became one of the founding members of this initiative in 2010.
Hence both statements are correct.
News: https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleaseDetail.aspx?PRID=2296099®=3&lang=1
Incorrect
Answer: c
Explanation:
Recently, the first of three units of beam catcher equipment, an integral part of the beam line has reached the International Mega Science Project, Facility for Antiproton and Ion Research (FAIR) site.
About Facility for Antiproton and Ion Research:
- It is a large multipurpose particle accelerator facility being built at Darmstadt, Germany.
- It is being developed and built in cooperation with international partners.
- It is an international accelerator facility for the research with antiprotons and ions
- India’s contribution to this is funded jointly (50:50) by the Department of Science and Technology (DST) and Department of Atomic Energy (DAE) of Government of India.
- Bose institute, Kolkata has been designated as the Indian shareholder in the FAIR GmbH and the nodal Indian Institution for the implementation of FAIR programme in India.
- Bose institute is an autonomous R&D Institute under the Department of Science & Technology, Ministry of Science & Technology, Government of India.
- India became one of the founding members of this initiative in 2010.
Hence both statements are correct.
News: https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleaseDetail.aspx?PRID=2296099®=3&lang=1
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Question 9 of 10
9. Question
1 pointsWith reference to Slender-billed Vulture, consider the following statements:
- It is an Old World vulture species found in India and Bangladesh.
- It is categorized as endangered species under the IUCN Red List.
- Its population has declined mainly due to diclofenac toxicity in livestock carcasses.
How many of the above statements are correct?
Correct
Answer: b
Explanation:
Recently, five slender-billed vultures bred in captivity at the Bombay Natural History Society (BNHS)’s conservation facility in Assam were released into the wild.
About Slender-billed Vulture:
- The slender-billed vulture (Gyps tenuirostris ) is an Old World vulture species native to sub-Himalayan.
- Habitat: It is found in wetlands and wooded areas and also in open countryside.
- Distribution: It is found in India from the Gangetic plain north, west to Himachal Pradesh, south potentially as far as northern Odisha, and east through Assam.
- It is also found in north and central Bangladesh, southern Nepal, Myanmar, and Cambodia.
- Characteristics
- They are characterised by their long, slender necks, pale underparts and their dark, thin bills.
- Unlike other vultures, they are not that common in areas close to human habitation.
- Diet: They feed on carrion, and large flocks are often seen near carcasses.
- Behavior: It is very good at gliding and always away on search flights to find new food.
- Reasons for its population decline: These are exposed to diclofenac toxicity (and other Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs [NSAIDs]) through scavenging on the carcasses of largely cattle and buffalo that had been treated prior to death.
- Conservation Status:
- IUCN Red list: Critically Endangered
- Wildlife Protection Act 1972: Schedule I
Hence only statements 1 and 3 are correct.
News: https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/other-states/assam-records-worlds-first-ever-release-of-captive-bred-slender-billed-vultures/article71317644.ece
Incorrect
Answer: b
Explanation:
Recently, five slender-billed vultures bred in captivity at the Bombay Natural History Society (BNHS)’s conservation facility in Assam were released into the wild.
About Slender-billed Vulture:
- The slender-billed vulture (Gyps tenuirostris ) is an Old World vulture species native to sub-Himalayan.
- Habitat: It is found in wetlands and wooded areas and also in open countryside.
- Distribution: It is found in India from the Gangetic plain north, west to Himachal Pradesh, south potentially as far as northern Odisha, and east through Assam.
- It is also found in north and central Bangladesh, southern Nepal, Myanmar, and Cambodia.
- Characteristics
- They are characterised by their long, slender necks, pale underparts and their dark, thin bills.
- Unlike other vultures, they are not that common in areas close to human habitation.
- Diet: They feed on carrion, and large flocks are often seen near carcasses.
- Behavior: It is very good at gliding and always away on search flights to find new food.
- Reasons for its population decline: These are exposed to diclofenac toxicity (and other Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs [NSAIDs]) through scavenging on the carcasses of largely cattle and buffalo that had been treated prior to death.
- Conservation Status:
- IUCN Red list: Critically Endangered
- Wildlife Protection Act 1972: Schedule I
Hence only statements 1 and 3 are correct.
News: https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/other-states/assam-records-worlds-first-ever-release-of-captive-bred-slender-billed-vultures/article71317644.ece
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Question 10 of 10
10. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements regarding National Gopal Ratna Awards:
- These are country’s highest honours in the livestock and dairy sector.
- These are constituted by the Minister of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Answer: a
Explanation:
Recently, the department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying under the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry has invited nominations for the National Gopal Ratna Award 2026.
- NGRA are the country’s highest honours in the livestock and dairy sector.
- It was established under the Rashtriya Gokul Mission in 2021.
- The “Rashtriya Gokul Mission (RGM)”, was launched in December 2014, with a view to conserve and develop indigenous bovine breeds in a scientific manner.
- It was constituted by the Department of Animal Husbandry, and Dairying under the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying.
- Objective: It aims to encourage excellence among milk-producing farmers, dairy cooperatives, Milk Producer Companies (MPCs), Dairy Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs), and Artificial Insemination Technicians (AITs).
- The NGRA will be conferred in the following categories:
- Best Dairy farmer rearing indigenous cattle/buffalo breeds (list of registered breeds Annexed).
- Best Dairy Cooperative Society (DCS)/ Milk Producer Company (MPC)/Dairy Farmer Producer Organization (FPO).
- Best Artificial Insemination Technician (AIT).
- There is also a provision of Special award for the North Eastern Region (NER) and Himalayan States so as to encourage and boost the dairy development activities in these States/UTs.
- Cash Prize: The Award consists of a cash prize of 5 lakh for 1st rank, Rs. 3 lakh for 2nd rank, Rs. 2 lakh for 3rd rank and Rs. 2 lakh for Special Award for North Eastern Region, along with a Certificate of merit and a memento in the first two categories i.e Best Dairy Farmer and Best DCS/FPO/MPCs.
- In the Best Artificial Insemination Technician (AIT) category, NGA will consist of a Certificate of merit and a memento.
Hence only statement 1 is correct.
News: https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2296314®=48&lang=1#
Incorrect
Answer: a
Explanation:
Recently, the department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying under the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry has invited nominations for the National Gopal Ratna Award 2026.
- NGRA are the country’s highest honours in the livestock and dairy sector.
- It was established under the Rashtriya Gokul Mission in 2021.
- The “Rashtriya Gokul Mission (RGM)”, was launched in December 2014, with a view to conserve and develop indigenous bovine breeds in a scientific manner.
- It was constituted by the Department of Animal Husbandry, and Dairying under the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying.
- Objective: It aims to encourage excellence among milk-producing farmers, dairy cooperatives, Milk Producer Companies (MPCs), Dairy Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs), and Artificial Insemination Technicians (AITs).
- The NGRA will be conferred in the following categories:
- Best Dairy farmer rearing indigenous cattle/buffalo breeds (list of registered breeds Annexed).
- Best Dairy Cooperative Society (DCS)/ Milk Producer Company (MPC)/Dairy Farmer Producer Organization (FPO).
- Best Artificial Insemination Technician (AIT).
- There is also a provision of Special award for the North Eastern Region (NER) and Himalayan States so as to encourage and boost the dairy development activities in these States/UTs.
- Cash Prize: The Award consists of a cash prize of 5 lakh for 1st rank, Rs. 3 lakh for 2nd rank, Rs. 2 lakh for 3rd rank and Rs. 2 lakh for Special Award for North Eastern Region, along with a Certificate of merit and a memento in the first two categories i.e Best Dairy Farmer and Best DCS/FPO/MPCs.
- In the Best Artificial Insemination Technician (AIT) category, NGA will consist of a Certificate of merit and a memento.
Hence only statement 1 is correct.
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