Prelims Mantra (Practice Questions) (28/01/2026)

Question 1 of 11

1. Question

Which of the following statements about India Energy Week 2026 is/are correct?

1. It is a platform focused exclusively on fossil fuel expansion in India.

2. The event emphasizes international cooperation on clean energy transition.

3. Ethanol blending in India has reached just under 20% as a part of energy policies.

Select the correct answer using the code below:

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

Question 2 of 11

2. Question

The inclusion of ethanol blending targets and gas infrastructure expansion in India’s energy planning primarily helps achieve:

a) Reduction of trade deficit through fossil fuel imports
b) Improved energy access and sustainable fuel use
c) Centralization of energy markets under public sector units
d) Elimination of all crude oil use in transport

Question 3 of 11

3. Question

Consider the following statements:

1. India–EU strategic engagements include cooperation in defence and security sectors.

2. Agreements with the EU are isolated from India’s other regional trade deals.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2

Question 4 of 11

4. Question

“Wings India” is associated with which sector?

a) Renewable Energy
b) Civil Aviation and Aerospace
c) Marine Fisheries
d) Nanotechnology

Question 5 of 11

5. Question

Which of the following technologies is essential for robots like ASC ARJUN in public infrastructure?

1. Artificial Intelligence (AI)

2. Face Recognition Systems

3. Blockchain transaction validation

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

Question 6 of 11

6. Question

The Aralam Butterfly Sanctuary is located in which state of India?

a) Tamil Nadu
b) Karnataka
c) Andhra Pradesh
d) Kerala

Question 7 of 11

7. Question

The Western Ghats, where Aralam Butterfly Sanctuary is located, is classified as:

a) A UNESCO Global Geopark
b) A biodiversity hotspot
c) A Ramsar site
d) A UNESCO World Heritage Site

Question 8 of 11

8. Question

The “Day Zero” concept is associated with:

a) Peak industrial output level
b) Critical depletion of water resources
c) Highest temperature threshold during heatwaves
d) Zero carbon emissions target

Question 9 of 11

9. Question

Which factor most significantly contributes to a “Day Zero” scenario?

a) Increased urban greenery
b) Higher literacy rates
c) Growth in renewable energy use
d) Over-extraction of groundwater

Question 10 of 11

10. Question

Which of the following is part of the White Revolution 2.0 initiatives?

1. National Programme for Dairy Development

2. National Livestock Mission

3. Smart Cities Mission

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

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

Question 11 of 11

11. Question

What is an End-of-Life Vehicle (ELV) in the context of environmental management?

a) A vehicle that exceeds 10 years of age only
b) A vehicle no longer roadworthy or declared as waste
c) A vehicle with engine modifications
d) Any vehicle exported for reuse abroad

Prelims Mantra (Practice Questions) (28/01/2026)