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21 AUGUST 2026

Current Affairs ยท 5 Questions
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Question 1

Consider the following statements about Hara Mangrove Forests:

  1. They are located around Qeshm Island in Iran.
  2. They mainly consist of Avicennia marina.
  3. They are recognised as a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve.
  4. A recent oil spill poses a major threat to the ecosystem.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

  • A 1 and 2 only
  • B 1, 2 and 3 only
  • C 2, 3 and 4 only
  • D 1, 2, 3 and 4
โœ“ Correct Answer: Option D
Question 2

Consider the following statements about SAFTA:

  1. SAFTA came into force in 2006.
  2. It succeeded the SAARC Preferential Trading Arrangement (SAPTA).
  3. All SAFTA members receive preferential trade benefits regardless of the origin of goods.
  4. SAFTA provides for special and differential treatment for LDCs.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

  • A 1 and 2 only
  • B 1, 2 and 4 only
  • C 2 and 3 only
  • D 1, 3 and 4 only
โœ“ Correct Answer: Option B
Question 3

Q3. Consider the following statements about the C2S Programme:

  1. It was launched by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) in 2022.
  2. It focuses on developing semiconductor professionals at UG, PG and PhD levels.
  3. It promotes start-up incubation and technology transfer.
  4. It focuses only on theoretical classroom-based learning.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

  • A 1 and 2 only
  • B 1, 2 and 3 only
  • C 2, 3 and 4 only
  • D 1, 2, 3 and 4
โœ“ Correct Answer: Option B
Question 4

Which of the following is the primary objective of the Electronics Component Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS)?

  • A To promote domestic manufacturing of electronic components
  • B To provide free electricity to electronics industries
  • C To regulate imports of finished smartphones
  • D To promote only semiconductor chip design
โœ“ Correct Answer: Option A
Question 5

. Which of the following components are covered under projects approved under the Electronics Component Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS)?

  1. Metallised films
  2. Hermetic terminals
  3. Electrolyte additives
  4. Optical transceivers

Select the correct answer using the code below:

  • A 1 and 2 only
  • B 2 and 3 only
  • C 1, 2, 3 and 4
  • D 1, 3 and 4 only
โœ“ Correct Answer: Option C

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