UPSC Daily Quiz for 21ˢᵗ April 2026

1) Which of the following factors contribute to Super El Niño?

1. Subsurface ocean heat buildup
2. Strong westerly wind bursts
3. Global warming

Select the correct answer using the code below:

2) With reference to Vishwa Sutra, consider the following statements:

1. It is an initiative to promote Indian handlooms globally.
2. It blends Indian weaves with global design elements.
3. It is implemented by the Ministry of Commerce.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

3) With reference to the ‘Yellow Line’ Security Strategy, consider the following statements:

1. It is an internationally recognized border.
2. It creates a buffer zone inside hostile territory.
3. It is under full military control of Israel.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

4) With reference to Mansar Lake, consider the following statements:

1. It is a freshwater lake located in Jammu & Kashmir.
2. It is situated in the Shivalik foothills.
3. It is located in Ladakh region.

Which of the statements given above is/are incorrect?

5) With reference to the revised guidelines issued by National Biodiversity Authority under the Biological Diversity Act, 2002, consider the following statements:

1. They regulate Access and Benefit Sharing (ABS) funds.
2. They provide guidelines for biological repositories.
3. They allow unrestricted commercial use of biological resources.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?