1. Q. Which of the following is NOT a participant in the 'AntarikshaAbhyas 2024' exercise?

• Defence Space Agency (DSA)
• Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)
• Defence Intelligence Agency (DIA)
• Indian Meteorological Department (IMD)

2. Q. Which of the following is a unique characteristic of Diclipterapolymorpha?

• It exhibits a dual-blooming pattern triggered by seasonal changes and grassland fires.
• It is a nocturnal species that blooms only at night.
• It thrives in aquatic ecosystems.
• It can only survive in tropical rainforests.

3. Q. What is the primary driver behind India’s hidden costs from agrifood systems, as per the report?

• High subsidies on agricultural inputs
• Climate change impacts on agriculture
• Environmental degradation from farming practices
• Unhealthy dietary patterns leading to non-communicable diseases (NCDs)

4. Q. Which location in India was chosen for testing life support systems in the First Mars and Moon Analog Mission due to its unique climate?

• Sikkim
• Leh, Ladakh
• Jaisalmer, Rajasthan
• Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve, Uttarakhand

5. Q. What is the primary objective of the newly developed biodegradable nanocoating for fertilizers?

• To increase the amount of fertilizer used in agricultural fields
• To ensure slow release of nutrients, thereby enhancing fertilizer efficiency
• To make fertilizers more resistant to weather changes
• To reduce the cost of fertilizer production