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1. What event has brought the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) into the spotlight recently?
A) Sports championship
B) Economic summit
C) December 20 election
D) Cultural festival
Answer: C) December 20 election
2. Who emerged victorious in the December 20 election in the DRC?
A) Etienne Tshisekedi
B) Moise Katumbi
C) Felix Tshisekedi
D) Joseph Kabila
Answer: C) Felix Tshisekedi
3. What percentage of the vote did President Tshisekedi secure in the recent election?
A) 55%
B) 65%
C) 73%
D) 82%
Answer: C) 73%
4. Who was President Tshisekedi’s closest rival in the election?
A) Etienne Tshisekedi
B) Moise Katumbi
C) Joseph Kabila
D) Laurent Kabila
Answer: B) Moise Katumbi
5. When did Felix Tshisekedi secure his first term as president?
A) 2017
B) 2018
C) 2019
D) 2020
Answer: C) 2019
6. Who was Felix Tshisekedi’s father, a veteran opposition leader?
A) Etienne Tshisekedi
B) Moise Katumbi
C) Joseph Kabila
D) Laurent Kabila
Answer: A) Etienne Tshisekedi
7. In which region is the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) located?
A) West Africa
B) East Africa
C) North Africa
D) Central Africa
Answer: D) Central Africa
8. What is the geographical significance of the DRC in Africa?
A) Smallest country in Africa
B) Largest country in sub-Saharan Africa
C) Landlocked country
D) Island nation
Answer: B) Largest country in sub-Saharan Africa
9. What type of landscape does the DRC have?
A) Desert
B) Mountainous
C) Coastal
D) Diverse
Answer: D) Diverse
10. What is a key characteristic of the DRC’s natural resources?
A) Scarcity
B) Abundance
C) Renewable
D) Technological
Answer: B) Abundance
11. Despite its potential wealth, what has marked the history of the DRC?
A) Economic prosperity
B) Political stability
C) Conflicts and instability
D) Technological advancements
Answer: C) Conflicts and instability
12. What has contributed to humanitarian crises in the DRC?
A) Educational reforms
B) Technological advancements
C) Exploitation of resources
D) Cultural exchanges
Answer: C) Exploitation of resources
13. Who is considered the largest country in sub-Saharan Africa?
A) Nigeria
B) Ethiopia
C) Democratic Republic of Congo
D) South Africa
Answer: C) Democratic Republic of Congo
14. What term does Felix Tshisekedi secure in the recent election?
A) Second term
B) Third term
C) Fourth term
D) First term
Answer: D) First term
15. What is the nationality of Moise Katumbi, President Tshisekedi’s closest rival?
A) Congolese
B) Rwandan
C) Angolan
D) Burundian
Answer: A) Congolese
16. Who was the predecessor of Felix Tshisekedi as the President of the DRC?
A) Joseph Kabila
B) Laurent Kabila
C) Mobutu Sese Seko
D) Patrice Lumumba
Answer: A) Joseph Kabila
17. In which year did Joseph Kabila leave the presidency before Tshisekedi’s term?
A) 2017
B) 2018
C) 2019
D) 2020
Answer: B) 2018
18. What political role did Etienne Tshisekedi play in the DRC?
A) President
B) Prime Minister
C) Opposition leader
D) Foreign Minister
Answer: C) Opposition leader
19. What is the historical significance of Etienne Tshisekedi in the DRC?
A) First President
B) Independence leader
C) Founding father
D) Veteran opposition leader
Answer: D) Veteran opposition leader
20. Which of the following is NOT a neighboring country of the Democratic Republic of Congo?
A) Angola
B) Tanzania
C) Sudan
D) Chad
Answer: C) Sudan
21. What term is commonly used to describe the DRC’s political situation before Tshisekedi’s victory?
A) Stability
B) Democracy
C) Instability
D) Autocracy
Answer: C) Instability
22. What resource has been a source of conflict in the DRC due to its abundance?
A) Gold
B) Diamond
C) Oil
D) Timber
Answer: B) Diamond
23. Which of the following statements about the DRC’s landscape is true?
A) It is entirely desert.
B) It is predominantly mountainous.
C) It is coastal on all sides.
D) It has a diverse landscape.
Answer: D) It has a diverse landscape.
24. What term is used to describe the exploitation of resources in the DRC?
A) Sustainable development
B) Resource management
C) Resource exploitation
D) Environmental conservation
Answer: C) Resource exploitation
25. Who is the son of veteran opposition leader Etienne Tshisekedi?
A) Moise Katumbi
B) Joseph Kabila
C) Felix Tshisekedi
D) Laurent Kabila
Answer: C) Felix Tshisekedi
26. What is the historical background of the DRC marked by?
A) Economic prosperity
B) Cultural exchange
C) Political instability
D) Technological advancements
Answer: C) Political instability
27. Which continent is the DRC located in?
A) Europe
B) Asia
C) Africa
D) South America
Answer: C) Africa
28. What is the current date of the provided information?
A) December 20, 2022
B) December 20, 2023
C) January 1, 2023
D) January 1, 2024
Answer: B) December 20, 2023
29. What is the key factor contributing to humanitarian crises in the DRC?
A) Educational reforms
B) Exploitation of resources
C) Technological advancements
D) Political stability
Answer: B) Exploitation of resources
30. What is the profession of Moise Katumbi, President Tshisekedi’s closest rival?
A) Politician
B) Businessman
C) Athlete
D) Scientist
Answer: B) Businessman
31. What is the term limit for the presidency in the DRC?
A) One term
B) Two terms
C) Three terms
D) No term limit
Answer: B) Two terms
32. Who is considered the founding father of the DRC?
A) Joseph Kabila
B) Patrice Lumumba
C) Mobutu Sese Seko
D) Felix Tshisekedi
Answer: B) Patrice Lumumba
33. What term is commonly associated with the political history of the DRC?
A) Colonialism
B) Imperialism
C) Apartheid
D) Monarchy
Answer: A) Colonialism
34. What is the predominant religion in the DRC?
A) Christianity
B) Islam
C) Hinduism
D) Buddhism
Answer: A) Christianity
35. Which river is one of the key geographical features in the DRC?
A) Nile River
B) Congo River
C) Niger River
D) Zambezi River
Answer: B) Congo River
36. What is the economic status of the DRC despite its potential wealth?
A) Developed
B) Developing
C) Underdeveloped
D) Stagnant
Answer: C) Underdeveloped
37. Who was the first President of the DRC after gaining independence?
A) Joseph Kabila
B) Laurent Kabila
C) Patrice Lumumba
D) Mobutu Sese Seko
Answer: C) Patrice Lumumba
38. Which neighboring country shares a border with the DRC to the east?
A) Angola
B) Tanzania
C) Sudan
D) Uganda
Answer: D) Uganda
39. What is the primary language spoken in the DRC?
A) English
B) French
C) Portuguese
D) Swahili
Answer: B) French
40. What is the political system of the DRC?
A) Democracy
B) Monarchy
C) Republic
D) Oligarchy
Answer: C) Republic
41. Which international body oversees elections in the DRC?
A) United Nations
B) African Union
C) European Union
D) International Monetary Fund
Answer: B) African Union
42. What is the capital city of the DRC?
A) Kinshasa
B) Brazzaville
C) Kigali
D) Luanda
Answer: A) Kinshasa
43. Who played a significant role in the exploitation of resources in the DRC during its colonial era?
A) European colonizers
B) Asian traders
C) Arab conquerors
D) African tribal leaders
Answer: A) European colonizers
44. What is the primary export commodity of the DRC?
A) Coffee
B) Cocoa
C) Diamonds
D) Oil
Answer: C) Diamonds
45. What is the term for the political ideology that emphasizes the interests and culture of a particular nation?
A) Nationalism
B) Globalism
C) Imperialism
D) Communism
Answer: A) Nationalism
46. Which international organization is often involved in peacekeeping efforts in the DRC?
A) NATO
B) UNICEF
C) WHO
D) MONUSCO
Answer: D) MONUSCO
47. What is the primary source of income for many people in the DRC?
A) Agriculture
B) Mining
C) Tourism
D) Manufacturing
Answer: B) Mining
48. Which political figure is associated with the “Zaire” era in the DRC?
A) Joseph Kabila
B) Laurent Kabila
C) Mobutu Sese Seko
D) Patrice Lumumba
Answer: C) Mobutu Sese Seko
49. What is the term for the exploitation of resources without concern for long-term environmental impact?
A) Sustainable development
B) Conservation
C) Deforestation
D) Overexploitation
Answer: D) Overexploitation
50. What is the primary cause of conflicts in the DRC?
A) Religious differences
B) Ethnic diversity
C) Linguistic disputes
D) Political ideology
Answer: B) Ethnic diversity
51. What is the primary objective of the ‘Divya Kala Mela’ organized by the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities?
a. Cultural promotion
b. Economic empowerment of Persons with Disabilities
c. Social awareness
d. Educational outreach
Answer: b. Economic empowerment of Persons with Disabilities
52. Which ministry is responsible for organizing the ‘Divya Kala Mela’?
a. Ministry of Finance
b. Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
c. Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment
d. Ministry of Commerce and Industry
Answer: c. Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment
53. Where was the ‘Divya Kala Mela’ held in 2023-2024?
a. Mumbai
b. Surat
c. Delhi
d. Kolkata
Answer: b. Surat
54. What is the duration of the ‘Divya Kala Mela’ event in Surat?
a. December 29, 2023, to January 7, 2024
b. November 1, 2023, to November 10, 2023
c. January 15, 2024, to January 25, 2024
d. February 5, 2024, to February 14, 2024
Answer: a. December 29, 2023, to January 7, 2024
55. How many editions of the ‘Divya Kala Mela’ have been held so far, including the one in Surat?
a. 8th
b. 10th
c. 12th
d. 15th
Answer: c. 12th
56. When did the series of ‘Divya Kala Mela’ events begin?
a. 2018
b. 2020
c. 2022
d. 2025
Answer: c. 2022
57. What is the unique platform provided by the initiative to Divyang entrepreneurs?
a. Educational workshops
b. Financial assistance
c. Marketing and exhibiting their products
d. Skill development programs
Answer: c. Marketing and exhibiting their products
58. Which term is synonymous with ‘Persons with Disabilities’ as used in the passage?
a. Special individuals
b. Unique talents
c. Divyangjan
d. Empowered citizens
Answer: c. Divyangjan
59. What is the broad category of individuals targeted for empowerment in the ‘Divya Kala Mela’?
a. Senior citizens
b. Women entrepreneurs
c. Persons with Disabilities (PwD)/Divyangjan
d. Youth
Answer: c. Persons with Disabilities (PwD)/Divyangjan
60. In which Indian state was the first edition of ‘Divya Kala Mela’ held?
a. Maharashtra
b. Uttar Pradesh
c. Gujarat
d. Tamil Nadu
Answer: a. Maharashtra
61. What type of products and craftsmanship are showcased at the ‘Divya Kala Mela’?
a. Only traditional crafts
b. Only modern products
c. Diverse products and craftsmanship
d. Only paintings
Answer: c. Diverse products and craftsmanship
62. What is the role of Divyang entrepreneurs and artisans in the ‘Divya Kala Mela’?
a. Spectators
b. Organizers
c. Exhibitors
d. Sponsors
Answer: c. Exhibitors
63. What is the significance of the ‘Divya Kala Mela’ for Divyang entrepreneurs?
a. Financial competition
b. Skill development
c. Marketing opportunity
d. Social gathering
Answer: c. Marketing opportunity
64. Which city hosted the 10th edition of ‘Divya Kala Mela’?
a. Jaipur
b. Chennai
c. Kolkata
d. Hyderabad
Answer: d. Hyderabad
65. What is the main theme of the ‘Divya Kala Mela’ event in Surat?
a. Cultural diversity
b. Economic empowerment
c. Sustainable development
d. Technological innovations
Answer: b. Economic empowerment
66. How does the ‘Divya Kala Mela’ contribute to the empowerment of Divyang entrepreneurs?
a. By providing free products
b. By offering financial grants
c. By offering a platform for marketing and exhibiting products
d. By organizing educational programs
Answer: c. By offering a platform for marketing and exhibiting products
67. What is the time frame of the ‘Divya Kala Mela’ in Surat?
a. November 1, 2023, to November 10, 2023
b. December 29, 2023, to January 7, 2024
c. February 15, 2024, to February 25, 2024
d. March 10, 2024, to March 20, 2024
Answer: b. December 29, 2023, to January 7, 2024
68. Which ministry is responsible for the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities?
a. Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment
b. Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
c. Ministry of Finance
d. Ministry of Education
Answer: a. Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment
69. What is the main focus of the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities?
a. Cultural promotion
b. Economic empowerment of Divyangjan
c. Health and well-being of senior citizens
d. Educational reforms
Answer: b. Economic empowerment of Divyangjan
70. In which year was the 11th edition of ‘Divya Kala Mela’ held?
a. 2021
b. 2022
c. 2023
d. 2024
Answer: c. 2023
71. What is the overarching goal of the ‘Divya Kala Mela’ initiative?
a. Promoting art and culture
b. Contributing to the economic empowerment of Persons with Disabilities
c. Encouraging tourism
d. Enhancing international relations
Answer: b. Contributing to the economic empowerment of Persons with Disabilities
72. How many cities have hosted the ‘Divya Kala Mela’ so far?
a. 8
b. 10
c. 12
d. 15
Answer: c. 12
73. Which edition marked the beginning of the ‘Divya Kala Mela’ series?
a. 5th
b. 8th
c. 10th
d. 1st
Answer: d. 1st
74. What is the role of Surat in the ‘Divya Kala Mela’ series?
a. It is the first city to host the event.
b. It marks the end of the series.
c. It is the 12th city in the series.
d. It is the organizing city.
Answer: c. It is the 12th city in the series.
75. How does the ‘Divya Kala Mela’ promote diversity?
a. By focusing on a single type of product
b. By showcasing products and craftsmanship from different regions
c. By excluding certain categories of products
d. By limiting participation to a specific group of artisans
Answer: b. By showcasing products and craftsmanship from different regions
76. What kind of entrepreneurs benefit from the ‘Divya Kala Mela’?
a. Only visually impaired entrepreneurs
b. Only physically challenged entrepreneurs
c. Only hearing-impaired entrepreneurs
d. Diverse range of Divyang entrepreneurs
Answer: d. Diverse range of Divyang entrepreneurs
77. What makes the ‘Divya Kala Mela’ unique among other events?
a. It focuses only on cultural performances.
b. It is exclusively for Divyang artisans.
c. It is a platform for marketing and exhibiting diverse products and skills.
d. It is organized annually in the same city.
Answer: c. It is a platform for marketing and exhibiting diverse products and skills.
78. What is the duration of the entire ‘Divya Kala Mela’ series, starting from 2022?
a. 5 years
b. 8 years
c. 10 years
d. 15 years
Answer: c. 10 years
79. What is the primary focus of the ‘Divya Kala Mela’ beyond economic empowerment?
a. Educational outreach
b. Cultural exchange
c. Social awareness
d. Environmental conservation
Answer: a. Educational outreach
80. Which of the following is NOT a part of the ‘Divya Kala Mela’ objectives?
a. Contributing to economic empowerment
b. Showcasing diverse products and skills
c. Organizing cultural performances
d. Promoting social justice
Answer: c. Organizing cultural performances
81. What role does the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment play in the ‘Divya Kala Mela’?
a. Organizing cultural events
b. Providing financial grants
c. Overseeing the entire event
d. Focusing on social awareness programs
Answer: c. Overseeing the entire event
82. What is the geographical scope of the ‘Divya Kala Mela’ series?
a. Limited to metropolitan cities
b. Nationwide, covering various cities across India
c. International, including neighboring countries
d. Limited to rural areas
Answer: b. Nationwide, covering various cities across India
83. How does the ‘Divya Kala Mela’ contribute to the image of Persons with Disabilities?
a. By highlighting their limitations
b. By showcasing their products and skills
c. By promoting sympathy
d. By excluding them from the event
Answer: b. By showcasing their products and skills
84. What is the significance of holding ‘Divya Kala Mela’ in different cities?
a. To generate revenue for the government
b. To promote tourism
c. To reach a diverse audience and empower artisans nationwide
d. To compete with other cultural events
Answer: c. To reach a diverse audience and empower artisans nationwide
85. What is the specific term used in the passage to refer to the event participants with disabilities?
a. Specially-abled
b. Unique talents
c. Divyangjan
d. Empowered citizens
Answer: c. Divyangjan
86. In addition to economic empowerment, what does the ‘Divya Kala Mela’ aim to achieve for Divyang entrepreneurs?
a. Political representation
b. Social integration
c. Health and wellness programs
d. Educational scholarships
Answer: b. Social integration
87. What is the focus of the ‘Divya Kala Mela’ event in terms of products and craftsmanship?
a. Only traditional crafts
b. Only modern products
c. Diverse products and craftsmanship
d. Only technological innovations
Answer: c. Diverse products and craftsmanship
88. Which city hosted the 9th edition of ‘Divya Kala Mela’?
a. Pune
b. Lucknow
c. Ahmedabad
d. Bangalore
Answer: a. Pune
89. What is the role of the Ministry of Finance in the ‘Divya Kala Mela’?
a. Organizing cultural events
b. Providing financial grants
c. Overseeing the entire event
d. Focusing on social awareness programs
Answer: b. Providing financial grants
90. How does the ‘Divya Kala Mela’ support the economic empowerment of Divyang entrepreneurs?
a. By offering free products
b. By providing financial grants
c. By organizing cultural events
d. By showcasing their products and skills
Answer: d. By showcasing their products and skills
91. What is the main theme of the ‘Divya Kala Mela’ event in Surat?
a. Cultural diversity
b. Economic empowerment
c. Sustainable development
d. Technological innovations
Answer: b. Economic empowerment
92. What is the primary focus of the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities?
a. Cultural promotion
b. Economic empowerment of Divyangjan
c. Health and well-being of senior citizens
d. Educational reforms
Answer: b. Economic empowerment of Divyangjan
93. In which year was the 11th edition of ‘Divya Kala Mela’ held?
a. 2021
b. 2022
c. 2023
d. 2024
Answer: c. 2023
94. What is the overarching goal of the ‘Divya Kala Mela’ initiative?
a. Promoting art and culture
b. Contributing to the economic empowerment of Persons with Disabilities
c. Encouraging tourism
d. Enhancing international relations
Answer: b. Contributing to the economic empowerment of Persons with Disabilities
95. How many cities have hosted the ‘Divya Kala Mela’ so far?
a. 8
b. 10
c. 12
d. 15
Answer: c. 12
96. When is the collaborative military exercise ‘Desert Cyclone 2024’ scheduled to take place?
A) January 2 to January 15
B) February 1 to February 14
C) March 10 to March 25
D) April 5 to April 18
Answer: A) January 2 to January 15
97. Where is the collaborative military exercise ‘Desert Cyclone 2024’ scheduled to take place?
A) Punjab
B) Rajasthan
C) Gujarat
D) Maharashtra
Answer: B) Rajasthan
98. What is the primary goal of the joint manoeuvre ‘Desert Cyclone 2024’ between India and the UAE?
A) Economic cooperation
B) Cultural exchange
C) Enhancing interoperability
D) Religious harmony
Answer: C) Enhancing interoperability
99. Which base in Abu Dhabi hosted the inaugural India-UAE Joint Air Forces exercise in September 2008?
A) Al-Maktoum base
B) Al-Dhafra base
C) Al-Ain base
D) Al-Fujairah base
Answer: B) Al-Dhafra base
100. The collaboration between India and the UAE in defence is rooted in enduring interactions related to:
A) Political alliances
B) Space exploration
C) Cultural, religious, and economic ties
D) Maritime security
Answer: C) Cultural, religious, and economic ties
101. What did Gujarat achieve on New Year’s morning to make it to the Guinness Book of World Records?
A. Largest dance performance
B. Largest simultaneous Surya Namaskar performance
C. Longest yoga session
D. Largest cultural parade
Answer: B. Largest simultaneous Surya Namaskar performance
102. How many participants were involved in Gujarat’s record-breaking Surya Namaskar performance?
A. Over 2,000
B. Over 3,000
C. Over 4,000
D. Over 5,000
Answer: C. Over 4,000
103. How many locations were part of the simultaneous Surya Namaskar performance in Gujarat?
A. 51
B. 75
C. 108
D. 150
Answer: A. 51
104. What is the significance of the number 108 in Indian culture, as mentioned in the passage?
A. Lucky number
B. Symbol of complete existence
C. Number of participants
D. None of the above
Answer: B. Symbol of complete existence
105. Which iconic temple was among the venues for the mega event in Gujarat?
A. Somnath Temple
B. Dwarkadhish Temple
C. Modhera Sun Temple
D. Akshardham Temple
Answer: C. Modhera Sun Temple
106. According to Vedic culture, what does the number 108 symbolize?
A. Unity of three elements
B. Harmony of planets
C. Complete existence
D. Spiritual enlightenment
Answer: A. Unity of three elements (Sun, Moon, and Earth)
107. How many categories were there in which participants were grouped for the Surya Namaskar performance?
A. 51
B. 75
C. 100
D. 108
Answer: A. 51
108. What does Surya Namaskar primarily involve?
A. Traditional dance
B. Yoga sequence
C. Chanting mantras
D. Martial arts
Answer: B. Yoga sequence
109. In which book of records did Gujarat make its mark with this achievement?
A. Guinness Book of Records
B. World Records Almanac
C. Book of Amazing Achievements
D. World Achievement Registry
Answer: A. Guinness Book of Records
110. What time of the day did the record-breaking Surya Namaskar performance take place in Gujarat?
A. Sunset
B. Sunrise
C. Noon
D. Midnight
Answer: B. Sunrise
111. In which year did the inaugural India-UAE Joint Air Forces exercise take place?
A) 2004
B) 2008
C) 2012
D) 2016
Answer: B) 2008
112. The collaboration between India and the UAE in defence includes all of the following EXCEPT:
A) Defence training
B) Supply of defence inventory
C) Space exploration
D) Regular exchange programs
Answer: C) Space exploration
113. Which region of India is hosting the collaborative military exercise ‘Desert Cyclone 2024’?
A) Northern region
B) Western region
C) Southern region
D) Eastern region
Answer: B) Western region
114. What is the duration of the collaborative military exercise ‘Desert Cyclone 2024’?
A) 1 week
B) 2 weeks
C) 3 weeks
D) 4 weeks
Answer: B) 2 weeks
115. The joint manoeuvre ‘Desert Cyclone 2024’ aims to enhance interoperability in which specific area?
A) Air operations
B) Maritime operations
C) Urban operations
D) Mountain operations
Answer: C) Urban operations
116. Which of the following is NOT mentioned as part of the collaboration between India and the UAE?
A) Defence training
B) Space exploration
C) Supply of defence inventory
D) Regular exchange programs
Answer: B) Space exploration
117. What was the milestone mentioned in the collaboration between India and the UAE in the provided information?
A) Joint Air Forces exercise
B) Naval blockade
C) Cybersecurity agreement
D) Space exploration initiative
Answer: A) Joint Air Forces exercise
118. Which city in Rajasthan is likely to host the collaborative military exercise ‘Desert Cyclone 2024’?
A) Jaipur
B) Jaisalmer
C) Udaipur
D) Ajmer
Answer: B) Jaisalmer
119. The enduring friendship between India and the UAE is deeply rooted in interactions spanning:
A) Centuries
B) Millennia
C) Decades
D) Years
Answer: B) Millennia
120. The Al-Dhafra base, where the inaugural India-UAE Joint Air Forces exercise took place, is located in which emirate?
A) Dubai
B) Abu Dhabi
C) Sharjah
D) Ras Al Khaimah
Answer: B) Abu Dhabi
121. Which month did the inaugural India-UAE Joint Air Forces exercise take place in 2008?
A) June
B) July
C) August
D) September
Answer: D) September
122. What aspect of collaboration is NOT mentioned in the information provided?
A) Defence training
B) Economic cooperation
C) Supply of defence inventory
D) Regular exchange programs
Answer: B) Economic cooperation
123. In which state is the Al-Dhafra base located?
A) Dubai
B) Sharjah
C) Abu Dhabi
D) Fujairah
Answer: C) Abu Dhabi
124. What is the strategic significance of the joint manoeuvre ‘Desert Cyclone 2024’?
A) Cybersecurity
B) Enhancing interoperability
C) Deep-sea exploration
D) Nuclear disarmament
Answer: B) Enhancing interoperability
125. The robust friendship between India and the UAE is rooted in which of the following?
A) Political alliances
B) Economic conflicts
C) Cultural, religious, and economic interactions
D) Territorial disputes
Answer: C) Cultural, religious, and economic interactions
126. Which base hosted the inaugural India-UAE Joint Air Forces exercise?
A) Al-Maktoum base
B) Al-Dhafra base
C) Al-Ain base
D) Al-Fujairah base
Answer: B) Al-Dhafra base
127. What kind of operations is the joint manoeuvre ‘Desert Cyclone 2024’ particularly focused on enhancing?
A) Naval operations
B) Air operations
C) Urban operations
D) Mountain operations
Answer: C) Urban operations
128. Which of the following is a key component of the collaboration between India and the UAE?
A) Space exploration
B) Maritime operations
C) Nuclear disarmament
D) Regular exchange programs
Answer: D) Regular exchange programs
129. What is the primary duration of the collaborative military exercise ‘Desert Cyclone 2024’?
A) 1 week
B) 2 weeks
C) 3 weeks
D) 4 weeks
Answer: B) 2 weeks
130. Which region of India is hosting the collaborative military exercise ‘Desert Cyclone 2024’?
A) Northern region
B) Western region
C) Southern region
D) Eastern region
Answer: B) Western region
131. What is the objective of the joint manoeuvre ‘Desert Cyclone 2024’?
A) Economic cooperation
B) Enhancing interoperability
C) Religious harmony
D) Territorial expansion
Answer: B) Enhancing interoperability
132. In which emirate is the Al-Dhafra base located?
A) Dubai
B) Abu Dhabi
C) Sharjah
D) Ras Al Khaimah
Answer: B) Abu Dhabi
133. The collaboration between India and the UAE in defence includes all of the following EXCEPT:
A) Defence training
B) Space exploration
C) Supply of defence inventory
D) Regular exchange programs
Answer: B) Space exploration
134. What is the specific focus of the collaborative military exercise ‘Desert Cyclone 2024’?
A) Mountain operations
B) Naval operations
C) Air operations
D) Urban operations
Answer: D) Urban operations
135. Which month did the inaugural India-UAE Joint Air Forces exercise take place in 2008?
A) June
B) July
C) August
D) September
Answer: D) September
136. What aspect of collaboration is NOT mentioned in the information provided?
A) Defence training
B) Economic cooperation
C) Supply of defence inventory
D) Regular exchange programs
Answer: B) Economic cooperation
137. In which state is the Al-Dhafra base located?
A) Dubai
B) Sharjah
C) Abu Dhabi
D) Fujairah
Answer: C) Abu Dhabi
138. What is the strategic significance of the joint manoeuvre ‘Desert Cyclone 2024’?
A) Cybersecurity
B) Enhancing interoperability
C) Deep-sea exploration
D) Nuclear disarmament
Answer: B) Enhancing interoperability
139. The robust friendship between India and the UAE is rooted in which of the following?
A) Political alliances
B) Economic conflicts
C) Cultural, religious, and economic interactions
D) Territorial disputes
Answer: C) Cultural, religious, and economic interactions
140. Which base hosted the inaugural India-UAE Joint Air Forces exercise?
A) Al-Maktoum base
B) Al-Dhafra base
C) Al-Ain base
D) Al-Fujairah base
Answer: B) Al-Dhafra base
141. What kind of operations is the joint manoeuvre ‘Desert Cyclone 2024’ particularly focused on enhancing?
A) Naval operations
B) Air operations
C) Urban operations
D) Mountain operations
Answer: C) Urban operations
142. Which of the following is a key component of the collaboration between India and the UAE?
A) Space exploration
B) Maritime operations
C) Nuclear disarmament
D) Regular exchange programs
Answer: D) Regular exchange programs
143. What is the primary duration of the collaborative military exercise ‘Desert Cyclone 2024’?
A) 1 week
B) 2 weeks
C) 3 weeks
D) 4 weeks
Answer: B) 2 weeks
144. Which region of India is hosting the collaborative military exercise ‘Desert Cyclone 2024’?
A) Northern region
B) Western region
C) Southern region
D) Eastern region
Answer: B) Western region
145. What is the objective of the joint manoeuvre ‘Desert Cyclone 2024’?
A) Economic cooperation
B) Enhancing interoperability
C) Religious harmony
D) Territorial expansion
Answer: B) Enhancing interoperability
146. In which emirate is the Al-Dhafra base located?
A) Dubai
B) Abu Dhabi
C) Sharjah
D) Ras Al Khaimah
Answer: B) Abu Dhabi
147. The collaboration between India and the UAE in defence includes all of the following EXCEPT:
A) Defence training
B) Space exploration
C) Supply of defence inventory
D) Regular exchange programs
Answer: B) Space exploration
148. What is the specific focus of the collaborative military exercise ‘Desert Cyclone 2024’?
A) Mountain operations
B) Naval operations
C) Air operations
D) Urban operations
Answer: D) Urban operations
149. Which month did the inaugural India-UAE Joint Air Forces exercise take place in 2008?
A) June
B) July
C) August
D) September
Answer: D) September
150. What aspect of collaboration is NOT mentioned in the information provided?
A) Defence training
B) Economic cooperation
C) Supply of defence inventory
D) Regular exchange programs
Answer: B) Economic cooperation
