Brazil’s Largest Tropical Wetland: Pantanal
Brazil is home to the world’s largest tropical wetland, which is known as the:
Topic: Daily CA- Oct2025
State Mining Readiness Index: Top Performer
According to the Ministry of Mines’ State Mining Readiness Index, which state was the top performer in category ‘A’ (based on high mineral endowment)?
2030 Commonwealth Games Host City
Which Indian city has been recommended as the host for the centenary edition of the Commonwealth Games in 2030?
GST Compensation Cess Purpose & Abolition Impact
What was the primary purpose of the GST Compensation Cess, which was recently abolished?
IUCN Congress 2025: Ecocide as International Crime
At the IUCN World Conservation Congress 2025, a motion was passed to recognize what as an international crime?
SAIME Initiative & Sundarbans Mangrove Aquaculture
The Sustainable Aquaculture in Mangrove Ecosystems (SAIME) initiative, which received FAO global recognition, is primarily implemented in which region?
India’s Stance on UPOV Convention & PPVFR Act
What is India’s status regarding the International Union for the Protection of New Varieties of Plants (UPOV) Convention?
Mercosur Trade Bloc: Member Countries
Which of the following is a member of the South American trade bloc Mercosur?
Brazil Geography: Borders, Amazon Basin, Pantanal Wetlands
With reference to the geography of Brazil, consider the following statements: It borders all South American nations except Chile and Ecuador. It encompasses most of the Amazon Basin, the world’s largest tropical rainforest. The Pantanal, the world’s largest tropical wetland, is located within its territory. Select the correct answer using the code given below:
State Mining Readiness Index (SMRI) Evaluation Criteria
The State Mining Readiness Index (SMRI), released by the Ministry of Mines, evaluates states on which of the following criteria? Auction performance and early mine operationalization. Exploration thrust and sustainable mining practices. Performance related to both coal and non-coal minerals. Select the correct answer using the code given below: