06 March 2026 Daily Current Affairs Quiz

1. It is a fungal disease that primarily affects the leaves of the cassava plant, reducing its photosynthetic capacity.

2. The disease is transmitted by a specific vector known as the whitefly (Bemisia tabaci).

3. A critical feature of CBSD is that it causes 'dry hard rot' in the roots, often leading to total crop loss even if the plant looks healthy.

4. The most sustainable method for managing the spread of this disease is the use of resistant crop varieties.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

1. It is a wild banana species native to the Western Ghats of India and prefers arid climatic conditions.

2. It is characterized by deep maroon pendulous flowers and can grow paddle-shaped leaves up to 10 feet long.

3. Although its fruit is not widely consumed, it is considered a crucial genetic reservoir for breeding disease-resistant commercial bananas.

4. The species can tolerate freezing temperatures below 0°C, making it suitable for alpine farming.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

1. It is a hormonal disorder caused by the prolonged deficiency of cortisol in the human body.

2. The most common external cause is the long-term use of corticosteroid medications for conditions like asthma or arthritis.

3. 'Cushing’s Disease' specifically refers to the syndrome when it is caused by a non-cancerous tumor in the pituitary gland.

4. Physical symptoms often include weight gain around the midsection, a rounded face, and purple stretch marks on the skin.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

1. Karbi Anglong Ginger is primarily grown in the Singhasan Hills of Assam using the traditional Jhum cultivation method.

2. It was granted the Geographical Indication (GI) tag in 2015 due to its high oil content and distinct pungency.

3. Once a GI tag is granted to a product in India, it remains valid indefinitely and does not require renewal.

4. The Geographical Indications of Goods (Registration and Protection) Act, 1999, is the legal framework governing GI tags in India.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

1. Moniligaster girishi and Drawida reynoldsi are endemic species discovered in the Himalayan foothills.

2. Earthworms belong to the phylum Annelida and the class Oligochaeta.

3. Drawida reynoldsi was specifically collected from the tropical wet evergreen forests of the Western Ghats.

4. Earthworm waste, known as 'castings', is rich in nutrients like Nitrogen and Phosphorus that support plant growth.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

1. It is a long-range, land-based ballistic missile system developed indigenously by DRDO.

2. The system utilizes the 9M317ME semi-active radar homing (SARH) missile to engage aerial targets.

3. It features a vertical launch capability, allowing for 360-degree coverage and faster reaction times against supersonic threats.

4. The system is designed to engage up to 12 targets simultaneously within a range of 50 km.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

1. Oleum is also known as "fuming sulfuric acid" because it releases sulfur trioxide (SO3​) fumes upon exposure to air.

2. It is produced industrially through the 'Contact Process' by dissolving sulfur trioxide in concentrated sulfuric acid.

3. Unlike sulfuric acid, oleum is a weak acid and is primarily used in the food processing industry as a preservative.

4. It acts as a powerful dehydrating agent, capable of stripping water molecules from organic compounds.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

1. It is a new species of Asian grass lizard discovered in the Ultapani Reserve Forest of Assam.

2. Unlike other grass lizards in Northeast India, it inhabits waterlogged grasslands and lowland semi-evergreen forests.

3. Morphologically, it is identical to Takydromus khasiensis, differing only in its geographical location.

4. It is currently found across multiple forest ranges in the Eastern Himalayas.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

1. It is celebrated every year on March 3 to commemorate the signing of the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) in 1973.

2. The theme for World Wildlife Day 2026 is “Medicinal and Aromatic Plants: Conserving Health, Heritage and Livelihoods”.

3. India is recognized as one of the 17 megabiodiversity-rich countries, housing nearly 15,000 medicinal plant species.

4. The proposal to establish World Wildlife Day was originally moved by India at the UN General Assembly.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

1. It is a migratory bird that winters in South Asia but breeds primarily in high-altitude regions like Ladakh.

2. In India, it is popularly known as the 'Brahminy Duck' and is considered a symbol of marital fidelity.

3. The species is currently classified as 'Critically Endangered' on the IUCN Red List due to habitat loss in the Himalayas.

4. Mudh Village in Ladakh is home to a community-led conservation effort by a group named 'Cha Tsogspa'.

Which of the statements given above are correct?