Daily Current Affairs MCQs: 28th March 2025 - Bank Exams MCQ

India grapples with the challenge of over-dependence on U.S. technology while trying to balance indigenous production and foreign partnerships. Given its status as the second-largest arms importer, India needs to diversify its defense sources to maintain strategic autonomy and reduce reliance on any single foreign supplier. This situation highlights the importance of developing indigenous capabilities alongside strategic alliances.

India has made a significant advancement in anti-tank warfare with the launch of the Nag Anti-Tank Missile System (NAMIS), which features advanced technology, including a third-generation 'fire-and-forget' missile capability and night-strike operations. This development not only enhances operational capabilities but also reflects India's commitment to modernizing its defense systems.

India's arms imports decreased by 9.3% from 2015 to 2019. This reduction indicates a shift towards enhancing indigenous capabilities while still maintaining procurement from foreign suppliers, particularly in high-tech systems. The challenge remains for India to continue this trend while ensuring its defense needs are met.

The term “bioeconomy” refers to the industrial utilization of biological resources such as plants, animals, and microorganisms, along with the replication of natural biological processes to create goods and services. This approach aims to implement sustainable practices that reduce reliance on traditional resource-intensive production systems, thereby contributing to economic growth and environmental sustainability.

India's e-commerce market has recently surpassed $60 billion in gross merchandise value, making it the second-largest online shopper base globally. However, the growth rate has slowed down from historical highs, indicating challenges such as rising inflation and stagnant wages, which may impact future growth trajectories.

The effective range of the Nag Anti-Tank Missile System (NAMIS) is between 500 meters to 4 kilometers. This range allows the missile to effectively engage and destroy heavily armored enemy tanks, showcasing its capabilities in modern warfare and the importance of advanced technology in defense systems.

The DPDP Act aims to recognize the right to privacy as a fundamental right in India, balancing individual privacy rights with the need for lawful processing of personal data. This act is crucial in establishing a framework for data protection and addressing concerns regarding personal information management in the digital age.

Section 44(3) of the DPDP Act expands exemptions for personal information disclosure, which has raised concerns about potential reductions in transparency and accountability in governance. Critics argue that this could allow for the misuse of personal data protections to limit access to important public information, thus affecting the Right to Information.

One of the significant challenges faced by the Indian judiciary is the influence of political appointments, particularly highlighted by the discussions surrounding the National Judicial Appointments Commission (NJAC). There are concerns that such an arrangement could compromise judicial independence and integrity, making it crucial to consider reforms that protect the judiciary from political pressures.

One of the primary goals of India's Deep Ocean Mission is to enhance capabilities in deep-sea exploration for accessing critical resources like polymetallic nodules and gas hydrates. This mission aims to position India as a leader in underwater technology and secure its economic interests in the face of increasing competition from other nations, particularly in the realm of resource extraction.