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Question 1 of 9
1. Question
Q1. {Envi – Conservation} Consider the following statements with respect to Global Mercury Partnership:
It was established in 2005 by the Global Environment Facility (GEF).
It provides financial grant for Least Developed Countries (LDCs) to implement Minamata Convention.
Mercury is present in many households as well as beauty products.
How many of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Correct
Explanation
Statement 1 is incorrect
Global Mercury Partnership aims to protect human health and the environment from the releases of mercury to air, water and land.
It is an initiative of United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP).
The partnership was initiated at the 23rd session of the UNEP Governing Council/Global Ministerial Environment Forum in 2005.
The Partnership comprises 8 areas of work, which represent sectors that use mercury or process raw materials that contain mercury, as well as key themes in mercury management and science.
Statement 2 is incorrect
There is no financial grant provided under the Global Mercury Partnership.
The UNEP Global Mercury Partnership consists of stakeholders from governments, intergovernmental organizations, NGOs, private sector, academia and scientific community.
It establishes a Partnership Advisory Group, which plays a key role in guiding and encouraging the work of the Partnership and its areas of work.
Statement 3 is correct
According to UN environmental agency UNEP, if an animal consumes mercury, it may suffer reproductive failure, behavioural changes and may even die.
Artisanal mining is the main source of mercury emissions, where the element is used to collect gold by binding to it.
Coal combustion is another major source.
Mercury is also present in many household products like batteries, some lightbulbs and beauty products like mascara and skin lightening creams.
Answer: (a) Only one; Difficulty Level: Medium
Incorrect
Explanation
Statement 1 is incorrect
Global Mercury Partnership aims to protect human health and the environment from the releases of mercury to air, water and land.
It is an initiative of United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP).
The partnership was initiated at the 23rd session of the UNEP Governing Council/Global Ministerial Environment Forum in 2005.
The Partnership comprises 8 areas of work, which represent sectors that use mercury or process raw materials that contain mercury, as well as key themes in mercury management and science.
Statement 2 is incorrect
There is no financial grant provided under the Global Mercury Partnership.
The UNEP Global Mercury Partnership consists of stakeholders from governments, intergovernmental organizations, NGOs, private sector, academia and scientific community.
It establishes a Partnership Advisory Group, which plays a key role in guiding and encouraging the work of the Partnership and its areas of work.
Statement 3 is correct
According to UN environmental agency UNEP, if an animal consumes mercury, it may suffer reproductive failure, behavioural changes and may even die.
Artisanal mining is the main source of mercury emissions, where the element is used to collect gold by binding to it.
Coal combustion is another major source.
Mercury is also present in many household products like batteries, some lightbulbs and beauty products like mascara and skin lightening creams.
Answer: (a) Only one; Difficulty Level: Medium
Unattempted
Explanation
Statement 1 is incorrect
Global Mercury Partnership aims to protect human health and the environment from the releases of mercury to air, water and land.
It is an initiative of United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP).
The partnership was initiated at the 23rd session of the UNEP Governing Council/Global Ministerial Environment Forum in 2005.
The Partnership comprises 8 areas of work, which represent sectors that use mercury or process raw materials that contain mercury, as well as key themes in mercury management and science.
Statement 2 is incorrect
There is no financial grant provided under the Global Mercury Partnership.
The UNEP Global Mercury Partnership consists of stakeholders from governments, intergovernmental organizations, NGOs, private sector, academia and scientific community.
It establishes a Partnership Advisory Group, which plays a key role in guiding and encouraging the work of the Partnership and its areas of work.
Statement 3 is correct
According to UN environmental agency UNEP, if an animal consumes mercury, it may suffer reproductive failure, behavioural changes and may even die.
Artisanal mining is the main source of mercury emissions, where the element is used to collect gold by binding to it.
Coal combustion is another major source.
Mercury is also present in many household products like batteries, some lightbulbs and beauty products like mascara and skin lightening creams.
Answer: (a) Only one; Difficulty Level: Medium
Question 2 of 9
2. Question
Q2. {Prelims – In news} Jigarthanda, sometimes seen in the news is related to which of the following?
Correct
Explanation
India’s FirstHigh HypersonicTest Facility, nick named ‘Jigarthanda’ was recently unveiled at IIT Kanpur.
It is a 24-meter-long facility located at IIT Kanpur’sHypersonic Experimental Aerodynamics Laboratory (HEAL).
It is a major achievement that puts India amongst only a handful of countries with this advanced hypersonic testing capability.
It is capable of generating flight speeds between 3-10 km/s, simulating the hypersonic conditions encountered during atmospheric entry of vehicles, asteroid entry, scramjet flights and ballistic missiles.
This makes it a valuable test facility for ongoing missions of ISRO and DRDO including Gaganyaan, RLV, and Hypersonic Cruise missiles.
Answer: (c) India’s first hypervelocity expansion tunnel test facility; Difficulty Level: Medium
Incorrect
Explanation
India’s FirstHigh HypersonicTest Facility, nick named ‘Jigarthanda’ was recently unveiled at IIT Kanpur.
It is a 24-meter-long facility located at IIT Kanpur’sHypersonic Experimental Aerodynamics Laboratory (HEAL).
It is a major achievement that puts India amongst only a handful of countries with this advanced hypersonic testing capability.
It is capable of generating flight speeds between 3-10 km/s, simulating the hypersonic conditions encountered during atmospheric entry of vehicles, asteroid entry, scramjet flights and ballistic missiles.
This makes it a valuable test facility for ongoing missions of ISRO and DRDO including Gaganyaan, RLV, and Hypersonic Cruise missiles.
Answer: (c) India’s first hypervelocity expansion tunnel test facility; Difficulty Level: Medium
Unattempted
Explanation
India’s FirstHigh HypersonicTest Facility, nick named ‘Jigarthanda’ was recently unveiled at IIT Kanpur.
It is a 24-meter-long facility located at IIT Kanpur’sHypersonic Experimental Aerodynamics Laboratory (HEAL).
It is a major achievement that puts India amongst only a handful of countries with this advanced hypersonic testing capability.
It is capable of generating flight speeds between 3-10 km/s, simulating the hypersonic conditions encountered during atmospheric entry of vehicles, asteroid entry, scramjet flights and ballistic missiles.
This makes it a valuable test facility for ongoing missions of ISRO and DRDO including Gaganyaan, RLV, and Hypersonic Cruise missiles.
Answer: (c) India’s first hypervelocity expansion tunnel test facility; Difficulty Level: Medium
Question 3 of 9
3. Question
Q3. {Prelims – In News} Consider the following statements with respect to DigiReady Certification Portal:
It aims to assess and certify digital readiness of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs).
It is a joint initiative of Quality Council of India (QCI) and Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC).
Which of the above statement is/are incorrect?
Correct
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct
DigiReady Certification Portal aims to assess and certify digital readiness of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME) and small entities.
It is an online self-assessment tool, MSMEs can evaluate their preparedness to seamlessly on-board as sellers on the ONDC platform, thereby expanding their digital capabilities and business potential.
It accelerates the integration of MSMEs into the Network while also amplifying their potential to thrive in the digital economy.
It also resonates with the objectives of the recently launched FIRST (Forum for Internet Retailers, Sellers, and Traders).
Statement 2 is correct
It is an initiative of Quality Council of India (QCI) and Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC).
The overarching motive behind the DRC portal is to ultimately widen the digital prowess and business potential of MSMEs by smoothly onboarding them as participants on ONDC’s open e-commerce network.
Assessing themselves on parameters like documentation, software skills, workflow integration etc. will allow MSMEs to understand their strengths and gaps in digital capabilities.
Answer: (d) Neither 1 nor 2; Difficulty Level: Medium
Incorrect
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct
DigiReady Certification Portal aims to assess and certify digital readiness of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME) and small entities.
It is an online self-assessment tool, MSMEs can evaluate their preparedness to seamlessly on-board as sellers on the ONDC platform, thereby expanding their digital capabilities and business potential.
It accelerates the integration of MSMEs into the Network while also amplifying their potential to thrive in the digital economy.
It also resonates with the objectives of the recently launched FIRST (Forum for Internet Retailers, Sellers, and Traders).
Statement 2 is correct
It is an initiative of Quality Council of India (QCI) and Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC).
The overarching motive behind the DRC portal is to ultimately widen the digital prowess and business potential of MSMEs by smoothly onboarding them as participants on ONDC’s open e-commerce network.
Assessing themselves on parameters like documentation, software skills, workflow integration etc. will allow MSMEs to understand their strengths and gaps in digital capabilities.
Answer: (d) Neither 1 nor 2; Difficulty Level: Medium
Unattempted
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct
DigiReady Certification Portal aims to assess and certify digital readiness of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME) and small entities.
It is an online self-assessment tool, MSMEs can evaluate their preparedness to seamlessly on-board as sellers on the ONDC platform, thereby expanding their digital capabilities and business potential.
It accelerates the integration of MSMEs into the Network while also amplifying their potential to thrive in the digital economy.
It also resonates with the objectives of the recently launched FIRST (Forum for Internet Retailers, Sellers, and Traders).
Statement 2 is correct
It is an initiative of Quality Council of India (QCI) and Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC).
The overarching motive behind the DRC portal is to ultimately widen the digital prowess and business potential of MSMEs by smoothly onboarding them as participants on ONDC’s open e-commerce network.
Assessing themselves on parameters like documentation, software skills, workflow integration etc. will allow MSMEs to understand their strengths and gaps in digital capabilities.
Answer: (d) Neither 1 nor 2; Difficulty Level: Medium
Question 4 of 9
4. Question
Q4. {Envi – Conservation} Consider the following statements with respect to Nagoya Protocol:
It is legally binding global agreement that implements the access and benefit-sharing obligations of the Convention on Biological Diversity.
Traditional knowledge associated with genetic resources is also covered under Nagoya Protocol.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are incorrect?
Correct
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct
The Nagoya Protocol on Access to Genetic Resources and the Fair and Equitable Sharing of Benefits Arising from their Utilization (the Protocol) is a legally binding global agreement that implements the access and benefit-sharing obligations of the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD).
It was adopted by the CBD in Nagoya, Japan, in October 2010 and entered into force on October 12, 2014.
It provides a transparent legal framework for the effective implementation of one of the three objectives of the CBD,
the fair and equitable sharing of benefits arising out of the utilization of genetic resources.
Statement 2 is correct
It applies to genetic resources that are covered by the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD), and to the benefits arising from their utilization.
It also covers traditional knowledge (TK) associated with genetic resources that are covered by the CBD and the benefits arising from their utilization.
CBD, with currently 196 contracting parties, is the most comprehensivebinding international agreementin the field of nature conservation and the sustainable use of natural resources.
Answer: (d) Neither 1 nor 2; Difficulty Level: Medium
Incorrect
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct
The Nagoya Protocol on Access to Genetic Resources and the Fair and Equitable Sharing of Benefits Arising from their Utilization (the Protocol) is a legally binding global agreement that implements the access and benefit-sharing obligations of the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD).
It was adopted by the CBD in Nagoya, Japan, in October 2010 and entered into force on October 12, 2014.
It provides a transparent legal framework for the effective implementation of one of the three objectives of the CBD,
the fair and equitable sharing of benefits arising out of the utilization of genetic resources.
Statement 2 is correct
It applies to genetic resources that are covered by the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD), and to the benefits arising from their utilization.
It also covers traditional knowledge (TK) associated with genetic resources that are covered by the CBD and the benefits arising from their utilization.
CBD, with currently 196 contracting parties, is the most comprehensivebinding international agreementin the field of nature conservation and the sustainable use of natural resources.
Answer: (d) Neither 1 nor 2; Difficulty Level: Medium
Unattempted
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct
The Nagoya Protocol on Access to Genetic Resources and the Fair and Equitable Sharing of Benefits Arising from their Utilization (the Protocol) is a legally binding global agreement that implements the access and benefit-sharing obligations of the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD).
It was adopted by the CBD in Nagoya, Japan, in October 2010 and entered into force on October 12, 2014.
It provides a transparent legal framework for the effective implementation of one of the three objectives of the CBD,
the fair and equitable sharing of benefits arising out of the utilization of genetic resources.
Statement 2 is correct
It applies to genetic resources that are covered by the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD), and to the benefits arising from their utilization.
It also covers traditional knowledge (TK) associated with genetic resources that are covered by the CBD and the benefits arising from their utilization.
CBD, with currently 196 contracting parties, is the most comprehensivebinding international agreementin the field of nature conservation and the sustainable use of natural resources.
Answer: (d) Neither 1 nor 2; Difficulty Level: Medium
Question 5 of 9
5. Question
Q5. {Ministry – Initiatives} Consider the following statements about SAMARTH Centres:
These centres are set up under the Scheme for Enhancement of Competitiveness in the Indian Capital Goods Sector.
Enhancement of Competitiveness in the Indian Capital Goods Sector scheme has been launched by the Ministry of Heavy Industries.
These centers provide consultancy and incubation support to start-ups including MSMEs.
How many of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Correct
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct
The Smart Advanced Manufacturing and Rapid Transformation Hub (SAMARTH) centres are set up under the Scheme for Enhancement of Competitiveness in the Indian Capital Goods Sector.
Components of the Scheme
Identification of Technologies through Technology Innovation Portals.
Setting up of four New Advanced Centres of Excellence and augmentation of Existing Centres of Excellence.
Promotion of skilling in the Capital Goods Sector–the creation of Qualification packages for skill levels 6 and above.
Setting up of four Common Engineering Facility Centres (CEFCs) and augmentation of existing CEFCs.
Augmentation of Existing Testing and Certification Centres.
Setting up of ten Industry Accelerators for Technology Development.
Statement 2 is correct
Key facts about the Enhancement of Competitiveness in the Indian Capital Goods Sector scheme:
It has been launched by the Ministry of Heavy Industries to address technological obsolescence and limited access to quality industrial infrastructure and common facilities.
In order to address the skill gaps and infrastructure development and technology needs for the Capital Goods Sector, Phase I of the Capital Goods scheme was rolled out in November 2014.
Phase I of the scheme fostered partnerships between Academia and Industry for engendering technology development with Government support.
The objective of Phase II (on January 25, 2022) is to expand and enlarge the impact created by the Phase I pilot scheme, thereby providing greater impetus through the creation of a strong and globally competitivecapital goods sector that contributes at least 25% to the manufacturing sector.
Statement 3 is correct
These centres have been providing assistance to the MSMEs to train the workforce and make them aware of Industry 4.0 technologies in the following ways:
Organizing Seminars/ Workshops and knowledge-sharing events on Industry 4.0,
Training industries to create awareness about Industry 4.0,
Providing consultancy (in areas such as IOT Hardware, Software development, and data analytics) and incubation support to start-ups including MSMEs.
Answer: (c) All; Difficulty Level: Medium
Incorrect
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct
The Smart Advanced Manufacturing and Rapid Transformation Hub (SAMARTH) centres are set up under the Scheme for Enhancement of Competitiveness in the Indian Capital Goods Sector.
Components of the Scheme
Identification of Technologies through Technology Innovation Portals.
Setting up of four New Advanced Centres of Excellence and augmentation of Existing Centres of Excellence.
Promotion of skilling in the Capital Goods Sector–the creation of Qualification packages for skill levels 6 and above.
Setting up of four Common Engineering Facility Centres (CEFCs) and augmentation of existing CEFCs.
Augmentation of Existing Testing and Certification Centres.
Setting up of ten Industry Accelerators for Technology Development.
Statement 2 is correct
Key facts about the Enhancement of Competitiveness in the Indian Capital Goods Sector scheme:
It has been launched by the Ministry of Heavy Industries to address technological obsolescence and limited access to quality industrial infrastructure and common facilities.
In order to address the skill gaps and infrastructure development and technology needs for the Capital Goods Sector, Phase I of the Capital Goods scheme was rolled out in November 2014.
Phase I of the scheme fostered partnerships between Academia and Industry for engendering technology development with Government support.
The objective of Phase II (on January 25, 2022) is to expand and enlarge the impact created by the Phase I pilot scheme, thereby providing greater impetus through the creation of a strong and globally competitivecapital goods sector that contributes at least 25% to the manufacturing sector.
Statement 3 is correct
These centres have been providing assistance to the MSMEs to train the workforce and make them aware of Industry 4.0 technologies in the following ways:
Organizing Seminars/ Workshops and knowledge-sharing events on Industry 4.0,
Training industries to create awareness about Industry 4.0,
Providing consultancy (in areas such as IOT Hardware, Software development, and data analytics) and incubation support to start-ups including MSMEs.
Answer: (c) All; Difficulty Level: Medium
Unattempted
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct
The Smart Advanced Manufacturing and Rapid Transformation Hub (SAMARTH) centres are set up under the Scheme for Enhancement of Competitiveness in the Indian Capital Goods Sector.
Components of the Scheme
Identification of Technologies through Technology Innovation Portals.
Setting up of four New Advanced Centres of Excellence and augmentation of Existing Centres of Excellence.
Promotion of skilling in the Capital Goods Sector–the creation of Qualification packages for skill levels 6 and above.
Setting up of four Common Engineering Facility Centres (CEFCs) and augmentation of existing CEFCs.
Augmentation of Existing Testing and Certification Centres.
Setting up of ten Industry Accelerators for Technology Development.
Statement 2 is correct
Key facts about the Enhancement of Competitiveness in the Indian Capital Goods Sector scheme:
It has been launched by the Ministry of Heavy Industries to address technological obsolescence and limited access to quality industrial infrastructure and common facilities.
In order to address the skill gaps and infrastructure development and technology needs for the Capital Goods Sector, Phase I of the Capital Goods scheme was rolled out in November 2014.
Phase I of the scheme fostered partnerships between Academia and Industry for engendering technology development with Government support.
The objective of Phase II (on January 25, 2022) is to expand and enlarge the impact created by the Phase I pilot scheme, thereby providing greater impetus through the creation of a strong and globally competitivecapital goods sector that contributes at least 25% to the manufacturing sector.
Statement 3 is correct
These centres have been providing assistance to the MSMEs to train the workforce and make them aware of Industry 4.0 technologies in the following ways:
Organizing Seminars/ Workshops and knowledge-sharing events on Industry 4.0,
Training industries to create awareness about Industry 4.0,
Providing consultancy (in areas such as IOT Hardware, Software development, and data analytics) and incubation support to start-ups including MSMEs.
Answer: (c) All; Difficulty Level: Medium
Question 6 of 9
6. Question
Q6. {Prelims – In News} Kariyachalli Island, recently seen in news is belongs to which of the following Indian state?
Correct
Explanation
Kariyachalli Island is located in Gulf of Mannar region in Tamil Nadu, 4th island from the Thoothukudi side.
Kariyachalli Island Restoration Project is a part of the Tamil Nadu Coastal Restoration Mission which had successfully brought back life of previously submerged Vaan Island.
Tenure – 4 years from 2024-25 fiscal year.
Budget – Rs.50 crore, with World Bank assistance.
Answer: (b) Tamil Nadu; Difficulty Level: Medium
Incorrect
Explanation
Kariyachalli Island is located in Gulf of Mannar region in Tamil Nadu, 4th island from the Thoothukudi side.
Kariyachalli Island Restoration Project is a part of the Tamil Nadu Coastal Restoration Mission which had successfully brought back life of previously submerged Vaan Island.
Tenure – 4 years from 2024-25 fiscal year.
Budget – Rs.50 crore, with World Bank assistance.
Answer: (b) Tamil Nadu; Difficulty Level: Medium
Unattempted
Explanation
Kariyachalli Island is located in Gulf of Mannar region in Tamil Nadu, 4th island from the Thoothukudi side.
Kariyachalli Island Restoration Project is a part of the Tamil Nadu Coastal Restoration Mission which had successfully brought back life of previously submerged Vaan Island.
Tenure – 4 years from 2024-25 fiscal year.
Budget – Rs.50 crore, with World Bank assistance.
Answer: (b) Tamil Nadu; Difficulty Level: Medium
Question 7 of 9
7. Question
Q7. {Judiciary – Tribunals} The National Green Tribunal (NGT) deals with civil cases under which of the following laws related to the environment?
The Public Liability Insurance Act, 1991
The Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981
The Wildlife Protection Act, 1972
The Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Cess Act, 1977
Choose the correct code:
Correct
Explanation
The National Green Tribunal is a statutory body that has been established under the National Green Tribunal Act 2010.
It deals with environmental protection cases.
The Tribunal is not bounded by the procedure laid down under the Code of Civil Procedure, 1908, but is guided byprinciples of natural justice.
The Tribunal is mandated to finalize all applications and appeals within 6 months of their date of submission.
The NGT deals with civil cases under the seven laws related to the environment, these include:
The Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974,
The Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Cess Act, 1977,
The Forest (Conservation) Act, 1980,
The Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981,
The Environment (Protection) Act, 1986,
The Public Liability Insurance Act, 1991 and
The Biological Diversity Act, 2002.
Answer: (b) 1, 2 and 4; Difficulty Level: Medium
Incorrect
Explanation
The National Green Tribunal is a statutory body that has been established under the National Green Tribunal Act 2010.
It deals with environmental protection cases.
The Tribunal is not bounded by the procedure laid down under the Code of Civil Procedure, 1908, but is guided byprinciples of natural justice.
The Tribunal is mandated to finalize all applications and appeals within 6 months of their date of submission.
The NGT deals with civil cases under the seven laws related to the environment, these include:
The Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974,
The Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Cess Act, 1977,
The Forest (Conservation) Act, 1980,
The Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981,
The Environment (Protection) Act, 1986,
The Public Liability Insurance Act, 1991 and
The Biological Diversity Act, 2002.
Answer: (b) 1, 2 and 4; Difficulty Level: Medium
Unattempted
Explanation
The National Green Tribunal is a statutory body that has been established under the National Green Tribunal Act 2010.
It deals with environmental protection cases.
The Tribunal is not bounded by the procedure laid down under the Code of Civil Procedure, 1908, but is guided byprinciples of natural justice.
The Tribunal is mandated to finalize all applications and appeals within 6 months of their date of submission.
The NGT deals with civil cases under the seven laws related to the environment, these include:
The Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974,
The Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Cess Act, 1977,
The Forest (Conservation) Act, 1980,
The Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981,
The Environment (Protection) Act, 1986,
The Public Liability Insurance Act, 1991 and
The Biological Diversity Act, 2002.
Answer: (b) 1, 2 and 4; Difficulty Level: Medium
Question 8 of 9
8. Question
Q8. {Prelims – In News} Which one of the following major waterways connects the Gulf of Aden to the Red Sea?
Correct
Explanation
The Bab-el-Mandeb Strait is the major waterway that connects the Gulf of Aden to the Red Sea.
Gulf of Aden is an extension of the Indian Ocean, situated between the Arabian Peninsula and the African continent.
In the North, it borders Yemen, In the South, it borders Somalia and Socotra Island (Part of Yemen), In the East, it borders Arabian Sea, and, In the West, it borders Djibouti.
It is a critical part of the Suez Canal shipping route, which connects the Red Sea and the Mediterranean Sea.
The Bab-el-Mandeb Strait is the major waterway that connects the Gulf of Aden to the Red Sea.
Gulf of Aden is an extension of the Indian Ocean, situated between the Arabian Peninsula and the African continent.
In the North, it borders Yemen, In the South, it borders Somalia and Socotra Island (Part of Yemen), In the East, it borders Arabian Sea, and, In the West, it borders Djibouti.
It is a critical part of the Suez Canal shipping route, which connects the Red Sea and the Mediterranean Sea.
The Bab-el-Mandeb Strait is the major waterway that connects the Gulf of Aden to the Red Sea.
Gulf of Aden is an extension of the Indian Ocean, situated between the Arabian Peninsula and the African continent.
In the North, it borders Yemen, In the South, it borders Somalia and Socotra Island (Part of Yemen), In the East, it borders Arabian Sea, and, In the West, it borders Djibouti.
It is a critical part of the Suez Canal shipping route, which connects the Red Sea and the Mediterranean Sea.