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Question No. 1

With reference to the Green Credit Programme (GCP), consider the following statements:
1.It is an initiative that encourages organizations and individuals to invest in afforestation projects on degraded forest lands to earn green credits.
2.Indian Council of Forestry Research and Education (ICFRE) is responsible for overseeing the program.
3.Green credits earned through GCP form the part of the Energy Conservation Act of 2001.
4.The credit earned can be used by companies to meet corporate social responsibility (CSR) requirements.
How many of the statements given above are correct?

AOnly one

BOnly two

COnly three

DAll four

Question No. 2

Consider the following statements:
1.Agroforestry is a farming method where trees or shrubs are grown alongside crops or livestock.
2.Planting trees at very high densities is one of the most important factors for ensuring the success of an agroforestry system.
3.Agroforestry is considered a sustainable land management practice because it can contribute to soil health and biodiversity in the long term.
4.Choosing the right species for the right place and the right reason is elemental for agroforestry.
How many of the statements given above are correct?

AOnly one

BOnly two

COnly three

DAll four

Question No. 3

With refence to the Leaf Litter Frog (Haddadus binotatus), consider the following statements:
1.These frogs scream to defend themselves against predators.
2.They are classified as “Endangered” on the IUCN List of Threatened Species.
Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

A1 only

B2 only

CBoth 1 and 2

DNeither 1 nor 2

Question No. 4

Consider the following statements:
1.The ‘Just Transition Framework’ is a concept which ensures that the costs and benefits of the transition towards low-carbon economy should be shared equitably.
2.The right against climate change is legally binding, as acknowledged by the Supreme Court.
Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

A1 only

B2 only

CBoth 1 and 2

DNeither 1 nor 2

Question No. 5

The Government of India, in collaboration with international organizations, has launched the Trees Outside of Forests India (TOFI) initiative. Which of the following states are involved in the implementation of the TOFI program?

AAndhra Pradesh, Assam, Haryana, Odisha, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, and Uttar Pradesh

BPunjab, Bengal, Himachal Pradesh, and Haryana

CArunachal Pradesh, Assam, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand

DKerala, Madhya Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Andhra Pradesh

Question No. 6

With reference to the Pradhan Mantri Swasthya Suraksha Yojana (PMSSY), which of the following statement(s) is/are correct?
1.It aims at bridging the gap between demand and supply in India’s healthcare sector and improving the doctor-patient ratio.
2.PMSSY focuses on achieving its goals through expanding the network of primary health centers.
3.Increasing the number of private medical practitioners in rural areas is one of the objectives of PMSSY.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

A1 and 2 only

B1 only

C2 and 3 only

D3 only

Question No. 7

Consider the following statements:
1.According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the definition of a heatwave depends on the physiography of regions.
2.A heatwave’s severity is determined by its departure from normal temperature.
3.Heat Action Plans (HAPs) are strategies designed to reduce the negative effects of heatwaves.
How many of the statements given above are correct?

AOnly one

BOnly two

CAll three

DNone

Question No. 8

Which one of the following is NOT a key focus of the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development’s (UNCTAD) work?

ATrade policy analysis and recommendations

BPromoting investment flows and technology transfer to developing countries

CAssisting developing countries in commodity trade negotiations

DProviding legal aid in international trade disputes

Question No. 9

Consider the following statements:
1.Public Stockholding Programs (PSH) encourages unsustainable agricultural practices that harm the environment and degrade natural resources.
2.Minimum Support Price (MSP) is intended to guarantee a minimum income for farmers and incentivize them to produce essential food grains.
3.The World Trade Organization (WTO) Agreement on Agriculture allows developing countries, including India, to subsidize their farmers up to 10% of the value of their agricultural production.
Which of the statements given above are correct?

A1 and 2 only

B2 and 3 only

C1 and 3 only

D1, 2 and 3

Question No. 10

The ‘Taiwan Strait’ is a strategically important waterway due to:

AAbundant natural resources

BHeavy commercial shipping traffic

CLack of significant military presence

DPresence of unique marine ecosystems

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