Which global agreement did India ratify to address climate change and promote sustainable development?

The correct answer is B: Paris Agreement and Kyoto Protocol. India is a signatory to the Paris Agreement (2015) and the Kyoto Protocol (1997), both addressing climate change mitigation and sustainable development.

Which UNESCO World Heritage Site in Gujarat was inscribed in 2001 and is known for its step wells and fortifications built during the reign of Sultan Ahmed Shah?

The correct answer is A: Champaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park. Champaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park in Panchmahal district was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2001. It represents the pinnacle of Hindu and Indo-Islamic architectural styles and contains 114 monuments including fortifications, palaces, and mosques built during the medieval period un

'रस' के कितने प्रमुख प्रकार हैं?

The correct answer is A: नौ. परंपरागत काव्यशास्त्र में नौ रस हैं: श्रृंगार, हास्य, करुण, रौद्र, वीर, भयानक, वीभत्स, अद्भुत और शांत।

निम्न वाक्य में रेखांकित शब्द का पद परिचय दीजिए: 'वह तेजी से दौड़ता है।'

The correct answer is A: क्रिया विशेषण. 'तेजी से' क्रिया 'दौड़ता' को विशेषित करता है, अतः क्रिया विशेषण है।

If 8 workers can complete a project in 15 days, how many days will 12 workers take to complete the same project?

The correct answer is A: 10 days. Total work = 8×15 = 120 worker-days. With 12 workers: 120/12 = 10 days

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All General Studies I 100 General Studies II 100 General Studies III 100 Current Affairs 100 Hindi/Language 100 Reasoning & Aptitude 73

Q.21 Easy General Studies III

The National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG) was launched in which year?

A 2014

B 2015

C 2016

D 2017

Correct Answer: B. 2015

EXPLANATION

NMCG was launched in May 2015 as a centrally sponsored scheme to rejuvenate the Ganga river.

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Q.22 Easy General Studies III

What is the primary objective of the Swachh Bharat Mission (Grameen) Phase II?

A Achieving 100% open defecation free status

B Sustaining ODF status and building community awareness for solid waste management

C Building public toilets exclusively

D Imposing penalties on non-compliance

Correct Answer: B. Sustaining ODF status and building community awareness for solid waste management

EXPLANATION

SBM-G Phase II (2020-2025) focuses on sustaining ODF behavior, solid waste management, and wastewater management at community level.

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Q.23 Easy General Studies III

Which ministry oversees the implementation of the National Mission for Clean Ganga?

A Ministry of Water Resources

B Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change

C Ministry of Jal Shakti

D Ministry of Urban Development

Correct Answer: B. Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change

EXPLANATION

Namami Gange is implemented by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change in coordination with other agencies and state governments.

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Q.24 Easy General Studies III

Under the Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (PMKSY), what is the primary objective regarding water resources?

A To provide minimum support price to farmers

B To ensure water availability and efficient water use in agriculture

C To promote organic farming practices

D To distribute fertilizers at subsidized rates

Correct Answer: B. To ensure water availability and efficient water use in agriculture

EXPLANATION

PMKSY aims to enhance irrigation coverage and promote water-use efficiency through 'Har Khet Ko Pani' and micro-irrigation schemes.

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Q.25 Easy General Studies III

What is the primary focus of the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMSY)?

A Inland fish production only

B Integrated development of fisheries sector with modern technology and infrastructure

C Export promotion of frozen fish

D Traditional fishing method preservation

Correct Answer: B. Integrated development of fisheries sector with modern technology and infrastructure

EXPLANATION

PMSY (2020) focuses on sustainable and responsible development of both inland and marine fisheries with modern infrastructure, technology, and market linkages.

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Q.26 Easy General Studies III

Which river pollution control initiative was launched specifically for the Ganga and its tributaries?

A National River Conservation Plan (NRCP)

B Ganga Action Plan Phase II

C Namami Gange Programme

D Integrated River Basin Management Scheme

Correct Answer: C. Namami Gange Programme

EXPLANATION

Namami Gange, launched in 2014, is a comprehensive programme to control pollution and rejuvenate the Ganga River and its tributaries.

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Q.27 Easy General Studies III

As per the latest India State of Forest Report (ISFR) 2023, what is the approximate forest cover of India?

A 20.5% of total geographical area

B 24.62% of total geographical area

C 31.5% of total geographical area

D 18.2% of total geographical area

Correct Answer: B. 24.62% of total geographical area

EXPLANATION

ISFR 2023 reports India's forest cover at approximately 24.62% of its total geographical area, with tree cover adding about 3.05%.

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