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Which initiative provides financial incentives for renewable energy projects under the Renewable Energy Generation Certificate (RECS) system?
A Perform Achieve and Trade (PAT) scheme
B Green Energy Corridor Project
C Renewable Energy Certificate Trading mechanism
D Solar Park Development Initiative
Correct Answer:  C. Renewable Energy Certificate Trading mechanism
EXPLANATION

RECS allows renewable energy generators to earn certificates for every MWh of electricity generated, which can be traded for financial benefit.

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Which initiative aims to promote water harvesting and groundwater recharge in rural areas under conservation agriculture?
A Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (per drop more crop)
B Jal Shakti Abhiyan and AIBP schemes
C Har Khet Ko Pani and PMKSY-Micro Irrigation
D All of the above integrated approach
Correct Answer:  D. All of the above integrated approach
EXPLANATION

India's water conservation strategy integrates multiple schemes including PMKSY, Jal Shakti Abhiyan, and micro-irrigation for sustainable water management.

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Which river linking project is currently under implementation in India as part of inter-basin water transfer?
A Ken-Betwa Link Project
B Godavari-Krishna Link
C Sutlej-Yamuna Link (only completed)
D Brahmaputra-Ganges Link (proposed)
Correct Answer:  A. Ken-Betwa Link Project
EXPLANATION

The Ken-Betwa Link Project in Madhya Pradesh is under development to transfer surplus water from Ken to water-deficit Betwa basin.

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What is the target for Afforestation and Natural Forest Management under the National Action Plan on Climate Change?
A 10 million hectares by 2027
B 5 million hectares by 2025
C Increase tree cover to 50% by 2050
D 15 million hectares by 2030
Correct Answer:  A. 10 million hectares by 2027
EXPLANATION

NAPCC's afforestation mission aims to increase forest and tree cover to 10 million hectares by 2027 for carbon sequestration and ecosystem services.

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What does the 'Perform, Achieve and Trade' (PAT) scheme under the Energy Conservation Act primarily focus on?
A Renewable energy trading in stock markets
B Energy efficiency improvement in large industrial sectors
C Import-export of energy resources
D Subsidy distribution for renewable energy adoption
Correct Answer:  B. Energy efficiency improvement in large industrial sectors
EXPLANATION

PAT is a market-based mechanism to improve energy efficiency in large energy-consuming industries with tradable credits for over-achievement.

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The Panchmahal Mela Fair, a significant cultural event, is celebrated in which district of Gujarat?
A Vadodara
B Surat
C Panchmahal
D Gandhinagar
Correct Answer:  C. Panchmahal
EXPLANATION

Panchmahal district celebrates the Panchmahal Mela Fair as a traditional cultural and commercial gathering reflecting local heritage and traditions.

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Which ancient trade route connecting Gujarat to Central Asia is being revived under a heritage conservation project?
A Silk Road via Bhera
B Grand Trunk Road
C Maritime Spice Route via Cambay
D Mughal Road
Correct Answer:  A. Silk Road via Bhera
EXPLANATION

Conservation efforts focus on reviving the ancient Silk Road route through Gujarat, connecting to historical trade networks.

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Which pharmaceutical company has established a major manufacturing facility in Gujarat's GIDC (Gujarat Industrial Development Corporation) in 2024?
A Cipla
B Lupin
C Zydus Cadila
D Aurobindo Pharma
Correct Answer:  C. Zydus Cadila
EXPLANATION

Zydus Cadila expanded its manufacturing operations in Gujarat's industrial areas, strengthening the pharma sector.

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Which ministry recently inaugurated a new advanced textile research center in Gujarat?
A Ministry of Textiles
B Ministry of Commerce and Industry
C Ministry of MSME
D Ministry of Rural Development
Correct Answer:  A. Ministry of Textiles
EXPLANATION

The Ministry of Textiles inaugurated an advanced research center focusing on sustainable textile production and innovation.

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Which coastal city in Gujarat has been designated as a potential hub for green hydrogen production under the National Green Hydrogen Mission?
A Porbandar
B Mundra
C Veraval
D Okha
Correct Answer:  B. Mundra
EXPLANATION

Mundra has been identified as a strategic location for green hydrogen production due to its port infrastructure and renewable energy potential.

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