The Crescent Lake Wetland, recently in news for conservation efforts, is located in which district of Gujarat?
Answer: B
Crescent Lake in Jamnagar is an important wetland habitat for migratory birds and has been a focus of wetland restoration projects.
Q.262Hard
India's 'Green Hydrogen Mission' launched in 2023 aims to produce green hydrogen at what cost per kg by 2030?
Answer: C
The National Green Hydrogen Mission targets a production cost of ₹150 per kg by 2030 to make green hydrogen economically competitive.
Q.263Medium
Which ministry in India is responsible for implementing the 'Pradhan Mantri Khanij Shram Kalyan Yojana'?
Answer: B
The Ministry of Mines oversees this scheme which provides social security and welfare to unorganized workers in the mineral sector.
Q.264Medium
The 'Textile Sector Integrated Processing Development Scheme' (TIPDS) focuses on which aspect of textile production?
Answer: B
TIPDS emphasizes sustainable textile processing, reduced water consumption, and environmentally friendly manufacturing practices.
Q.265Easy
Which of the following pollutants is primarily addressed by the 'National Clean Air Programme'?
Answer: B
The National Clean Air Programme specifically targets reduction of particulate matter and improvement of air quality in non-attainment cities.
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Q.266Easy
The 'Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR)' model in India's Plastic Waste Management Rules 2016 places responsibility on whom?
Answer: B
EPR framework mandates that producers and manufacturers are responsible for collection and management of plastic waste they generate.
Q.267Hard
Which state has been the first in India to implement 'River Cess' to generate funds for river conservation and restoration?
Answer: C
Maharashtra implemented River Cess on sand mining to fund river rejuvenation and conservation projects across the state.
Q.268Medium
The 'Compensatory Afforestation Fund Management and Planning Authority (CAMPA)' was established under which act?
Answer: D
CAMPA was established under the Forest (Conservation) Act, 1980, to manage funds for afforestation and habitat restoration.
Q.269Easy
Which initiative aims to promote 'Zero Budget Natural Farming' in India?
Answer: B
The Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana specifically promotes organic and zero-budget natural farming practices across India.
Q.270Medium
The 'Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ)' notification in India defines restrictions up to what distance from the high tide line?
Answer: C
The CRZ notification typically designates a 500-meter coastal buffer zone for regulation of development activities to protect coastal ecosystems.
Q.271Medium
Which UNESCO World Heritage Site in Gujarat is known for its Asiatic lion population?
Answer: A
While Gir has lions, Champaner-Pavagadh is a UNESCO site; however, Gir National Park itself is crucial for Asiatic lion conservation in Gujarat.
Q.272Easy
The 'Jal Shakti Abhiyaan' launched in 2019 focuses on which of the following?
Answer: A
Jal Shakti Abhiyaan is a mission for water conservation, rainwater harvesting, and groundwater recharge in water-stressed regions.
Q.273Easy
Which ministry administers the 'Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana' for providing LPG connections to households?
Answer: A
The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas implements PMUY to promote clean cooking fuel adoption and reduce indoor air pollution.
Q.274Easy
The 'Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)' adopted by India include a target to achieve 'Universal Health Coverage' by which year?
Answer: B
SDG 3 targets universal health coverage (UHC) by 2030 as part of the global sustainable development agenda.
Q.275Medium
Gujarat's 'Vibrant Gujarat' program emphasizes sustainable development through which sector among others?
Answer: B
The Vibrant Gujarat program promotes sustainable industrial development with emphasis on renewable energy and green manufacturing zones.
Q.276Medium
The 'Indus Waters Treaty' between India and Pakistan falls under which category of environmental cooperation?
Answer: A
The Indus Waters Treaty (1960) is a landmark bilateral agreement regulating sharing and management of Indus River waters between the two nations.
Q.277Medium
Which of the following best describes 'Circular Economy' as applied in India's waste management policy?
Answer: B
Circular economy principles emphasize reducing, reusing, and recycling to minimize waste and maximize resource efficiency.
Q.278Medium
The 'International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)' classifies species into categories. Which category indicates 'Extremely High Risk of Extinction'?
Answer: B
Critically Endangered (CR) is the IUCN category for species facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild.
Q.279Hard
India's ratification of the 'Minamata Convention' addresses pollution from which substance?
Answer: A
The Minamata Convention (2013) addresses global mercury pollution and its effects on human health and the environment.
Q.280Medium
Which of the following is NOT a component of India's National Action Plan on Climate Change (NAPCC)?
Answer: D
NAPCC consists of 8 missions including energy efficiency, agricultural soil health, and Himalayan ecosystem, but urban renewal is not part of NAPCC.
