Consider the following about the Pradhan Mantri Vaya Vandana Yojana (PMVVY):
1. It is a pension scheme for senior citizens aged 60 years and above
2. It guarantees a fixed pension irrespective of market conditions
3. It has a maximum investment limit of ₹15 lakhs per person
Which statements are correct?
A1 and 2 only
B1 and 3 only
C2 and 3 only
D1, 2, and 3
Correct Answer: D. 1, 2, and 3
Explanation:
PMVVY provides guaranteed pension to senior citizens aged 60+ with maximum investment of ₹15 lakhs, offering fixed returns independent of market volatility.
Analyze the relationship between India's Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) under the Paris Agreement and domestic climate policies. Which statement best reflects this relationship?
ANDC is independent of domestic policies and not binding
BDomestic policies like NAPCC are aligned to achieve NDC targets of reducing emissions intensity
CNDC supersedes all domestic environmental policies
DThere is no connection between NDC and domestic climate initiatives
Correct Answer: B. Domestic policies like NAPCC are aligned to achieve NDC targets of reducing emissions intensity
Explanation:
India's domestic climate policies including NAPCC are designed to achieve its NDC commitment of reducing emission intensity by 35% by 2030.
The 'National Action Plan on Climate Change' identifies how many missions for climate action?
A6 missions
B8 missions
C10 missions
D12 missions
Correct Answer: B. 8 missions
Explanation:
The National Action Plan identifies 8 missions covering solar energy, enhanced energy efficiency, sustainable agriculture, and climate-resilient infrastructure.
Under the 'Mission Life' (LiFE - Lifestyle for Environment) initiative launched in 2022, which behavioral change is most emphasized for citizens to combat climate change?
AComplete abandonment of fossil fuel usage immediately
BAdoption of mindful and deliberate consumption patterns as individual and collective action
CMandatory participation in tree-planting drives every month
DConversion of all agricultural land to organic farming within two years
Correct Answer: B. Adoption of mindful and deliberate consumption patterns as individual and collective action
Explanation:
Mission LiFE promotes 'Conscious Consumption' and sustainable living through deliberate choices in daily life rather than extreme measures. It focuses on collective behavioral transformation toward environmental sustainability.
