Which Indian city was selected as the 'World Capital of Architecture' for 2024-2025 by UIA?

The correct answer is B: Ahmedabad. Ahmedabad was designated as the World Capital of Architecture 2024-2025, recognizing its architectural heritage and urban development.

The White Rann of Kutch is composed primarily of which mineral deposit?

The correct answer is B: Sodium chloride (salt). The Great Rann of Kutch, appearing white due to salt deposits, creates a unique landscape of crystalline salt formations, particularly visible during dry seasons.

Which state in India has the highest forest cover percentage as per the India State of Forest Report 2023?

The correct answer is A: Mizoram. Mizoram has the highest forest cover at approximately 88.93% of its total area according to the latest forest survey data.

A person buys an item for Rs. 800 and sells it for Rs. 1000. What is the profit percentage?

The correct answer is B: 25%. Profit = 1000 - 800 = 200. Profit % = (200/800) × 100 = 25%.

The Dholavira site, an important Indus Valley Civilization site in Gujarat, is located in which island?

The correct answer is B: Khadir Island. Dholavira, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Kutch district, is located on Khadir Island and is one of the largest Indus Valley Civilization settlements.

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Q.111 Medium General Studies III

The Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) framework in India primarily targets which type of waste?

AElectronic waste and packaging materials

BAgricultural waste only

CIndustrial hazardous waste exclusively

DConstruction and demolition waste

Correct Answer: A. Electronic waste and packaging materials

Explanation:

EPR makes producers responsible for managing waste generated from their products, including e-waste, packaging, and batteries.

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Q.112 Medium General Studies III

Which river basin project received approval for implementation in 2024 under the National Water Policy framework?

AInterlinking of Godavari and Krishna rivers

BKen-Betwa Link Project

CMahanadi irrigation expansion

DNarmada supplementary project

Correct Answer: B. Ken-Betwa Link Project

Explanation:

The Ken-Betwa Link Project in Central India has been approved to transfer water from Ken river to the Betwa basin.

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Q.113 Medium General Studies III

The National Bamboo Mission aims to achieve what by 2025?

AExport 500 million tonnes of bamboo products

BPlant bamboo on 10 million hectares and create 10 lakh jobs

CEstablish 100 bamboo processing units

DReduce deforestation by 50%

Correct Answer: B. Plant bamboo on 10 million hectares and create 10 lakh jobs

Explanation:

The National Bamboo Mission targets plantation on 10 million hectares and employment generation of 10 lakh people through bamboo cultivation.

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Q.114 Medium General Studies III

Under India's National Electric Mobility Mission Plan 2020, what is the target for electric vehicle adoption?

A100% electrification by 2030

B30% electric vehicles in new vehicle registrations by 2030

C50% electric two-wheelers and three-wheelers by 2025

DAll government vehicles to be electric by 2024

Correct Answer: B. 30% electric vehicles in new vehicle registrations by 2030

Explanation:

The plan targets 30% penetration of electric vehicles in new vehicle sales across all segments by 2030.

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Q.115 Medium General Studies III

The recently amended Wetlands (Conservation and Management) Rules, 2023 primarily addresses which concern?

APromotion of fisheries in wetlands

BPrevention of wetland degradation and illegal conversion

CEstablishment of golf courses in protected areas

DAgricultural expansion in wetland zones

Correct Answer: B. Prevention of wetland degradation and illegal conversion

Explanation:

The 2023 amendments strengthen protection of wetlands by preventing conversion, establishing buffer zones, and regulating activities within wetlands.

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Q.116 Medium General Studies III

The National Green Hydrogen Mission launched in 2023 targets production of how many tonnes annually by 2030?

A1 million tonnes

B5 million tonnes

C10 million tonnes

D25 million tonnes

Correct Answer: B. 5 million tonnes

Explanation:

India's Green Hydrogen Mission aims to produce 5 million tonnes of green hydrogen annually by 2030 for industrial and transportation applications.

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Q.117 Medium General Studies III

The National Conservation Strategy and Policy Document (1992) emphasized which principle as fundamental?

AMaximum resource exploitation for GDP growth

BSustainable development balancing conservation and utilization

CExclusive preservation without human intervention

DUrban-centric environmental management

Correct Answer: B. Sustainable development balancing conservation and utilization

Explanation:

The 1992 Policy integrated conservation with development goals, introducing the concept of sustainable use of natural resources.

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Q.118 Medium General Studies III

Under India's Circular Economy Framework, the concept of 'Extended Producer Responsibility' is applied to reduce environmental impact. Which sector saw the first mandatory EPR implementation?

AElectronic and Electrical Equipment Waste

BFood and Beverage packaging

CConstruction materials

DTextile industry

Correct Answer: A. Electronic and Electrical Equipment Waste

Explanation:

E-waste management rules (2016) first mandated EPR for manufacturers of electrical and electronic products to manage waste generated from their products.

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Q.119 Medium General Studies III

What is the primary focus of the National Action Plan on Climate Change (NAPCC) with respect to agriculture?

AIncreasing agricultural exports

BPromoting climate-resilient crops and sustainable farming practices

CMechanizing all farms across India

DReducing the number of farmers in rural areas

Correct Answer: B. Promoting climate-resilient crops and sustainable farming practices

Explanation:

NAPCC focuses on developing climate-resilient agriculture through improved crop varieties, water management, and sustainable farming practices to adapt to climate change impacts.

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Q.120 Medium General Studies III

The Soil Health Card Scheme was launched to assess which of the following?

AGroundwater quality

BNutrient status and recommendations for crop management

CPesticide residues in soil

DCarbon sequestration capacity

Correct Answer: B. Nutrient status and recommendations for crop management

Explanation:

The Soil Health Card Scheme provides farmers with information about nutrient status of their soil and recommendations for appropriate nutrient management to improve crop productivity.

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