Which of the following is NOT a component of India's National Action Plan on Climate Change?
ANational Mission for Sustainable Agriculture
BNational Mission on Enhanced Energy Efficiency
CNational Mission for Universal Basic Income
DNational Mission for Sustaining the Himalayan Ecosystem
Correct Answer: C. National Mission for Universal Basic Income
Explanation:
The National Action Plan on Climate Change has 8 missions including sustainable agriculture, energy efficiency, and Himalayan ecosystem. Universal Basic Income is not part of this plan.
The concept of 'Blue Economy' in India's marine policy primarily relates to which sector?
AFreshwater aquaculture
BSustainable use of ocean and marine resources
CDeep sea mining
DNuclear energy production
Correct Answer: B. Sustainable use of ocean and marine resources
Explanation:
Blue Economy focuses on sustainable development of ocean-based sectors including fisheries, tourism, and renewable energy while protecting marine ecosystems.
The National Nutrition Mission (POSHAN Abhiyaan) focuses on reducing stunting in children. In which age group is stunting reduction the primary objective?
A0-5 years
B5-10 years
C0-6 years
D6-12 years
Correct Answer: C. 0-6 years
Explanation:
POSHAN Abhiyaan focuses on the 0-6 years age group as this is the critical window for nutritional interventions and preventing stunting.
The Integrated Pest Management (IPM) approach in agriculture avoids heavy pesticide use. Which is a key component of IPM?
AExclusive use of chemical pesticides
BUse of bio-pesticides, crop rotation, and natural predators alongside minimal chemical use
CComplete elimination of all pest control measures
DMonoculture farming to reduce pest diversity
Correct Answer: B. Use of bio-pesticides, crop rotation, and natural predators alongside minimal chemical use
Explanation:
IPM integrates multiple pest control methods including biological control, cultural practices, and selective chemical use to reduce environmental impact.