Q.131
Medium
Which of the following rivers in Gujarat is declared as a 'National Waterway' under the Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI)?
A Narmada River
B Tapi River
C Sabarmati River
D Mahi River
Correct Answer:
A. Narmada River Explanation:
The Narmada River in Gujarat has been designated as a National Waterway to promote inland navigation and reduce transportation costs.
Q.132
Medium
The Crescent Lake Wetland, recently in news for conservation efforts, is located in which district of Gujarat?
A Kutch
B Jamnagar
C Surat
D Valsad
Correct Answer:
B. Jamnagar Explanation:
Crescent Lake in Jamnagar is an important wetland habitat for migratory birds and has been a focus of wetland restoration projects.
Q.133
Medium
Which ministry in India is responsible for implementing the 'Pradhan Mantri Khanij Shram Kalyan Yojana'?
A Ministry of Labour and Employment
B Ministry of Mines
C Ministry of Social Justice
D Ministry of Rural Development
Correct Answer:
B. Ministry of Mines Explanation:
The Ministry of Mines oversees this scheme which provides social security and welfare to unorganized workers in the mineral sector.
Q.134
Medium
The 'Textile Sector Integrated Processing Development Scheme' (TIPDS) focuses on which aspect of textile production?
A Raw material production
B Sustainable processing and green manufacturing
C Export promotion only
D Retail distribution
Correct Answer:
B. Sustainable processing and green manufacturing Explanation:
TIPDS emphasizes sustainable textile processing, reduced water consumption, and environmentally friendly manufacturing practices.
Q.135
Medium
The 'Compensatory Afforestation Fund Management and Planning Authority (CAMPA)' was established under which act?
A Indian Forest Act, 1927
B Environment Protection Act, 1986
C Wildlife Protection Act, 1972
D Forest (Conservation) Act, 1980
Correct Answer:
D. Forest (Conservation) Act, 1980 Explanation:
CAMPA was established under the Forest (Conservation) Act, 1980, to manage funds for afforestation and habitat restoration.
Q.136
Medium
The 'Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ)' notification in India defines restrictions up to what distance from the high tide line?
A 100 meters
B 200 meters
C 500 meters
D 1 kilometer
Correct Answer:
C. 500 meters Explanation:
The CRZ notification typically designates a 500-meter coastal buffer zone for regulation of development activities to protect coastal ecosystems.
Q.137
Medium
Which UNESCO World Heritage Site in Gujarat is known for its Asiatic lion population?
A Champaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park
B Gir National Park region
C Rani ki Vav
D Kutch Grasslands
Correct Answer:
A. Champaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park Explanation:
While Gir has lions, Champaner-Pavagadh is a UNESCO site; however, Gir National Park itself is crucial for Asiatic lion conservation in Gujarat.
Q.138
Medium
Gujarat's 'Vibrant Gujarat' program emphasizes sustainable development through which sector among others?
A Only manufacturing
B Renewable energy and green industrial zones
C Agriculture exclusively
D Tourism alone
Correct Answer:
B. Renewable energy and green industrial zones Explanation:
The Vibrant Gujarat program promotes sustainable industrial development with emphasis on renewable energy and green manufacturing zones.
Q.139
Medium
The 'Indus Waters Treaty' between India and Pakistan falls under which category of environmental cooperation?
A Bilateral water sharing agreement
B Unilateral water management
C Temporary dispute resolution
D Trade agreement with water clauses
Correct Answer:
A. Bilateral water sharing agreement Explanation:
The Indus Waters Treaty (1960) is a landmark bilateral agreement regulating sharing and management of Indus River waters between the two nations.
Q.140
Medium
Which of the following best describes 'Circular Economy' as applied in India's waste management policy?
A Linear production and disposal
B Reuse, repair, recycle, and reduce waste generation
C Waste export to other countries
D Incineration of all waste
Correct Answer:
B. Reuse, repair, recycle, and reduce waste generation Explanation:
Circular economy principles emphasize reducing, reusing, and recycling to minimize waste and maximize resource efficiency.
