The Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation (GCMMF) operates under which brand name?

The correct answer is A: Amul. GCMMF operates under the brand name 'Amul', which has become synonymous with dairy products in India and is a major cooperative success story.

Which of the following National Parks in Gujarat is home to the Nilgai (Blue Bull) population?

The correct answer is B: Blackbuck National Park, Velavadar. Velavadar Blackbuck National Park in Bhavnagar district is home to significant populations of blackbucks and nilgai, protecting these endangered species.

निम्नलिखित में से कौन सा 'उपमा अलंकार' का उदाहरण है?

The correct answer is A: सोने जैसा चेहरा. 'सोने जैसा चेहरा' में दो भिन्न वस्तुओं की तुलना 'जैसा' से की गई है, जो उपमा अलंकार है।

The Koodal-Azhagar Temple mentioned in classical Tamil literature is located in which state?

The correct answer is A: Tamil Nadu. The Koodal-Azhagar Temple is located in Madurai, Tamil Nadu, and is one of the four temples mentioned in the Divya Prabandham of Tamil literature.

In 2024, which Indian city was recognized as the 'World's Fastest Growing City' by the UN?

The correct answer is C: Ahmedabad. Ahmedabad in Gujarat was recognized by the United Nations as one of the world's fastest-growing cities due to its economic and infrastructural development.

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Q.141 Medium General Studies III

The 'International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)' classifies species into categories. Which category indicates 'Extremely High Risk of Extinction'?

AVulnerable (VU)

BCritically Endangered (CR)

CEndangered (EN)

DNear Threatened (NT)

Correct Answer: B. Critically Endangered (CR)

Explanation:

Critically Endangered (CR) is the IUCN category for species facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild.

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Q.142 Medium General Studies III

Which of the following is NOT a component of India's National Action Plan on Climate Change (NAPCC)?

ANational Mission for Enhanced Energy Efficiency

BNational Mission on Agricultural Soil Health

CNational Mission for Himalayan Ecosystem Conservation

DNational Mission for Urban Renewal and Development

Correct Answer: D. National Mission for Urban Renewal and Development

Explanation:

NAPCC consists of 8 missions including energy efficiency, agricultural soil health, and Himalayan ecosystem, but urban renewal is not part of NAPCC.

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Q.143 Medium General Studies III

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

AArunachal Pradesh

BMizoram

CNagaland

DMeghalaya

Correct Answer: B. Mizoram

Explanation:

Mizoram has the highest forest cover percentage at over 85% of its total geographical area according to the 2023 report.

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Q.144 Medium General Studies III

Which ministry is responsible for implementing the 'National Action Plan on Climate Change' in India?

AMinistry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change

BMinistry of Power

CMinistry of New and Renewable Energy

DMinistry of Earth Sciences

Correct Answer: A. Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change

Explanation:

The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) oversees the implementation of NAPCC across various sectors.

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Q.145 Medium General Studies III

The 'Green India Mission' aims to increase forest and tree cover by which target area by 2030?

A5 million hectares

B10 million hectares

C15 million hectares

D20 million hectares

Correct Answer: B. 10 million hectares

Explanation:

The Green India Mission targets afforestation and tree cover enhancement of 10 million hectares by 2030 to combat climate change.

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Q.146 Medium General Studies III

Which of the following is a major environmental concern specific to Gujarat's industrial development?

AAcid rain in urban areas

BAir pollution from textile and chemical industries in GIDC areas

CLandslide risks in hilly regions

DFlooding in agricultural zones

Correct Answer: B. Air pollution from textile and chemical industries in GIDC areas

Explanation:

Gujarat's rapid industrialization, particularly in sectors like textiles, chemicals, and pharmaceuticals, has led to significant air and water pollution concerns.

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Q.147 Medium General Studies III

Which scheme launched by the Gujarat government focuses on water conservation and groundwater management?

ANal Se Jal

BSardar Sarovar Project

CPer Drop More Crop

DMukhyamantri Jal Swavlamban Abhiyaan

Correct Answer: D. Mukhyamantri Jal Swavlamban Abhiyaan

Explanation:

The Mukhyamantri Jal Swavlamban Abhiyaan is a state-level initiative focused on groundwater conservation and water-harvesting structures in Gujarat.

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Q.148 Medium General Studies III

The 'Perform, Achieve and Trade (PAT)' scheme in India is primarily designed to improve which sector?

AAgriculture and horticulture

BEnergy efficiency in industrial establishments

CWaste management systems

DWater purification technologies

Correct Answer: B. Energy efficiency in industrial establishments

Explanation:

The PAT scheme mandates energy efficiency improvements in large industrial and commercial establishments, allowing trading of excess efficiency credits.

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Q.149 Medium General Studies III

Which international agreement specifically addresses the reduction of hazardous waste and its transboundary movements?

ABasel Convention

BStockholm Convention

CRotterdam Convention

DCartagena Protocol

Correct Answer: A. Basel Convention

Explanation:

The Basel Convention (1989) regulates the transboundary movement and management of hazardous and other wastes.

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Q.150 Medium General Studies III

What is the primary environmental issue associated with the textile industry in Gujarat?

ANoise pollution

BSoil contamination from dyes and heavy metals

CRadioactive waste generation

DMethane emissions

Correct Answer: B. Soil contamination from dyes and heavy metals

Explanation:

Gujarat's textile industry generates significant wastewater containing dyes, chemicals, and heavy metals that contaminate soil and water bodies.

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