Consider the following statements about India's renewable energy capacity:
1. India ranks 4th globally in renewable energy capacity
2. Solar energy is the fastest growing renewable sector in India
3. India aims to achieve 500 GW renewable capacity by 2030
Which statement(s) is/are correct?
AOnly 1
B1 and 2
C2 and 3
DAll of the above
Correct Answer: C. 2 and 3
Explanation:
India ranks 4th in total renewable capacity but aims for 500 GW by 2030. Solar is indeed the fastest growing renewable sector in India.
The Swachh Bharat Mission has two components: Swachh Bharat Abhiyan (Gramin) and Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban. What is the primary focus of the rural component?
AConstruction of community centers
BElimination of open defecation and solid waste management
CDevelopment of smart cities
DIndustrial waste treatment
Correct Answer: B. Elimination of open defecation and solid waste management
Explanation:
The rural component of Swachh Bharat focuses on eliminating open defecation through toilet construction and solid waste management.
Analyze the relationship between poverty reduction and various government schemes:
If a household benefits from PM-KISAN, Ayushman Bharat, and NREGA simultaneously, which of the following outcomes is MOST LIKELY?
AIncome support alone will eliminate poverty
BCombination of income, health, and employment support can reduce multidimensional poverty
CHealth scheme is sufficient for poverty reduction
DEmployment alone guarantees poverty elimination
Correct Answer: B. Combination of income, health, and employment support can reduce multidimensional poverty
Explanation:
Poverty reduction is multidimensional; combination of income support (PM-KISAN), healthcare (Ayushman Bharat), and employment (NREGA) addresses multiple dimensions.
Considering sustainable agriculture and rural development, which of the following best represents the integrated approach of modern Indian agricultural policy?
AMaximum production without considering environmental impact
BSubsidy-based support only
CIntegration of productivity, sustainability, profitability, and environmental conservation
DComplete elimination of chemical fertilizers
Correct Answer: C. Integration of productivity, sustainability, profitability, and environmental conservation
Explanation:
Modern agricultural policy focuses on balancing productivity with sustainability, profitability, and environmental conservation through integrated approaches.
