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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
1 pointsQ1) The term Leachate is often heard in the context of,
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Inspired by : https://www.downtoearth.org.in/news/waste/south-africa-bans-dumping-of-liquid-waste-in-landfills-66390
Answer : (a)
1. Groundwater reserves in the country should be protected from toxic leachate that seeps hazardous liquids through landfills.
2. Hazardous liquid waste such as refinery waste, chemical processed paint waste, hydrocarbon contaminated liquids, sludges and chemical solvents are generally disposed in landfills.
3. The hazardous liquid wastes can also be used as an alternative fuel for energy production, which can cut dependence on fossil fuels and boost the country’s economy.Incorrect
Inspired by : https://www.downtoearth.org.in/news/waste/south-africa-bans-dumping-of-liquid-waste-in-landfills-66390
Answer : (a)
1. Groundwater reserves in the country should be protected from toxic leachate that seeps hazardous liquids through landfills.
2. Hazardous liquid waste such as refinery waste, chemical processed paint waste, hydrocarbon contaminated liquids, sludges and chemical solvents are generally disposed in landfills.
3. The hazardous liquid wastes can also be used as an alternative fuel for energy production, which can cut dependence on fossil fuels and boost the country’s economy. -
Question 2 of 5
2. Question
1 pointsQ2) Identify the correct statement about the ‘Shagun’ initiative:
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Inspired by : https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=1583276
Answer : (a)
1. It is an over-arching initiative to improve school education system by creating a junction for all online portals and websites relating to various activities of the Department of School Education and Literacy in the Government of India and all States and Union Territories.
2. Shagun is coined from two different words- ‘Shala’ meaning Schools and ‘Gunvatta’ meaning Quality
3. It will enhance the accessibility of information relating to schools and will ensure a holistic approach to transforming the education sector.Incorrect
Inspired by : https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=1583276
Answer : (a)
1. It is an over-arching initiative to improve school education system by creating a junction for all online portals and websites relating to various activities of the Department of School Education and Literacy in the Government of India and all States and Union Territories.
2. Shagun is coined from two different words- ‘Shala’ meaning Schools and ‘Gunvatta’ meaning Quality
3. It will enhance the accessibility of information relating to schools and will ensure a holistic approach to transforming the education sector. -
Question 3 of 5
3. Question
1 pointsQ3) Identify the correct statements about the Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure :
1. It will be launched at the UN Climate Action Summit.
2. It will generate funds for adaptation mechanisms to mitigate the effects of climate change and resulting disasters.Choose the correct answer:
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Inspired by : https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=1583302
Answer : (a)
1. It will serve as a platform where knowledge is generated and exchanged on different aspects of disaster and climate resilience of infrastructure.
2. It will bring together technical expertise from a multitude of stakeholders.
3. It will create a mechanism to assist countries to upgrade their capacities and practices, with regard to infrastructure development in accordance with their risk context and economic needs.
4. All sections of society will be benefitted from the improvement of knowledge and practice in creating disaster resilient infrastructure.Incorrect
Inspired by : https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=1583302
Answer : (a)
1. It will serve as a platform where knowledge is generated and exchanged on different aspects of disaster and climate resilience of infrastructure.
2. It will bring together technical expertise from a multitude of stakeholders.
3. It will create a mechanism to assist countries to upgrade their capacities and practices, with regard to infrastructure development in accordance with their risk context and economic needs.
4. All sections of society will be benefitted from the improvement of knowledge and practice in creating disaster resilient infrastructure. -
Question 4 of 5
4. Question
1 pointsQ4) What is/are the importance/importance of the ‘United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification’?
1. It aims to promote effective action through innovative national programs and supportive inter-national partnerships.
2. It has a special/particular focus on South Asia and North Africa regions, and its Secretariat facilitates the allocation of major portion of financial resources to these regions.
3. It is committed to the bottom-up approach, encouraging the participation of local people in combating desertification.Select the correct answer using the code given below:
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Inspired by : Prelims 2016; https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/explained-land-degradation-neutrality/
Answer : (c)
1. Established in 1994, the UNCCD is the only legally binding international agreement linking environment and development issues to the land agenda.
2. It addresses specifically the arid, semi-arid and dry sub-humid areas, known as the drylands, where some of the most vulnerable ecosystems and peoples can be found.
3. 2006 was declared “International Year of Deserts and Desertification”.Incorrect
Inspired by : Prelims 2016; https://www.civilsdaily.com/news/explained-land-degradation-neutrality/
Answer : (c)
1. Established in 1994, the UNCCD is the only legally binding international agreement linking environment and development issues to the land agenda.
2. It addresses specifically the arid, semi-arid and dry sub-humid areas, known as the drylands, where some of the most vulnerable ecosystems and peoples can be found.
3. 2006 was declared “International Year of Deserts and Desertification”. -
Question 5 of 5
5. Question
1 pointsQ5) Among the following cities, which one lies on a longitude closest to that of Delhi?
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Inspired by: Prelims 2018
Answer : (a)
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Inspired by: Prelims 2018
Answer : (a)
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