Civils Prelims 2024 Model Questions
TSPSC GROUP – 1 PRELIMS EXAM , 2024
TEST 11
(Prepared on 16.5.2024 )
Prepared by :
Praturi Potayya
Sarma MA,LLB,PGDIRP
GENERAL STUDIES / Model Questions based on (Current Affairs)
TOPICS: SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY,ENVIRONMENT
1)What is
the 3D Printing ?
1)3D printing, also known as additive
manufacturing, is a process by which physical objects are created by depositing
materials in layers based on a digital model. All 3D printing processes require
software, hardware and materials to work together.
2)3D printing technology can be used to
create everything from prototypes and simple parts to highly technical final
products such as aeroplane parts (US
site), eco-friendly buildings, life-saving medical implants and
even artificial organs using layers of human cells.
Which of
the above is / are correct ?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c ) 1 and
2
(d ) Either 1 or 2
Ans : c
2)
India
primarily imports thermal coal from South Africa and Indonesia, and average
prices from these countries decreased by approximately 54% and 38% respectively
during April 2023 to January 2024, compared to the corresponding period in the
previous year.
Imports are
also driven by higher-grade requirements in some sectors such as cement which
require coal of higher GCV value for clinker production; however, as supplies
of high-grade coal in India are largely limited, it has led to cement plants
largely looking towards imports for its usage. The cement industry is also a
major importer of pet-coke
In this
connection, consider the following reasons :
1) Less
availability of domestic coal (due to challenges in developing coal mines
related to land acquisition, delay on obtaining statutory clearance etc and
logistics constraints for evacuation) against the demand of coal in country or
GDP growth of the country.
2) Low
quality of coal as per demand e.g. coking coal required for steel sector.
3) Pricing of
coal in international market. Several studies (like PWC research) 11suggest
that the International coal price and Coal imports to India are inter-linked.
4)To
establish the correlation the committee has studied the last 10-year coal
imports both for Coking and NonCoking data along with average International
coal prices.
5) Bulk of
the coal in the country is imported by the Non-Regulated Sector (NRS). NRS coal
consumers mostly procure their domestic coal requirement through participation
in the NRS linkage auctions conducted by Coal India Limited. NRS linkage
auctions are mine specific. Successful participation in these linkage auctions
provides the NRS consumers an assured source of coal supplies, say for an
initial tenure of 5 years / 10 years. However, at times when the international
coal prices are low, NRS coal consumers tend to exit from the Fuel Supply
Agreements executed with the coal companies and import coal to meet their
requirements, leading to supply chain disruptions
Which of
the above is / are correct ?
(a) 1 only
(b)
1,2,3,4,5
(c ) 1 and
2
(d ) Either 1 or 3
Ans : b
3) Consider
the following :
1)The
Ministry of Coal has initiated a ground breaking project to harness geothermal
energy for power generation.
2)This
pilot project, located in the Manuguru area of SCCL Command, is based on the
closed-loop Binary Organic Rankine Cycle (ORC) process technology.
3)The aim
is to establish the first indigenous 20kW pilot demonstration unit in India,
utilizing geothermal fluid as a heat source. The project seeks to produce
clean, reliable, and efficient electricity while standardizing and optimizing
power generation costs.
4)The
ultimate goal is to ensure uninterrupted power supply for commercial viability,
indigenize the process, establish a model for scaling up, and register
Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) for the proof of concept
Which of
the above is / are correct ?
(a) 1 only
(b)
1,2,3,4
(c ) 1 and
2
(d ) Neither 1 nor 2
Ans : b
4)
Consider the following :
1)In the heart of rural India, a silent revolution is
taking root. The Krishi Sakhis are the driving force behind a rural
transformation.
2)To further fuel this revolution, as a part of the
Convergence Initiative, between the Ministry of Agriculture & Farmer
Welfare and Ministry of Rural Development - an MoU was signed on 30.08.2023
between the Ministries to converge their programs. As a part of the MoU, a
joint initiative i.e Krishi Sakhis Training Programme to certify 70,000 Krishi
Sakhis as “Para-Extension Workers” was launched.
3)Krishi Sakhis play a pivotal role in implementing
schemes like National Mission of Natural Farming (NMNF), Bio Resource Centres,
Prdhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY), and many more because of their
strength which lies in their Commitment, Passion, Hard work & enthusiasm.
4)Being local, knowing the local language, culture,
practices and having undergone all the joy and sorrow together with the
villagers and farmers, they understand the ecosystem better. Krishi Sakhis, most
of them farmers themselves understand better and are in an advantageous
position to explain to their friends, families, villages in a more relatable
manner.
5) They
act as key resources, guiding farmers to access the benefits of these
initiatives. They would carry out awareness generation meetings on Natural
Farming, Soil health Management and Testing as part of Janbhagidari. These
initiatives will have a direct impact on increasing the livelihood of the
Krishi Sakhis and ensure wider reach for the agriculture programme and
schemes. Till date close to 3500 Krishi Sakhis have already been trained
and the program is being simultaneously implemented in 13 states
Which of
the above is / are correct ?
(a) 1 only
(b)
1,2,3,4,5
(c ) 1 and
2
(d ) Neither 1 nor 2
Ans : b
5)
Consider the following :
1)"44% of our power generation capacity is from
non-fossil-fuel sources. About 180-plus GW of total capacity of 427 GW is from
non-fossil-fuel sources, most of which is renewable capacity.
2)Our rate of energy transition is unmatched. We are the
only country issuing bids for round-the-clock renewable energy."
3) The power demand in the country has gone up by 50.8 percent
in energy terms from 2013-14 to 2022-23. The peak demand has gone up from
135,918 MW in 2013-14 to 243,271 MW in September 2023. We have been able to
meet the increase in demand because we added 196,558 MW of capacity between
2014 to 2023 which includes 104,059 MW of renewable energy capacity.
Which of
the above is / are correct ?
(a) 1 only
(b) 1,2,3
(c )
Neither 1 nor 2
(d ) 3
only
Ans : b
6)
Consider the following :
1)As
part of the People-Centric Greening Initiative – Bio-reclamation/Plantation,
Coal/Lignite PSUs have been consistently and dedicatedly working towards
sustainable environmental practices.
2)Their
primary focus is on reducing the carbon footprint associated with coal mining
through extensive plantation programs featuring native species, including
fruit-bearing plants.
3)These
initiatives span various locations, encompassing overburden (OB) dumps, haul
roads, mine peripheries, residential colonies, and available land outside the
lease area. The aim is to benefit local communities by fostering environmental
sustainability.
4)By
employing advanced techniques such as high-tech cultivation, bamboo
plantations, seed ball plantation, grassing, and the Miyawaki method in
suitable command areas, they have successfully planted more than 235 lakh
native saplings over the past five years (from FY 2019-20 to FY 2023-24 until
January).
5)
This extensive effort has covered an area exceeding 10,784 hectares, making a
substantial contribution to enhancing the carbon sink and promoting a greener
environment for local communities. Moreover, these PSUs annually distribute
fruit-bearing plants to local communities.
Which of
the above is / are correct ?
(a) 1 only
(b)
1,2,3,4,5
(c ) 1 and
2
(d ) Neither 1 nor 2
Ans : b
7) Consider
the following ab out Swachhata Green Leaf Rating:
1)In a major move to revolutionize sanitation practices in India's
burgeoning tourism industry, the Department of Drinking Water & Sanitation
(DDWS), Ministry of Jal Shakti, in collaboration with the Ministry of Tourism,
has introduced the Swachhata Green Leaf Rating (SGLR) initiative.
2)This visionary program aligns with Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi's
emphasis on providing world-class hygiene and sanitation facilities for
tourist, marking a crucial step towards cleaner and more sustainable tourism
practices. The Union Minister for Jal Shakti, exhorted all tourist facilities
to enhance aesthetic and sanitation levels at tourist destinations. He said “As
ambassadors of our country’s hospitality & development, all our tourist
facilities should actively involve themselves in enhancing the aesthetic &
sanitation levels of our tourist spots”. Shri Shekhawat further added “with its
investment in the desired direction of responsible sanitation, the hospitality
sector will be able to attract increased tourist footfall while simultaneously
achieving brand value for itself”.
3)Bison Resorts, Madhai, in the heart of Narmadapuram, Madhya Pradesh
has taken the lead by obtaining the first Five Swachhata Green Leaf Rating
Certificate of Recognition.
4)This accolade solidifies the resort's commitment to responsible
tourism practices and sets a commendable precedent for the industry. Union
Minister,, acknowledging this milestone achievement on ‘X’, commended
Bison Resorts for their dedication to raising sanitation standards.
Which of
the above is / are correct ?
(a) 1 only
(b)
1,2,3,4
(c ) 1 and
2
(d ) Neither 1 nor 2
Ans : b
8)
Consider the following :
1)Central
Ground Water Board (CGWB) monitors groundwater levels throughout the country on
a regional scale, four times in every year during the months of
March/April/May, August, November and January. The state-wise ground water
levels measured for the Month of November 2023
2)The
perusal of groundwater levels of November 2023 indicates that, depth to water
level ranges from 0 to 5 metre below ground level (bgl) as observed at about
60.2% of the monitoring stations. Groundwater level in the range of 2 to 5 m
bgl is predominant in the entire country. In parts of north-western and western
states, especially in the states/UTs of Chandigarh, Delhi, Haryana, Punjab and
Rajasthan, depth to water level is generally deeper and ranges from about 10 m
bgl to more than 40 m bgl.
3)In
order to assess the long term fluctuation in ground water level throughout
country, the water level data collected by CGWB in all States during November
2023 has been compared with the decadal mean of November (2013-2022).
4)
Analysis of water level data indicates that about 51.7% of the wells monitored
have registered rise in ground water levels, mostly in the range of 0.0 – 2.0
metre. Further, fall in groundwater levels have also been observed in 48.3%
analysed wells which is mostly in the range of 0.0-2.0 metre.
Which of
the above is / are correct ?
(a) 1 only
(b)
1,2,3,4
(c ) 1 and
2
(d ) Neither 1 nor 2
Ans : b
9)
A few of the major challenges being
faced by the States in the implementation of the Jal Jeevan Mission are listed below
:
- Lack
of dependable drinking water sources in water-stressed areas,
- Presence
of geo-genic contaminants in ground water,
- Uneven
geographical terrain, scattered rural habitations,
- Lack
of capacity of the local village communities to manage and operate
in-village water supply infrastructure.
Which of
the above is / are correct ?
(a) 1 only
(b)
1,2,3,4
(c ) 1 and
2
(d ) Neither 1 nor 2
Ans : b
10)Consider
the following :
1)The base year for India’s commitment under the
Nationally Determined Contributions, to create an additional carbon sink of 2.5
to 3 billion tonnes of CO2 equivalent through additional forest and tree cover
by 2030, is 2005.
2)Accordingly, as reported by Forest Survey of India
(FSI), Dehradun, India has so far achieved an additional carbon sink of 1.97
billion tonnes of CO2 equivalent.
Which of
the above is / are correct ?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c ) Both
1 and 2
(d ) Neither 1 nor 2
Ans : c
11) Consider the
following :
1)The goal of Amrit Dharohar is to promote unique
conservation values of Ramsar sites and its implementation strategy is centred
around four components such as Species and Habitat Conservation, Nature
Tourism, Wetlands Livelihoods, and Wetlands Carbon Assessment.
2)The component of species and habitat conservation inter
alia provides for preparation of Integrated Management Plans (IMPs) for Ramsar
sites. The activities like, deweeding, desilting, pollution control and
abatement are part of IMP.
3)So far, IMPs for 14 Ramsar sites have been prepared.
4)Under the Swachhta Special Campaign 3.0 from October 2nd -
31st, 2023, MoEFCC in association with State/UT Wetland Authorities
organised wetlands cleaning around different Amrit Dharohar sites i.e. Ramsar
sites, across the country.
Which of
the above is / are correct ?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c )
1,2,3,4
(d ) Neither 1 nor 2
Ans : c
12)
Consider the following :
1)On the eve of World Wetlands Day 2024, five more wetlands
have been designated as Ramsar sites taking the total tally of Ramsar sites in
the country from 75 to 80.
2)
The World Wetlands Day 2024, organised at
Sirpur Ramsar Site in Indore, Madhya Pradesh on 2nd February
2024, marked the conclusion of the year-long ‘Save Wetlands Campaign’. Under
this campaign, more than 1.9 million people have been sensitised about wetlands
conservation through participatory approach.
3)More
than 75,000 ground truthing of wetlands have been done, health cards for more
than 5,800 wetlands have been prepared and more than 17,000 Wetland Mitras have
been registered under the aforesaid campaign.
Which of
the above is / are correct ?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c ) 1,2,3
(d ) Neither 1 nor 2
Ans : c
13)
Consider the following :
1)India on
account of its unique geophysical setting is highly prone to earthquakes of
varying intensities. The country has faced several devastating earthquakes in
the past resulting in a large number of deaths and severe property damage.
During the last century, five earthquakes measuring M8 or more struck different
parts of the country. In recent years damaging earthquakes had been experienced
in different parts of the country.
2)Seismic
Zoning: The country has been classified into different zones indicating the
intensity of damage or frequency of earthquake occurrences. These zoning maps
indicate broadly the seismic coefficient that could generally be adopted for
the design of buildings in different parts of the country.
3)These
maps are based on subjective estimates of intensity from available information
on earthquake occurrence, geology, and tectonics of the country. The Indian
seismic zoning is a continuous process that keeps undergoing changes as more
and more data on the occurrence of earthquakes becomes available
4)
Considering the recorded history of earthquakes in the country, seismologists
have classified 59% of the land mass of India as prone to earthquakes of
different magnitudes– 11% in very high-risk Zone V,
18% in
high-risk Zone IV, and 30% in moderate-risk Zone III.
5)Guwahati
and Srinagar are located in Seismic Zone V,
while the national capital of Delhi is in Zone IV, and the mega cities
of Mumbai, Kolkata, and Chennai are in Zone III.
Which of
the above is / are correct ?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c )
1,2,3,4,5
(d ) Neither 1 nor 2
Ans : c
14)
Consider the following :
1)The 15-km-long magma dike that formed beneath Grindavík,
Iceland, in November 2023 reached an unprecedented subsurface magma flow
rate of 7,400 cubic meters per second.
2)The dike formation preceded the more recent
Sundhnúkur eruptions in December 2023 and January 2024.
3)The study shows how tectonic stress can drive magma
flow into dikes with only modest overpressure in the feeding magma body. The
measurement of such flow rates provides insight into the formation of major
dikes.
Which of
the above is / are correct ?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c ) 1,2,3
(d ) Neither 1 nor 2
Ans : c
15)Consider
the following about fog :
1)In the
January 2024 large dense fog blanketed the NCR region, leading to near-zero
visibility. This happens mainly because of the high particulate matter and smog
in the atmosphere.
2)Fog can
trap the pollutants close to the ground, leading to an increase in respiratory
and other health-related issues.
3)
Another cause for worry is that in foggy conditions, some pollutants like
nitrogen oxides can react with other compounds to form secondary pollutants,
thus posing severe health risks, particularly to children and the elderly.
Which of
the above is / are correct ?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c ) 1,2,3
(d ) Neither 1 nor 2
Ans : c
16)
Consider
the details of provisions in place for
encouraging the installation of Renewable Energy Plants :
1)Permitting Foreign Direct Investment
(FDI) up to 100 percent under the automatic route.
2)Waiver of Inter State Transmission System
(ISTS) charges for inter-state sale of solar and wind power for projects to be
commissioned by 30th June 2025.
3)As per MoEFCC’s provisions of the EIA
Notification 2006 Solar PV Power Projects, Wind Power Projects are exempted
from Environment Impact Assessment (EIA).
4)Accelerated Depreciation at the rate of
40% is available on Solar and Wind Power Projects.
5)Central pollution control board has
included Solar Power generation through solar photovoltaic cell plants of all
capacities, Wind Power Plants of all capacities and hydel Power Plants upto and
including capacity of 25 MW under white category.
Which of
the above is / are correct ?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c )
1,2,3,4,5
(d ) Neither 1 nor 2
Ans : c
17)Consider
the following about National Green Hydrogen Mission :
1) The Ministry of New and Renewable
Energy is implementing the National Green Hydrogen Mission, launched by the Government
in January 2023.
2)
The overarching objective of the Mission is to make India the Global Hub for
production, usage and export of Green Hydrogen and its derivatives.
3) The following components have been
announced as part of the Mission:
- Pilot
Projects for steel, mobility, shipping, decentralized energy applications,
hydrogen production from biomass, hydrogen storage, etc. with an outlay of
Rs. 1,466 crores;
- Research
& Development programme including through a public-private partnership
framework for R&D with an outlay of Rs. 400 crores.
Which of
the above is / are correct ?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c ) 1,2,3
(d ) Neither 1 nor 2
Ans : c
18)
Consider the following :
The
Union Minister for Power and New & Renewable Energy has informed about the
installation of Flue Gas De-sulphurisation (FGD) equipment in thermal
power plants.
1)All
Thermal Power Plants are required to comply with the emission norms as notified
by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEF&CC) and
directions given by Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) from time to
time.
2)Thermal Power Plants located in the
states of the eastern region, including Bihar, West Bengal, Odisha, Assam and
Jharkhand, are in the various stages of up-gradation and installation of
emission control equipment .
3)For
compliance to Sulphur dioxide (SO2) emission norms, Thermal Power Plants are
installing FGD equipment, for which the timelines for compliance (for
non-retiring units) as specified by MoEF&CC
Which of
the above is / are correct ?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c ) 1,2,3
(d ) Neither 1 nor 2
Ans : c
19)
Consider the following :
1)We
have introduced new products in the Exchange for Renewable Energy such as the
Green Day Ahead Market and the Green Term Ahead Market.
2)India has one of
the fastest growing Renewable Energy Capacities in the world and has emerged as
the most favoured destination for investment in Renewables in the world.
3) Government has
constructed Green Energy Corridors and put in place 13 Renewable Energy
Management Centres.
4)Presently,
Renewable Energy Capacity is 180,800 MW and 103,660 MW is under installation
Which of
the above is / are correct ?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c )
1,2,3,4
(d ) Neither 1 nor 2
Ans : c
20)Consider
the following about PPAs:
1)Power
Purchase Agreements (PPAs) under Section 63 of the Electricity Act, 2003 are
guided by the model PPAs issued by the Ministry of Power for procurement of
power.
2)The
model PPAs inter alia have provisions for Change in Law, Force Majeure, Tariff,
Performance Security, consequences of default, Payment Security Mechanism, etc.
3)Further,
Ministry of Power (MoP) has issued the following framework for Power Purchase Agreements
(PPAs): viz., FOO (Finance, Own and Operate) ; DBFOO (Design, Build,
Finance, Own and Operate) and DBFOT (Design, Build, Finance, Operate and
Transfer)
Which of
the above is / are correct ?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c ) 1,2,3
(d ) Neither 1 nor 2
Ans : c
21)Consider
the following :
1)Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) and National Solar
Energy Federation of India (NSEFI) have jointly organized a two-day
International Conference on Solar Thermal Technologies in New Delhi during
February 12 – 13, 2024, to deliberate on integration of Solar Thermal and
Concentrated Solar Power (CSP) storage with Renewable Technologies.
2)The conference aims to
understand the global landscape in Solar Thermal technologies, their
integration with renewable energy power generation sources, storage
applications, and the potential of such applications in the Indian context.
3)[Concentrated solar power (CSP) is used to produce electricity
(sometimes called solar thermoelectricity, usually generated through steam).
4) Concentrated-solar technology systems use mirrors or lenses with
tracking systems to focus a large area of sunlight onto a small area.
Concentrated light is then used as heat or as a heat source for a
conventional power plant (solar thermoelectricity).]
Which of
the above is / are correct ?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c )
1,2,3,4
(d ) Neither 1 nor 2
Ans : c
22) NTPC Limited is India’s largest
integrated power utility having 74 GW installed capacity that contributes 25%
of total electricity produced in India. By 2032, NTPC is looking to expand its
non-fossil-based power capacity to 45%-50% of the company’s portfolio that will
include 60 GW renewable energy capacity with a total portfolio of 130 GW. NTPC
has partnered with NITI Aayog to strengthen India’s Net Zero efforts.
Consider the
following :
1)Prime Minister dedicated to the nation the 300 MW Nokhra
Solar Project of NTPC Green Energy Limited, through video-conferencing, on 16th February,
2024.
2)Spread over 1,550 acres in Bikaner district of
Rajasthan, the project is being executed under the CPSU Scheme
(Phase-II) with an investment of Rs. 1,803 crores to ensure green
power to the state of Telangana.
3)With generation of 730 million Units per year, this project
will not only light up over 1.3 lakh households, it will also help restricting
6 lakh tonnes of carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions every year. Going forward, the
project is expected to restrict CO2 emissions to the tune 15 million tonnes in
a span of 25 years.
4)Over 13 lakh solar PV modules have been installed in this
project under the flagship Make in India programme, thereby strengthening the
Government of India’s resolve of Atmanirbhar Bharat.
5)As NTPC is actively pursuing a “just transition” by
incorporating more and more clean energy into its portfolio, this project will
play a key role in reducing carbon emissions, thus contributing to a cleaner
and sustainable energy future.
6)NGEL
is a wholly-owned subsidiary of NTPC and aims to be the flag bearer of NTPC’s
Renewable Energy journey, with an operational capacity of over 3.4 GW and 26 GW
in pipeline including 7 GW under implementation.
Which of
the above is / are correct ?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c )
1,2,3,4,5,6
(d ) Neither 1 nor 2
Ans : c
23)
Consider the following about NCI :
1)The
National Coal Index (Provisional) has shown a significant decline of 4.75 % in
December 2023 at 155.44 points compared to December 2022, where it was at
163.19 points. This notable decrease indicates sufficient availability of coal
in market to meet the growing demands.
2)The
National Coal Index (NCI) is a price index that combines coal prices from all
sales channels, viz. Notified Prices, Auction Prices, and Import Prices. It
considers prices of coking and non-coking coal of various grades transacted in
the regulated (power and fertilizer) and non-regulated sectors.
3)Established with
the base year as FY 2017-18, NCI serves as a reliable indicator of market
dynamics, providing valuable insights of price fluctuations
Which of
the above is / are correct ?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c ) 1,2,3
(d ) Neither 1 nor 2
Ans : c
24) Consider
the following about PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana :
1)"PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana", the rooftop solar
scheme launched by Prime Minister,
on 13th February 2024
2)“This visionary project, backed by an investment exceeding Rs. 75,000
crores, aims to solarize 1 crore households by providing up to 300 units of
free electricity every month. This initiative is poised to elevate the Rooftop
Solar sector to unprecedented heights in the country. The scheme will not only
provide substantial benefits but also foster awareness about renewable energy
among the people-at-large, contributing to India's ambitious goal of achieving
Net-Zero emissions by 2070 and Energy Independence by 2047.”
3)In this context it is
underscored that the critical
need for substantial investment to meet India’s Nationally Determined
Contributions (NDC) goals by 2030, stating that the investment required is
estimated to be Rs. 30 lakh crores over the period FY 2024-2030.
4)Investment is required in manufacturing of capacity for Solar,
Electrolysers, Wind & Battery; Transmission, Green Hydrogen, Solar, Hydro,
Wind, and Waste to Energy sectors, he added.
Which of
the above is / are correct ?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c )
1,2,3,4
(d ) Neither 1 nor 2
Ans : c
25)
Consider the following about Green Debt Securities :
1)It
is stated that as per the Securities
Exchange Board of India (SEBI), green debt securities are created to fund
projects that have positive environmental and/or climate benefits. Proceeds
from these bonds are earmarked for green projects.
2)The
SEBI (Issue and Listing of Non-Convertible Securities) Regulations, defines
green debt security as a debt security issued for raising funds that are to be
utilised for project(s) and/ or asset(s) falling under any of the following
categories, subject to the conditions as may be specified by the Board from
time to time:
- Renewable
and sustainable energy including wind, solar, bioenergy, other sources of
energy which use clean technology, - Clean
transportation including mass/public transportation,
- Sustainable
water management including clean and/or drinking water, water
recycling, - Climate
change adaptation,
- Energy
efficiency including efficient and green buildings,
- Sustainable
waste management including recycling, waste to energy, efficient
disposal of wastage, - Sustainable
land use including sustainable forestry and agriculture, afforestation
- Biodiversity
conservation, or
- a
category as may be specified by the Board, from time to time.
Which of
the above is / are correct ?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c ) Both
1 and 2
(d ) Neither 1 nor 2
Ans : c
26)
Consider the following about Sovereign Green Bonds :
1)The final Sovereign Green Bonds Framework of India has now
been approved.
2) The Framework for Sovereign Green Bonds by the Government
of India has been designed to comply with all the four components and key
recommendations of the International Capital Market Association (ICMA) Green
Bond Principles (2021).
3)The four core components as outlined by ICMA green bond
principles are:
- Use
of proceeds
- Project
evaluation and selection
- Management
of proceeds; and
- Reporting
Which of
the above is / are correct ?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c ) 1,2,3
(d ) Neither 1 nor 2
Ans : c
27)
Consider the following about Concessional Finance :
1)Concessional
Finance is below market rate finance provided by major financial institutions,
such as development banks and multilateral funds, to developing countries to
accelerate development objectives.
2)The
term concessional finance does not represent
a single mechanism or type of financial support but comprises a range of
below market rate products used to accelerate a climate or development objective.
Which of
the above is / are correct ?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c ) Both
1 and 2
(d ) Neither 1 nor 2
Ans : c
28)
Consider the following about Ultra -
Supercritical Technology Power Station :
1)Unit #2 (800 MW) of NTPC’s Telangana Super Thermal Power Project
(Stage-I), located in the Peddapalli district of Telangana.
2)With an investment of Rs. 8,007 Crores, this project utilizes
Ultra-Supercritical Technology, ensuring optimal power generation efficiency
while significantly reducing carbon dioxide emissions.
3)The project will supply 85% power to Telangana and will have the
highest power generation efficiency among all power stations of NTPC in India,
of approximately 42%. Besides enhancing electricity supply in Telangana, the
commissioning of this project will also contribute to the goal of 24x7 availability
of affordable, high-quality power nationwide
Which of
the above is / are correct ?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c ) 1,2,3
(d ) Neither 1 nor 2
Ans : c
29)
Consider the following about blood groups and blood for transfusion :
1) Austrian
biologist Karl Landsteiner discovered human blood groups, that blood
transfusions became safer. Landsteiner’s work made it possible to determine
blood types and thus paved the way for blood transfusions to be carried out
safely. For this discovery he was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physiology or
Medicine in 1930.
2) The
differences in human blood are due to the presence or absence of certain
protein molecules called antigens and antibodies. The antigens are located on
the surface of the red blood cells and the antibodies are in the blood plasma.
Individuals have different types and combinations of these molecules. The blood
group one belongs to depends on what one has inherited from one’s parents
3) The
difference blood groups pose a serious hurdle in the easy availability of blood
for transfusion, which always seems to be in short supply. But a recent finding
of a research team in Denmark may change all that. An international team led by
Henrik Clausen of the University of Copenhagen in Denmark has discovered two
novel enzymes in bacteria that can efficiently convert blood groups A, B and AB
into the ‘universal’ O group.
Which of
the above is / are correct ?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c ) 1,2,3
(d ) Neither 1 nor 2
Ans : c
30)
Consider the following about bio-fertilizers :
1)Bio-fertilisers
are not only eco-friendly and cost-effective but also help increase production
and productivity of various pulse crops.
2)The
method of application is easy and simple in pulse crops production.
3)Biofertilisers
are also easily available at various research institutes at low cost.
4)Use of
bio fertilisers such as Rhizobium, Azospirillum, phosphate solubilising
bacteria (PSB) and Trichoderma has also resulted in significant increase in all
growth and yield parameters in pulse crops.
5)Apart
from this it has a potential role in saving of chemical fertilisers in pulse
crops cultivation.
6)Biofertilisers
such as PSB and mycorrhiza fungi significantly increase the yield and
phosphorus content in pulse crop.
7)Similarly,
the growth attributes and nutrient uptake in pulse crops also increased due to
application of Rhizobium, PSB, Azotobacter and Azospirillum compared to control
Which of
the above is / are correct ?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c )
1,2,3,4,5,6,7
(d ) Neither 1 nor 2
Ans : c
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