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The 'National Mission for Clean Ganga' (NMCG) is the implementation wing of the _____ for rejuvenating the Ganga River.
- Ministry of Water Resources
- National Ganga Council
- Ministry of Tourism
- Ministry of Shipping
Answer: National Ganga Council
NMCG executes pollution abatement, riverfront development, and biodiversity conservation projects under the Namami Gange programme, coordinated by the National Ganga Council chaired by the Prime Minister.
The 'National Afforestation and Eco-Development Board' (NAEB) was restructured and its functions merged into the _____ in India.
- Ministry of Agriculture
- Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change
- Ministry of Finance
- Ministry of Rural Development
Answer: Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change
NAEB's programs for afforestation, eco-development, and biodiversity conservation are now implemented through MoEFCC to streamline environmental governance.
The 'Open Data' movement in environmental governance promotes making non-sensitive government data publicly accessible to enhance transparency, innovation, and _____ participation.
- Corporate
- Public
- Military
- Exclusive
Answer: Public
Open environmental data enables researchers, journalists, and citizens to analyze information, hold authorities accountable, and co-create solutions for sustainability challenges.
The 'Bhuvan' geoportal developed by ISRO provides free access to _____ imagery and thematic maps for environmental applications in India.
- Financial
- Satellite
- Social media
- Textual
Answer: Satellite
Bhuvan offers Indian Remote Sensing satellite data, tools for disaster management, natural resource monitoring, and urban planning, supporting evidence-based decision-making.
The 'Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures' (TCFD) provides recommendations for companies to disclose climate-related _____ and opportunities.
- Marketing strategies
- Risks
- Employee benefits
- Product designs
Answer: Risks
TCFD framework helps investors, lenders, and insurers assess climate-related financial risks (physical and transition) to support informed capital allocation and risk management.
The 'Climate Bonds Initiative' provides standards and certification for bonds that finance projects contributing to a low-_____ economy.
- Tax
- Carbon
- Interest
- Risk
Answer: Carbon
Climate Bonds Standard ensures that certified bonds fund assets and projects aligned with the Paris Agreement goal of limiting global warming to well below 2°C.
The concept of 'Material Flow Analysis' (MFA) tracks the movement of resources through an economy to identify opportunities for improving _____ efficiency.
- Financial
- Resource
- Labor
- Marketing
Answer: Resource
MFA quantifies inputs, stocks, and outputs of materials, supporting policy decisions for waste reduction, recycling, and sustainable resource management.
The 'Right to Repair' movement advocates for policies that enable consumers to fix products, extending their lifespan and supporting _____ economy principles.
- Linear
- Circular
- Extractive
- Disposable
Answer: Circular
Right to Repair laws combat planned obsolescence, reduce e-waste, and empower consumers by ensuring access to parts, tools, and information for product maintenance.
The concept of 'Eco-anxiety' refers to chronic fear of environmental doom that can affect mental health, particularly among _____ who are more aware of climate risks.
- Elderly populations
- Young people
- Corporate executives
- Retired individuals
Answer: Young people
Eco-anxiety, recognized by mental health professionals, reflects distress about climate change impacts on future generations, requiring supportive coping strategies and meaningful action.
The 'Value-Belief-Norm' theory suggests that environmental action is motivated by personal values, awareness of consequences, and a sense of _____ responsibility.
- Financial
- Moral
- Legal
- Political
Answer: Moral
This theory posits that altruistic and biospheric values, combined with awareness of environmental threats and personal responsibility, activate pro-environmental norms and behavior.
The phenomenon of 'Arctic Amplification' refers to the faster rate of warming in the _____ region compared to the global average.
- Antarctic
- Arctic
- Equatorial
- Tropical
Answer: Arctic
Arctic Amplification occurs due to feedbacks like sea ice loss reducing albedo, leading to accelerated warming with global implications for weather patterns and sea level rise.
The term 'Planetary Boundaries' refers to nine Earth system processes within which humanity can continue to develop and thrive for generations to come; one such boundary is climate change, another is _____.
- Stock market volatility
- Biodiversity loss
- Urbanization rate
- Internet usage
Answer: Biodiversity loss
The Planetary Boundaries framework identifies critical Earth system processes like climate change, biodiversity integrity, nitrogen/phosphorus cycles, and land-use change that must remain within safe limits.
The 'Phad' irrigation system, a community-managed flood irrigation method, is traditionally practiced in the state of _____.
- Rajasthan
- Maharashtra
- Gujarat
- Madhya Pradesh
Answer: Maharashtra
The Phad system in north Maharashtra diverts river water through canals to irrigate fields in a rotational manner, managed by local water user groups.
The 'Sacred Groves' tradition in India, where patches of forest are protected for religious and cultural reasons, is known as '_____' in Kerala.
- Devrai
- Kavu
- Oran
- Sarna
Answer: Kavu
Sacred groves, called Kavu in Kerala, Devrai in Maharashtra, and Sarna in Jharkhand, serve as biodiversity refuges and preserve traditional conservation ethics.
The 'S. Jagannath vs Union of India' case (1997) dealt with the environmental impacts of _____ farming and led to regulations in coastal areas.
- Organic
- Shrimp/Prawn
- Hydroponic
- Aquaponic
Answer: Shrimp/Prawn
The Supreme Court restricted intensive shrimp farming in coastal ecologically sensitive areas, emphasizing the need to balance economic activities with environmental protection.
The 'Dehradun Quarrying Case' (Rural Litigation and Entitlement Kendra vs State of Uttar Pradesh) is considered India's first _____ case.
- Public Interest Litigation (PIL) on environmental issues
- Criminal environmental case
- International environmental arbitration
- Corporate environmental liability case
Answer: Public Interest Litigation (PIL) on environmental issues
This 1985 case marked the beginning of environmental PILs in India, leading to the closure of limestone quarries in the Doon Valley to protect ecological balance.
World Wildlife Day is celebrated on _____ to appreciate and raise awareness about the world's wild fauna and flora.
- February 3
- March 3
- April 3
- May 3
Answer: March 3
Proclaimed by the UN General Assembly, this day marks the adoption of CITES and promotes conservation of endangered species and combating wildlife crime.
International Day of Forests is observed on _____ to celebrate the importance of all types of forests and trees.
- February 21
- March 21
- April 21
- May 21
Answer: March 21
Established by the UN General Assembly in 2012, this day raises awareness about sustainable forest management and the role of forests in climate mitigation.
The 'Forest Carbon Partnership Facility' (FCPF) is a global partnership that helps countries reduce emissions from deforestation and forest degradation, known as _____.
- REDD+
- COP26
- NAPCC
- LULUCF
Answer: REDD+
REDD+ (Reducing Emissions from Deforestation and Forest Degradation) provides financial incentives for developing countries to conserve forests and enhance carbon stocks.
The 'Global Climate Risk Index' is published annually by _____ to assess countries' vulnerability to weather-related loss events.
- IPCC
- Germanwatch
- UNFCCC
- IMF
Answer: Germanwatch
Germanwatch, a German environmental NGO, publishes this index analyzing impacts of extreme weather events and countries' exposure to climate risks.