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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
2 points
1. Consider the following statements about Global Climate Change Risk Index:
It is published annually by United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP).
India ranked at 7th position in 2021 ranking.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Answer: B
Explanation:
Statement 1 is incorrect: It is published annually by GermanWatch, a non-profit organisation.
Statement 2 is correct: India ranked at 7th position in Global CRI 2021 with a CRI score of 16.67. The score and position improvised in comparison to the 2020 report, where India ranked at the 5th position with a CRI score of 18.17.
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Answer: B
Explanation:
Statement 1 is incorrect: It is published annually by GermanWatch, a non-profit organisation.
Statement 2 is correct: India ranked at 7th position in Global CRI 2021 with a CRI score of 16.67. The score and position improvised in comparison to the 2020 report, where India ranked at the 5th position with a CRI score of 18.17.
Question 2 of 5
2. Question
2 points
2. Palm Oil cultivation in India is disastrous; because:
Rainforest Destruction.
Increases the amount of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere.
Disastrous consequences for species.
Which of the above is/are correct?
Correct
Answer: D
Explanation:
As Palm Oil grows only in a tropical climate, large rainforest areas are often felled to make way for palms, releasing greenhouse gases due to slash-and-burn.
To make way for palm oil plantations, the forest is often cleared by slash-and-burn. This releases large quantities of carbon dioxide, mainly from peatlands.
Researchers of London found that the constant fragmentation and destruction of virgin forest for creating plantations has disastrous consequences for bats. It is the diversity of species and the genetic diversity within a species that is being lost.
Incorrect
Answer: D
Explanation:
As Palm Oil grows only in a tropical climate, large rainforest areas are often felled to make way for palms, releasing greenhouse gases due to slash-and-burn.
To make way for palm oil plantations, the forest is often cleared by slash-and-burn. This releases large quantities of carbon dioxide, mainly from peatlands.
Researchers of London found that the constant fragmentation and destruction of virgin forest for creating plantations has disastrous consequences for bats. It is the diversity of species and the genetic diversity within a species that is being lost.
Question 3 of 5
3. Question
2 points
The term ‘Gig Economy’ often remains in the news. What are the positives of this sector?
The Gig Economy generally does not demand formal education, skills, or training to carry out jobs.
There is no mandatory work for doing a job in this field.
As it is a technology-based field, it promotes women empowerment.
Which of the arguments given above are correct?
Correct
Answer: D
Explanation:
The gig economy generally does not demand any formal education, skills, or training to carry out these jobs. For instance, a smartphone and a bike are enough for getting work in food delivery apps.
There are no mandatory working hours in these sectors, and the worker is free to join in or out any time. This flexibility provides control over one’s work which can be harnessed by those looking for part-time jobs like students, employed etc.
The technology-based platforms enable women to be a part of the workforce under their openness.
Incorrect
Answer: D
Explanation:
The gig economy generally does not demand any formal education, skills, or training to carry out these jobs. For instance, a smartphone and a bike are enough for getting work in food delivery apps.
There are no mandatory working hours in these sectors, and the worker is free to join in or out any time. This flexibility provides control over one’s work which can be harnessed by those looking for part-time jobs like students, employed etc.
The technology-based platforms enable women to be a part of the workforce under their openness.
Question 4 of 5
4. Question
2 points
4. Consider the following statements about provisions of POCSO Act 2012:
The law considers children as those individuals below age of 16 years of age.
It dedicated law only for protections of female child against sexual offences.
The case under the provision of this law is disposed of within one year from the date of reporting of the offence.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Answer: C
Explanation:
Statement 1 is incorrect: The law considers children as those individuals below age of 18 years of age.
Statement 2 is incorrect: Act is gender neutral.
Statement 3 is correct: The case under the provision of this law is disposed of within one year from the date of reporting of the offence.
Incorrect
Answer: C
Explanation:
Statement 1 is incorrect: The law considers children as those individuals below age of 18 years of age.
Statement 2 is incorrect: Act is gender neutral.
Statement 3 is correct: The case under the provision of this law is disposed of within one year from the date of reporting of the offence.
Question 5 of 5
5. Question
2 points
Consider the following statements about the notified Plastic Waste Management Rules, 2021:
It aims to eliminate the usage of plastic carry bags.
The provisions will apply to both compostable and non-compostable plastics.
The rules are in pursuance of the fourth UN Environment Assembly Resolution of 2019.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct
Answer: C
Explanation:
In the Fourth UN Environment Assembly, 2019, India piloted a resolution to address single-use plastic pollution. In pursuance of it, India notified the Plastic Waste Management Rules, 2021. Instead of eliminating the usage of plastic carry bags, it seeks to regulate it by increasing the thickness of plastic carry bags from 50 microns to 75 microns from September 30, 2021, and to 120 microns from December 31, 2022. It seeks to make plastic bags reusable and thus promote a circular economy. The provisions will not apply to commodities made of compostable plastic.
Incorrect
Answer: C
Explanation:
In the Fourth UN Environment Assembly, 2019, India piloted a resolution to address single-use plastic pollution. In pursuance of it, India notified the Plastic Waste Management Rules, 2021. Instead of eliminating the usage of plastic carry bags, it seeks to regulate it by increasing the thickness of plastic carry bags from 50 microns to 75 microns from September 30, 2021, and to 120 microns from December 31, 2022. It seeks to make plastic bags reusable and thus promote a circular economy. The provisions will not apply to commodities made of compostable plastic.
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