The producers in ecosystems include which of the following? 1. Prokaryotes 2. Algae 3. Plants
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Aquatic primary productivity is often limited by which of the following? 1. light 2. nutrients 3. pressure
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Which one of the following characteristics is widely regarded-as being an important aspect of Sustainable development?
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Why is transport one of the most intractable factors in considering the global environmental problem?
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What do we mean when we say "think globally, act locally" in relation to environmental problems?
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India has achieved the poverty reduction target, however, progress is uneven. In this context consider the following statements. I. In order to meet the 2015 target, the PHCR level has to be 23.9%. II. India developed its position due to economic growth including in agriculture as well as increased social spending on interventions such as MGNREGA and the National Rural Health Mission (NRHM). III. By 2030, eradicate extreme poverty for all people everywhere, currently measured as people living on less than $1.25 a day IV. A cut by the union government in the social sector schemes will not be a challenge to achieve goal 1. Which of the following statement(s) is/are correct? Code:
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In the context of recently concluded sixth edition of Asia Pacific Ministerial Conference on Housing and Urban Development (APMCHUD), New Delhi, consider the following statements; I. Urban Agenda was adopted at the UN Conference on Housing and Sustainable Urban Development, known as "Habitat III" conference II. APMCHUD is an intergovernmental mechanism for collaboration and cooperation in the field of housing and development among East Asia countries. III. It adopted Delhi Declaration and implementation plan for aligning urban development strategies of member countries with New Urban Agenda adopted at Quito, Eucador. IV. Asia Pacific Region accounts for 60% of the world population and 55% of global urban population. Find the correct answer from the given code. Code:
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Consider the following statements 1. The sustainable development goals were first proposed in 1972 by a global think tank called the 'Club of Rome' 2. The sustainable Development Goals have to be achieved by 2030. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Which of the following best describes/describe the aim of 'Green India Mission' of the Government of India 1. Incorporating environmental benefits and costs into the Union and State Budgets there by implementing the 'green accounting' 2. Launching the second green revolution to enhance agricultural output so as to ensure food security to one and all in the future 3. Restoring and enhancing forest cover responding to climate change by a combination of adaptation and mitigation measures Select the correct answer using the code given below:
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Which of the following statements regarding 'Green Climate Fund' is/are correct? 1. It is intended to assist the developing countries adaptation and mitigation practices to counter climate change. 2. It is founded under the aegis of UNEP, OECD, Asian Development Bank and World Bank. Select the correct answer using the code given below:
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The 12th Five year plan aims at:
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The 'Kudumba shree' Programme is: 1. A woman oriented community based poverty eradication programme. 2. A programme to encourage savings among poor women. 3. A programme to provide monetary assistance to the women to meet the cost of delivery. Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
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National Mission for a Green India' under National Action Plan on Climate Change (NAPCC) is replacing:
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The 'Neeranchal' initiative is for:
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Which of the following can be found as pollutants in the drinking water in some parts of India? 1. Arsenic 2. Sorbitol 3. Fluoride 4. Formaldehyde 5. Uranium Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
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