1. Consider the following statements regarding Accelerating to Zero (A2Z) Coalition
- It is about promoting zero-emission transportation
- It builds off the momentous foundation of the “Zero Emission Vehicles Declaration” (ZEV Declaration) generated at COP26.
Which of the above statements is/are incorrect?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
2. Consider the following statements with respect to Coal as a source of energy in India
- India is the largest consumer of coal in the world.
- It accounts for 55% of the country’s energy needs and over 75% of its electricity needs.
Which of the above is correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
3. Among the following which is the best description of a Carbon negative company?
A. It removes as much carbon dioxide from the atmosphere as they contribute.
B. It removes more CO2 from the atmosphere than it contributes.
C. It releases more CO2 into the atmosphere than it removes.
D. It balances the whole amount of greenhouse gas released and the amount removed from the atmosphere.
4. Koronivia’s Joint Work on Agriculture is related to which of the following?
A. To promote the use of millets.
B. To develop GM crops with increased crop yields, reduced need for pesticides, enhanced nutrient composition and food quality.
C. To develop and implement new strategies for mitigation and adaptation of the agriculture sector
D. None of the above.
5. The Genetic Engineering Appraisal Committee is constituted under the
A. Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006
B. Geographical Indications of Goods (Registration and Protection) Act, 1999
C. Environment Protection Act, 1986
D. Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972
Answers with Explanation
1. Consider the following statements regarding Accelerating to Zero (A2Z) Coalition
- It is about promoting zero-emission transportation
- It builds off the momentous foundation of the “Zero Emission Vehicles Declaration” (ZEV Declaration) generated at COP26.
Which of the above statements is/are incorrect?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: D
Explanation
- Accelerating to Zero (A2Z) Coalition is the next step in securing more ambitious commitments to a zero-emission vehicle transition aligned with the Paris Agreement.
- Announced on Solutions Day at COP27, more than 200 stakeholders are signalling their commitment to a rapid transition to zero-emission transportation.
- The A2Z Coalition connects the world’s leading organizations on zero-emission transportation, creating a platform to support in understanding, developing, and implementing ambitious zero-emission transportation policies and plans, and showcase leadership.
- With transportation accounting for approximately 20% of global greenhouse gas emissions, shifting the sector is crucial to meet the goals set by the Paris Agreement.
- The A2Z Coalition builds off the momentous foundation of the “Zero Emission Vehicles Declaration” (ZEV Declaration) generated at COP26 and hosted by the UK COP Presidency in collaboration with the High Level UN Climate Champions and the Climate Group.
2. Consider the following statements with respect to Coal as a source of energy in India
- India is the largest consumer of coal in the world.
- It accounts for 55% of the country’s energy needs and over 75% of its electricity needs.
Which of the above is correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: B
Explanation:
- India is the second largest consumer of coal and the fuel has so far played a crucial role in India’s energy sector, accounting for 55% of the country’s energy needs and over 75% of its electricity needs.
- Coal is also a vital ingredient and energy source in the production of many important products such as steel, cement, fertiliser and paper.
3. Among the following which is the best description of a Carbon negative company?
A. It removes as much carbon dioxide from the atmosphere as they contribute.
B. It removes more CO2 from the atmosphere than it contributes.
C. It releases more CO2 into the atmosphere than it removes.
D. It balances the whole amount of greenhouse gas released and the amount removed from the atmosphere.
Answer: B
Explanation:
- Carbon neutral means that an entity removes as much carbon dioxide from the atmosphere as they contribute.
- Carbon-negative means that an entity removes more CO2 from the atmosphere than it contributes.
- Carbon negative means the same thing as “climate positive.”
- Net-Zero carbon emissions mean that an activity releases net-zero carbon emissions into the atmosphere.
- Net-Zero emissions balance the whole amount of greenhouse gas (GHG) released and the amount removed from the atmosphere.
4. Koronivia’s Joint Work on Agriculture is related to which of the following?
A. To promote the use of millets.
B. To develop GM crops with increased crop yields, reduced need for pesticides, enhanced nutrient composition and food quality.
C. To develop and implement new strategies for mitigation and adaptation of the agriculture sector
D. None of the above.
Answer: C
Explanation:
- The Koronivia Joint Work on Agriculture (KJWA) is a landmark decision under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) that recognizes the unique potential of agriculture in tackling climate change.
- The Koronivia decision addresses six interrelated topics on soils, nutrient use, water, livestock, methods for assessing adaptation, and the socio-economic and food security dimensions of climate change across the agricultural sectors.
- The decision resonates with FAO’s core mandate to eliminate hunger, food insecurity and malnutrition, reduce rural poverty, and make agriculture, forestry and fisheries more productive and sustainable.
- Adopted in the 2017 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP23) held at Bonn, Germany.
5. The Genetic Engineering Appraisal Committee is constituted under the
A. Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006
B. Geographical Indications of Goods (Registration and Protection) Act, 1999
C. Environment Protection Act, 1986
D. Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972
Answer: C
Explanation:
- The Genetic Engineering Appraisal Committee (GEAC) is the apex body constituted in the Ministry of Environment and Forests under ‘Rules for Manufacture, Use, Import, Export and Storage of Hazardous Microorganisms/Genetically Engineered Organisms or Cells 1989’, under the Environment Protection Act, 1986.
- It was formed as the Genetic Engineering Approval Committee and was renamed to its current name in 2010.
- It functions under the Ministry of Environment, Forests & Climate Change.
- The body regulates the use, manufacture, storage, import and export of hazardous microorganisms or genetically-engineered organisms and cells in India.
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