Environment & Energy — Set 2
Government Schemes · पर्यावरण और ऊर्जा · Questions 11–20 of 160
FAME scheme in India primarily promotes which type of vehicles?
Correct Answer: B. Electric vehicles
The correct answer is electric vehicles. FAME (Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of Electric Vehicles) scheme was launched to boost the development and manufacturing of electric vehicles in India. Phase I was launched in 2015 and Phase II in 2019 with a budget of Rs 10,000 crore. The scheme provides demand incentives and supports charging infrastructure development.
FAME Phase II scheme was launched with a budgetary support of how much?
Correct Answer: C. Rs 10,000 crore
The correct answer is Rs 10,000 crore. FAME Phase II was approved in February 2019 with a total budgetary support of Rs 10,000 crore over three years. It focused on electrification of public and shared transportation, including buses, three-wheelers, and four-wheelers. The scheme aimed to support about 7,000 electric buses, 5 lakh three-wheelers, and 55,000 four-wheeler passenger vehicles.
Under which ministry does the FAME scheme for electric vehicles fall?
Correct Answer: B. Ministry of Heavy Industries
The correct answer is the Ministry of Heavy Industries. The FAME scheme is administered by the Department of Heavy Industry under the Ministry of Heavy Industries. This ministry oversees the automotive sector in India, making it the natural home for EV promotion. The scheme works in coordination with NITI Aayog and other ministries for broader EV ecosystem development.
The National Clean Air Programme (NCAP) was launched in which year?
Correct Answer: C. 2019
The correct answer is 2019. The National Clean Air Programme was launched by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change in January 2019. NCAP set an initial target of 20-30% reduction in particulate matter (PM 2.5 and PM 10) concentrations by 2024 compared to 2017 baseline. The target was later revised to 40% reduction by 2026.
How many cities were initially identified under the National Clean Air Programme (NCAP)?
Correct Answer: D. 131
The correct answer is 131. The National Clean Air Programme initially identified 131 non-attainment cities that consistently failed to meet National Ambient Air Quality Standards. These cities received city-specific action plans to reduce air pollution levels. The programme involves collaborative actions by central ministries, state governments, and local bodies.
What does UJALA scheme stand for?
Correct Answer: B. Unnat Jyoti by Affordable LEDs for All
The correct answer is Unnat Jyoti by Affordable LEDs for All. The UJALA scheme was launched on 5 January 2015 by Prime Minister Modi to replace conventional bulbs with energy-efficient LED bulbs at subsidized rates. It was implemented by Energy Efficiency Services Limited (EESL). The scheme successfully brought down LED bulb prices significantly through bulk procurement.
Which organization implements the UJALA scheme for LED bulb distribution?
Correct Answer: C. Energy Efficiency Services Limited (EESL)
The correct answer is Energy Efficiency Services Limited (EESL). EESL is a joint venture of four PSUs under the Ministry of Power and was designated as the implementing agency for UJALA. The organization purchased LED bulbs in bulk, which dramatically reduced the per-unit cost. EESL also implements the Street Lighting National Programme (SLNP) under UJALA.
Jal Shakti Abhiyan was launched to address which issue?
Correct Answer: B. Water conservation and groundwater recharge
The correct answer is water conservation and groundwater recharge. Jal Shakti Abhiyan was launched in July 2019 focusing on water conservation and management in water-stressed districts. The campaign emphasized rainwater harvesting, watershed development, and rejuvenation of traditional water bodies. It operates in mission mode to ensure water security at the grassroots level.
Jal Shakti Abhiyan operates under which ministry?
Correct Answer: C. Ministry of Jal Shakti
The correct answer is the Ministry of Jal Shakti. The Ministry of Jal Shakti was created in 2019 by merging the Ministry of Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation with the Ministry of Drinking Water and Sanitation. Jal Shakti Abhiyan is a flagship initiative of this ministry focusing on water conservation. The scheme works through district-level campaigns with community participation.
GOBARDHAN scheme is associated with which form of waste utilization?
Correct Answer: B. Agricultural residue to biogas and organic manure
The correct answer is agricultural residue to biogas and organic manure. GOBARDHAN (Galvanizing Organic Bio-Agro Resources Dhan) scheme converts cattle dung and solid waste into biogas and organic manure. It was launched in April 2018 under the Swachh Bharat Mission (Gramin). The scheme promotes the circular economy in rural areas by converting waste into wealth.