Environment & Energy — Set 8
Government Schemes · पर्यावरण और ऊर्जा · Questions 71–80 of 160
The International Solar Alliance (ISA) was jointly launched by India and which other country?
Correct Answer: C. France
The correct answer is France. The International Solar Alliance was jointly launched by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President François Hollande on 30 November 2015 on the sidelines of the COP21 climate conference in Paris. ISA is headquartered at Gurugram (Gurgaon), India. It brings together sunshine-rich countries to collectively address key challenges to solar deployment.
MISHTI scheme for mangrove conservation is funded through convergence of which schemes?
Correct Answer: B. MGNREGS and CAMPA funds
The correct answer is MGNREGS and CAMPA funds. The MISHTI scheme is implemented on a convergence basis using funds from MGNREGS (Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme) and CAMPA (Compensatory Afforestation Fund Management and Planning Authority). This approach leverages existing programmes to maximize resource utilization. States are encouraged to use these funds creatively for mangrove planting.
India submitted its Long-Term Strategy for Low Carbon Development to UNFCCC at which COP?
Correct Answer: C. COP27
The correct answer is COP27. India submitted its Long-Term Strategy for Low Carbon Development to the UNFCCC at COP27 in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt in November 2022. The strategy outlines India's vision for achieving net zero emissions by 2070. It encompasses pathways for decarbonizing key sectors including energy, transport, industry, and land use.
India's target for net-zero emissions is set for which year?
Correct Answer: C. 2070
The correct answer is 2070. Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced at COP26 in Glasgow (November 2021) that India would achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2070. This is 20 years later than the 2050 target of many developed nations. India emphasized that developing countries need more time given their development needs and historical responsibility of developed nations for climate change.
Which scheme was launched to promote solar energy in the agricultural sector by providing solar-powered pumps to farmers?
Correct Answer: A. PM KUSUM
The correct answer is PM KUSUM. PM KUSUM (Pradhan Mantri Kisan Urja Suraksha evam Utthaan Mahabhiyan) specifically targets the agricultural sector by providing solar-powered pumps to replace diesel pumps. The scheme has three components: standalone solar pumps, solarization of grid-connected pumps, and small solar plants on barren land. Farmers can also sell excess power to DISCOMs.
India's first floating solar power plant was commissioned at which location?
Correct Answer: C. NTPC Ramagundam, Telangana
The correct answer is NTPC Ramagundam, Telangana. NTPC commissioned India's first major floating solar power plant at Ramagundam in Telangana. The plant generates electricity from solar panels mounted on floats on the water surface. Floating solar reduces water evaporation and doesn't require land acquisition, making it suitable for reservoir and lake locations.
The National Hydrogen Mission was launched in which year?
Correct Answer: C. 2021
The correct answer is 2021. The National Hydrogen Mission (NHM) was launched on India's Independence Day, 15 August 2021, by Prime Minister Modi. The mission aims to make India a global hub for green hydrogen production and export. India targets producing 5 MMT of green hydrogen per year by 2030 under the National Green Hydrogen Mission approved in January 2023.
The National Mission on Strategic Knowledge for Climate Change under NAPCC focuses on:
Correct Answer: B. Building knowledge base for climate science and policy
The correct answer is building knowledge base for climate science and policy. The National Mission on Strategic Knowledge for Climate Change (NMSKCC) aims to gain a better understanding of climate science, its impacts, and challenges to enable informed policy decisions. It focuses on research, development of knowledge networks, and capacity building. The mission is implemented by the Department of Science and Technology.
India's Renewable Purchase Obligation (RPO) requires electricity distribution companies to procure what minimum percentage of power from renewable sources (2021-22)?
Correct Answer: C. 21%
The correct answer is 21%. The Ministry of Power has set Renewable Purchase Obligations (RPO) trajectory requiring electricity distribution companies to procure at least 21% of their power from renewable energy by 2021-22. RPO is mandatory for DISCOMs, captive consumers, and open access consumers. Non-compliance requires purchasing Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs).
Ultra Super Critical (USC) power plant technology is promoted in India primarily to:
Correct Answer: B. Improve coal plant efficiency and reduce emissions per unit
The correct answer is improve coal plant efficiency and reduce emissions per unit. Ultra Super Critical plants operate at higher temperatures and pressures than conventional thermal plants, using less coal and producing fewer emissions per unit of electricity. BHEL and NTPC have been working on developing indigenous USC technology for India. This technology bridges India's need for coal-based power while reducing its environmental impact.