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UPSC Prelims 2019 – Question 78
Q78. In India, ‘extended producer responsibility’ was introduced as an important feature in which of the following?
(a) The Bio -medical Waste
NITI Aayog Report on Alternatives to Plastics – UPSC Environment Notes
A report from Niti Aayog has recommended exploring plastic alternatives or technologies that facilitate the degradation of plastic.
Plastic Waste Management Rules, 2016 – UPSC Environment Notes
The Plastic Waste Management Rules of 2016 mark a significant step forward in addressing the burgeoning issue of plastic pollution that plagues environments worldwide
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UPSC Prelims 2019 – Question 77
Q77. Which one of the following is not a sub-index of the World Bank’s 'Ease of Doing Business Index'?
(a) Maintenance of law and order
(b) Paying taxes
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UPSC Prelims 2019 – Question 76
Q76. Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding the Maternity Benefit (Amendment)Act, 2017?
Pregnant women are entitled for three months
Major Plastics in Use – Microplastics, Microbeads & Nanoplastics & their effects – UPSC Environment Notes
Exposure to plastics has been noted to induce intestinal inflammation and disrupt gut microbiota, leading to alterations in the gut microbiome.
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UPSC Prelims 2019 – Question 75
Q75. With reference to communication technologies, what is/are the difference/differences between LTE (Long-Term Evolution) and VoLTE
Plastic Pollution, Solid, Hazardous and E-Waste – UPSC Environment Notes
Plastic pollution, solid waste, hazardous waste, and electronic waste (e-waste) collectively represent a multifaceted challenge that threatens the health of our planet and its inhabitants.
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UPSC Prelims 2019 – Question 74
Q74. Consider the following statements:
Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board (PNGRB) is the first regulatory body set up by the Government of India.
International Maritime Organization (IMO) – UPSC Environment Notes
IMO, as a specialized agency of the United Nations, holds the responsibility for implementing measures that enhance the safety and security of global shipping while preventing pollution from vessels
