Wed, 24 May 2023
Fortnightly KOSMOS MCQ PRACTICE
Question:1
With reference to Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), consider the following statements:
- SAF are made from biofuels, biomass and waste resources
- India has established blending targets of 2% for sustainable aviation fuel to reduce GHG emissions .
Which of the above mentioned statements is/ are correct?
- Only 1
- Only 2
- Both 1 and 2
- Neither 1 nor 2
Question:2
“Salvaging Procedure“ sometimes mentioned in news is associated with which among the following?
- Process of generating energy from waves
- Used in electric cars to make them more eco friendly.
- Technology for industries to manage solid waste.
- Used in green architecture to make the expansion of urban centres sustainable.
Question:3
Consider the following statements regarding Eco Sensitive Zones :
- Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC), designate land within 10 kilometers of the borders of national parks and wildlife sanctuaries as eco-fragile zones or Eco-Sensitive Zones
- Commercial use of wood is regulated in Eco sensitive zones
Which of the above mentioned statements is/ are correct ?
- Only 1
- Only 2
- Both 1 and 2
- Neither 1 nor 2
Question:4
With reference to Bio Fortification , consider the following statements:
- It involves improving the nutritional content of food crops during the processing stage.
- Genetically engineered techniques have been used for bio fortification of crops.
Which of the above mentioned statements is/ are correct ?
- Only 1
- Only 2
- Both 1 and 2
- Neither 1 nor 2
Question: 5
As per the Solid Waste Management Rules, 2016 in India, which one of the following statements is correct ?
- Waste generator has to segregate waste into five categories .
- The rules are applicable to notified urban local bodies , notified towns and all industrial townships only.
- The rules provide for exact and elaborate and criteria for identification of sites for landfills and waste processing facilities.
- It is mandatory on the part of waste generator that the waste generated in one district cannot be moved to another district.
Question:6
Consider the following
- Sorghum
- Barri
- Kutki
- Kodo
Which of the above mentioned millets are included in the “ minor crops “ ?
- 1, 2 and 4
- 2,3 and 4
- 1,3 and 4
- All of the above
Question:7
With reference to State of Global climate report 2022, consider the following statements:
- The annual increase in methane concentration from 2020 to 2021 was the highest on record.
- TheEuropean Alps saw record glacier melt due to a lack of winter snow in 2022
- Glacial Lake Outburst Flood (GLOF) is suspected to cause the enhanced flash floods in hilly areas of India.
Which of the above mentioned statements is/ are correct ?
- Only 1 and 2
- Only 2 and 3
- Only 1 and 3
- All of the above
Question:8
Consider the following statements regarding Horn of Africa :
- The Horn of Africa is almost equidistant from the Equator and the Tropic of Cancer.
- The Horn of Africa isa UNESCO Biodiversity Hotspot .
- Sudan and Kenya are also included in this region of Africa.
Which of the above mentioned statements is/ are correct ?
- Only 2
- Only 1and 2
- Only 2 and 3
- Only 3
Question:9
With reference to Hazardous and Other Wastes (Management & Transboundary Movement) Amendment Rules, 2019 , consider the following statements:
- Solid plastic waste has been prohibited from import into the country including in Special Economic Zones (SEZ) and by Export Oriented Units (EOU)
- It gives powers to the central government to secure the claims arising out of any usage of Hazardous waste .
Which of the above mentioned statements is/ are correct ?
- Only 1
- Only 2
- Both 1 and 2
- Neither 1 nor 2
Question:10
Consider the following statements regarding India's Warming Trend:
- India is warming higher than the global average because of being located in tropics
- States like Himachal Pradesh have become less hotter and eastern states such as Jharkhand experienced the highest warming
Which of the above mentioned statements is/ are correct ?
- Only 1
- Only 2
- Both 1 and 2
- Neither 1 nor 2
Question: 11
With reference to Black Tiger , consider the following statements:
- Black Tigers are a variant of the Bengal tiger and are not a distinct species or geographic subspecies.
- Similipal Tiger Reserve (STR)is the only tiger habitat in the world with such melanistic tigers
Which of the above mentioned statements is/ are correct ?
- Only 1
- Only 2
- Both 1 and 2
- Neither 1 nor 2
Question: 12
Consider the following:
- The park is surrounded by high plateaus and hills, the highest peak being the twin peaks of Khairiburu and Meghashini.
- At least 12 rivers including Burhabalanga, Palpala Bandan, Salandi, Kahairi cuts across its plain area.
- The Mugger Management Programme in this park has helped the mugger crocodile to flourish.
Which of the below given protected area is being described in the statements ?
- Bhitarkanika National Park
- Simlipal National Park
- Pench National Park
- Kanha National Park
Question: 13
With reference to Debt-for-climate swaps , consider the following statements:
- Debt-for-climate swaps as a concept encompasses not only nature conservation but also climate mitigation and adaptation
- Thefirst debt-for-climate swap was implemented in 2006 between Germany and Indonesia
Which of the above mentioned statements is/ are correct ?
- Only 1
- Only 2
- Both 1 and 2
- Neither 1 nor 2
Question: 14
Consider the following statements regarding Leopards:
- Leopards are elusive andnocturnal animals whose size and colour depend on the habitat.
- In India , the largest number of leopards have been estimated in Madhya Pradesh
Which of the above mentioned statements is/ are incorrect ?
- Only 1
- Only 2
- Both 1 and 2
- Neither 1 nor 2
Question:15
Consider the following statements regarding Cyclone Mocha :
- The name of given cyclone was proposed by Maldives .
- It has developed over north east of Bay of Bengal.
Which of the above mentioned statements is/ are correct ?
- Only 1
- Only 2
- Both 1 and 2
- Neither 1 nor 2