Which of the following statements are correct in respect of Green Climate Fund (GCF):
- The GCF was established under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) to assist developing countries in adaptation and mitigation practices to counter climate change.
- It is headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, and primarily financed by private corporations.
- The GCF provides financial support to projects and programmes that reduce greenhouse gas emissions and enhance climate resilience.
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Consider the following statements:
Statement 1: The Vice President of India is elected by an electoral college consisting of members of both Houses of Parliament.
Statement 2: The Vice President cannot be a member of either House of Parliament at the time of election.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
Consider the following statements:
Statement I: The Food Loss Index (FLI) measures the changes in percentage losses for a basket of 10 main commodities by country in comparison with a base period.
Statement II: The FLI includes food losses that occur from production up to and including the retail level.
Statement III: The FLI is a fixed-base weighted index (Laspeyres-type) widely used in official statistics to measure trends in percentage losses over time.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
Consider the following with reference to Astrosat:
- Astrosat is India’s first dedicated multi-wavelength space observatory launched by ISRO.
- It carries instruments that observe in ultraviolet, visible, and X-ray wavelengths.
- Astrosat was launched in 2015 using a PSLV rocket from Sriharikota.
How many of the above is/are correct?
Maize, a widely cultivated cereal crop, requires certain climatic conditions to achieve optimal growth and high yields. Considering its water and temperature requirements, in which type of climate does maize grow best?
Why is the Red Sea region considered strategically important in global geopolitics?
Consider the following statements:
Statement 1: The Corporate Average Fuel Efficiency (CAFE) norms are essential for India’s environmental and energy security.
Statement 2: CAFE rules mandate that car manufacturers achieve a minimum average fuel efficiency for all vehicles sold, reducing overall fuel consumption.
Statement 3: CAFE norms encourage the adoption of electric and hybrid vehicles by setting stricter efficiency standards for conventional vehicles.
Which of the following options is correct?
With reference to the Iran nuclear issue, consider the following statements:
1. The Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) was signed in 2015 between Iran and the P5+1 countries to limit Iran’s nuclear activities in exchange for sanctions relief.
2. India was one of the negotiating parties to the JCPOA and continues to be its signatory.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
With reference to the National Security Act (NSA), 1980, consider the following statements:
1. Under the NSA, a person can be detained for up to 12 months without formal charges.
2. Both the Central and State governments have the power to invoke the NSA.
3. A detainee under NSA is entitled to the same rights as an accused in regular criminal trials, including immediate bail and legal counsel.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
With reference to India’s monetary policy, consider the following statements:
1. A cut in the repo rate by the RBI can help stimulate private consumption and reduce the financial burden on MSMEs.
2. The recent moderation in inflation provides the RBI with more flexibility to adjust policy rates.
3. India’s export slowdown, particularly in textiles, gems and jewellery, and seafood, is expected to have minimal impact on MSMEs.
Which of the statements given above are correct?