Current Affairs Quiz 16 December 2024
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Current Affairs Quiz 16 December 2024 For UPSC Exam
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1. Question
The cap-and-trade system is primarily related to which of the following?
CorrectAnswer:
c) Greenhouse gas emissions reduction
What is cap-and-trade?
A market-based system designed to limit and reduce pollution.
Sets a cap (upper limit) on the total emissions of greenhouse gases (GHGs).
How it works:
Companies are allocated or can buy emission permits to pollute up to a certain level.
Firms that reduce emissions below their allowance can sell unused permits to others.
Why it’s effective:
Provides economic incentives for companies to invest in cleaner technologies.
Ensures overall emissions stay within the cap.
IncorrectAnswer:
c) Greenhouse gas emissions reduction
What is cap-and-trade?
A market-based system designed to limit and reduce pollution.
Sets a cap (upper limit) on the total emissions of greenhouse gases (GHGs).
How it works:
Companies are allocated or can buy emission permits to pollute up to a certain level.
Firms that reduce emissions below their allowance can sell unused permits to others.
Why it’s effective:
Provides economic incentives for companies to invest in cleaner technologies.
Ensures overall emissions stay within the cap.
- Question 2 of 5
2. Question
What is the primary objective of the ‘Ab Koi Bahana Nahi’ campaign?
CorrectAnswer:
b) To combat gender-based violence
Purpose:
To create awareness and address violence against women and other gender-related issues.
Significance:
Encourages reporting of crimes and ensures legal and social support for victims.
Aims to eliminate cultural and societal excuses for gender-based violence.
IncorrectAnswer:
b) To combat gender-based violence
Purpose:
To create awareness and address violence against women and other gender-related issues.
Significance:
Encourages reporting of crimes and ensures legal and social support for victims.
Aims to eliminate cultural and societal excuses for gender-based violence.
- Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Consider the following statements regarding the historical context of simultaneous elections in India:
1. The first general elections in India were held simultaneously for the Lok Sabha and state legislative assemblies in 1951-52.
2. The practice of simultaneous elections was disrupted due to the premature dissolution of some state assemblies in 1968 and 1969.
3. The concept of simultaneous elections was reintroduced in the 1980s by the Election Commission of India.
Which of the above statements are correct?
CorrectAnswer:
a) 1 and 2
Explanation of Statements:
Statement 1 (Correct):
The first general elections (1951-52) were conducted simultaneously for the Lok Sabha and state assemblies.
Statement 2 (Correct):
The system broke down when some state assemblies were prematurely dissolved in 1968-69, disrupting the alignment.
Statement 3 (Incorrect):
Simultaneous elections were not reintroduced in the 1980s, though the idea remains under discussion today.
IncorrectAnswer:
a) 1 and 2
Explanation of Statements:
Statement 1 (Correct):
The first general elections (1951-52) were conducted simultaneously for the Lok Sabha and state assemblies.
Statement 2 (Correct):
The system broke down when some state assemblies were prematurely dissolved in 1968-69, disrupting the alignment.
Statement 3 (Incorrect):
Simultaneous elections were not reintroduced in the 1980s, though the idea remains under discussion today.
- Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements about the Jalvahak Scheme:
1. It aims to reduce the cost of cargo transportation compared to road and rail.
2. It mandates the use of only government-owned vessels for cargo transport.
3. It provides up to 35% reimbursement of total operating expenditure incurred.
Which of the above statements are correct?
CorrectAnswer:
c) 1 and 3 only
Explanation of Statements:
Statement 1 (Correct):
The Jalvahak Scheme focuses on reducing logistical costs by promoting water-based cargo transportation, which is cheaper than road and rail.
Statement 2 (Incorrect):
There is no mandate requiring only government-owned vessels; private vessels are also allowed.
Statement 3 (Correct):
The scheme offers up to 35% reimbursement of total operating expenses to encourage participation.
IncorrectAnswer:
c) 1 and 3 only
Explanation of Statements:
Statement 1 (Correct):
The Jalvahak Scheme focuses on reducing logistical costs by promoting water-based cargo transportation, which is cheaper than road and rail.
Statement 2 (Incorrect):
There is no mandate requiring only government-owned vessels; private vessels are also allowed.
Statement 3 (Correct):
The scheme offers up to 35% reimbursement of total operating expenses to encourage participation.
- Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Consider the following statements regarding carbon markets:
1. Carbon markets create economic incentives for reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
2. Carbon markets operate on the principle of carbon pricing, assigning a financial value to CO2 emissions.
Which of the above statements are correct?
CorrectAnswer:
C) 1 and 2 only
Explanation of Statements:
Statement 1 (Correct):
Carbon markets provide economic incentives to industries and entities to reduce their GHG emissions.
Statement 2 (Correct):
Operates on carbon pricing, which assigns a monetary value to emissions, creating a tradeable commodity (carbon credits).
IncorrectAnswer:
C) 1 and 2 only
Explanation of Statements:
Statement 1 (Correct):
Carbon markets provide economic incentives to industries and entities to reduce their GHG emissions.
Statement 2 (Correct):
Operates on carbon pricing, which assigns a monetary value to emissions, creating a tradeable commodity (carbon credits).
