Which type of entity is most likely to be honored with the Global Leadership Award for Sustainable Development?
A A multinational corporation focused solely on profit maximization
B An organization developing innovative renewable energy solutions and promoting community resilience
C A government agency promoting fossil fuel extraction
D A fashion brand known for fast fashion and high waste generation
Answer: B
The award targets leaders who demonstrate significant impact in advancing sustainable practices. An organization focused on renewable energy and community resilience directly contributes to sustainable development goals.
42.
The Global Leadership Award for Sustainable Development primarily recognizes contributions towards which of the following areas?
A Military Technology Advancement
B Economic Growth and Industrialization
C Environmental Protection, Social Equity, and Economic Viability
D Space Exploration and Research
Answer: C
Sustainable Development encompasses environmental protection, social equity, and economic viability, aiming to meet the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. The award recognizes leadership in these integrated areas.
43.
In how many Indian languages is the Sahitya Akademi Bal Sahitya Puraskar generally awarded?
A 12
B 18
C 20
D 24
Answer: D
The Sahitya Akademi Bal Sahitya Puraskar is generally awarded in 24 Indian languages, which include the 22 languages recognized by the Eighth Schedule of the Indian Constitution, along with English and Rajasthani.
44.
The Bal Sahitya Puraskar is specifically awarded for contributions in which literary genre?
A Adult Fiction
B Children's Literature
C Poetry for Adults
D Academic Research
Answer: B
As the name suggests, 'Bal Sahitya' means children's literature. The award recognizes authors for their significant works in this specific genre.
45.
Which institution is responsible for awarding the Bal Sahitya Puraskar?
A Sahitya Akademi
B Jnanpith Trust
C Ministry of Culture, Government of India
D National Book Trust
Answer: A
The Sahitya Akademi, India's National Academy of Letters, is the institution that awards the Bal Sahitya Puraskar annually for outstanding contributions to children's literature.
46.
The 'National Circular Economy Policy for Plastics 2026' is expected to cover which part of the plastic value chain?
A Only the manufacturing of new plastics.
B Only the collection and disposal of plastic waste.
C The entire lifecycle of plastics, from design to end-of-life management.
D Only the import and export of plastic products.
Answer: C
A circular economy approach addresses the entire value chain, from sustainable design and production to consumption, collection, sorting, recycling, and reuse, ensuring that plastic resources are managed efficiently throughout their lifecycle.
47.
Which principle is central to the concept of a circular economy for plastics, as envisioned by the policy?
A Planned obsolescence and rapid consumption.
B Reduce, Reuse, Recycle.
C Mass production and disposal.
D Extraction, manufacturing, and landfilling.
Answer: B
The 'Reduce, Reuse, Recycle' (3R's) principle is fundamental to a circular economy, aiming to keep resources in use for as long as possible, extract the maximum value from them whilst in use, then recover and regenerate products and materials at the end of each service life.
48.
What is the core objective of India's 'National Circular Economy Policy for Plastics 2026'?
A To completely ban the production and use of all plastics by 2026.
B To promote a linear 'take-make-dispose' model for plastic consumption.
C To maximize the recycling, reuse, and recovery of plastic resources across its lifecycle.
D To increase the export of plastic waste to other countries.
Answer: C
The policy aims to transition from a linear to a circular economy for plastics, focusing on reducing waste, increasing recycling rates, and promoting the reuse and recovery of plastic materials.
49.
What is identified as the primary driver behind the accelerated melting of Himalayan glaciers?
A Increased seismic activity in the region.
B Local deforestation and urbanization.
C Global warming and climate change.
D Changes in monsoon patterns.
Answer: C
Scientific consensus points to global warming and climate change as the primary drivers of accelerated glacial melt worldwide, including in the Himalayas, due to rising global temperatures.
50.
Which of the following major river systems is NOT primarily fed by Himalayan glaciers?
A Indus River
B Ganga River
C Brahmaputra River
D Godavari River
Answer: D
The Indus, Ganga, and Brahmaputra rivers are all major transboundary rivers originating in or significantly fed by the Himalayan glaciers. The Godavari River, however, originates in the Western Ghats of India.
