Environment & Ecology MCQs

91.

What is required for the electrolysis process to produce green hydrogen?

A Fossil fuels

B Renewable energy

C Nuclear energy

D Geothermal energy

92.

When was India's National Green Hydrogen Mission launched?

A January 2023

B March 2026

C January 2022

D March 2023

93.

Which of the following sectors is NOT mentioned as a pilot area for green hydrogen under the mission?

A Transportation

B Agriculture

C Industry

D Power generation

94.

Besides decarbonization, what is another significant benefit of the National Green Hydrogen Mission for India?

A Increased dependence on imported fossil fuels.

B Creation of new economic opportunities and reduced reliance on imports.

C Expansion of traditional industries without environmental considerations.

D Decline in renewable energy sector growth.

95.

The National Green Hydrogen Mission aligns with India's commitments under:

A The Kyoto Protocol

B The Paris Agreement (NDCs)

C The Montreal Protocol

D The Basel Convention

96.

What are some of the challenges identified in the implementation of the National Green Hydrogen Mission?

A Low cost of electrolyzers and abundant renewable energy.

B High cost of electrolyzers and need for robust supply chain.

C Excessive government funding and lack of private sector interest.

D Over-reliance on imported hydrogen.

97.

Which of the following is a policy intervention mentioned to support the National Green Hydrogen Mission?

A Subsidies for fossil fuel consumption.

B Production-linked incentives (PLI) for electrolyzer manufacturing and green hydrogen production.

C Tax exemptions for imported fossil fuels.

D Reduction in renewable energy tariffs.

98.

Which ministry is primarily responsible for overseeing the implementation of the National Green Hydrogen Mission?

A Ministry of Power

B Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas

C Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE)

D Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change

99.

What is the target for annual green hydrogen production in India by 2030 under this mission?

A 1 million metric tonnes

B 3 million metric tonnes

C 5 million metric tonnes

D 10 million metric tonnes

100.

What is the primary objective of India's National Green Hydrogen Mission?

A To increase coal production.

B To make India a global hub for green hydrogen production and export.

C To promote the use of natural gas.

D To reduce the consumption of renewable energy.