Ocean Governance in India

Description: This quiz aims to assess your knowledge about Ocean Governance in India. Ocean governance involves the management of human activities in the ocean and coastal areas to ensure sustainable use of marine resources and protection of the marine environment.
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Which ministry is responsible for ocean governance in India?

  1. Ministry of Earth Sciences

  2. Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change

  3. Ministry of Shipping

  4. Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Ministry of Earth Sciences is responsible for ocean governance in India. It is responsible for the formulation and implementation of policies and programs related to oceanography, marine research, and ocean governance.

What is the name of India's national policy on ocean governance?

  1. National Ocean Policy

  2. National Marine Policy

  3. National Coastal Policy

  4. National Fisheries Policy


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The National Ocean Policy is India's national policy on ocean governance. It was adopted in 2018 and aims to promote sustainable development of the ocean and coastal areas, protect the marine environment, and ensure the safety and security of maritime activities.

Which agency is responsible for the regulation of marine fisheries in India?

  1. Marine Products Export Development Authority (MPEDA)

  2. National Fisheries Development Board (NFDB)

  3. Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI)

  4. Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Marine Products Export Development Authority (MPEDA) is responsible for the regulation of marine fisheries in India. It is responsible for the development and promotion of marine fisheries, including the regulation of fishing activities, the development of fishing infrastructure, and the promotion of exports of marine products.

What is the name of India's national program for the conservation of marine turtles?

  1. National Marine Turtle Conservation Program

  2. National Sea Turtle Conservation Program

  3. National Turtle Conservation Program

  4. National Marine Wildlife Conservation Program


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The National Marine Turtle Conservation Program is India's national program for the conservation of marine turtles. It was launched in 2010 and aims to protect marine turtles and their habitats, reduce marine turtle mortality, and promote public awareness about the importance of marine turtles.

Which agency is responsible for the regulation of oil and gas exploration and production in India's offshore areas?

  1. Directorate General of Hydrocarbons (DGH)

  2. Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC)

  3. Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board (PNGRB)

  4. Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Directorate General of Hydrocarbons (DGH) is responsible for the regulation of oil and gas exploration and production in India's offshore areas. It is responsible for the grant of exploration and production licenses, the monitoring of exploration and production activities, and the enforcement of safety and environmental regulations.

What is the name of India's national program for the development of coastal shipping?

  1. National Coastal Shipping Policy

  2. National Maritime Development Program

  3. National Shipping Policy

  4. National Port Development Program


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The National Coastal Shipping Policy is India's national program for the development of coastal shipping. It was launched in 2015 and aims to promote the use of coastal shipping as a cost-effective and environmentally friendly mode of transport for cargo and passengers.

Which agency is responsible for the regulation of coastal zone management in India?

  1. Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change

  2. National Coastal Zone Management Authority (NCZMA)

  3. State Coastal Zone Management Authorities (SCZMAs)

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The regulation of coastal zone management in India is a shared responsibility between the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, the National Coastal Zone Management Authority (NCZMA), and the State Coastal Zone Management Authorities (SCZMAs). The NCZMA is responsible for the formulation of coastal zone management policies and guidelines, while the SCZMAs are responsible for the implementation of these policies and guidelines at the state level.

What is the name of India's national program for the development of marine tourism?

  1. National Marine Tourism Policy

  2. National Coastal Tourism Policy

  3. National Tourism Policy

  4. National Ecotourism Policy


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The National Marine Tourism Policy is India's national program for the development of marine tourism. It was launched in 2017 and aims to promote the development of marine tourism in a sustainable and responsible manner.

Which agency is responsible for the regulation of marine pollution in India?

  1. Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB)

  2. Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change

  3. National Green Tribunal (NGT)

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The regulation of marine pollution in India is a shared responsibility between the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, and the National Green Tribunal (NGT). The CPCB is responsible for the formulation of pollution control standards and guidelines, the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change is responsible for the enforcement of these standards and guidelines, and the NGT is responsible for adjudicating cases related to marine pollution.

What is the name of India's national program for the development of ocean energy?

  1. National Ocean Energy Policy

  2. National Renewable Energy Policy

  3. National Energy Policy

  4. National Climate Change Policy


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The National Ocean Energy Policy is India's national program for the development of ocean energy. It was launched in 2018 and aims to promote the development of ocean energy technologies and the deployment of ocean energy projects.

Which agency is responsible for the regulation of marine scientific research in India?

  1. Ministry of Earth Sciences

  2. National Centre for Ocean Research (NCOR)

  3. Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services (INCOIS)

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The regulation of marine scientific research in India is a shared responsibility between the Ministry of Earth Sciences, the National Centre for Ocean Research (NCOR), and the Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services (INCOIS). The Ministry of Earth Sciences is responsible for the formulation of policies and guidelines for marine scientific research, the NCOR is responsible for the coordination and promotion of marine scientific research, and the INCOIS is responsible for the provision of oceanographic data and information services.

What is the name of India's national program for the development of deep-sea mining?

  1. National Deep-Sea Mining Policy

  2. National Mineral Policy

  3. National Mining Policy

  4. National Ocean Policy


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The National Deep-Sea Mining Policy is India's national program for the development of deep-sea mining. It was launched in 2017 and aims to promote the development of deep-sea mining technologies and the deployment of deep-sea mining projects.

Which agency is responsible for the regulation of marine biodiversity conservation in India?

  1. Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change

  2. National Biodiversity Authority (NBA)

  3. Wildlife Institute of India (WII)

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The regulation of marine biodiversity conservation in India is a shared responsibility between the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, the National Biodiversity Authority (NBA), and the Wildlife Institute of India (WII). The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change is responsible for the formulation of policies and guidelines for marine biodiversity conservation, the NBA is responsible for the regulation of access to genetic resources and the sharing of benefits from their utilization, and the WII is responsible for the research and conservation of wildlife, including marine wildlife.

What is the name of India's national program for the development of marine aquaculture?

  1. National Marine Aquaculture Policy

  2. National Fisheries Policy

  3. National Aquaculture Policy

  4. National Blue Revolution Scheme


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The National Marine Aquaculture Policy is India's national program for the development of marine aquaculture. It was launched in 2017 and aims to promote the development of marine aquaculture technologies and the deployment of marine aquaculture projects.

Which agency is responsible for the regulation of marine spatial planning in India?

  1. Ministry of Earth Sciences

  2. National Centre for Ocean Research (NCOR)

  3. Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services (INCOIS)

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The regulation of marine spatial planning in India is a shared responsibility between the Ministry of Earth Sciences, the National Centre for Ocean Research (NCOR), and the Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services (INCOIS). The Ministry of Earth Sciences is responsible for the formulation of policies and guidelines for marine spatial planning, the NCOR is responsible for the coordination and promotion of marine spatial planning, and the INCOIS is responsible for the provision of oceanographic data and information services.

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