The Impact of Energy and Natural Resources on India's Infrastructure

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Which of the following is NOT a major source of energy in India?

  1. Coal

  2. Natural Gas

  3. Hydropower

  4. Nuclear Power


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Nuclear Power is not a major source of energy in India, as it contributes to a relatively small percentage of the country's total energy production.

Which state in India has the largest coal reserves?

  1. Jharkhand

  2. Odisha

  3. Chhattisgarh

  4. Madhya Pradesh


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Jharkhand has the largest coal reserves in India, accounting for approximately 25% of the country's total coal reserves.

Which of the following is NOT a major challenge faced by India's energy sector?

  1. Energy Poverty

  2. Environmental Degradation

  3. Energy Security

  4. Energy Efficiency


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Energy Efficiency is not a major challenge faced by India's energy sector, as the country has made significant progress in improving energy efficiency in recent years.

Which of the following is a major natural resource found in India?

  1. Iron Ore

  2. Copper

  3. Bauxite

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

India is rich in natural resources, including iron ore, copper, and bauxite, which are essential for various industries.

Which of the following is NOT a major infrastructure project in India?

  1. Golden Quadrilateral Highway Project

  2. Dedicated Freight Corridor Project

  3. Bharatmala Pariyojana

  4. Sagarmala Project


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Sagarmala Project is not a major infrastructure project in India, as it is still in the planning stages.

Which of the following is a major challenge faced by India's infrastructure sector?

  1. Lack of Funding

  2. Environmental Impact

  3. Land Acquisition Issues

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

India's infrastructure sector faces a number of challenges, including lack of funding, environmental impact, and land acquisition issues.

Which of the following is a major impact of energy and natural resources on India's infrastructure?

  1. Increased Energy Demand

  2. Depletion of Natural Resources

  3. Environmental Degradation

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Energy and natural resources have a significant impact on India's infrastructure, leading to increased energy demand, depletion of natural resources, and environmental degradation.

Which of the following is a major policy initiative aimed at promoting sustainable infrastructure development in India?

  1. National Infrastructure Pipeline

  2. Smart Cities Mission

  3. Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The National Infrastructure Pipeline, Smart Cities Mission, and Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation are all major policy initiatives aimed at promoting sustainable infrastructure development in India.

Which of the following is a major challenge faced by India in terms of energy security?

  1. Dependence on Imported Energy

  2. Fluctuating Energy Prices

  3. Environmental Impact of Energy Production

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

India faces a number of challenges in terms of energy security, including dependence on imported energy, fluctuating energy prices, and the environmental impact of energy production.

Which of the following is a major impact of energy and natural resources on India's economic development?

  1. Increased Energy Consumption

  2. Depletion of Natural Resources

  3. Environmental Degradation

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Energy and natural resources have a significant impact on India's economic development, leading to increased energy consumption, depletion of natural resources, and environmental degradation.

Which of the following is a major policy initiative aimed at promoting energy efficiency in India?

  1. Perform, Achieve, and Trade Scheme

  2. Energy Conservation Building Code

  3. Star Labeling Program

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Perform, Achieve, and Trade Scheme, Energy Conservation Building Code, and Star Labeling Program are all major policy initiatives aimed at promoting energy efficiency in India.

Which of the following is a major challenge faced by India in terms of natural resource management?

  1. Overexploitation of Natural Resources

  2. Environmental Degradation

  3. Lack of Sustainable Resource Management Practices

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

India faces a number of challenges in terms of natural resource management, including overexploitation of natural resources, environmental degradation, and lack of sustainable resource management practices.

Which of the following is a major impact of energy and natural resources on India's social development?

  1. Increased Energy Access

  2. Improved Quality of Life

  3. Reduced Poverty

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Energy and natural resources have a significant impact on India's social development, leading to increased energy access, improved quality of life, and reduced poverty.

Which of the following is a major policy initiative aimed at promoting sustainable energy development in India?

  1. National Solar Mission

  2. National Wind Energy Mission

  3. National Bioenergy Mission

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The National Solar Mission, National Wind Energy Mission, and National Bioenergy Mission are all major policy initiatives aimed at promoting sustainable energy development in India.

Which of the following is a major challenge faced by India in terms of infrastructure development?

  1. Lack of Funding

  2. Environmental Impact

  3. Land Acquisition Issues

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

India faces a number of challenges in terms of infrastructure development, including lack of funding, environmental impact, and land acquisition issues.

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