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Environmental Conservation and Sustainability in India: A Quiz on Success Stories

Description: Test your knowledge about the success stories in environmental conservation and sustainability in India.
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Which Indian state has achieved 100% rural sanitation coverage under the Swachh Bharat Mission?

  1. Himachal Pradesh

  2. Kerala

  3. Odisha

  4. Madhya Pradesh


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Himachal Pradesh became the first state in India to achieve 100% rural sanitation coverage in 2019 under the Swachh Bharat Mission.

What is the name of the community-led forest management program in India that has successfully conserved forests and improved livelihoods?

  1. Joint Forest Management

  2. Van Panchayats

  3. Social Forestry

  4. Chipko Movement


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Joint Forest Management (JFM) is a community-led forest management program in India that involves local communities in the protection and management of forests. It has been successful in conserving forests and improving livelihoods.

Which Indian city has been recognized for its efforts in promoting sustainable transportation and reducing air pollution?

  1. Delhi

  2. Mumbai

  3. Bengaluru

  4. Pune


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Pune has been recognized for its efforts in promoting sustainable transportation and reducing air pollution. The city has implemented various initiatives such as the Bus Rapid Transit System (BRTS), cycle tracks, and electric vehicle charging stations.

What is the name of the Indian government's flagship program for promoting renewable energy?

  1. National Solar Mission

  2. National Wind Mission

  3. National Biomass Mission

  4. National Hydropower Mission


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The National Solar Mission is the Indian government's flagship program for promoting renewable energy. It aims to achieve 100 GW of solar power capacity by 2022.

Which Indian state has achieved 100% organic farming?

  1. Sikkim

  2. Kerala

  3. Karnataka

  4. Maharashtra


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sikkim became the first state in India to achieve 100% organic farming in 2016. The state has implemented various initiatives to promote organic farming, including providing subsidies and training to farmers.

What is the name of the Indian government's program for promoting energy efficiency in industries?

  1. Perform, Achieve, and Trade (PAT)

  2. Energy Conservation Act (ECA)

  3. Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE)

  4. National Mission for Enhanced Energy Efficiency (NMEEE)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Perform, Achieve, and Trade (PAT) is the Indian government's program for promoting energy efficiency in industries. It is a market-based mechanism that encourages industries to reduce their energy consumption.

Which Indian city has been recognized for its efforts in promoting sustainable waste management and reducing landfill waste?

  1. Surat

  2. Indore

  3. Mysuru

  4. Navi Mumbai


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Indore has been recognized for its efforts in promoting sustainable waste management and reducing landfill waste. The city has implemented various initiatives such as waste segregation, composting, and recycling.

What is the name of the Indian government's program for promoting sustainable agriculture?

  1. National Mission for Sustainable Agriculture (NMSA)

  2. Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana (PKVY)

  3. Soil Health Card Scheme (SHCS)

  4. Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (RKVY)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The National Mission for Sustainable Agriculture (NMSA) is the Indian government's program for promoting sustainable agriculture. It aims to promote climate-resilient agriculture, improve soil health, and reduce the use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides.

Which Indian state has achieved 100% LED street lighting?

  1. Gujarat

  2. Rajasthan

  3. Andhra Pradesh

  4. Telangana


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Gujarat became the first state in India to achieve 100% LED street lighting in 2019. The state has replaced all conventional street lights with energy-efficient LED lights.

What is the name of the Indian government's program for promoting energy efficiency in buildings?

  1. Energy Conservation Building Code (ECBC)

  2. National Building Code (NBC)

  3. Green Rating for Integrated Habitat Assessment (GRIHA)

  4. Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Energy Conservation Building Code (ECBC) is the Indian government's program for promoting energy efficiency in buildings. It sets minimum energy efficiency standards for new commercial buildings.

Which Indian city has been recognized for its efforts in promoting sustainable water management and reducing water consumption?

  1. Chennai

  2. Bengaluru

  3. Hyderabad

  4. Surat


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Surat has been recognized for its efforts in promoting sustainable water management and reducing water consumption. The city has implemented various initiatives such as rainwater harvesting, water conservation awareness campaigns, and leakage detection and repair programs.

What is the name of the Indian government's program for promoting the use of clean cooking fuels?

  1. Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY)

  2. National Clean Cooking Scheme (NCCS)

  3. Ujjwala 2.0

  4. National Biogas and Organic Manure Programme (NBOMP)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY) is the Indian government's program for promoting the use of clean cooking fuels. It provides financial assistance to women from below poverty line (BPL) households to purchase LPG connections.

Which Indian state has achieved 100% household electrification?

  1. Kerala

  2. Sikkim

  3. Himachal Pradesh

  4. Uttar Pradesh


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Sikkim became the first state in India to achieve 100% household electrification in 2018. The state has implemented various initiatives to provide electricity to all households, including remote and rural areas.

What is the name of the Indian government's program for promoting the use of electric vehicles?

  1. Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of Hybrid and Electric Vehicles (FAME)

  2. National Electric Mobility Mission Plan 2020 (NEMMP 2020)

  3. Electric Vehicle Policy 2020

  4. National Mission on Electric Mobility


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of Hybrid and Electric Vehicles (FAME) is the Indian government's program for promoting the use of electric vehicles. It provides financial incentives to manufacturers and consumers of electric vehicles.

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