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MCQs with answers on India’s Climate Action Plan: Achievements and the Way Forward
1. Which of the following is a key component of India’s National Action Plan on Climate Change (NAPCC)?
A) Solar Energy Initiatives
B) Carbon Emission Reduction
C) Climate Justice for All
D) Green Bond Markets
Answer: A) Solar Energy Initiatives
2. What is the target for India’s total installed capacity of renewable energy by 2030 as per the NAPCC?
A) 50 GW
B) 100 GW
C) 175 GW
D) 500 GW
Answer: C) 175 GW
3. The National Adaptation Fund for Climate Change (NAFCC) is primarily aimed at addressing which issue?
A) Sustainable Agriculture Practices
B) Energy Efficiency Improvements
C) Climate Change Impact on Vulnerable Areas
D) Carbon Footprint Management
Answer: C) Climate Change Impact on Vulnerable Areas
4. Which of the following is India’s first national strategy to combat climate change?
A) National Environmental Policy
B) National Action Plan on Climate Change (NAPCC)
C) Clean Energy Initiative
D) Green India Mission
Answer: B) National Action Plan on Climate Change (NAPCC)
5. India’s contribution to the Paris Climate Agreement includes a commitment to reduce carbon intensity by what percentage by 2030?
A) 10%
B) 15%
C) 33%
D) 35%
Answer: C) 33%
6. Which mission under the NAPCC focuses on energy efficiency and reduction in energy consumption?
A) Solar Mission
B) National Water Mission
C) National Mission on Sustainable Agriculture
D) Perform, Achieve, and Trade (PAT) Scheme
Answer: D) Perform, Achieve, and Trade (PAT) Scheme
7. What is the name of the India-based solar initiative launched by the country to promote solar energy among developing nations?
A) International Solar Alliance (ISA)
B) Clean Energy Partnership Initiative
C) South Asian Energy Forum
D) Global Green Growth Forum
Answer: A) International Solar Alliance (ISA)
8. India’s Climate Action Plan aims to reduce its emissions intensity of GDP by how much by 2030?
A) 10-15%
B) 20-25%
C) 30-35%
D) 33-35%
Answer: D) 33-35%
9. Which of the following states in India has launched the world’s largest rooftop solar project?
A) Tamil Nadu
B) Rajasthan
C) Gujarat
D) Maharashtra
Answer: C) Gujarat
10. The National Electric Mobility Mission Plan (NEMMP) 2020 aims to promote which of the following?
A) Electric Vehicle (EV) Production and Adoption
B) Solar-Powered Electrical Grids
C) Hydrogen Fuel Production
D) Carbon-Free Public Transport Systems
Answer: A) Electric Vehicle (EV) Production and Adoption
11. Which Indian ministry is responsible for coordinating the implementation of the National Action Plan on Climate Change (NAPCC)?
A) Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC)
B) Ministry of Renewable Energy
C) Ministry of Power
D) Ministry of External Affairs
Answer: A) Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC)
12. What is the primary goal of the Green India Mission under India’s NAPCC?
A) To restore degraded forests and increase carbon sink
B) To promote organic farming
C) To develop green infrastructure in urban areas
D) To reduce deforestation
Answer: A) To restore degraded forests and increase carbon sink
13. Which of the following is NOT a target under India’s Climate Action Plan?
A) Reducing emissions by 30% by 2025
B) Enhancing carbon sinks through forest restoration
C) Increasing renewable energy capacity
D) Improving energy efficiency in industries
Answer: A) Reducing emissions by 30% by 2025
14. The 2015 Paris Agreement requires countries to update their climate action plans every:
A) 5 years
B) 10 years
C) 3 years
D) 1 year
Answer: A) 5 years
15. What is the focus of the National Mission on Sustainable Agriculture under NAPCC?
A) Promoting organic farming
B) Sustainable irrigation practices
C) Enhancing food security
D) Efficient water use in agriculture
Answer: B) Sustainable irrigation practices
16. Which of the following is the primary objective of the National Water Mission under NAPCC?
A) Promoting water conservation
B) Recharging underground water
C) Ensuring equitable distribution of water
D) Improving water quality
Answer: A) Promoting water conservation
17. Which of the following countries was instrumental in the establishment of the International Solar Alliance (ISA)?
A) United States
B) France
C) Germany
D) China
Answer: B) France
18. India’s target to achieve 175 GW of renewable energy capacity by 2022 includes which of the following renewable sources?
A) Solar, Wind, and Hydro Power
B) Solar and Wind Power
C) Solar and Biomass
D) Wind and Geothermal
Answer: B) Solar and Wind Power
19. The state of Rajasthan in India is particularly known for its contribution to which renewable energy source?
A) Wind Energy
B) Solar Energy
C) Hydroelectric Energy
D) Biomass Energy
Answer: B) Solar Energy
20. The India Cooling Action Plan (ICAP) was launched in 2019 to address which issue?
A) Reducing the carbon footprint of cooling technologies
B) Improving energy efficiency in air conditioning
C) Reducing the demand for cooling systems
D) Promoting sustainable refrigeration
Answer: A) Reducing the carbon footprint of cooling technologies
21. Which Indian state is home to the first-ever solar-powered airport in the world?
A) Tamil Nadu
B) Kerala
C) Gujarat
D) Maharashtra
Answer: B) Kerala
22. The India State of Forest Report (ISFR) assesses the condition of forests and is published by which agency?
A) Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change
B) National Institute of Urban Affairs
C) Indian Council of Forestry Research and Education
D) National Remote Sensing Centre
Answer: C) Indian Council of Forestry Research and Education
23. Which of the following is the main challenge faced by India in achieving its climate action goals?
A) Limited renewable energy resources
B) High dependence on coal for power generation
C) Lack of international cooperation
D) Excessive industrial emissions
Answer: B) High dependence on coal for power generation
24. India’s National Electric Mobility Mission Plan (NEMMP) 2020 aims to promote electric vehicle adoption to reduce which of the following?
A) Carbon emissions and air pollution
B) Dependence on coal
C) Traffic congestion
D) Urban waste generation
Answer: A) Carbon emissions and air pollution
25. India’s solar power sector aims to reduce costs by improving which of the following?
A) Solar panel manufacturing processes
B) Solar energy storage technology
C) Transmission and distribution efficiency
D) Financing mechanisms for solar projects
Answer: A) Solar panel manufacturing processes
26. India’s renewable energy strategy places emphasis on achieving energy access in which of the following?
A) Urban slums
B) Rural areas
C) Industrial sectors
D) Mega-cities
Answer: B) Rural areas
27. India is planning to phase out coal-fired power plants and switch to which type of energy?
A) Nuclear Energy
B) Solar and Wind Energy
C) Geothermal Energy
D) Natural Gas
Answer: B) Solar and Wind Energy
28. What is the purpose of India’s Perform, Achieve, and Trade (PAT) scheme?
A) Promoting renewable energy
B) Enhancing energy efficiency in industries
C) Reducing industrial water consumption
D) Boosting electric vehicle adoption
Answer: B) Enhancing energy efficiency in industries
29. Which of the following is a significant barrier to India’s climate action plan?
A) Inadequate technological support
B) High population growth
C) Political instability
D) Lack of renewable energy resources
Answer: A) Inadequate technological support
30. Which of the following initiatives is designed to encourage the uptake of energy-efficient technologies in Indian buildings?
A) National Mission on Sustainable Habitats
B) National Wind Energy Mission
C) Solar Energy Initiative
D) Smart Cities Mission
Answer: A) National Mission on Sustainable Habitats
These 30 MCQs cover a broad range of topics related to India’s Climate Action Plan, its achievements, and future challenges, providing a comprehensive overview of the subject.
