1.Which of the following statements about Karnataka’s Circular Economy Policy is true?
1. 20% sustainable materials are required for government construction projects.
2. Tax incentives for sustainable practices are limited to industrial sectors only.
3. The policy includes initiatives to manage waste in water bodies.
4. Recycled materials will be tested in collaboration with the Forest Department.
A) 1, 2, and 3
B) 1, 3, and 4
C) 2, 3, and 4
D) All of the above
2.Which of the following statements about drought challenges is true?
1. By 2050, 50% of the global population will face drought risks.
2. Human activities like urbanization exacerbate drought conditions.
3. India’s soybean sector is immune to drought impacts.
4. Early warning systems can help reduce drought risks.
A) 1 and 3
B) 1, 2, and 4
C) 2 and 4
D) All of the above
3. Which of the following are key features of PROBA-3’s imaging and scientific goals?
1. Observes the Sun’s corona in visible, UV, IR, and polarized light spectrums.
2. Extends observations to 1.1 solar radii from the Sun.
3. Focuses on mapping the Earth’s magnetic field.
4. Demonstrates advanced formation flying technology.
A) 1, 2, and 4
B) 1, 3, and 4
C) 2 and 3 only
D) All of the above
4. Which of the following is true under the Hastakala Setu Yojana?
1. Bharuch’s ‘Sujni’ craft and Surat’s ‘Saadeli’ art were recently recognized.
2. Ahmedabad’s ‘Saudagiri Print’ and ‘Maata Ni Pacchedi’ are among the included crafts.
3. Gujarat’s 27th GI tag under the program was awarded for ‘Soof’ embroidery.
4. The Hastakala Setu Yojana only promotes Gujarat’s handicrafts.
A) 1 and 2
B) 2 and 4
C) 3 and 4
D) 1 and 3
5. Which of the following statements about tiger reserves in India is TRUE?
1. Tiger reserves were first established under the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972.
2. India accounts for 50% of the global tiger population.
3. Ratapani Wildlife Sanctuary is India’s 57th tiger reserve as of December 2024.
4. The buffer area of a tiger reserve is exclusively forest land.
A) 1, 2, and 3
B) 2 and 4
C) 3 only
D) 1 and 3
