1. Which of the following statements are true regarding India’s climate change characteristics?
1. India experiences climate change mainly due to anthropogenic causes.
2. Climate change in India is evident through rising temperatures and more frequent extreme weather events.
A) Only statement 1 is true
B) Only statement 2 is true
C) Both statements 1 and 2 are true
D) Neither statement 1 nor 2 is true
2. Which of the following statements are true about causes of climate change in India?
1. Deforestation leads to reduced biodiversity and higher GHG emissions.
2. India’s waste management infrastructure efficiently reduces methane emissions from landfills.
A) Only statement 1 is true
B) Only statement 2 is true
C) Both statements 1 and 2 are true
D) Neither statement 1 nor 2 is true
3. Which of the following statements about climate impact on agriculture in India are true?
1. Erratic monsoon patterns can result in either floods or droughts, affecting food security.
2. India’s agriculture sector is minimally impacted by climate change due to advanced irrigation systems.
A) Only statement 1 is true
B) Only statement 2 is true
C) Both statements 1 and 2 are true
D) Neither statement 1 nor 2 is true
4. Which of the following statements about India’s National Action Plan on Climate Change (NAPCC) are true?
1. The NAPCC focuses on eight national missions, including energy efficiency and sustainable agriculture.
2. The NAPCC was launched as part of the Paris Agreement commitments.
A) Only statement 1 is true
B) Only statement 2 is true
C) Both statements 1 and 2 are true
D) Neither statement 1 nor 2 is true
5. Which of the following statements are true about India’s renewable energy development goals?
1. India aims to reach 450 GW of renewable energy capacity by 2030.
2. Coal and other fossil fuels will remain the main source of energy in India even after 2030.
A) Only statement 1 is true
B) Only statement 2 is true
C) Both statements 1 and 2 are true
D) Neither statement 1 nor 2 is true
6. Which of the following statements regarding the impact of climate change on India’s water resources are true?
1. Glacial retreat in the Himalayas threatens water supplies for millions in northern India.
2. Groundwater levels in southern India have increased due to changing precipitation patterns.
A) Only statement 1 is true
B) Only statement 2 is true
C) Both statements 1 and 2 are true
D) Neither statement 1 nor 2 is true
7. Which of the following statements about sea-level rise and coastal vulnerability in India are true?
1. Rising sea levels endanger coastal cities like Mumbai and Chennai.
2. The Sundarbans faces threats from both sea-level rise and freshwater salinity reduction.
A) Only statement 1 is true
B) Only statement 2 is true
C) Both statements 1 and 2 are true
D) Neither statement 1 nor 2 is true
8. Which of the following statements are true about government programs for water management in India?
1. The Jal Shakti Abhiyan promotes water conservation and rainwater harvesting.
2. The Atal Bhujal Yojana focuses on reducing the water table across India.
A) Only statement 1 is true
B) Only statement 2 is true
C) Both statements 1 and 2 are true
D) Neither statement 1 nor 2 is true
9. Which of the following statements are true regarding India’s challenges in climate action?
1.A major challenge is balancing economic development with environmental protection.
2.Public awareness about climate change has improved and is no longer a challenge.
A) Only statement 1 is true
B) Only statement 2 is true
C) Both statements 1 and 2 are true
D) Neither statement 1 nor 2 is true
10. Which of the following statements about India’s international climate commitments are true?
1. India aims to reduce the emissions intensity of its GDP by 33-35% from 2005 levels by 2030.
2. India has no commitments regarding non-fossil fuel sources for electricity.
A) Only statement 1 is true
B) Only statement 2 is true
C) Both statements 1 and 2 are true
D) Neither statement 1 nor 2 is true
