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What is the main habitat of the Hoolock Gibbon?

  • Tropical and subtropical forests (correct)
  • Mountainous regions
  • Grasslands and savannas
  • Arid deserts

Which of the following statements about the Western Hoolock Gibbon is correct?

  • It is found only in Eastern India.
  • It is restricted between the south of the Brahmaputra River and east of the Dibang River. (correct)
  • It is classified as vulnerable by IUCN.
  • It uses artificial bridges for movement.

What is the conservation status of the Eastern Hoolock Gibbon according to IUCN?

  • Least Concern
  • Near Threatened
  • Extinct
  • Vulnerable (correct)

What initiative was launched on International Gibbon Day in 2020?

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Which region is NOT a habitat for the Hoolock Gibbon?

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What is the common name for the Greater Adjutant Stork in local terms?

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How does the Greater Adjutant Stork contribute to the environment?

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What is a significant threat to the Hoolock Gibbons?

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What is considered the origin of the Saraswati River?

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Which states does the Krishna River flow through?

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What percentage of the Teesta River basin lies in Bangladesh?

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Which river is known to flow only during the monsoon season?

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Where does the Krishna River ultimately drain?

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What is a major source of the Teesta River?

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Which river is mentioned 71 times in Vedic texts?

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In which geographic feature does the Krishna River originate?

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What is the traditional occupation of the Koyas?

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What is the main language spoken by the Koyas?

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Which festival is celebrated by the Koyas to appease hill deities?

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What was Cyclone Remal's impact when it struck regions like Bangladesh and West Bengal?

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Where is India's first private biosphere, Rajaji Raghati Biosphere, located?

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What is the primary focus of the Wildlife Institute of India (WII)?

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In what year was the National Centre for Polar and Ocean Research (NCPOR) established?

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What is the primary responsibility of the NCPOR?

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What is the primary purpose of the Global Environment Facility (GEF)?

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Which organization manages the Global Environment Facility?

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Who comprises the main governing body of the GEF?

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What is the GEF's funding mobilization process?

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What is the objective of the Global Soil Partnership (GSP)?

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Which environmental convention is NOT associated with GEF financial mechanisms?

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CoHABITAT focuses on the sustainable management of which types of ecosystems?

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Which agency is responsible for implementing CoHABITAT projects in India?

<p>United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which organization acts as the apex body for marketing cooperatives for agricultural produce in India?

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What is the primary role of NAFED in relation to Operation Greens?

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How can farmers register for the procurement of pulses at MSP?

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What interest subsidy is offered under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY-Urban) for housing loans?

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What is the duration for which the interest subsidy on housing loans can be availed under PMAY-Urban?

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Which ministry implements the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY-Urban)?

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Under what framework is NAFED registered?

<p>Multi State Co-operative Societies Act (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following commodities is NOT procured by NAFED under the Price Support Scheme (PSS)?

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What is the primary responsibility of the Secretariat of COPUOS?

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Which of the following is true about the recent findings on Olympus Mons?

<p>Frost discovery indicates an active water cycle on Mars. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is unique about T Coronae Borealis (Blaze Star)?

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What is AlphaFold-3 designed to predict?

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Which country is a member of COPUOS?

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Hoolock Gibbon Habitat

Tropical and subtropical forests in Southeast Asia, including Northeast India, Eastern Bangladesh, Myanmar, and Southern China.

Hoolock Gibbon Adaptation

Hoolock Gibbons cannot live on the ground and struggle with high temperatures without sufficient green cover.

Western Hoolock Gibbon Status

Endangered (IUCN) and listed in Schedule 1 of the WPA 1972.

Eastern Hoolock Gibbon Status

Vulnerable (IUCN) and listed in Schedule 1 of the WPA 1972.

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Global Gibbon Network Aim

Protect Asia's unique gibbon heritage, habitats, through conservation efforts.

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Greater Adjutant Stork Location

Once widespread in Southeast Asia, now limited to three main breeding grounds: Cambodia and two in India (Assam and Bihar).

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Greater Adjutant Stork Role

Important scavengers, contributing to environmental sanitation and disease control.

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Greater Adjutant Stork Status

Endangered (IUCN) and listed in Schedule 1 of the Wildlife (Protection) Act 1972.

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Saraswati River Origin

The Saraswati River originates from Kapal Tirith in the Himalayas, west of Kailash.

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Saraswati River's Importance

The Saraswati River, mentioned in ancient texts like the Rigveda, is considered a holy river and flows through parts of India and Pakistan.

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Teesta River Tributary

The Teesta River is a tributary of the Brahmaputra River, flowing through Sikkim and West Bengal before entering Bangladesh.

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Teesta River Conflict

The Teesta River water sharing between India and Bangladesh has led to a conflict, with temporary solutions in the past, distributing water between two countries.

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Krishna River Origin

The Krishna River originates in the Western Ghats near Mahabaleshwar, Maharashtra.

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Krishna River's Course

The Krishna River flows through Maharashtra, Karnataka, Telangana, and Andhra Pradesh before entering the Bay of Bengal.

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Krishna River's Tributaries

The Krishna River has many tributaries, including the Tungabhadra, Koyna, and Bhima.

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Andaman and Nicobar Islands Integrated Development Corporation

Implementation agency for a development project in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.

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Koya Tribe Location

The Koya tribe is primarily found in Chhattisgarh and Odisha, India.

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Koya Traditional Practices

The Koya people are traditionally pastoralists and shifting cultivators who have transitioned towards settled agriculture, animal husbandry, and seasonal forest product collection.

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Koya Culture - Menhirs

Koyas erect menhirs, standing stones, as memorials to their deceased.

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Cyclone Remal Origin

Cyclone Remal was a deep depression that formed in the Bay of Bengal.

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Cyclone Remal Naming

The name 'Remal' for the cyclone was given by Oman.

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Rajaji Raghati Biosphere

Located in Uttarakhand, India, the Rajaji Raghati Biosphere is a private biosphere reserve created by ecologists Vijay Dhasmana and Jai Dhar Gupta.

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Wildlife Institute of India (WII)

The Wildlife Institute of India, established in 1982, is an autonomous institution under the Ministry of Environment, Forests, and Climate Change.

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National Centre for Polar and Ocean Research (NCPOR)

Formerly known as NCAOR, NCPOR is an autonomous research institute established in 1998. It focuses on polar and oceanic research for India.

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COPUOS

The Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space, an ad hoc United Nations committee established in 1958 to promote international cooperation in space exploration and ensure peaceful uses of space.

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Space Law

A set of international treaties, principles, and resolutions that govern the exploration and use of outer space, ensuring peaceful and sustainable activities.

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T Coronae Borealis

A rare type of star known as a recurrent nova that experiences periodic explosions, becoming visible to the naked eye for short periods.

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Olympus Mons

Mars' tallest volcano and the largest known volcano in the solar system, displaying signs of an active water cycle.

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AlphaFold-3

An advanced AI model developed by Google DeepMind that accurately predicts the structure and interactions of proteins, DNA, RNA, and ligands, accelerating scientific discoveries.

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NAFED

The National Agricultural Cooperative Marketing Federation of India Ltd. is the apex organization for marketing agricultural produce in India.

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NAFED's Role

NAFED promotes the trade of agricultural produce and forest resources across India, ensuring price stability for farmers.

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NAFED's Registration

NAFED is registered under the Multi State Co-operative Societies Act, demonstrating its commitment to cooperative principles.

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PMAY-Urban

The Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Urban) is a mission by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Poverty Alleviation aimed at providing housing for the urban poor.

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PMAY-Urban Objectives

PMAY-Urban aims to provide housing for urban poor, including slum dwellers, through various schemes like in-situ rehabilitation, credit-linked subsidies, and affordable housing partnerships.

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PMAY-Urban Subsidy

The government provides a 6.5% interest subsidy on housing loans for beneficiaries of PMAY-Urban for a period of 15 years.

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PMAY-Urban Implementation

PMAY-Urban is being implemented from 2015-2022, providing central assistance to Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) and other implementing agencies.

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PMAY-Urban Eligibility

Statutory towns as per Census 2011 and towns notified subsequently are eligible for PMAY-Urban coverage.

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What is the GEF?

The Global Environment Facility (GEF) is a financial mechanism established under the 1992 Rio Earth Summit to support tackling global environmental challenges.

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GEF's Main Governing Body

The GEF Council, comprising 32 members appointed from different countries, is the primary decision-making body.

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GEF Funding Source

Funding for GEF projects is provided mainly through contributions from participating donor countries, mobilized every four years.

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GEF's Environmental Conventions

The GEF supports various environmental conventions, including the Convention on Biodiversity, the UNCCD, and the UNFCCC.

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CoHABITAT Project

CoHABITAT aims to conserve wetlands, forests, and grasslands for migratory species along the Central Asian Flyway in India.

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Global Soil Partnership

The GSP was established in 2012 by the FAO to address soil health issues globally.

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GSP's 2030 Goal

The GSP aims to improve and maintain the health of at least 50% of the world's soils by 2030.

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What is the GSP's focus?

The GSP focuses on promoting inclusive policies and sustainable soil management, aiming to achieve global soil health.

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INDEX

  • Environment: 11 pages
  • Schemes: 2 pages
  • International Relations: 5 pages
  • S&T: 6 pages
  • Polity and Governance: 5 pages
  • Economy: 4 pages
  • Defence: 2 pages
  • Health: 3 pages
  • Indices and Reports: 4 pages
  • Art and Culture: 2 pages
  • Miscellaneous: 2 pages

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