Current Issues in International Relations and Economy

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What is the estimated percentage decline in seabird populations across the 13 colonies?

80-90%

52-78% (correct)

25-40%

10-20%

Which of the following actions is recommended to mitigate climate change's impact on ocean health?

Increase emissions of greenhouse gases

Strengthen international agreements like the Paris Accord (correct)

Promote unregulated fishing practices

Limit monitoring and research on marine ecosystems

What significant finding was noted regarding seabird populations since 2016?

There is no evidence of population recovery. (correct)

The population has stabilized with no drastic changes.

Populations have increased due to conservation efforts.

There has been a remarkable population recovery.

What is highlighted as the largest documented vertebrate die-off?

Seabirds due to ocean warming Signup and view all the answers

Which measure is proposed to enhance recovery and resilience in marine ecosystems?

Implement stricter regulations on overfishing Signup and view all the answers

What was the rural-urban consumption gap percentage in 2023-24?

70% Signup and view all the answers

What does a declining Gini Coefficient indicate?

Narrowing inequality Signup and view all the answers

Which program contributed to the increase in rural spending?

Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY) Signup and view all the answers

Which state reported the highest Monthly Per Capita Expenditure (MPCE) for rural households?

Sikkim Signup and view all the answers

Which item accounted for the largest portion of rural spending?

Non-food items Signup and view all the answers

What was the Gini Coefficient for rural areas in 2023-24?

0.237 Signup and view all the answers

Which welfare measure saw a 22% hike in spending for the bottom 5% of rural households?

Rural Employment Schemes Signup and view all the answers

Which state shows the largest rural-urban gap in MPCE?

Meghalaya Signup and view all the answers

What key benefit does the Brahmaputra provide for agriculture in Assam and Bangladesh?

Fertile floodplains Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an objective of the Household Consumption Expenditure Survey (HCES)?

Aid in poverty estimation Signup and view all the answers

What percentage increase in per capita consumption expenditure was noted in the HCES for 2023-24 compared to the previous year?

3.5% Signup and view all the answers

Which initiative is not recommended for India-China trans-border river cooperation regarding the Brahmaputra?

Increase military presence Signup and view all the answers

What is the Monthly Per Capita Consumption Expenditure (MPCE) in urban areas according to the HCES 2023-24?

₹6,996 Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect of biodiversity is highlighted as significant concerning the Brahmaputra?

Home to rare species Signup and view all the answers

What was the rise in MPCE for rural areas indicated in the HCES for 2023-24?

9% Signup and view all the answers

What is the main environmental concern associated with the construction of the hydropower dam on the Yarlung Zangbo River?

Ecological risks due to its location in a seismically active region Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the cultural significance of the Brahmaputra?

Integral to socio-economic and cultural fabric Signup and view all the answers

Which river does the Yarlung Zangbo River correspond to in India?

Brahmaputra Signup and view all the answers

What is the scale of China's hydropower project on the Yarlung Zangbo River in relation to other projects?

It is planned to become the largest hydropower project globally. Signup and view all the answers

Which tributaries are classified as left-bank tributaries of the Brahmaputra River?

Dibang and Lohit Signup and view all the answers

Why have India and Bangladesh expressed concerns over the hydropower project?

It may alter downstream water flow and ecology. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following issues is NOT a challenge associated with the Brahmaputra River?

Stable climate conditions Signup and view all the answers

What was one of the past hydropower projects mentioned on the Yarlung Zangbo River?

Zangmu Dam Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential consequence of China's control over the Yarlung Zangbo River's water flow?

China can drastically change water flow leading to floods Signup and view all the answers

What significant effect did the Pacific marine heatwave have on Alaska's seabird population?

Death of approximately four million common murre seabirds Signup and view all the answers

What are the primary causes of marine heatwaves?

Rising greenhouse gas emissions and changes in atmospheric patterns Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect of marine heatwaves has been observed to significantly increase since 1982?

The frequency and severity of these events Signup and view all the answers

What term describes the prolonged warming event in the ocean characterized by higher temperatures?

Marine heatwave Signup and view all the answers

What long-term impact can marine heatwaves have on ecosystems?

Potential permanent shifts reducing biodiversity Signup and view all the answers

Which environmental factor has contributed to the decline of Alaska's common murre population during the heatwave?

Reduced reproductive success and higher mortality Signup and view all the answers

What immediate ecological effect might result from the mass mortality of key species during marine heatwaves?

Disruption in lower trophic levels causing food shortages Signup and view all the answers

Which states in India are identified as needing targeted policies to address economic disparities?

Chhattisgarh and Jharkhand Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

International Relations

World's largest hydropower dam is being built on the Yarlung Zangbo River (Brahmaputra).
The $137 billion project is in a tectonically active region.
Concerns exist in India and Bangladesh about its impact on downstream water flow and ecology.

Economy

Household Consumption Expenditure Survey (HCES) 2023-24 was conducted.
The survey showed a 3.5% rise in per capita consumption expenditure compared to 2022-23.
The survey is conducted by the National Sample Survey Office (NSSO).
The survey tracks household spending on goods and services.

Environment

A marine heatwave in 2014-2016 caused the deaths of approximately 4 million Alaska Seabirds.
Marine heatwaves are intense, prolonged, and expansive warming events in the ocean.
Climate change is a key driver of marine heatwaves.
Such events can lead to mass mortality of species impacting ecosystems.

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Explore recent developments in international relations, particularly concerning the major hydropower project on the Yarlung Zangbo River and its implications for neighboring countries. Additionally, delve into the findings of the Household Consumption Expenditure Survey conducted in 2023-24, highlighting shifts in household spending. Understand the environmental impact of marine heatwaves, focusing on their influence on marine life and ecosystems.