Static Quiz 21 August 2025 (Environment)
Quiz-summary
0 of 5 questions completed
Questions:
- 1
- 2
- 3
- 4
- 5
Information
Static Quiz 21 August 2025 (Environment) For UPSC Exam
You have already completed the quiz before. Hence you can not start it again.
Quiz is loading...
You must sign in or sign up to start the quiz.
You have to finish following quiz, to start this quiz:
Results
0 of 5 questions answered correctly
Your time:
Time has elapsed
You have reached 0 of 0 points, (0)
Categories
- Not categorized 0%
- 1
- 2
- 3
- 4
- 5
- Answered
- Review
- Question 1 of 5
1. Question
India’s National Action Plan on Climate Change (NAPCC) includes which of the following missions?
1. National Solar Mission
2. National Water Mission
3. National Education Mission
4. National Mission on Sustainable Agriculture
Select the correct answer:CorrectAnswer: (a)
Explanation:
• NAPCC includes eight missions focused on solar energy, water conservation, sustainable agriculture, energy efficiency, etc.
• National Education Mission is not part of NAPCC.IncorrectAnswer: (a)
Explanation:
• NAPCC includes eight missions focused on solar energy, water conservation, sustainable agriculture, energy efficiency, etc.
• National Education Mission is not part of NAPCC. - Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Which Indian Himalayan glacier region is considered most vulnerable to climate change?
CorrectAnswer: (c)
Explanation:
• Gangotri Glacier, the largest in the Himalayas, is retreating rapidly due to rising temperatures, affecting river flow and water security downstream.
• Siachen is strategically important but less studied for climate impact; othersIncorrectAnswer: (c)
Explanation:
• Gangotri Glacier, the largest in the Himalayas, is retreating rapidly due to rising temperatures, affecting river flow and water security downstream.
• Siachen is strategically important but less studied for climate impact; others - Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Which sector is the largest emitter of greenhouse gases in India?
CorrectAnswer: (d)
Explanation:
• Energy production, especially coal-based electricity, is the largest source of emissions in India.
• Agriculture contributes methane and nitrous oxide but is less than the energy sector in CO₂ equivalents.Incorrect - Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Which of the following climate adaptation measures is most effective for reducing urban flooding in Indian cities?
CorrectAnswer: (a)
Explanation:
• Increasing green spaces improves water absorption, reduces runoff, and mitigates urban heat islands.
• Concrete drainage can help but often insufficient if natural water flow is disrupted.
• Groundwater extraction and paving exacerbate flooding risk.IncorrectAnswer: (a)
Explanation:
• Increasing green spaces improves water absorption, reduces runoff, and mitigates urban heat islands.
• Concrete drainage can help but often insufficient if natural water flow is disrupted.
• Groundwater extraction and paving exacerbate flooding risk. - Question 5 of 5
5. Question
The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) reports are significant because they:
CorrectAnswer: (b)
Explanation:
• IPCC synthesizes scientific research to inform policymakers but does not set policy or enforce targets.IncorrectAnswer: (b)
Explanation:
• IPCC synthesizes scientific research to inform policymakers but does not set policy or enforce targets.
