Daily MCQs – 31th Oct 23
Q1. Consider the following statements:
- At present, India’s renewable energy capacity is 131 gigawatts.
- Green hydrogen is a clean fuel that does not produce any greenhouse gas emissions when burned.
- Green Hydrogen is the only available sustainable hydrogen.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 1 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
Answer: (a)
Explanation:
Statements 1 is correct:As of August 2023, India’s renewable energy capacity was 131 gigawatts. Hence, to meet this 2030 green hydrogen goal, India needs to add a similar amount of renewable energy by 2030. This is on top of the commitment to add 500 gigawatts of renewable energy by 2030, which is part of the Paris Agreement.
Statements 2 is correct:Green hydrogen is a clean fuel that does not produce any greenhouse gas emissions when burned. Green hydrogen is produced by splitting water into hydrogen and oxygen using renewable energy sources, such as solar and wind power. When green hydrogen is burned, it only produces water vapor as a byproduct.
Statements 3 is incorrect:Green hydrogen is one type of sustainable hydrogen, but there are also blue and grey hydrogen.
Q2. Consider the following statements:
- The Gulf of Guinea is located off the western equatorial coast of Africa and extends from Cape Lopez in Gabon, north and west to Cape Palmas in Liberia.
- The region surrounding the Gulf of Guinea experiences an equatorial climate.
- Limpopo River, Orange River and the Congo River are some of the rivers that flow into the Gulf of Guinea.
How many of the above statements are correct?
(a) Only one
(b) Only two
(c) All three
(d) None
Answer: (b)
Explanation:
Statements 1 is correct:The Gulf of Guinea is located off the western equatorial coast of Africa and extends from Cape Lopez in Gabon, north and west to Cape Palmas in Liberia.
Statements 2 is correct:The region surrounding the Gulf of Guinea experiences an equatorial climate, which includes high temperatures, high humidity, and significant rainfall throughout the year.
Statements 3 is incorrect:Some of the rivers that flow into the Gulf of Guinea include: Niger River, Volta River, Cross River, Ogun River, Sanaga River, Ogooué River, Chiloango River.
Q3. Which one of the following defines the Purple Economy?
(a) It is an economic model that is based on the exploitation of natural resources and the production of waste.
(b) It is an economic model that recognizes the importance of care work and the empowerment of women to the functioning of economies, the well-being of societies, and the sustainability of life.
(c) It is an economic model that focuses on the sustainable use of marine resources and the development of coastal communities.
(d) It is an economic model that emphasizes the development and use of renewable energy sources.
Answer: (b)
Explanation:
The Purple Economy is an economic model that recognizes the importance of care work and the empowerment of women to the functioning of economies, the well-being of societies, and the sustainability of life. There are four pillars of the purple economy: Universal Care Services, Work-Life Balance in the Job Market, Alleviate Rural Unpaid Work, and New Economic Policies.
Q4. With reference to Energy Transition, consider the following statements:
- Energy Transition refers to the transformation of the energy sector from fossil-based systems of energy production and consumption to renewable energy sources.
- India is the fourth-largest renewable energy producer in the world.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: (c)
Explanation:
Statements 1 is correct: Energy Transition refers to the transformation of the energy sector from fossil-based systems of energy production and consumption to renewable energy sources. It involves a shift in the energy mix to reduce the carbon emissions and other greenhouse gases.
Statements 2 is correct:India is the world’s third-largest consumer of electricity. India stands fourth globally in renewable energy installed capacity, fourth in wind power capacity, and fourth in solar power capacity.
Q5. Third Schedule of the Indian Constitution contains the forms of oath and affirmation of many of the constitutional post.Which of the following is not one of them?
(a) State Legislature Election Candidates
(b) Parliament Election Candidates
(c) Union Ministers of India
(d) Chief Election Commissioner
Answer: (d)
Explanation:
Third Schedule contains the forms of oath and affirmation for:
- Union Ministers of India
- Parliament Election Candidates
- Members of Parliament (MPs)
- Supreme Court Judges
- Comptroller and Auditor General
- State Ministers
- State Legislature Elections’ Candidates
- State Legislature Members
- High Court Judges