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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
Consider the following statements with respect to ‘Indus Water Treaty’
- It is a water-distribution treaty between India and Pakistan negotiated by the United Nations
- The treaty creates the Permanent Indus Commission for adjudicating disputes arising over the implementation of the treaty
- The Treaty gives control over the waters of the Beas, Ravi and Sutlej to India
How many of the statement(s) given above are correct
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Solution (b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Correct Correct The Indus Water Treaty (IWT) is a water-distribution treaty between India and Pakistan, arranged and negotiated by the World Bank, to use the water available in the Indus River and its tributaries. It was signed in Karachi on 19 September 1960 by then Indian Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru and then Pakistani president Ayub Khan. Both countries agreed in the treaty to exchange data and co-operate in the optimum use of water from the Indus system of rivers. For this purpose, the treaty creates the Permanent Indus Commission, with a commissioner appointed by each country. It would follow the set procedure for adjudicating any future differences and disputes arising over the implementation or interpretation of the treaty. The Treaty gives control over the waters of the three “eastern rivers” — the Beas, Ravi and Sutlej with a mean annual flow of 41 billion m3 (33 million acre⋅ft) — to India, while control over the waters of the three “western rivers” — the Indus, Chenab and Jhelum with a mean annual flow of 99 billion m3 — to Pakistan Context – The treaty was in news
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Solution (b)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Incorrect Correct Correct The Indus Water Treaty (IWT) is a water-distribution treaty between India and Pakistan, arranged and negotiated by the World Bank, to use the water available in the Indus River and its tributaries. It was signed in Karachi on 19 September 1960 by then Indian Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru and then Pakistani president Ayub Khan. Both countries agreed in the treaty to exchange data and co-operate in the optimum use of water from the Indus system of rivers. For this purpose, the treaty creates the Permanent Indus Commission, with a commissioner appointed by each country. It would follow the set procedure for adjudicating any future differences and disputes arising over the implementation or interpretation of the treaty. The Treaty gives control over the waters of the three “eastern rivers” — the Beas, Ravi and Sutlej with a mean annual flow of 41 billion m3 (33 million acre⋅ft) — to India, while control over the waters of the three “western rivers” — the Indus, Chenab and Jhelum with a mean annual flow of 99 billion m3 — to Pakistan Context – The treaty was in news
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following statements about ‘Bhoomi Samman Awards’
- The award aims to encourage performance in the implementation of the Digital India Land Records Modernization Programme (DILRMP)
- It is given by the Ministry of Panchayati Raj
Select the correct statement(s)
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Solution (a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Incorrect Bhoomi Samman Awards aims to acknowledge and encourage outstanding performance in the implementation of the Digital India Land Records Modernization Programme (DILRMP). Madhya Pradesh has secured the first position in the field of Digital India Land Records modernization in the country. The award is given by the Ministry of Rural Development Context – The President of India presented the “Bhoomi Samman” 2023 awards
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Solution (a)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Correct Incorrect Bhoomi Samman Awards aims to acknowledge and encourage outstanding performance in the implementation of the Digital India Land Records Modernization Programme (DILRMP). Madhya Pradesh has secured the first position in the field of Digital India Land Records modernization in the country. The award is given by the Ministry of Rural Development Context – The President of India presented the “Bhoomi Samman” 2023 awards
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
‘Bura Chapori Wildlife Sanctuary’ seen in news recently is located in
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Solution (c)
Bura Chapori Wildlife Sanctuary is located on the southern bank of river Brahmaputra in the Sonitpur district, Assam. It is a part of the Laokhowa-Burachapori eco-system. It comprises of a mosaic of wet alluvial grassland, riparian and semi-evergreen forests dotted by wetland and river systems. The grassland is also rich in various kinds of medicinal herbs and plants. It is home to the Great Indian one-horned rhinoceros, tiger, leopard, wild buffalo, hog deer, wild pig, and elephants.
Context – The wildlife sanctuary was in news
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Solution (c)
Bura Chapori Wildlife Sanctuary is located on the southern bank of river Brahmaputra in the Sonitpur district, Assam. It is a part of the Laokhowa-Burachapori eco-system. It comprises of a mosaic of wet alluvial grassland, riparian and semi-evergreen forests dotted by wetland and river systems. The grassland is also rich in various kinds of medicinal herbs and plants. It is home to the Great Indian one-horned rhinoceros, tiger, leopard, wild buffalo, hog deer, wild pig, and elephants.
Context – The wildlife sanctuary was in news
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
With reference to ‘Sovereign Green Bonds’, consider the following statements
Statement 1 – These are bonds issued by any sovereign entity, inter-governmental groups or alliances and corporates
Statement 2 – The proceeds of the bonds are utilized for projects classified as environmentally sustainable
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
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Solution (d)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Correct Green Bonds are bonds issued by any sovereign entity, inter-governmental groups or alliances and corporates. These are issued with longer maturity period. Sovereign green bonds are issued by Governments. The proceeds of the bonds are utilized for projects classified as environmentally sustainable. In India, the framework for the sovereign green bond was issued by the government on November 9, 2022. Statement 2 is not the correct explanation of statement 1 Context – the Chairman of Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) said the regulator is keen on pension funds investing in sovereign green bonds (SGBs)
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Solution (d)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Incorrect Correct Green Bonds are bonds issued by any sovereign entity, inter-governmental groups or alliances and corporates. These are issued with longer maturity period. Sovereign green bonds are issued by Governments. The proceeds of the bonds are utilized for projects classified as environmentally sustainable. In India, the framework for the sovereign green bond was issued by the government on November 9, 2022. Statement 2 is not the correct explanation of statement 1 Context – the Chairman of Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) said the regulator is keen on pension funds investing in sovereign green bonds (SGBs)
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Consider the following statements with respect to ‘Commission on Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture (CGRFA)’
- It is a permanent intergovernmental body that deals with all components of biodiversity for food and agriculture
- India is a member of this Commission
- The Commission develops global plans of action, codes of conduct or other policy instruments and monitors their implementation
How many of the statement(s) given above are correct
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Solution (c)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Correct Commission on Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture (CGRFA) is the only permanent intergovernmental body that deals with all components of biodiversity for food and agriculture. It was established in 1983. It has 179 countries as its members. India is also a member of this commission. The intergovernmental body guides the preparation of periodic global assessments of the status and trends of genetic resources and biodiversity for food and agriculture. It also develops global plans of action, codes of conduct or other policy instruments and monitors their implementation. Context – Delegates from across the world have gathered at the 19th session of the Commission on Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture (CGRFA) in Rome, Italy
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Solution (c)
Statement Analysis:
Statement 1 Statement 2 Statement 3 Correct Correct Correct Commission on Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture (CGRFA) is the only permanent intergovernmental body that deals with all components of biodiversity for food and agriculture. It was established in 1983. It has 179 countries as its members. India is also a member of this commission. The intergovernmental body guides the preparation of periodic global assessments of the status and trends of genetic resources and biodiversity for food and agriculture. It also develops global plans of action, codes of conduct or other policy instruments and monitors their implementation. Context – Delegates from across the world have gathered at the 19th session of the Commission on Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture (CGRFA) in Rome, Italy
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