Q4381. In carbon offset projects, the principle of "Additionality" means:
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Q4382. Read the following statements and select the correct option:
Statement I: The Clean Development Mechanism (CDM) under the Kyoto Protocol allowed developed countries to invest in emission-reduction projects in developing countries to earn carbon credits.
Statement II: Developing countries like India were not eligible to participate in or benefit from CDM projects.
Statement I: The Clean Development Mechanism (CDM) under the Kyoto Protocol allowed developed countries to invest in emission-reduction projects in developing countries to earn carbon credits.
Statement II: Developing countries like India were not eligible to participate in or benefit from CDM projects.
Explanation
The Clean Development Mechanism allowed developed countries to invest in emission-reduction projects in developing countries and earn credits, so Statement I is correct. India took part in CDM projects, so Statement II is incorrect.
Q4383. One carbon credit is universally accepted as equivalent to the reduction, avoidance, or sequestration of:
Explanation
One carbon credit is equal to the reduction, avoidance or sequestration of one metric tonne of carbon dioxide or its equivalent.
Q4384. "Carbon Leakage" is a phenomenon that occurs when:
Explanation
Carbon leakage occurs when industries move to countries with weak regulations because of local climate policy, so emissions are shifted and not reduced.
Q4385. What was the primary meaning of the terms Lata and Kunta in the context of the peasant unrest in Rajasthan?
Explanation
During the agrarian movements in Rajasthan, Lata and Kunta were two prevalent methods of revenue collection. Lata involved estimating the tax by weighing the harvested crop once it was collected in the granary. Kunta, conversely, required revenue officials to estimate the standing crop’s yield while it was still in the field to determine the total taxes owed by peasants.
Q4386. In the context of ancient Indian texts, which of the following hymns of the Rig Veda provides the earliest conceptual reference to the origin of the four Varnas?
Explanation
The Purusha Sukta, found in the tenth mandala of the Rig Veda, describes the metaphorical sacrifice of the cosmic being, Purusha. It illustrates the hierarchical emergence of the four social groups from various parts of his body. This hymn provides the earliest literary foundation for the Varna structure, linking social roles to a divine and cosmic sacrificial origin.
Q4387. Which part of the Constitution of India contains the Emergency Provisions?
Explanation
Part XVIII of the Indian Constitution (Articles 352-360) deals with Emergency Provisions. These provisions allow the central government to handle abnormal situations. Part XV covers elections, Part XVI relates to special provisions for certain classes, and Part XX outlines the amendment process. Understanding these parts is crucial for candidates preparing for Indian polity and government exams.
Q4388. Based on macro-level geomorphological features, into how many major physiographic divisions is India traditionally classified?
Explanation
India is traditionally categorized into six major physiographic units based on its diverse geological and macro-level geomorphological features. These primary divisions include the Great Himalayan mountain range, the expansive Northern Plains, the ancient Peninsular Plateau, the Great Indian Desert, the distinct Coastal Plains, and the various Island groups situated in the Arabian Sea and Bay of Bengal.
Q4389. Which of the following best defines the difference between conventional and non-conventional sources of energy in the Indian context?
Explanation
Conventional energy sources refer to traditional fuels like coal, petroleum, and natural gas that have been used for decades and are generally exhaustible. In contrast, non-conventional energy sources are newer alternatives, including solar, wind, and tidal energy. These are mostly renewable and environmentally friendly compared to the established fossil-fuel-based infrastructure that has historically dominated the national energy sector.
Q4390. Given below are two statements, one labeled as
Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R):
Assertion (A): The practice of Begar was a major catalyst for peasant uprisings in the princely states of Rajasthan.
Reason (R): Peasants and marginalized castes were forced to perform physical labour for the Jagirdars and state officials without any remuneration. In the context of the above two statements, which one of the following is correct?
Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R):
Assertion (A): The practice of Begar was a major catalyst for peasant uprisings in the princely states of Rajasthan.
Reason (R): Peasants and marginalized castes were forced to perform physical labour for the Jagirdars and state officials without any remuneration. In the context of the above two statements, which one of the following is correct?
Explanation
Peasant uprisings in Rajasthan were largely fueled by the exploitative practice of Begar. This system forced lower-caste peasants and marginalized groups to provide labor to feudal lords and state officials without pay. Since this extraction of free labor created extreme economic distress and social humiliation, it directly acted as a primary catalyst for widespread and intense agrarian rebellions.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 4381 | (c) Reductions must be real and not possible without carbon credit revenue. |
| 4382 | (a) Statement I is correct, and Statement II is incorrect. |
| 4383 | (c) 1 metric tonne of carbon dioxide or equivalent gases. |
| 4384 | (b) Industries relocating to countries with weak regulations due to local policy. |
| 4385 | (b) Systems of assessing and collecting land revenue based on crop yield |
| 4386 | (b) Purusha Sukta |
| 4387 | (b) Part XVIII |
| 4388 | (b) Six |
| 4389 | (b) Conventional sources are traditional long- used fuels, while non-conventional sources are newer alternatives. |
| 4390 | (a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A. |
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