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UPSC Civil Service Prelims Paper I 2022 (General Studies)
MCQ (Single Correct Answer)
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"Climate Action Tracker" which monitors the emission reduction pledges of different countries is a :
A
Database created by coalition of research organisations
B
Wing of "International Panel of Climate Change"
C
Committee under "United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change"
D
Agency promoted and financed by United Nations Environment Programme and World Bank
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UPSC Civil Service Prelims Paper I 2022 (General Studies)
MCQ (Single Correct Answer)
+2
-0.66
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Consider the following statements :

1. "The Climate Group" is an international non-profit organization that drives climate action by building large networks and running them.

2. The International Energy Agency in partnership with the Climate Group launched a global initiative "EP100".

3. EP100 brings together leading companies committed to driving innovation in energy efficiency and increasing competitiveness while delivering on emission reduction goals.

4. Some Indian companies are members of EP100.

5. The International Energy Agency is the Secretariat to the "Under2 Coalition".

Which of the statements given above are correct?

A
1, 2, 4 and 5
B
1, 3 and 4 only
C
2, 3 and 5 only
D
1, 2, 3, 4 and 5
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UPSC Civil Service Prelims Paper I 2022 (General Studies)
MCQ (Single Correct Answer)
+2
-0.66
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"If rainforests and tropical forests are the lungs of the Earth, then surely wetlands function as its kidneys." Which one of the following functions of wetlands best reflects the above statement?
A
The water cycle in wetlands involves surface runoff, subsoil percolation and evaporation.
B
Algae form the nutrient base upon which fish, crustaceans, molluscs, birds, reptiles and mammals thrive.
C
Wetlands play a vital role in maintaining sedimentation balance and soil stabilization.
D
Aquatic plants absorb heavy metals and excess nutrients.
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UPSC Civil Service Prelims Paper I 2022 (General Studies)
MCQ (Single Correct Answer)
+2
-0.66
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In the context of WHO Air Quality Guidelines, consider the following statements :

1. The 24-hour mean of PM2.5 should not exceed 15 μg/m³ and annual mean of PM2.5 should not exceed 5 μg/m³.

2. In a year, the highest levels of ozone pollution occur during the periods of inclement weather.

3. PM10 can penetrate the lung barrier and enter the bloodstream.

4. Excessive ozone in the air can trigger asthma.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

A
1, 3 and 4
B
1 and 4 only
C
2, 3 and 4
D
1 and 2 only
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