4 April 2019
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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding Earth Hour?
1. Earth Hour is global event where thousands of landmarks across the globe switch off their lights to reduce the greenhouse gases’ emission.
2. It is an initiative of World Wildlife Fund organised under the aegis of UNEP.
Choose the correct answer from the following codes:Correct
Explanation: Earth Hour is global event where thousands of landmarks across the globe switch off their lights where turning off lights for an hour does not affect emissions of greenhouse gases, but is a symbolic gesture which is utilised to motivate people to decrease their carbon footprint.
The event is organised by conservation organisation WWF.Incorrect
Explanation: Earth Hour is global event where thousands of landmarks across the globe switch off their lights where turning off lights for an hour does not affect emissions of greenhouse gases, but is a symbolic gesture which is utilised to motivate people to decrease their carbon footprint.
The event is organised by conservation organisation WWF. -
Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Which of the following statements about ‘Global report on food crisis 2019’ is/are correct:
1. It is released jointly by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), World Food Programme and EU.
2. As per the report, approximately 113 million people in 53 countries experienced high levels of food insecurity last year.
Choose the correct answer from the following codes:Correct
Explanation: ‘Global report on food crisis 2019’ is released jointly by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), World Food Programme and EU.Approximately 113 million people in 53 countries experienced high levels of food insecurity last year. These crises are primarily driven by conflict and climate-related disasters.
Link: https://www.financialexpress.com/economy/food-crisis-to-hit-millions-of-people-across-the-world-the-two-cs-of-doom/1535523/Incorrect
Explanation: ‘Global report on food crisis 2019’ is released jointly by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), World Food Programme and EU.Approximately 113 million people in 53 countries experienced high levels of food insecurity last year. These crises are primarily driven by conflict and climate-related disasters.
Link: https://www.financialexpress.com/economy/food-crisis-to-hit-millions-of-people-across-the-world-the-two-cs-of-doom/1535523/ -
Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Which of the following statements about Food and Agriculture Organisation is/are correct:
1.It was founded in 2012.
2. It is a specialised agency of UN.
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The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) was founded on 16th Octover 1945. It is a specialised agency of the United Nations that leads international efforts to defeat hunger.
It headquarters are situated in Rome.Incorrect
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The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) was founded on 16th Octover 1945. It is a specialised agency of the United Nations that leads international efforts to defeat hunger.
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Matiri Bridge is built over which of the following river:
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Explanation: Matiri Bridge is built over Indus River.
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Explanation: Matiri Bridge is built over Indus River.
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Which country has successfully launched second generation data relay Tianlian II-01 satellite?
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Explanation: China successfully launches second generation data relay satellite.
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Explanation: China successfully launches second generation data relay satellite.