Current Affairs - Environment

Exercise : Environment - Latest Current Affairs
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126.
In which Indian state has the government entrusted NEEPCO with five hydropower projects in the Siang Basin, leading to a partnership with RITES for logistical infrastructure?
Manipur
Meghalaya
Arunachal Pradesh
Nagaland
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Arunachal Pradesh government has assigned North Eastern Electric Power Corporation Limited (NEEPCO) five hydropower projects in the Siang Basin. In collaboration with Rail India Technical and Economic Service (RITES), NEEPCO aims to strengthen logistical infrastructure at North East hydropower stations, with RITES serving as a Project Management Consultant for rail infrastructure facilities.

127.
Which Indian state is the focus of the draft notification by the Union Ministry of Environment and Forests, declaring an eco-sensitive zone around the Pong Dam Wildlife Sanctuary?
Uttarakhand
Rajasthan
Himachal Pradesh
Jharkhand
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The draft notification by the Union Ministry of Environment and Forests pertains to an eco-sensitive zone around the Pong Dam Wildlife Sanctuary in Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, which is home to the highest earth-fill dam in India.

128.
In which city does the Horticulture Department of the Municipal Corporation plan to expand its tree ambulance fleet to reach 12 ambulances by 2024?
Mumbai
Kolkata
Chennai
Delhi
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Horticulture Department of the Municipal Corporation of Delhi aims to triple its tree ambulance fleet in Delhi, with each of the 12 administrative zones assigned one ambulance to enhance the city's tree care capabilities.

129.
What percentage of Ayushman cards is constituted by women, according to Health Ministry data?
49%
32%
58%
40%
Answer: Option
Explanation:
According to data from the Health Ministry, women play a significant role in the success of Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri — Jan Arogya Yojana (AB PM-JAY), contributing to about 49% of the total Ayushman cards created. This underscores the substantial participation and impact of women in availing of healthcare benefits under the scheme.

130.
Which institution is leading the Rs 2,500 crore funding round for Mahindra-OTPP’s Green InvIT?
World Bank
Dutch pension fund APG
Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank
International Finance Corporation
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) is taking the lead in a Rs 2,500 crore funding round for Mahindra-OTPP’s Green InvIT, along with participation from Dutch pension fund APG and World Bank's IFC.