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Exercise : Environment - Latest Current Affairs
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156.
In which Indian state is the pit head green field Thermal Power Project, awarded to Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) by NLC India Ltd, located?
Tamil Nadu
Kerala
Puducherry
Odisha
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The EPC contract for a 2,400 MW Thermal Power Project at Jharsuguda district in Odisha has been awarded to BHEL by NLC India Ltd. The project, based on Ultra Super Critical Technology, aims to supply power to Tamil Nadu, Odisha, Kerala, and Puducherry, with coal linkage from NLCIL mines in Jharsuguda and Sambalpur districts.

157.
In collaboration with the European Union (EU), the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has allocated grants exceeding US$420,000 for initiatives related to deforestation, food security, and climate change in which country?
Indonesia
Fiji
Papua New Guinea
Solomon Islands
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The UNDP and EU have allocated grants exceeding US$420,000 to address deforestation, enhance food security, and tackle climate change impacts in Papua New Guinea, benefitting communities across six districts in Enga Province.

158.
At which country's World Heritage Sites are the solar power stations being inaugurated?
Argentina
Brazil
China
Egypt
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Solar power stations were inaugurated at Egyptian World Heritage Sites, contributing to a significant reduction in greenhouse gas emissions and aligning with global sustainability goals, particularly Sustainable Development Goals 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy) and 13 (Climate Action).

159.
In which location did Union Fisheries Minister Parshottam Rupala launch an artificial reef project to boost the fish population and promote sustainable fishing?
Veraval, Gujarat
Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
Puri, Odisha
Vizhinjam, Kerala
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Union Fisheries Minister Parshottam Rupala inaugurated the artificial reef project in Vizhinjam, Kerala, with the aim of doubling the income of fishermen, enhancing fish stocks, and contributing to the economic well-being of the local fishing community.

160.
Which species, assessed for the first time on the IUCN Red List on January 15, 2024, is categorized as "Vulnerable" due to an estimated population of 2,275-3,792 mature adults facing ongoing decline?
Snow Leopard
Himalayan Wolf
Red Panda
Bengal Tiger
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Himalayan Wolf, newly assessed on the IUCN Red List, confronts threats leading to an ongoing decline in its population.