Current Affairs - Environment

Exercise : Environment - Latest Current Affairs
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216.
How many Indian youths have been named recipients of the 2023 International Young Eco-Hero Award?
Three
Five
Eight
Ten
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Five youths from India have been named among 17 teen environmental activists from across the globe to receive the 2023 International Young Eco-Hero Award who have taken initiatives to tackle the world’s most pressing environmental challenges.

217.
What is the primary concern raised by environmentalists and opposition parties regarding the proposed expansion of Adani's Kattupalli Port?
Lack of economic benefits for the region
Potential impact on soil and water resources
Threat to livelihoods of local fishers and damage to the environment
Excessive cost of the expansion project
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Environmentalists and opposition parties are concerned about the threat to the livelihoods of local fishers and potential damage to the Ennore-Pulicat backwaters and Pulicat Lake due to the port expansion.