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266.
Which state is looking to privatize two of its power distribution companies to improve efficiency and reduce losses?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Uttar Pradesh is planning to privatize two of its power distribution companies, Dakshinanchal Vidyut Vitran Nigam and Purvanchal Vidyut Vitran Nigam, in an effort to improve efficiency and reduce power losses. The state government has issued a tender to appoint consultants for the privatization process. This move is part of a broader strategy to address power sector challenges in the state, although it has sparked political debate, particularly regarding potential increases in electricity tariffs and concerns over job losses.
Date : 2025-01-14
267.
Which state will benefit from Adani Group’s ₹75,000 crore investment to enhance energy and cement capacities?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Adani Group has announced a significant ₹75,000 crore investment in Chhattisgarh, focusing on expanding energy and cement capacities. Of this, ₹60,000 crore is allocated to increase power generation by 6,120 MW in Raipur, Korba, and Raigarh, bolstering the state’s energy sector. An additional ₹5,000 crore will be invested to enhance cement production. Furthermore, ₹10,000 crore will be directed towards CSR initiatives in education, healthcare, and skill development. These investments aim to drive Chhattisgarh’s industrial growth and contribute to its holistic development, positioning the state as a key player in India’s economic landscape.
Date : 2025-01-13
268.
Which state in India has become the first to link its forest ecosystem to Green Gross Domestic Product (Green GDP)?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Chhattisgarh has pioneered the integration of its forest ecosystem into Green GDP, recognizing the economic and environmental value of forests. Green GDP modifies traditional GDP by accounting for environmental costs such as natural resource depletion and ecosystem degradation. This initiative emphasizes biodiversity conservation and sustainable development, aligning economic growth with environmental health. By valuing forests within the Green GDP framework, Chhattisgarh underscores its commitment to sustainable practices and climate change mitigation, setting an example for other states to adopt similar approaches for a balanced and inclusive assessment of growth and well-being.
Date : 2025-01-12
269.
Which state’s High Court struck down the Green Energy Open Access (GEOA) Rules, 2022, and related regulations?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Karnataka High Court invalidated the Green Energy Open Access (GEOA) Rules, 2022, citing overreach by the Central Government. The Court emphasized that the Electricity Act, of 2003, grants exclusive regulatory powers to State Electricity Regulatory Commissions like KERC. The judgment highlighted the autonomy of state regulatory bodies in managing electricity-related provisions, including tariffs and open access rules. While the Central Government justified the GEOA Rules by citing international treaty obligations, the Court ruled that these powers could not override state authority under the regulatory framework established by the Electricity Act, of 2003.
Date : 2025-01-12
270.
Which state’s police force launched a QR code-based citizen feedback system to enhance transparency and accountability?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Telangana Police introduced an innovative QR code-based citizen feedback system to improve transparency, accountability, and public satisfaction in its services. The system gathers feedback on services like FIR registrations, traffic e-Challans, petitions, and passport verifications through QR codes and a dedicated call centre. Promoted with posters in police stations, this initiative is managed by the Centre of Excellence for Cybercrime Investigation and Digital Forensics (CoE-CID), reflecting Telangana's commitment to citizen-centric policing.
Date : 2025-01-11
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