Sustainable Development Mock Tests

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Sustainable Development Mock Test 1

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Sample Questions

UPSC General Studies

With reference to the Paris Agreement on climate change, consider the following statements: 1. The Paris Agreement was adopted in 2015 and came into force in 2016. 2. It aims to limit global warming to well below 2°C, preferably to 1.5°C, compared to pre-industrial levels. 3. All countries are required to follow the same emission reduction targets regardless of their development status. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A 1 and 2 only

B 2 and 3 only

C 1 only

D 1, 2 and 3

UPSC General Studies

The concept of 'Circular Economy' emphasizes:

A Continuous economic growth through increased production

B Minimizing waste and making the most of resources through reuse, recycling, and regeneration

C Complete dependence on renewable energy sources only

D Maximizing imports to reduce domestic production costs

UPSC General Studies

With reference to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) adopted by the United Nations, consider the following statements: 1. The SDGs are part of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. 2. There are exactly 17 SDGs and 169 targets. 3. India has been ranked among the top 10 countries in the UN SDG Index. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A 1 and 2 only

B 2 and 3 only

C 1 and 3 only

D 1, 2 and 3

UPSC General Studies

With reference to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), consider the following statements: 1. The SDGs were adopted by all UN Member States in 2015 as part of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. 2. The SDGs include a specific goal on climate action and another on life below water and life on land. 3. India has not made any progress toward achieving any of the SDGs since 2015. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A 1 and 2 only

B 1 only

C 3 only

D 1, 2 and 3

UPSC General Studies

The concept of 'Ecological Footprint' measures:

A The total area under forest cover in a country

B The amount of biologically productive land and water area required to produce the resources consumed and absorb the waste generated by a population

C The carbon emissions from industrial activities only

D The total number of species in a given ecosystem

UPSC General Studies

Which of the following are key components of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) for 2015-2030?

A No Poverty, Zero Hunger, Quality Education, Climate Action

B Economic Growth, Military Security, Trade Liberalization, Nuclear Energy

C Universal Armed Service, State-Controlled Media, Central Planning, Border Closure

D Privatization of Water, Deregulation of Markets, Tax Havens, Capital Flight

UPSC General Studies

With reference to the Green Revolution in India, consider the following statements: 1. The Green Revolution in India began in the mid-1960s with the introduction of high-yielding variety (HYV) seeds of wheat. 2. The Green Revolution was initially most successful in Punjab, Haryana, and western Uttar Pradesh. 3. The Green Revolution led to significant regional imbalances but also achieved self-sufficiency in food grains. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A 1 and 2 only

B 1 and 3 only

C 2 and 3 only

D 1, 2 and 3

UPSC General Studies

With reference to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), India has made significant progress in which of the following areas?

A Goal 1: No Poverty — India has completely eradicated extreme poverty

B Goal 3: Good Health and Well-being — India has achieved universal health coverage

C Goal 6: Clean Water and Sanitation — India has launched Swachh Bharat Mission to achieve universal sanitation

D Goal 13: Climate Action — India has completely eliminated carbon emissions

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