UPSC Editorials Quiz : 1 May 2024

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• Question 1 of 5 1. Question Consider the following statements regarding the “Global Cooling Pledge”: The Global Cooling Pledge aims to tackle the growing challenge of emissions from air conditioning and refrigeration. The solutions explore ways to cool buildings without relying on air conditioners. Global Cooling Pledge was launched by the Cool Coalition and COP28 member countries under India’s Presidency. How many of the above statements is/are correct? a) Only one b) Only two c) All three d) None Correct Solution: b) Statement 3 is incorrect. The Global Cooling Pledge, launched at COP28 under the UAE Presidency, aims to tackle the growing challenge of emissions from air conditioning and refrigeration. The Global Cooling Pledge commits to reducing cooling emissions by at least 68% by 2050. The solutions include the phasing-out of HFCs, promoting climate-friendly chemicals, proper disposal of refrigerants, and exploring ways to cool buildings without relying on air conditioners. While investing in renewable energy sources is a critical step in addressing climate change, it’s not specifically listed as a strategy in the pledge. The other three options – increasing energy efficiency, protecting natural carbon sinks, and developing carbon capture and storage technologies – are all mentioned as key strategies in the pledge. Cooling emissions, arising from refrigerants and energy used in appliances like ACs and refrigerators, currently account for 7% of global greenhouse gas emissions and are expected to triple by 2050. Refrigerants, such as hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) and hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs), contribute significantly to global warming, with HFC-134a having a global warming potential 3,400 times that of CO2. Incorrect Solution: b) Statement 3 is incorrect. The Global Cooling Pledge, launched at COP28 under the UAE Presidency, aims to tackle the growing challenge of emissions from air conditioning and refrigeration. The Global Cooling Pledge commits to reducing cooling emissions by at least 68% by 2050. The solutions include the phasing-out of HFCs, promoting climate-friendly chemicals, proper disposal of refrigerants, and exploring ways to cool buildings without relying on air conditioners. While investing in renewable energy sources is a critical step in addressing climate change, it’s not specifically listed as a strategy in the pledge. The other three options – increasing energy efficiency, protecting natural carbon sinks, and developing carbon capture and storage technologies – are all mentioned as key strategies in the pledge. Cooling emissions, arising from refrigerants and energy used in appliances like ACs and refrigerators, currently account for 7% of global greenhouse gas emissions and are expected to triple by 2050. Refrigerants, such as hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) and hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs), contribute significantly to global warming, with HFC-134a having a global warming potential 3,400 times that of CO2.

#### 1. Question

Consider the following statements regarding the “Global Cooling Pledge”:

• The Global Cooling Pledge aims to tackle the growing challenge of emissions from air conditioning and refrigeration.

• The solutions explore ways to cool buildings without relying on air conditioners.

• Global Cooling Pledge was launched by the Cool Coalition and COP28 member countries under India’s Presidency.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• a) Only one

• b) Only two

• c) All three

Solution: b)

Statement 3 is incorrect.

• The Global Cooling Pledge, launched at COP28 under the UAE Presidency, aims to tackle the growing challenge of emissions from air conditioning and refrigeration.

• The Global Cooling Pledge commits to reducing cooling emissions by at least 68% by 2050.

• The solutions include the phasing-out of HFCs, promoting climate-friendly chemicals, proper disposal of refrigerants, and exploring ways to cool buildings without relying on air conditioners.

• While investing in renewable energy sources is a critical step in addressing climate change, it’s not specifically listed as a strategy in the pledge.

• The other three options – increasing energy efficiency, protecting natural carbon sinks, and developing carbon capture and storage technologies – are all mentioned as key strategies in the pledge.

• Cooling emissions, arising from refrigerants and energy used in appliances like ACs and refrigerators, currently account for 7% of global greenhouse gas emissions and are expected to triple by 2050.

• Refrigerants, such as hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) and hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs), contribute significantly to global warming, with HFC-134a having a global warming potential 3,400 times that of CO2.

Solution: b)

Statement 3 is incorrect.

• The Global Cooling Pledge, launched at COP28 under the UAE Presidency, aims to tackle the growing challenge of emissions from air conditioning and refrigeration.

• The Global Cooling Pledge commits to reducing cooling emissions by at least 68% by 2050.

• The solutions include the phasing-out of HFCs, promoting climate-friendly chemicals, proper disposal of refrigerants, and exploring ways to cool buildings without relying on air conditioners.

• While investing in renewable energy sources is a critical step in addressing climate change, it’s not specifically listed as a strategy in the pledge.

• Question 2 of 5 2. Question Consider the following statements regarding “Powering Past Coal Alliance (PPCA)”. PPCA is a group that aims to reduce coal power. It was initially launched by United Kingdom and USA. The members will restrict the funds allocated to the coal power stations without carbon capture and storage. How many of the above statements is/are correct? a) Only one b) Only two c) All three d) None Correct Solution: b) Statement 2 is incorrect. The Powering Past Coal Alliance or PPCA is a group that aims to reduce coal power. The main objective of the alliance is to phase out coal fired power plants. It was initially launched by Canada and United Kingdom. It was launched during the 2017 UNFCCC (United Nations Convention on Climate Change) COP23 held in Bonn. The Government of Canada provides financial support to the project. The key objectives of the alliance: To phase out traditional coal power To suspend the coal power stations that are operating without carbon capture and storage To make businesses and organizations run without the use of coal power The members of the alliance shall ensure to implement policies that support clean power The members will restrict the funds allocated to the coal power stations without carbon capture and storage Incorrect Solution: b) Statement 2 is incorrect. The Powering Past Coal Alliance or PPCA is a group that aims to reduce coal power. The main objective of the alliance is to phase out coal fired power plants. It was initially launched by Canada and United Kingdom. It was launched during the 2017 UNFCCC (United Nations Convention on Climate Change) COP23 held in Bonn. The Government of Canada provides financial support to the project. The key objectives of the alliance: To phase out traditional coal power To suspend the coal power stations that are operating without carbon capture and storage To make businesses and organizations run without the use of coal power The members of the alliance shall ensure to implement policies that support clean power The members will restrict the funds allocated to the coal power stations without carbon capture and storage

#### 2. Question

Consider the following statements regarding “Powering Past Coal Alliance (PPCA)”.

• PPCA is a group that aims to reduce coal power.

• It was initially launched by United Kingdom and USA.

• The members will restrict the funds allocated to the coal power stations without carbon capture and storage.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• a) Only one

• b) Only two

• c) All three

Solution: b)

Statement 2 is incorrect.

The Powering Past Coal Alliance or PPCA is a group that aims to reduce coal power. The main objective of the alliance is to phase out coal fired power plants.

It was initially launched by Canada and United Kingdom. It was launched during the 2017 UNFCCC (United Nations Convention on Climate Change) COP23 held in Bonn.

The Government of Canada provides financial support to the project.

The key objectives of the alliance:

• To phase out traditional coal power

• To suspend the coal power stations that are operating without carbon capture and storage

• To make businesses and organizations run without the use of coal power

• The members of the alliance shall ensure to implement policies that support clean power

• The members will restrict the funds allocated to the coal power stations without carbon capture and storage

Solution: b)

Statement 2 is incorrect.

The Powering Past Coal Alliance or PPCA is a group that aims to reduce coal power. The main objective of the alliance is to phase out coal fired power plants.

It was initially launched by Canada and United Kingdom. It was launched during the 2017 UNFCCC (United Nations Convention on Climate Change) COP23 held in Bonn.

The Government of Canada provides financial support to the project.

The key objectives of the alliance:

• To phase out traditional coal power

• To suspend the coal power stations that are operating without carbon capture and storage

• To make businesses and organizations run without the use of coal power

• The members of the alliance shall ensure to implement policies that support clean power

• The members will restrict the funds allocated to the coal power stations without carbon capture and storage

• Question 3 of 5 3. Question Aus aman and boro are variety of which crop a) Maize b) Jowar c) Wheat d) Rice Correct Solution: d) Incorrect Solution: d)

#### 3. Question

Aus aman and boro are variety of which crop

Solution: d)

• Question 4 of 5 4. Question Consider the following statements regarding Global Digital Public Infrastructure Repository. It is created by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY). Only Unified Payments Interface (UPI) is incorporated in this repository from India. Which of the above statements is/are correct? a) 1 only b) 2 only c) Both 1 and 2 d) Neither 1 nor 2 Correct Solution: a) The Prime Minister announced the launch of two India-led initiatives: the Global Digital Public Infrastructure Repository and a Social Impact Fund aimed at promoting the development of Social Impact Fund to advance Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) in the Global South during the Virtual G20 Leaders’ Summit on 22nd November 2023. DPI is created by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY). It is a comprehensive resource hub, pooling essential lessons and expertise from G20 members and guest nations. Its aim is to bridge the knowledge gap in the choices and methodologies required for the design, construction, deployment, and governance of DPIs. The DPIs from India that have been incorporated in the GDPIR are: Aadhaar, Unified Payments Interface (UPI), DigiLocker, Umang, eSanjeevani, API Setu, Co-WIN, Government e-marketplace, Diksha, E-Hospital, Poshan Tracker and Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM). What is Digital public infrastructure (DPI)? It encompasses foundational elements or frameworks like digital identification, payment infrastructure, and data exchange solutions. These components play a crucial role in facilitating countries to provide vital services to their citizens, fostering empowerment, and enhancing lives through the promotion of digital inclusion. Incorrect Solution: a) The Prime Minister announced the launch of two India-led initiatives: the Global Digital Public Infrastructure Repository and a Social Impact Fund aimed at promoting the development of Social Impact Fund to advance Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) in the Global South during the Virtual G20 Leaders’ Summit on 22nd November 2023. DPI is created by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY). It is a comprehensive resource hub, pooling essential lessons and expertise from G20 members and guest nations. Its aim is to bridge the knowledge gap in the choices and methodologies required for the design, construction, deployment, and governance of DPIs. The DPIs from India that have been incorporated in the GDPIR are: Aadhaar, Unified Payments Interface (UPI), DigiLocker, Umang, eSanjeevani, API Setu, Co-WIN, Government e-marketplace, Diksha, E-Hospital, Poshan Tracker and Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM). What is Digital public infrastructure (DPI)? It encompasses foundational elements or frameworks like digital identification, payment infrastructure, and data exchange solutions. These components play a crucial role in facilitating countries to provide vital services to their citizens, fostering empowerment, and enhancing lives through the promotion of digital inclusion.

#### 4. Question

Consider the following statements regarding Global Digital Public Infrastructure Repository.

• It is created by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY).

• Only Unified Payments Interface (UPI) is incorporated in this repository from India.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

• c) Both 1 and 2

• d) Neither 1 nor 2

Solution: a)

The Prime Minister announced the launch of two India-led initiatives: the Global Digital Public Infrastructure Repository and a Social Impact Fund aimed at promoting the development of Social Impact Fund to advance Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) in the Global South during the Virtual G20 Leaders’ Summit on 22nd November 2023.

• DPI is created by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY).

• It is a comprehensive resource hub, pooling essential lessons and expertise from G20 members and guest nations.

• Its aim is to bridge the knowledge gap in the choices and methodologies required for the design, construction, deployment, and governance of DPIs.

• The DPIs from India that have been incorporated in the GDPIR are: Aadhaar, Unified Payments Interface (UPI), DigiLocker, Umang, eSanjeevani, API Setu, Co-WIN, Government e-marketplace, Diksha, E-Hospital, Poshan Tracker and Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM).

What is Digital public infrastructure (DPI)?

It encompasses foundational elements or frameworks like digital identification, payment infrastructure, and data exchange solutions.

These components play a crucial role in facilitating countries to provide vital services to their citizens, fostering empowerment, and enhancing lives through the promotion of digital inclusion.

Solution: a)

• DPI is created by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY).

• It is a comprehensive resource hub, pooling essential lessons and expertise from G20 members and guest nations.

• Its aim is to bridge the knowledge gap in the choices and methodologies required for the design, construction, deployment, and governance of DPIs.

What is Digital public infrastructure (DPI)?

It encompasses foundational elements or frameworks like digital identification, payment infrastructure, and data exchange solutions.

These components play a crucial role in facilitating countries to provide vital services to their citizens, fostering empowerment, and enhancing lives through the promotion of digital inclusion.

• Question 5 of 5 5. Question Consider the following statements regarding Urban Cooperative Banks in India. They are supervised and regulated by local boards set up by the State Governments. They can issue equity shares and preference shares. They were brought under the purview of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 through an Amendment in 1996 How many of the above statements is/are correct? a) Only one b) Only two c) All three d) None Correct Solution: b) Statement 1 is incorrect. The Urban Banks Department of the Reserve Bank of India is vested with the responsibility of regulating and supervising primary (urban) cooperative banks, which are popularly known as Urban Cooperative Banks (UCBs). A cooperative bank can, with prior approval of the RBI, issue equity shares, preference shares, or special shares to its members or to any other person residing within its area of operation, by way of public issue or private placements. Large cooperative banks with paid-up share capital and reserves of Rs.1 lakh were brought under the purview of the Banking Regulation Act 1949 through an amendment in 1966. Incorrect Solution: b) Statement 1 is incorrect. The Urban Banks Department of the Reserve Bank of India is vested with the responsibility of regulating and supervising primary (urban) cooperative banks, which are popularly known as Urban Cooperative Banks (UCBs). A cooperative bank can, with prior approval of the RBI, issue equity shares, preference shares, or special shares to its members or to any other person residing within its area of operation, by way of public issue or private placements. Large cooperative banks with paid-up share capital and reserves of Rs.1 lakh were brought under the purview of the Banking Regulation Act 1949 through an amendment in 1966.

#### 5. Question

Consider the following statements regarding Urban Cooperative Banks in India.

• They are supervised and regulated by local boards set up by the State Governments.

• They can issue equity shares and preference shares.

• They were brought under the purview of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 through an Amendment in 1996

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• a) Only one

• b) Only two

• c) All three

Solution: b)

Statement 1 is incorrect.

• The Urban Banks Department of the Reserve Bank of India is vested with the responsibility of regulating and supervising primary (urban) cooperative banks, which are popularly known as Urban Cooperative Banks (UCBs).

• A cooperative bank can, with prior approval of the RBI, issue equity shares, preference shares, or special shares to its members or to any other person residing within its area of operation, by way of public issue or private placements.

• Large cooperative banks with paid-up share capital and reserves of Rs.1 lakh were brought under the purview of the Banking Regulation Act 1949 through an amendment in 1966.

Solution: b)

Statement 1 is incorrect.

• Large cooperative banks with paid-up share capital and reserves of Rs.1 lakh were brought under the purview of the Banking Regulation Act 1949 through an amendment in 1966.

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