UPSC Editorials Quiz : 14 November 2024

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• Question 1 of 5 1. Question The 2023 update to India’s Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) emphasizes which of the following as a major part of India’s climate strategy? a) Complete phase-out of coal-based energy by 2030 b) Setting up international partnerships for non-renewable energy resources c) Provision of subsidies for fossil fuel industries d) Establishment of a domestic carbon market Correct Solution: d) India’s updated NDCs in 2023 emphasized the establishment of a domestic carbon market as a key part of its climate strategy. This move aligns with the Energy Conservation (Amendment) Act of 2022, which provides a statutory basis for a Carbon Credit Trading Scheme (CCTS) to help India meet its commitments under the Paris Agreement. Incorrect Solution: d) India’s updated NDCs in 2023 emphasized the establishment of a domestic carbon market as a key part of its climate strategy. This move aligns with the Energy Conservation (Amendment) Act of 2022, which provides a statutory basis for a Carbon Credit Trading Scheme (CCTS) to help India meet its commitments under the Paris Agreement.

#### 1. Question

The 2023 update to India’s Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) emphasizes which of the following as a major part of India’s climate strategy?

• a) Complete phase-out of coal-based energy by 2030

• b) Setting up international partnerships for non-renewable energy resources

• c) Provision of subsidies for fossil fuel industries

• d) Establishment of a domestic carbon market

Solution: d)

India’s updated NDCs in 2023 emphasized the establishment of a domestic carbon market as a key part of its climate strategy. This move aligns with the Energy Conservation (Amendment) Act of 2022, which provides a statutory basis for a Carbon Credit Trading Scheme (CCTS) to help India meet its commitments under the Paris Agreement.

Solution: d)

• Question 2 of 5 2. Question Consider the following statements regarding Bharat 6G Vision and Strategy: The Bharat 6G Vision aims to achieve affordable 6G technologies specifically for rural connectivity within India. The core principles of Bharat 6G Vision is aligning with the national policy of “Make in India” to strengthen domestic telecom manufacturing. Bharat 6G Vision focuses on enhancing global intellectual property contributions from India in 6G technologies. Which of the above statements is/are correct? a) 1 and 2 only b) 2 and 3 only c) 3 only d) 1, 2, and 3 Correct Solution: c) Statement 1 is incorrect because the vision extends beyond rural connectivity to include secure, intelligent, and widespread global connectivity. Statement 2 misrepresents the core principles, which focus on affordability, sustainability, and ubiquity rather than the “Make in India” initiative specifically, though it does align with the broader Atmanirbhar Bharat objective of self-reliance. Bharat 6G Vision does prioritize India’s role in global intellectual property (IP) creation for 6G technologies, which supports India’s contributions in the 6G patent landscape. Incorrect Solution: c) Statement 1 is incorrect because the vision extends beyond rural connectivity to include secure, intelligent, and widespread global connectivity. Statement 2 misrepresents the core principles, which focus on affordability, sustainability, and ubiquity rather than the “Make in India” initiative specifically, though it does align with the broader Atmanirbhar Bharat objective of self-reliance. Bharat 6G Vision does prioritize India’s role in global intellectual property (IP) creation for 6G technologies, which supports India’s contributions in the 6G patent landscape.

#### 2. Question

Consider the following statements regarding Bharat 6G Vision and Strategy:

• The Bharat 6G Vision aims to achieve affordable 6G technologies specifically for rural connectivity within India.

• The core principles of Bharat 6G Vision is aligning with the national policy of “Make in India” to strengthen domestic telecom manufacturing.

• Bharat 6G Vision focuses on enhancing global intellectual property contributions from India in 6G technologies.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

• a) 1 and 2 only

• b) 2 and 3 only

• d) 1, 2, and 3

Solution: c)

Statement 1 is incorrect because the vision extends beyond rural connectivity to include secure, intelligent, and widespread global connectivity.

Statement 2 misrepresents the core principles, which focus on affordability, sustainability, and ubiquity rather than the “Make in India” initiative specifically, though it does align with the broader Atmanirbhar Bharat objective of self-reliance.

Bharat 6G Vision does prioritize India’s role in global intellectual property (IP) creation for 6G technologies, which supports India’s contributions in the 6G patent landscape.

Solution: c)

Statement 1 is incorrect because the vision extends beyond rural connectivity to include secure, intelligent, and widespread global connectivity.

Bharat 6G Vision does prioritize India’s role in global intellectual property (IP) creation for 6G technologies, which supports India’s contributions in the 6G patent landscape.

• Question 3 of 5 3. Question Consider the following statements about CSR eligibility and compliance under the Companies Act, 2013: CSR becomes mandatory for companies with a net worth of ₹500 crore or more. Companies failing to meet CSR obligations may face monetary penalties, but responsible officers are not personally liable. The law requires unspent CSR funds to be carried forward indefinitely if not utilized in the specified year. How many of the above statements is/are correct? a) Only one b) Only two c) All three d) None Correct Solution: a) Only Statement 1 is correct. CSR compliance is mandatory for companies with a net worth of ₹500 crore or more, an annual turnover of ₹1,000 crore or more, or a net profit of ₹5 crore or more. Statement 2 is incorrect because both the company and responsible officers may face penalties for non-compliance. Officers can be fined or even face imprisonment for failing to meet CSR obligations. Statement 3 is also incorrect as per the 2019 amendment; unspent CSR funds must be transferred to a specified fund by the end of the fiscal year and utilized within three years. If unutilized, these funds must be deposited into a government-specified fund, ensuring timely and effective CSR expenditure. Incorrect Solution: a) Only Statement 1 is correct. CSR compliance is mandatory for companies with a net worth of ₹500 crore or more, an annual turnover of ₹1,000 crore or more, or a net profit of ₹5 crore or more. Statement 2 is incorrect because both the company and responsible officers may face penalties for non-compliance. Officers can be fined or even face imprisonment for failing to meet CSR obligations. Statement 3 is also incorrect as per the 2019 amendment; unspent CSR funds must be transferred to a specified fund by the end of the fiscal year and utilized within three years. If unutilized, these funds must be deposited into a government-specified fund, ensuring timely and effective CSR expenditure.

#### 3. Question

Consider the following statements about CSR eligibility and compliance under the Companies Act, 2013:

• CSR becomes mandatory for companies with a net worth of ₹500 crore or more.

• Companies failing to meet CSR obligations may face monetary penalties, but responsible officers are not personally liable.

• The law requires unspent CSR funds to be carried forward indefinitely if not utilized in the specified year.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• a) Only one

• b) Only two

• c) All three

Solution: a)

Only Statement 1 is correct.

CSR compliance is mandatory for companies with a net worth of ₹500 crore or more, an annual turnover of ₹1,000 crore or more, or a net profit of ₹5 crore or more.

Statement 2 is incorrect because both the company and responsible officers may face penalties for non-compliance. Officers can be fined or even face imprisonment for failing to meet CSR obligations.

Statement 3 is also incorrect as per the 2019 amendment; unspent CSR funds must be transferred to a specified fund by the end of the fiscal year and utilized within three years. If unutilized, these funds must be deposited into a government-specified fund, ensuring timely and effective CSR expenditure.

Solution: a)

Only Statement 1 is correct.

CSR compliance is mandatory for companies with a net worth of ₹500 crore or more, an annual turnover of ₹1,000 crore or more, or a net profit of ₹5 crore or more.

• Question 4 of 5 4. Question Consider the following statements regarding the Energy Conservation (Amendment) Act of 2022 and India’s climate commitments: The Act mandates that only public sector companies participate in the Carbon Credit Trading Scheme. The Act supports India’s alignment with the Paris Agreement through statutory provisions for carbon credit trading. India’s NDCs under the Paris Agreement include explicit timelines for achieving net-zero emissions by 2050. Which of the above statements are correct? a) Only one b) Only two c) All three d) None Correct Solution: a) Statement 1 is incorrect as the Act does not restrict the CCTS to only public sector companies; it is intended for broader participation, including private entities. Statement 2 is correct. The Energy Conservation (Amendment) Act of 2022 supports India’s alignment with the Paris Agreement by providing statutory support for carbon credit trading through the CCTS. Statement 3 is incorrect as India’s NDCs under the Paris Agreement do not specify a net-zero emissions deadline of 2050. Instead, India has committed to reaching net-zero by 2070 Incorrect Solution: a) Statement 1 is incorrect as the Act does not restrict the CCTS to only public sector companies; it is intended for broader participation, including private entities. Statement 2 is correct. The Energy Conservation (Amendment) Act of 2022 supports India’s alignment with the Paris Agreement by providing statutory support for carbon credit trading through the CCTS. Statement 3 is incorrect as India’s NDCs under the Paris Agreement do not specify a net-zero emissions deadline of 2050. Instead, India has committed to reaching net-zero by 2070

#### 4. Question

Consider the following statements regarding the Energy Conservation (Amendment) Act of 2022 and India’s climate commitments:

• The Act mandates that only public sector companies participate in the Carbon Credit Trading Scheme.

• The Act supports India’s alignment with the Paris Agreement through statutory provisions for carbon credit trading.

• India’s NDCs under the Paris Agreement include explicit timelines for achieving net-zero emissions by 2050.

Which of the above statements are correct?

• a) Only one

• b) Only two

• c) All three

Solution: a)

Statement 1 is incorrect as the Act does not restrict the CCTS to only public sector companies; it is intended for broader participation, including private entities.

Statement 2 is correct. The Energy Conservation (Amendment) Act of 2022 supports India’s alignment with the Paris Agreement by providing statutory support for carbon credit trading through the CCTS.

Statement 3 is incorrect as India’s NDCs under the Paris Agreement do not specify a net-zero emissions deadline of 2050. Instead, India has committed to reaching net-zero by 2070

Solution: a)

Statement 1 is incorrect as the Act does not restrict the CCTS to only public sector companies; it is intended for broader participation, including private entities.

Statement 3 is incorrect as India’s NDCs under the Paris Agreement do not specify a net-zero emissions deadline of 2050. Instead, India has committed to reaching net-zero by 2070

• Question 5 of 5 5. Question Consider the following statements regarding the application of 6G technology in agriculture: 6G enables real-time crop health monitoring by integrating IoT and AI technologies. Precision irrigation systems using 6G are managed autonomously without any human oversight. Predictive systems in agriculture can optimize crop yields by analyzing data on weather, soil, and plant health. Which of the above statements is/are correct? a) 1 only b) 1 and 3 only c) 2 and 3 only d) 1, 2, and 3 Correct Solution: b) 6G technology enhances agriculture by integrating IoT and AI, allowing for real-time monitoring of crop health and environmental conditions. Additionally, predictive systems use data analytics on factors like soil and weather to improve crop yield by enabling timely interventions. However, statement 2 is incorrect; while 6G supports advanced irrigation systems, human oversight and decision-making are still involved in managing these systems, particularly in terms of adjusting to specific agricultural needs and unexpected environmental changes. 6G thus promotes precision agriculture, balancing automation with strategic human input. Incorrect Solution: b) 6G technology enhances agriculture by integrating IoT and AI, allowing for real-time monitoring of crop health and environmental conditions. Additionally, predictive systems use data analytics on factors like soil and weather to improve crop yield by enabling timely interventions. However, statement 2 is incorrect; while 6G supports advanced irrigation systems, human oversight and decision-making are still involved in managing these systems, particularly in terms of adjusting to specific agricultural needs and unexpected environmental changes. 6G thus promotes precision agriculture, balancing automation with strategic human input.

#### 5. Question

Consider the following statements regarding the application of 6G technology in agriculture:

• 6G enables real-time crop health monitoring by integrating IoT and AI technologies.

• Precision irrigation systems using 6G are managed autonomously without any human oversight.

• Predictive systems in agriculture can optimize crop yields by analyzing data on weather, soil, and plant health.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

• b) 1 and 3 only

• c) 2 and 3 only

• d) 1, 2, and 3

Solution: b)

6G technology enhances agriculture by integrating IoT and AI, allowing for real-time monitoring of crop health and environmental conditions. Additionally, predictive systems use data analytics on factors like soil and weather to improve crop yield by enabling timely interventions.

However, statement 2 is incorrect; while 6G supports advanced irrigation systems, human oversight and decision-making are still involved in managing these systems, particularly in terms of adjusting to specific agricultural needs and unexpected environmental changes. 6G thus promotes precision agriculture, balancing automation with strategic human input.

Solution: b)

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