Current Affairs Question - 23 February 2019
National Physical Geography
Andaman & Nicobar Islands
Which among the following islands are a part of the Andaman & Nicobar Group?
- Hutbay Island
- Long Island
- Smith Island
- Agatti Island
Choose the correct answer from the code given below:
A |
1 and 2 only
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B |
1, 2, 3 only
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C |
1, 2, 3 and 4
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D |
2, 3, 4 only
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National Statutory, Regulatory & Quasi-judicial Bodies
Island Development Agency (IDA)
Consider the following statements vis-à-vis Island Development Agency (IDA):
- IDA is headed by the Vice Chairman, NITI Aayog.
- IDA works under the aegis of NITI Aayog.
Choose the correct answer from the code given below:
A |
Only 1
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B |
Only 2
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C |
Both 1 and 2
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D |
Neither 1 nor 2
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National Renewable Energy
Grid Connected Solar Rooftop Programme
Consider the following statements with respect to ‘Grid Connected Solar Rooftop Programme’:
- Central financial assistance can be provided to government buildings and educational institutions.
- It aims to achieve cumulative capacity of 40,000 MW from roof top solar projects by 2022.
Choose the correct answer from the code given below:
A |
Only 1
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B |
Only 2
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C |
Both 1 and 2
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D |
Neither 1 nor 2
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National Programmes & Schemes
KUSUM Scheme
Consider the following statements with respect to ‘KUSUM scheme’:
- This scheme will lead to decentralisation of the production of solar power.
- The program will aid in the de-dieseling of the agricultural sector in India.
- Subsidy burden on DISCOMS in the sector of agriculture will be Increased to a large extent.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A |
3 only
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B |
1 and 2 only
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C |
2 and 3 only
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D |
All of the above
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