Daily Current Quiz for UPSC : 19 Nov 2024

Which of the following statements about the Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty (FFPT) is/are correct?

The FFPT is aimed at phasing out the production and use of fossil fuels globally.
The treaty primarily focuses on reducing greenhouse gas emissions from industrial processes only.
It draws inspiration from the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty to tackle climate change by addressing fossil fuel production.

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Which of the following statements about the Global Carbon Project (GCP) is/are correct?

The Global Carbon Project focuses on quantifying greenhouse gas emissions and their pathways globally.
It publishes an annual Global Carbon Budget report, which assesses the sources and sinks of carbon dioxide.
The GCP operates under the umbrella of the World Meteorological Organization (WMO).

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Which of the following statements about the National Asset Reconstruction Company Limited (NARCL) is/are correct?

NARCL primarily acquires non-performing assets (NPAs) from banks to aid their balance sheet cleanup.
NARCL pays 50% of the loan value in cash upfront and the rest in security receipts (SRs).
The security receipts (SRs) issued by NARCL are backed by a government guarantee.

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Which of the following statements about High-Performance Buildings (HPBs) is/are correct?

HPBs are designed to minimize resource consumption and environmental impact.
They rely exclusively on renewable energy sources for all their energy needs.
HPBs incorporate advanced materials and technologies to enhance indoor environmental quality.

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