Prelims Power Play 30 March 2022

1. Consider the following statements:

1. The Sustainable Development Goals were first proposed in 1972 by a global think tank called the ‘Club of Rome’.
2. The Sustainable Development Goals have to be achieved by 2030.

Which of the above statements is/are correct? Select then correct answer using the below:

2. Recent all Indian strike led to disruption of few essential services. Which of the following are considered essential services under Essential Services Maintenance Act, 1968?

1. Postal
2. Telegraph
3. Railways
4. Telephone

Select the correct answer using the code below

3. Which of the following can help to decarbonise agriculture?

1. Reduce the consumption of irrigation wate
2. Reduce the consumption of chemical fertilisers
3. Soil conservation mechanism
4. Shifting from crop cultivation to livestock.

Choose the correct option.

4. The Codex Alimentarius Commission (CAC)is an international food standards body established by

5. Consider the following regarding biofuels in India

1. Use of ethanol in place of petrol and diesel can lead to lesser emissions of carbon monoxide and particulate matter (PM).
2. Ethanol has higher octane number thus lead to higher engine efficiency.
3. Ethanol generation from food crops is completely banned in India.

Choose the correct option.