The FAO accords the status of ‘Globally Important Agricultural Heritage System (GIAHS)’ to
traditional agricultural systems. What is the overall goal of this initiative?
1. To provide modern technology, training in modern farming methods and financial support to
local communities of identified GIAHS so as to greatly enhance their agricultural productivity.
2. To identify and safeguard eco-friendly traditional farm practices and their associated
landscapes, agricultural biodiversity and knowledge systems of the local communities
3. The provide Geographical Indication status to all the varieties of agricultural produce in such
identifies GIAHS
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The FAO accords the status of ‘Globally Important Agricultural Heritage System (GIAHS)’ to
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With reference to ‘Red Sanders’, sometimes seen in the news, consider the following
With reference to ‘Red Sanders’, sometimes seen in the news, consider the following
statements:
1. It is a tree species found in a part of South India.
2. It is one of the most important trees in the tropical rain forest areas of South India.
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In which of the following regions of India are you most likely to come across the ‘Great Indian Hornbill’ in its natural habitat
In which of the following regions of India are you most likely to come across the ‘Great Indian Hornbill’ in its natural habitat?
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Banjaras during the medieval period of Indian history were generally
Banjaras during the medieval period of Indian history were generally
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With reference to an initiative called ‘The Economics of Ecosystems and Biodiversity (TEEB)’,
With reference to an initiative called ‘The Economics of Ecosystems and Biodiversity (TEEB)’,
which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. It is an initiative hosted by UNEP, IMF and World Economic Forum.
2. It is a global initiative that focuses on drawing attention to the economic benefits of
biodiversity.
3. It presents an approach that can help decision-makers recognize, demonstrate and capture
the value of ecosystems and biodiversity.
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The plan of Sir Stafford Cripps envisaged that after the Second World War
The plan of Sir Stafford Cripps envisaged that after the Second World War
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Which of the following best describes/ describe the aim of ‘Green India Mission’ of the Government of India
Which of the following best describes/ describe the aim of ‘Green India Mission’ of the Government of India?
1. Incorporating environmental benefits and costs into the Union and State Budgets thereby implementing the ‘green accounting’
2. Launching the second green revolution to enhance agricultural output so as to ensure food security to one and all in the future
3. Restoring and enhancing forest cover and responding to climate change by a combination of adaptation and mitigation measures
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Regarding the taxation system of Krishna Deva, the ruler of Vijayanagar, consider the following
Regarding the taxation system of Krishna Deva, the ruler of Vijayanagar, consider the following
statements:
1. The tax rate on land was fixed depending on the quality of the land.
2. Private owners of workshops paid industries tax.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?