Static Quiz 27th July

1. Which of the following statements is/are true about Montreal Protocol?

1. It aims to phase out the release of ozone depleting substances.
2. It focuses on phasing out of both CFCs and HCFCs.
3. Secretary-General of the United Nations acts as its Depository.

2. Which of the following is/are true about organic farming?

1. GM crops are allowed in organic farming.
2. Use of fertiliser is strictly prohibited.
3. Arunachal Pradesh has been declared as the first organic state of India.

3. Which of the following statements is/are true about GRIHA?

1. it aims at designing green buildings and evaluate greenness of buildings.
2. it is jointly designed by TERI and Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change.

4. Which of the following is/are true about photochemical smog?

1. It is formed by the chemical reaction of sunlight, nitrogen oxides and volatile organic compounds.
2. Automobile exhaust is mainly responsible for its formation in urban areas.
3. It occurs in warmer, sunnier weather as the upper air is warm enough to inhibit vertical circulation.

5. Which of the following statements is/are true about Water(Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974?

1. It has established Central Pollution Control Board which also enjoy the powers under Air Act,1981.
2. It empowers the CPCB to give orders to the central government regarding penalty on water pollution.
3. It empowers the CPCB to give technical assistance to state boards.