Climate Change — Prelims Questions

Consider the following statements about India's Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) under the Paris Agreement: 1. India committed to reduce emission intensity of GDP by 33-35% below 2005 levels by 2030 2. India aims to achieve 40% cumulative electric power capacity from non-fossil fuel sources by 2030 3. India's NDCs are legally binding under international law 4. India committed to create additional carbon sink of 2.5-3 billion tonnes CO2 equivalent by 2030 Which of the statements given above are correct?

Which of the following best describes the 'Common But Differentiated Responsibilities' (CBDR) principle in climate governance?

Consider the following statements about the International Solar Alliance (ISA): 1. It was co-founded by India and France in 2015 2. Membership is restricted to countries located between the Tropics of Cancer and Capricorn 3. The ISA headquarters is located in New Delhi 4. It aims to mobilize $1 trillion in solar investments by 2030 Which of the statements given above are correct?

Which of the following missions is NOT part of India's National Action Plan on Climate Change (NAPCC)?

Consider the following statements about climate tipping points: 1. They represent thresholds beyond which climate systems undergo irreversible changes 2. Arctic sea ice loss is considered a potential global tipping point 3. Tipping points always lead to gradual changes over centuries 4. Amazon rainforest dieback could affect global precipitation patterns Which of the statements given above are correct?