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26. Recently, GEAPP signed a Multi-Donor Trust Fund with which of the following for impactful solar energy projects in India?
[A] World Bank
[B] International Monetary Fund (IMF)
[C] World Trade Organization (WTO)
[D] International Solar Alliance (ISA)
Correct Answer: D [International Solar Alliance (ISA)]
Notes:
The Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet (GEAPP) has made significant progress in advancing solar energy initiatives in India. Recently, GEAPP entered into a Multi-Donor Trust Fund agreement with the International Solar Alliance (ISA) to raise $100 million for transformative solar energy projects. This partnership is designed to expedite India’s transition to clean energy by implementing innovative strategies. The initiatives primarily concentrate on addressing financing deficiencies and strengthening institutional capabilities. GEAPP and ISA have introduced two significant initiatives in conjunction with the trust fund. The Digitalization of Utilities for Energy Transition (DUET) seeks to enhance grid systems through modernization. This initiative includes the creation of a technological suite that incorporates smart sensors for the analysis of real-time data. Meanwhile, the Energy Transitions Innovation Challenge (ENTICE 2.0) promotes the development of innovative solutions to address challenges associated with energy transition. Collectively, these initiatives aim to facilitate scalable solar energy solutions throughout member countries.
27. Mount Ibu, which was seen in the news, is located in which country?
[A] Italy
[B] Thailand
[C] Indonesia
[D] Japan
Correct Answer: C [Indonesia]
Notes:
Mount Ibu, an active stratovolcano in Indonesia, erupted and released ash clouds that reached 3 kilometers into the sky. It is situated on the northwest coast of Halmahera Island. Mount Ibu is among Indonesia’s 127 active volcanoes. Indonesia, located in the Pacific “Ring of Fire,” frequently faces such volcanic activity. A stratovolcano, also known as a composite volcano, has a cone-like shape created by layers of volcanic debris from multiple eruptions.
28. Which natural disaster in India is specifically highlighted in the 2024 Global Water Monitor Report?
[A] Tamiladu floods
[B] Andhra Pradesh floods
[C] Kerala floods
[D] Wayanad landslides
Correct Answer: D [Wayanad landslides]
Notes:
The Wayanad landslides in India were noted as a major water-related disaster in the 2024 Global Water Monitor Report. In 2024, disruptions in the global water cycle led to water-related disasters resulting in 8,700 deaths, 40 million people displaced, and $550 billion in economic losses from severe weather events such as floods, droughts, and landslides. The Wayanad landslides specifically saw 409mm of rain in just 24 hours in July 2024, causing 375 deaths, displacing 10,000 people, and resulting in $140 million in damages.
