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MCQs – Climate Change, SDGs, and Indian Economic Issues

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MCQs – Climate Change, SDGs, and Indian Economic Issues 1. MCQ – Which gas is the most responsible for global warming? a) Nitrogen b) Carbon Dioxide c) Oxygen d) Helium Correct Answer: b) Carbon Dioxide 2. MCQ – How many Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are there? a) 10 b) 15 c) 17 d) 20 Correct Answer: c) 17 3. MCQ – Which of the following is NOT a core pillar of sustainable development? a) Economic b) Social c) Military d) Environmental Correct Answer: c) Military 4. MCQ – India aims to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by which year? a) 2030 b) 2040 c) 2070 d) 2100 Correct Answer: c) 2070 5. MCQ – Which Indian program supports climate adaptation and mitigation? ...

Climate Change, SDGs & Issues Facing Indian Economy

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Climate Change, SDGs & Issues Facing Indian Economy Climate Change and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Climate change and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are central to today’s global development discourse. SDGs, adopted by all United Nations Member States in 2015, aim to end poverty, protect the planet, and ensure prosperity by 2030. Core Elements of Sustainable Development Economic Growth: Promoting inclusive and sustained economic progress. Social Inclusion: Ensuring equal access to opportunities, rights, and resources for all. Environmental Protection: Managing natural resources responsibly and addressing climate change. Global Issues and Initiatives Global challenges such as climate change, biodiversity loss, inequality, and pollu...

Foreign Trade Policy, Foreign Investments & Economic Development

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Foreign Trade Policy, Foreign Investments & Economic Development Foreign Trade Policy (FTP), Foreign Investments, and Economic Development Foreign Trade Policy (FTP) is a critical tool for managing a country’s trade with the world. FTP sets the strategic direction for exports, imports, and the promotion of economic growth. India’s foreign investments, particularly FDIs and FIIs, also play a significant role in its development. FTP – Structural Changes during the 1990s The 1990s marked a turning point in India’s foreign trade policy. Structural changes such as the reduction of tariffs, devaluation of the Indian Rupee, and the promotion of export-oriented industries were pivotal in boosting trade. FTP Policy – 2015-2020 The FTP for 2015-2020 aimed to expand India’s global trade share with a focus on value-added products and servic...