What are the significances of a practical approach to sugarcane production known as 'Sustainable Sugarcane Initiative?
1. Seed cost is very low in this compared to the conventional method of cultivation.
2. Drip irrigation can be practiced very effectively in this.
3. There is no application of chemical/inorganic fertilizers at all in this.
4. The scope for intercropping is more in this compared to the conventional method of cultivation.
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Consider the following pairs:
| Programme/Project | Ministry |
| 1) Drought-Prone Area Programme | Ministry of Agriculture |
| 2) Desert Development and Forests Programme | Ministry of Environment |
| 3) National Watershed Development Project for Rainfed Areas | Ministry of Rural Development |
Which of the above pairs is/are correctly matched?
With reference to Bombay Natural History Society (BNHS), consider the following statements:
1. It is an autonomous organization under the Ministry of Environment and Forests.
2. It strives to conserve nature through action-based research, education and public awareness.
3. It organizes and conducts nature trails and camps for the general public.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
With reference to technologies for solar power production, consider the following statements:
1. 'Photovoltaics' is a technology that generates electricity by direct conversion of light into electricity, while 'Solar Thermal' is a technology that utilizes the Sun's rays to generate heat which is further used in the electricity generation process.
2. Photovoltaics generates Alternating Current(AC), while Solar Thermal generates Direct Current(DC).
3. India has manufacturing base for Solar Thermal technology, but not for Photovoltaics.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Consider the following languages:
1. Gujarati
2. Kannada
3. Telugu
Which of the above has/have been declared as "Classical Language/ Languages" by the Government?
Consider the following pairs:
1. Damp Tiger Reserve : Mizoram
2. Gumti Wildlife Sanctuary : Sikkim
3. Saramati Peak : Nagaland
Which of the above pairs is/are correctly matched?
With reference to a conservation organization called 'Wetlands International', which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. It is an intergovernmental organization formed by the countries which are signatories to Ramsar Convention.
2. It works at the field level to develop and mobilize knowledge, and use the practical experience to advocate experience to advocate for better policies.
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