The Current Affairs Quiz is a daily quiz based on the DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS AND PIB SUMMARY from the previous day, as posted on our website. It covers all relevant news sources and is designed to test your knowledge of current events. Solving these questions will help you retain both concepts and facts relevant …
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Topic: Conservation, environmental pollution and degradation, environmental impact assessment Q5. What is biochar? Explain its significance for improving soil health and agricultural sustainability. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: TH Why the question Crop residue burning, declining soil health and the need for climate-resilient agriculture have renewed attention on biochar as a sustainable solution for …
Syllabus: Energy Source: TH Context: India is set to launch its carbon credit trading market in 2026, and biochar is emerging as a promising CO₂ removal technology with applications in agriculture, construction, and energy. About Biochar in India: What is Biochar? Biochar is a carbon-rich byproduct formed by pyrolysis (burning biomass without oxygen) of agricultural …
UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 20 November 2024 covers important current affairs of the day, their backward linkages, their relevance for Prelims exam and MCQs on main articles InstaLinks : Insta Links help you think beyond the current affairs issue and help you think multidimensionally to develop depth in your understanding of these issues. …
Syllabus: Science and Technology, Air Pollution Source: DTE Context: Stubble burning, especially in northern India, contributes significantly to air pollution and haze during October and November. Despite government measures, the practice persists due to economic and operational challenges faced by farmers. Stubble Burning Stubble burning is the deliberate setting of fire to crop residue after …
