Daily Current Affairs Quiz-19-10-2024

1. What is the primary goal of the Char Dham Highway Project? 

A) Improve local agriculture
B) Boost religious tourism
C) Enhance military transport
D) Develop renewable energy sources

2.What is the estimated financial outlay for the Char Dham Highway Project? 

A) ₹5,000 crore
B) ₹12,000 crore
C) ₹20,000 crore
D) ₹30,000 crore

3. According to Jürgen Mey's study, what impact does road-widening have on landslides? 

A) Decreases landslide frequency
B) Doubles the occurrence of road-blocking landslides
C) Has no effect on landslides
D) Prevents landslides from occurring

4. What loophole did the government use to bypass environmental clearance for the project? 

A) Dividing the project into smaller segments
B) Reducing the project's length
C) Changing the project’s purpose
D) Collaborating with environmental organizations

5. What significant environmental concern is associated with the Char Dham Highway Project? 

A) Reduction in biodiversity
B) Increased summer monsoon precipitation leading to more landslides
C) Improvement in air quality
D) Enhancement of local water resources