General Knowledge MCQs
Topic Notes: General Knowledge
MCQs and preparation resources for competitive exams, covering important concepts, past papers, and detailed explanations.
Plato
- Biography: Ancient Greek philosopher (427–347 BCE), student of Socrates and teacher of Aristotle, founder of the Academy in Athens.
- Important Ideas:
- Theory of Forms
- Philosopher-King
- Ideal State
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The GEF serves as the financial mechanism for which major global environmental agreement?
Answer:
All of the above.
The GEF is the financial mechanism for the CBD, UNFCCC, UNCCD, Stockholm, and Minamata Conventions.
22
Where is the permanent headquarters (Secretariat) of the Global Environment Facility (GEF) located?
Answer:
Washington, D.C., USA
The GEF Secretariat is located in Washington, D.C., though it operates independently.
23
The GEF's funding is primarily channeled through its **replenishment** cycles, which typically occur every:
Answer:
Four years.
The GEF is replenished every four years by donor countries to fund its operations and projects.
24
In what year was the GEF established?
Answer:
1991
The GEF was established in 1991 as a trust fund, initially managed by the World Bank. It was restructured in 1994 to serve as the permanent financing mechanism for several global conventions.
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What does the acronym GEF stand for?
Answer:
Global Environment Facility
The GEF is a multilateral financial mechanism that provides grants to developing countries and countries with economies in transition for projects related to global environmental protection.