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UPSC General Studies Sample Paper General Studies Sample Paper-6

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    Consider the following statements regarding National Afforestation and Eco-development Board (NAEB).
    1. The National Afforestation and Eco-development Board (NAEB) set up in 1992, is responsible for promoting afforestation, tree planting, ecological restoration and eco-development activities in the- country.
    2. NAEB should bring general awareness for promoting afforestation and eco-development with the assistance of voluntary agencies, non-government organisations, Panchayati Raj institutions and others and promote participatory and sustainable management of degraded forest areas and adjoining lands.
    Which of the statements) given above is/are incorrect?

    A)  Only 1             

    B)  Only 2

    C)  Both 1 and 2    

    D)  Neither1nor 2

    Correct Answer: C

    Solution :

    [c] The role and functions of the NAEB are given below Evolve mechanisms for ecological restoration of degraded forest areas and adjoining lands through systematic planning and implementation, in a cost effective manner. Restore through natural regeneration or appropriate intervention, the forest cover in the country for ecological security and to meet the fuel wood, fodder and other needs of the rural communities. Restore fuel wood, fodder, timber and other forest produce on the degraded forest and adjoining lands in order to meet the demands for these items. Sponsor research and extension of research findings to disseminate new and proper technologies for the regeneration and development of degraded forest areas and adjoining lands, Create general awareness and help foster people's movement for promoting afforestation and eco-development with the assistance of voluntary agencies, non-government organisations, Panchayati Raj institutions and others and promote participatory and sustainable management of degraded forest areas and adjoining lands. Coordinate and monitor the action plans for afforestation, tree planting, ecological restoration and eco-development and undertake all other measures necessary for promoting afforestation, tree planting, ecological restoration and eco-development activities in the country.


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