Previous year MCQs

UPPSC 2023 GS-I Current Affairs
Question

What was India's rank in the world greenhouse gases emission in 2022?

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option B: 10th

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “10th”.
According to the 2022 Climate Change Performance Index (CCPI), India ranked 10th in the world for greenhouse gas emissions.

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