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2017

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
How many states did the Environment Ministry approves Projects under National Adaptation Fund for Climate Change (NAFCC)?
A
3
B
5
C
4
D
6
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The National Adaptation Fund for Climate Change (NAFCC) was established to support adaptation activities in the States and Union Territories (UTs) of India that are vulnerable to the adverse effects of climate change. NAFCC is implemented in project mode and till date, 30 projects are sanctioned in 27 States and UTs.

Detailed explanation-2: -The National Adaptation Fund for Climate Change (NAFCC) was established in August, 2015 to meet the cost of adaptation to climate change for the State and Union Territories of India that are particularly vulnerable to the adverse effects of climate change.

Detailed explanation-3: -The Government of India launched National Action Plan on Climate Change (NAPCC) on 30thJune, 2008 outlining eight National Missions on climate change. These include: National Solar Mission. National Mission for Enhanced Energy Efficiency.

Detailed explanation-4: -The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) is the implementing agency of the National Adaptation Fund for Climate Change (NAFCC).

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