CURRENT AFFAIRS

Detailed explanation-1: -The International Solar Alliance (ISA) plans to launch the World Solar Bank (WSB) at the United Nations Climate Change Conference in which city in November 2021?

Detailed explanation-2: -The Fifth Assembly of the International Solar Alliance was inaugurated today by Shri Raj Kumar Singh, Minister of Power and New & Renewable Energy, India in his capacity as the President, International Solar Alliance.

Detailed explanation-3: -India and France launched the International Solar Alliance (ISA) to boost solar energy in developing countries. It was launched at the United Nations Climate Change Conference in Paris in November 2015 by the Indian Prime Minister and French President.

Detailed explanation-4: -Importance of World Solar Bank for India: Also ISA is the first ever treaty based international government organization that is headquartered in India. It is situated in Gurugram.

Detailed explanation-5: -The External Affairs Ministry said Ambassador of Republic of Congo, Raymond Serge Bale signed the International Solar Alliance Framework Agreement in the presence of Joint Secretary. India has welcomed Congo to International Solar Alliance.