Climate And Environment - 2026 MCQs with Answers and Explanations
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Question 1: Which Indian state officially banned the manufacturing and sale of "Single-Use Plastic" in all its forms on April 10, 2026?
Maharashtra implemented the strictest ban to date, including heavy fines for industrial violators to curb ocean-bound plastic pollution.
Question 2: On April 10, 2026, which Pakistani city recorded the highest temperature ever for the month of April at 46°C?
Jacobabad set a new record for early heat intensity, highlighting the increasing impact of climate change on the South Asian region.
Question 3: Which city in Pakistan recorded the highest temperature in the world yesterday (April 9, 2026) at 46.5°C?
Jacobabad officially became the hottest spot on Earth yesterday, marking an early onset of an intense heatwave in the region.
Question 4: Which organization launched the "Global Plastic Treaty" draft on April 9, 2026, aiming to eliminate single-use plastic by 2040?
The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) finalized the first draft of the legally binding treaty to end plastic pollution yesterday.
Question 5: The World Bank Economic Update of April 8, 2026, warns that in the event of a prolonged Middle East conflict, growth in the region will be further hampered by:
The World Bank warned that a prolonged conflict would compound economic woes through elevated energy and food prices and increased fiscal pressures.
Question 6: Which province in Pakistan issued a "Heatwave Alert" on April 8, 2026, due to unusual temperature fluctuations recorded by the Met Department?
The Pakistan Meteorological Department issued a warning for Punjab on April 8, noting that Lahore and other cities recorded temperatures significantly higher than seasonal norms.
Question 7: Which organization stated on April 8, 2026, that South Asia's erratic precipitation patterns are a "warning sign of global warming"?
In a report cited on April 8, the World Bank highlighted that South Asia is facing concentrated, unpredictable rainfall as a direct result of the 1.1°C rise in global temperatures.
Question 8: Which organization partnered with the Sindh government to launch the "Urban Forest" project in Karachi on April 6, 2026?
The Sindh government and private corporate partners initiated a massive "Urban Forest" drive in Karachi on April 6 to combat the urban heat island effect.
Question 9: On April 4, 2026, which mountain peak was officially closed to climbers due to severe environmental degradation?
The Nepal government announced a temporary closure of the Everest southern route on April 4, 2026, for a major waste cleanup and ecosystem restoration.
Question 10: On April 4, 2026, the "Global Climate Risk Index 2026" ranked which country as the most vulnerable to extreme weather events?
The Philippines was ranked first in the 2026 Climate Risk Index released on April 4, followed by Bangladesh and Pakistan.
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