Daily Quiz- 261

1. Which of the following describes the difference between GRAP and emergency measures like the “Odd-Even Scheme”?

A. GRAP is static; Odd-Even is dynamic.

B. GRAP is a pre-decided, legally mandated plan; Odd-Even is an ad-hoc policy.

C. GRAP applies only to industries.

D. Odd-Even is part of Stage IV.

2. Before CAQM, which body implemented GRAP?

A. EPCA (Environment Pollution Control Authority)

B. CPCB

C. NGT

D. NEERI

3. Under GRAP, “predictive enforcement” means:

A. Forecasting likely AQI rise and enforcing measures in advance

B. Activating measures only after AQI crosses 500

C. Waiting for NGT orders before activation

D. Post-event response to pollution spikes

4. Which ministry supervises CAQM and thereby GRAP?

A. Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC)

B. Ministry of Urban Development

C. Ministry of Earth Sciences

D. Ministry of Science and Technology

5. Which of the following statements is correct?

A. GRAP has legal enforceability.

B. GRAP is an advisory framework.

C. GRAP is voluntary for NCR states.

D. GRAP applies only to public transport.

Answers Quiz- 260 (October 26)

1. C

Explanation: “Poor” category corresponds to 201–300 AQI, triggering Stage I measures.

2. C

Explanation: Truck bans come under Stage IV (“Severe+”), not Stage II.

3. C

Explanation: Each stage adds to previous ones, ensuring progressive tightening.

4. A

Explanation: DG set bans come in Stage II; BS-III vehicle restrictions in Stage III.

5. B

Explanation: The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) oversees coordination among multiple agencies.