Question
Consider the following statements: I. The World
Food Prize was started to be awarded from 1986 . II. This year the World Food Prize was awarded to Cynthia Rosenzweig. . III. Norman Borlaug was awarded the Nobel peace prize in 1970. Which statement/statements is/are not correct?Solution
The World Food Prize is an international award recognizing the achievements of individuals who have advanced human development by improving the quality, quantity, or availability of food in the world. It was established by Norman Borlaug in 1986 through the support of General Foods.Norman Borlaug was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1970. Since 1987, the prize has been awarded annually to recognize contributions in any field involved in the world food supply, such as animal science, aquaculture, soil science, water conservation, nutrition, health, plant science, seed science, plant pathology, crop protection, food technology, food safety, policy, research, infrastructure, emergency relief, and poverty alleviation and hunger. World Food Prize 2022 has been Awarded to Cynthia Rosenzweig (United states) for her pioneering work in modeling the impact of climate change on food production worldwide.
Consider the following Statements.
(i) Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY) wa launched in 2016.
(ii) The scheme is being implemented ...
With reference to the Government portal UDID (Unique Disability ID), consider the following statements:
1. Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerme...
Consider the following Statements about Mission Indradhanush and choose the option with correct Statements.
- Mission Indradhanush was launch...
Consider the following Statements about Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Package Insurance Scheme and choose the option with correct Statements.