2 Welcome to your 22 MARCH 1. With reference to the Ken – Betwa link project, consider the following statements:1. This project involves transfer of water from the Ken to the Betwa River through the construction of Daudhan Dam and a canal linking the two rivers, the Lower Orr Project, Kotha Barrage and Bina Complex Multipurpose Project. 2. The Project will be of immense benefit to the water starved region of Saurashtra. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 2. With reference to the International Day of Forests, consider the following statements: 1. The United Nations observes March 15 as the International Day of Forests, commemorating the green cover around the world and reiterating its importance. 2. The theme of the International Day of Forests for 2021 is “Forest restoration: a path to recovery and well-being”. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 3. With reference to the new Nagar Van Scheme, consider the following statements: 1. The scheme will fill the gap between the cities and villages in terms of having their own forest cover. 2. Under the Nagar Van Scheme, Urban forests will be developed in 200 cities in its first phase. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 4. With reference to the National Bank for Financing Infrastructure and Development Bill, 2021, consider the following statements: 1. The bill seeks to establish the National Bank for Financing Infrastructure and Development. 2. Its objective is to support the development of long-term non-recourse infrastructure financing in India including development of the bonds and derivatives markets. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 5. Recently seen in news, Whitsun Reef is located in: Dead Sea Red Sea Arabian Sea South China Sea Next Time is Up!