Environment & Biodiversity - GS questions based on daily current affairs for Q. 16137
Q. Which of the following statements is/are correct about SAFAR?
1. It is a computerized system jointly developed by Indian institute of Tropical Meteorology (IITM), Pune & India Meteorological Department (IMD).
2. It provides location specific information on air quality in near real time and its forecast 1-3 days in advance- Published on 11 Nov 15a. Only 1
b. Only 2
c. Both
d. None
ANSWER: Both
- SAFAR is System of Air Quality Forecasting and Research. SAFAR was installed in Delhi, during Commonwealth games.
- The implementation of SAFAR is made possible with an active collaboration with local municipal corporations and various local educational institutions and governmental agencies in that Metro city.
- The ultimate objective of the project is to increase awareness among general public regarding the air quality in their city well in advance so that appropriate mitigation measures and systematic action can be taken up for betterment of air quality and related health issues.
- It engineers awareness drive by educating public, prompting self-mitigation and also to help develop mitigation strategies for policy makers.
