Global Soil Conference 2024

Current Context: The Global Soil Conference 2024 took place from November 19-22, 2024, at the NASC Complex in New Delhi, India.

• Here's a detailed explanation:
• Organized By:
• The Indian Society of Soil Science (ISSS) under the aegis of the International Union of Soil Sciences (IUSS)
• In collaboration with the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) and the National Academy of Agricultural Sciences (NAAS)
• Chaired By:
• Dr. Himanshu Pathak, Secretary of DARE and Director General of ICAR
• Theme:
• "Caring Soils Beyond Food Security: Climate Change Mitigation and Ecosystem Services"
• Aim:
• The conference aimed to address the critical role of soils in climate change mitigation, food security, and ecosystem services.
• It focused on sustainable soil management practices that contribute to environmental conservation and agricultural productivity.

Question:

1. Where was the Global Soil Conference 2024 held?

• A) Mumbai
• B) Bengaluru
• C) Chennai
• D) New Delhi

Answer: D) The conference took place at the NASC Complex in New Delhi, India.