SSC GD 2024 PYQ — Question 21

SSC GD Const (English) - 20 Feb 2024 - Shift 4 • General Awareness • Q21

In June 2023, who has been awarded the Spinoza Prize, which is also sometimes referred to as the 'Dutch Nobel Prize'?

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Joyeeta Gupta

  • In June 2023, Joyeeta Gupta was awarded the Spinoza Prize, a prestigious honor given by the Netherlands Organization for Scientific Research (NWO) and often referred to as the 'Dutch Nobel Prize.'
  • This award recognizes exceptional scientific research and contributions, and it is one of the highest distinctions in Dutch academia.
  • Joyeeta Gupta, a renowned expert in environmental science and sustainability, received this accolade for her influential work on climate change, environmental governance, and the integration of science and policy.
  • Her research has been instrumental in advancing understanding of how climate change affects global systems and in developing effective strategies for environmental management.
  • The Spinoza Prize highlights her significant impact on both academic research and practical solutions to global environmental challenges.