Q6 · UPPSC current affairs · 5 September 2026 · News · CAQM Stubble Burning Estimation Protocol

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In the context of satellite-based farm fire detection, what is 'Ground Truthing'?

A The process of simulating stubble burning entirely inside a computer laboratory
B The process of collecting direct physical measurement data on the ground to calibrate and validate remote sensing satellite data
C A method of measuring black carbon exclusively through stratospheric weather balloons
D The legal verification of land ownership before issuing penalties for crop residue burning

Correct answer: (b) The process of collecting direct physical measurement data on the ground to calibrate and validate remote sensing satellite data

Explanation

Ground truthing refers to collecting direct physical measurement data on the ground to calibrate and validate remote sensing satellite data. The other options misrepresent this technical validation process.

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