Consider the following statements:Statement I: Studies indicate that carbon dioxide emissions from cement industry account for more than 5% of global carbon emissions.Statement II: Silica-bearing clay is mixed with limestone while manufacturing cement.Statement III: Limestone is converted into lime during clinker production for cement manufacturing.Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
Environment and Ecology
2025
Consider the following statements:Statement I: At the 28th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28), India refrained from signing the 'Declaration on Climate and Health'.Statement II: The COP 28 Declaration on Climate and Health is a binding declaration; and if signed, it becomes mandatory to decarbonize health sector.Statement III: If India's health sector is decarbonized, the resilience of its health- care system may be compromised.Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
Consider the following statements:Statement I: Scientific studies suggest that a shift is taking place in the Earth's rotation and axis.Statement II: Solar flares and associated coronal mass ejections bombarded the Earth's outermost atmosphere with tremendous amount of energy.Statement III: As the Earth's polar ice melts, the water tends to move towards the equator.Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
Consider the following statements:Statement I: Article 6 of the Paris Agreement on climate change is frequently discussed in global discussions on sustainable development and climate change.Statement II: Article 6 of the Paris Agreement on climate change sets out the principles of carbon markets.Statement III: Article 6 of the Paris Agreement on climate change intends to promote inter-country non-market strategies to reach their climate targets.Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
Which one of the following launched the 'Nature Solutions Finance Hub for Asia and the Pacific'?
With reference to 'Direct Air Capture', an emerging technology, which of the following statements is/are correct?I.It can be used as a way of carbon sequestration.II.It can be a valuable approach for plastic production and in food processing.III.In aviation, it can be a source of carbon for combining with hydrogen to create synthetic low-carbon fuel.Select the correct answer using the code given below
Regarding Peacock tarantula (Gooty tarantula), consider the following statements:I.It is an omnivorous crustacean.II.Its natural habitat in India is only limited to some forest areas.III.In its natural habitat, it is an arboreal species.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Consider the following statements:I.Carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions in India are less than 0.5 t CO2/ capita.II.In terms of CO2 emissions from fuel combustion, India ranks second in Asia-Pacific region.III.Electricity and heat producers are the largest source of CO2 emissions in India.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
With reference to the planet Earth, consider the following statements:I.Rain forests produce more oxygen than that produced by oceans.II.Marine phytoplankton and photo-synthetic bacteria produce about 50% of world's oxygen.III.Well-oxygenated surface water contains several folds higher oxygen than that in atmospheric air.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Consider the following:I.Cigarette buttsII.Eyeglass lensesIII.Car tyres How many of them contain plastic?
Consider the following substances:I.EthanolII.NitroglycerineIII.Urea Coal gasification technology can be used in the production of how many of them?
Consider the following statements:Statement I: Activated carbon is a good and an attractive tool to remove pollutants from effluent streams and to remediate contaminants from various industries.Statement II: Activated carbon exhibits a large surface area and a strong potential for adsorbing heavy metals.Statement III: Activated carbon can be easily synthesized from environmental wastes with high carbon content.Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
Consider the following statements:Statement I: Of the two major ethanol producers in the world,i. e., Brazil and the United States of America, the former produces more ethanol than the latter.Statement II: Unlike in the United States of America where corn is the principal feedstock for ethanol production, sugarcane is the principal feedstock for ethanol production in Brazil.Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
The World Bank warned that India could become one of the first places where wet-bulb temperatures routinely exceed 35°. Which of the following statements best reflect(s) the implication of the above-said report?I.Peninsular India will most likely suffer from flooding, tropical cyclones and droughts.II.The survival of animals including humans will be affected as shedding of their body heat through perspiration becomes difficult.Select the correct answer using the code given below
Artificial way of causing rainfall to reduce air pollution makes use of
Which organization has enacted the Nature Restoration Law (NRL) to tackle climate change and biodiversity loss?
2024
One of the following regions has the world's largest tropical peatland, which holds about three years worth of global carbon emissions from fossil fuels; and the possible destruction of which can exert detrimental effect on the global climate.Which one of the following denot that region ?
With reference to perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) that are used in making many consumer product, consider the following statements:1.PFAS are found to be widespread in drinking water, food and food packaging material.2.PFAS are not easily degraded in the environment.3.Persistent exposure to PFAS can lead to bioaccumulation in animal bodies.Which of the statements given above are correct?
Consider the following :1.Carabid beetles2.Centipedes3.Flies4.Termites5.Wasps Parasitoid species are foundhow many of the above kind of organisms?
Consider the following plants1.Groundnut2.Horse-gram3.SoybeanHow many of the above belong to the pea family ?
Consider the following statementsStatement-I: The Indian Flying Fox is placed under the "vermin" category in the Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972.Statement-II: The Indian Flying Fox feeds on the blood of other animals.Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements ?
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The organisms "Cicada, Froghopper and Pond skater" are :
Consider the following statements :Statement-I :Many chewing gums found in the market are considered a source of environmental pollution.Statement-II: Many chewing gums contain plastic as gum base.Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements ?
Consider the following pairs:Country Animal found in its natural habitat1.Brazil Indri2.Indonesia Elk3.Madagascar BonoboHow many of the pairs given above are correctly matched ?
Consider the following statements:1.Lions do not have a particular breeding season.2.Unlike most other big cats, cheetahs do not roar.3.Unlike male lions, male leopards do not proclaim their territory by scent marking.Which of the statements given above are correct ?
Which one of the following is the correct description of "100 Million Farmers" ?
Consider the following:1.Battery storage2.Biomass generators3.Fuel cells4.Rooftop solar photovoltaic unitsHow many of the above are considered "Distributed Energy Resources"
Which one of the following shows a unique relationship with an insect that has coevolved with it and that is the only insect that ta pollinate this tree ?
Consider the following :1.Butterflies2.Fish3.FrogsHow many of the above have poisonous species among them ?
Consider the following:1.Cashew2.Papaya3.Red sandersHow many of the above trees are actually native to India?
Which one of the following is the exhaust pipe emission from Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles, powered by hydrogen?
Recently, the term "pumped-storage hydropower" is actually and appropriately discussed in the context of which one of the following?
"Membrane Bioreactors" are often discussed in the context of:
Consider the following materials:1.Agricultural residues2.Corn grain3.Wastewater treatment sludge4.Wood mill wasteWhich of the above can be used as feedstock for producing Sustainable Aviation Fuel?
According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA),which one of the following is the largest source of sulphur dioxide emissions ?
Consider the following statements :Statement-I :The European Parliament approved The Net-Zero Industry Act recently.Statement-II :The European Union intends to achieve carbon neutrality by 2040 and therefore aims to develop all of its own clean technology by that time.Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements ?
2023
Consider the following statements:Statement-I: Marsupials are not naturally found in India.Statement-II: Marsupials can thrive only in montane grasslands with no predators.Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
Invasive species Specialist Group' (that develops Global Invasive Species Database) belongs towhich one of the following organizations?
Consider the following fauna:1.Lion-tailed Macaque2.Malabar Civet3.Sambar DeerHow many of the above are generally nocturnal or most active after sunset?
Which of the following organisms perform waggle dance for others of their kin to indicate the direction and the distance to a source of their food?
Consider the following statements:1.Some mushrooms have medicinal properties.2.Some mushrooms have psychoactive properties.3.Some mushrooms have insecticidal properties.4.Some mushrooms have bioluminescent properties.How many of the above statements are correct?
Consider the following statements regarding the Indian squirrels:1.They build nests by making burrows in the ground.2.They store their food materials like nuts and seeds in the ground.3.They are omnivorous.How many of the above statements are correct?
Consider the following statements:1.Some microorganisms can grow in environments with temperature above the boiling point of water.2.Some microorganisms can grow in environments with temperature below the freezing point of water.3.Some microorganisms can grow in highly acidic environment with a pH below3.How many of the above statements are correct?
Which one of the following makes a tool with a stick to scrap insects from a hole in a tree or a log of wood?
Consider the following:1.Aerosols2.Foam agents3.Fire retardants4.Lubricants In the making ofhow many of the above are hydrofluorocarbons used?
Consider the following statements:Statement-I: Carbon markets are likely to be one of the most widespread tools in the fight against climate change.Statement-II: Carbon markets transfer resources from the private sector to the State.Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
Consider the following statements:Once the Central Government notifies an area as a 'Community Reserve'1.the Chief Wildlife Warden of the State becomes the governing authority of such forest2.hunting is not allowed in such area3.people of such area are allowed to collect non-timber forest produce4.people of such area are allowed traditional agricultural practicesHow many of the above statements are correct?
With reference to the role of biofilters in Recirculating Aquaculture System, consider the following statements:1.Biofilters provide waste treatment by removing uneaten fish feed.2.Biofilters convert ammonia present in fish waste to nitrate.3.Biofilters increase phosphorus as nutrient for fish in water.How many of the statements given above are correct?
Consider the following statements regarding mercury pollution :1.Gold mining activity is a source of mercury pollution in the world.2.Coal-based thermal power plants cause mercury pollution.3.There is no known safe level of exposure to mercury.How many of the above statements are correct?
Consider the following activities :1.Spreading finely ground basalt rock on farmlands extensively2.Increasing the alkalinity of oceans by adding lime3.Capturing carbon dioxide released by various industries and pumping it into abandoned subterranean mines in the form of carbonated watersHow many of the above activities are often considered and discussed for carbon capture and sequestration?
Consider the following statements:1.In India, the Biodiversity Management committees are key to the realization of the objectives of Nagoya Protocol.2.The Biodiversity Management committees have important functions in determining access and benefit sharing, including the power to levy collection fees on the access of biological resources within its jurisdiction.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Consider the following heavy industries :1.Fertilizer plants2.Oil refineries3.Steel plants Green hydrogen is expected to play a significant role in decarbonizinghow many of the above industries?
2022
Among the following crops, which one is the most important anthropogenic source of both methane and nitrous oxide?
"System of Rice Intensification" of cultivation, in which alternate wetting and drying of rice fields is practised, results in:1.Reduced seed requirement2.Reduced methane production3.Reduced electricity consumptionSelect the correct answer using the code given below:
"Climate Action Tracker", which monitors the emission reduction pledges of different countries is a:
Consider the following statements:1.'The Climate Group' is an international non-profit organization that drives climate action by building large networks and runs them.2.The International Energy Agency in partnership with the Climate Group launched a global initiative 'EP100'.3.EP100 brings together leading companies committed to driving innovation in energy efficiency and increasing competitiveness while delivering on emission reduction goals.4.Some Indian companies are members of EP100.5.The International Energy Agency is the Secretariat to the 'Under2 Coalition'.Which of the statements given above are correct?
"If rainforests and tropical forests are the lungs of the Earth, then surely wetlands function as its kidneys."Which one of the following functions of wetlands best reflects the above statement?
In the context of WHO Air Quality Guidelines, consider the following statements:1.The 24-hour mean of PM 2.5 should not exceed 15 µg/m3 and annual mean of PM2.5 should not exceed 5 µg/m3.2.In a year, the highest levels of ozone pollution occur during the periods of inclement weather.3.PM10 can penetrate the lung barrier and enter the bloodstream.4.Excessive ozone in the air can trigger asthma.Which of the statements given above are correct?
With reference to polyethylene terephthalate, the use of which is so widespread in our daily lives, consider the following statements:1.Its fibres can be blended with wool and cotton fibres to reinforce their properties.2.Containers made of it can be used to store any alcoholic beverage.3.Bottle made of it can be recycled into other products.4.Articles made of it can be easily disposed of by incineration without causing greenhouse gas emissions.Which of the statements given above are correct?
Which of the following is not a bird?
Which of the following are nitrogen-fixing plants?1.Alfalfa2.Amarnath3.Chickpea4.Clover5.Purslane (Kulfa)6.SpinachSelect the correct answer using the code given below:
Which one of the following has been constituted under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986?
Which one of the following statements best describes the 'Polar Code'?
With reference to Indian laws about wildlife protection, consider the following statements:1.Wild animals are the sole property of the government.2.When a wild animal is declared protected, such animal is entitled for equal protection whether it is found in protected areas or outside.3.Apprehension of a protected wild animal becoming a danger to human life is sufficient ground for its capture or killing.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Certain species ofwhich one of the following organisms are well known as cultivators of fungi?
Consider the following statements:1.Other than those made by humans, nanoparticles do not exist in nature.2.Nanoparticles of some metallic oxides are used in the manufacture of some cosmetics.3.Nanoparticles of some commercial products which enter the environment are unsafe for humans.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Consider the following:1.Carbon monoxide2.Nitrogen oxide3.Ozone4.Sulphur dioxideExcess ofwhich of the above in the environment is/are cause(s) of acid rain?
2021
Why is there a concern about copper smelting plants?1.They may release lethal quantities of carbon monoxide into environment.2.The copper slag can cause the leaching of some heavy metals into environment.3.They may release sulphur dioxide as a pollutant.Select the correct answer using the code given below
With reference to furnace oil, consider the following statements:1.It is a product of oil refineries.2.Some industries use it to generate power.3.Its use causes sulphur emissions into environment.Which of the statements given above are correct?
In the nature, which of the following is/are most likely to be found surviving on a surface without soil?1.Fern2.Lichen3.Moss4.MushroomSelect the correct answer using the code given below
Which one of the following is used in preparing a natural mosquito repellent?
Consider the following kinds of organisms:1.Copepods2.Cyanobacteria3.Diatoms4.ForaminiferaWhich of the above are primary producers in the food chains of oceans?
Consider the following animals:1.Hedgehog2.marmot3.Pangolin to reduce the chance of being captured by predators,which of the above organisms rolls up/roll up and protects/protect its/their vulnerable parts?
With reference to the 'New York Declaration on Forests', which of the following statements are correct?1.It was first endorsed at the United Nations Climate Summit in 2014.2.It endorses a global timeline to end the loss of forests.3.It is a legally binding international declaration.4.It is endorsed by governments, big companies and indigenous communities.5.India was one of the signatories at its inception.Select the correct answer using the code given below
Magnetite particles, suspected to cause neurodegenerative problems, are generated as environmental pollutants from which of the following?1.Brakes of motor vehicles2.Engines of motor vehicles3.Microwave stoves within homes4.Power plants5.Telephone linesSelect the correct answer using the code given below
Which one of the following is a filter feeder?
In case ofwhich one of the following biogeochemical cycles, the weathering of rocks is the main source of release of nutrient to enter the cycle?
Which of the following are detritivores?1.Earthworms2.Jellyfish3.Millipedes4.Seahorses5.WoodliceSelect the correct answer
The 'Common Carbon Metric', supported by UNEP, has been developed for
Which of the following have species that can establish symbiotic relationship with other organisms?1.Cnidarians2.Fungi3.ProtozoaSelect the correct answer using the code given below
How is the permaculture farming different from conventional chemical farming?1.Permaculture farming discourages monocultural practices but in conventional chemical farming, monoculture practices are
With reference to 'palm oil', consider the following statements:1.The palm oil tree is native to Southeast Asia.2.The palm oil is a raw material for some industries producing lipstick and perfumes.3.The palm oil can be used to produce biodiesel.Which of the statements given above are correct?
Consider the following statements:1.The Global Ocean Commission grants licences for seabed exploration and mining in international waters.2.India has received licences for seabed mineral exploration in international waters.3.'Rare earth minerals' are present on seafloor in international waters.Which of the statements given above are correct?
In the context of India's preparation for Climate- Smart Agriculture, consider the following statements:1.The 'Climate-Smart Village' approach in India is a part of a project led by the Climate Change, Agriculture and Food Security (CCAFS), an international research programme.2.The project of CCAFS is carried out under Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR) headquartered in France.3.The International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT) in India is one of the CGIAR's research centres.Which of the statements given above are correct?
The vegetation of savannah consists of grassland with scattered small trees, but extensive areas have no trees. The forest development in such areas is generally kept in check by one or more or a combination of some conditions. Which of the following are such conditions?1.Burrowing animals and termites2.Fire3.Grazing herbivores4.Seasonal rainfall5.Soil propertiesSelect the correct answer using the code given below
Consider the following statements:1.Moringa (drumstick tree) is a leguminous evergreen tree.2.Tamarind tree is endemic to South Asia.3.In India, most of the tamarind is collected as minor forest produce.4.India exports tamarind and seeds of moringa.5.Seeds of moringa and tamarind can be used in the production of biofuels.Which of the statements given above are correct?
2020
Consider the following pairs International agreement/set-up Subject1.Alma-Ata Declaration - Healthcare of the people2.Hague Convention - Biological and chemical weapons3.Talanoa Dialogue - Global climate change4.Under2 Coalition - Child rightsWhich of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?
With reference to India's biodiversity, Ceylon frogmouth, Coppersmith barbet, Gray-chinned minivet and White-throated redstart are
In rural road construction, the use of which of the following is preferred for ensuring environmental sustainability or to reduce carbon footprint?1.Copper slag2.Cold mix asphalt technology3.Geotextiles4.Hot mix asphalt technology5.Portland cementSelect the correct answer using the code given below:
Consider the following statements:1.Coal ash contains arsenic, lead and mercury.2.Coal-fired power plants release sulphur dioxide and oxides of nitrogen into the environment.3.High ash content is observed in Indian coal.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Consider the following statements:1.36% of India's districts are classified as "overexploited" or "critical" by the Central Ground Water Authority (CGWA).2.CGWA was formed under the Environment (Protection) Act.3.India has the largest area under groundwater irrigation in the world.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
2019
Which one of the following National Parks lies completely in the temperate alpine
Consider the following statements:1.Asiatic lion is naturally found in India only.2.Double-humped camel is naturally found in India only.3.One-horned rhinoceros is naturally found in India only.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
In the context of which of the following do some scientists suggest the used of cirrus cloud thinning technique and the injection of sulphate aerosol into stratosphere?
In the context ofwhich one of the following are the terms 'pyrolysis and plasma gasification' mentioned?
Which of the following are in Agasthyamala Biosphere Reserve?
Consider the following statements:1.Some species of turtles are herbivores.2.Some species of fish are herbivores.3.Some species of marine mammals are herbivores.4.Some species of snakes are viviparous.Which of the statements given above are correct?
Consider the following pairs:Wildlife Naturally found in1.Blue-finned Mahseer : Cauvery River2.Irrawaddy Dolphin : Chambal River3.Rusty-spotted Cat : Eastern GhatsWhich of the pairs given above are correctly matched?
Why is there a great concern about the 'microbeads' that are released into environment?
Consider the following states:1.Chhattisgarh2.Madhya Pradesh3.Maharashtra4.Odisha With reference to the States mentioned above, in terms of percentage of forest cover to the total area of State,which one of the following is the correct ascending order?
Which of the following statements are correct about the deposits of 'methane hydrate?1.Global warming might trigger the release of methane gas from these deposits.2.Large deposits of 'methane hydrate' are found
Consider the following:1.Carbon monoxide2.Methane3.Ozone4.Sulphur dioxideWhich of the above are released into atmosphere due to the burning of crop/biomass residue?
In India, the use of carbofuran, methyl parathion, phorate and triazophos is viewed with apprehension. These chemicals are used as
Consider the following statements:1.Under Ramsar Convention, it is mandatory on the part of the Government of India to protect and conserve all the wetlands in the territory of India.2.The Wetlands (Conservation and Management) Rules, 2010 were framed by the Government of India based on the recommendation of Ramsar Convention.3.The Wetlands (Conservation and Management) Rules, 2010 also encompass the drainage area or catchment regions of the wetlands as determined by the authority.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Consider the following statements:1.Agricultural soils release nitrogen oxides into environment.2.Cattle release ammonia into environment.3.Poultry industry releases reactive nitrogen compounds into environment.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
In the context of proposals to the use of hydrogen- enriched CNG (H-CNG) as fuel for buses in public transport, consider the following statements:1.The main advantage of the use of H-CNG is the elimination of carbon monoxide emissions
Consider the following statements:1.As per recent amendment to the Indian Forest Act, 1927, forest dwellers have the right to fell the bamboos grown on forest areas.2.As per the Scheduled Tribes and Other Traditional Forest Dwellers (Recognition of Forest Rights) Act, 2006, bamboo is a minor forest produce.3.The Scheduled Tribes and Other Traditional Forest Dwellers (Recognition of Forests Rights) Act, 2006 allows ownership of minor forest produce to forest dwellers.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Consider the following statements:The Environment Protection Act, 1986 empowers the Government of India to1.state the requirement of public participation in the process of environmental protection, and the procedure and manner in which it is sought2.lay down the standards for emission or discharge of environmental pollutants from various sourcesWhich of the statements given above is/are correct?
As per the Solid Waste Management Rules, 2016 in India,which one of the following statements is correct?
Consider the following statements:1.As per law, the Compensatory Afforestation Fund Management and Planning Authority exists at both National and State levels.2.People's participation is mandatory in the compensatory afforestation programmes carried out under the Compensatory Afforestation Fund Act, 2016.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
In India, 'extended producer responsibility' was introduced as an important feature in which of the following?
In the context of digital technologies for entertainment, consider the following statements:1.In Augmented Reality (AR), a simulated environment is created and the physical world is completely shut out.2.In Virtual Reality (VR), images generated from a computer are projected onto
2018
Which of the following leaf modifications occur(s) in the desert areas to inhibit water loss?1.Hard and waxy leaves2.Tiny leaves3.Thorns instead of leavesSelect the correct answer using the code given below:
How is the National Green Tribunal (NGT) different from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB)?1.The NGT has been established by an Act whereas the CPCB has been created by an executive order of the Government.2.The NGT provides environmental justice and helps reduce the burden of litigation in the higher courts whereas the CPCB promotes cleanliness of streams and wells, and aims to improve the quality of air in the country.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
With reference to the 'Global Alliance for Climate-Smart Agriculture (GACSA)', which of the following statements is/are correct?1.GACSA is an outcome of the Climate Summit held in Paris in 2015.2.Membership of GACSA does not create any binding obligations.3.India was instrumental in the creation of GACSA.Select the correct answer using the code given below:
With reference to the circumstances in Indian agriculture, the concept of "Conservation Agriculture" assumes significance. Which of the following fall under the Conservation Agriculture?1.Avoiding the monoculture practices2.Adopting minimum tillage3.Avoiding the cultivation of plantation crops4.Using crop residues to cover soil surface5.Adopting spatial and temporal crop sequencing/crop rotationsSelect the correct answer using the code given below:
Which of the following statements best describes "carbon fertilization"?
Which of the following is/are the possible consequence/s of heavy sand mining in river beds?1.Decreased salinity in the river2.Pollution of groundwater3.Lowering of the water-tableSelect the correct answer using the code given below:
With reference to agricultural soils, consider the following statements:1.A high content of organic matter in soil drastically reduces its water holding capacity.2.Soil does not play any role in the sulphur cycle.3.Irrigation over a period of time can contribute to the salinization of some agricultural lands.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Why is a plant called Prosopis juliflora often mentioned in news?
"Momentum for Change: Climate Neutral Now" is an initiative launched by
Inwhich one of the following States is Pakhui Wildlife Sanctuary located?
Consider the following statements:1.The definition of "Critical Wildlife Habitat" is incorporated in the Forest Rights Act, 2006.2.For the first time in India, Baigas have been given Habitat Rights.3.Union Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change officially decides and declares Habitat Rights for Primitive and Vulnerable Tribal Groups in any part of India.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
2017
Consider the following statements in respect of Trade Related Analysis of Fauna and Flora in Commerce (TRAFFIC):1.TRAFFIC is a bureau under United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP).2.The mission of TRAFFIC is to ensure that trade in wild plants and animals is not a threat to the conservation of nature.Which of the above statements is/are correct?
In the context of solving pollution problems, what is/are the advantage/advantages of bioremediation technique?1.It is a technique for cleaning up pollution by enhancing the same biodegradation process that occurs in nature.2.Any contaminant with heavy metals such as cadmium and lead can be readily and completely treated by bioremediation using microorganisms.3.Genetic engineering can be used to create microorganisms specifically designed for bioremediation.Select the correct answer using the code given below:
Due to some reasons, if there is a huge fall in the population of species of butterflies, what could be its likely consequence/consequences?1.Pollination of some plants could be adversely affected.2.There could be a drastic increase in the fungal infections of some cultivated plants.3.It could lead to a fall in the population of some species of wasps, spiders and birds.Select the correct answer using the code given below:
According to the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972, which of the following animals cannot be hunted by any person except under some provisions provided by law?1.Gharial2.Indian wild ass3.Wild buffaloSelect the correct answer using the code given below:
Biological Oxygen Demand (BOD) is a standard criterion for
With reference to the role of UN-Habitat in the United Nations Programme working towards a better urban future, which of the following statements is/are correct?1.UN-Habitat has been mandated by the United Nations General Assembly to promote socially and environmentally sustainable towns and cities to provide adequate shelter for all.2.Its partners are either governments or local urban authorities only.3.UN-Habitat contributed to the overall objective of the United Nations system to reduce poverty and to promote access to safe drinking water and basic sanitation.Select the correct answer using the code given below:
Consider the following statements:1.Climate and Clean Air Coalition (CCAC) to Reduce Short Lived Climate Pollutants is a unique initiative of G20 group of countries.2.The CCAC focuses on methane, black carbon and hydrofluorocarbons.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
If you want to see gharials in their natural habitat,which one of the following is the best place to visit?
Which of the following statements can help in water conservation in agriculture?1.Reduced or zero tillage of the land2.Applying gypsum before irrigating the field3.Allowing crop residue to remain in the fieldSelect the correct answer using the code given below:
The term 'M-STrIPES' is sometimes seen in the news in the context of
In India, if a species of tortoise is declared protected under Schedule I of the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972, what does it imply?
2016
The term 'Intended Nationally Determined Contributions' is sometimes seen in the news in the context of
What is/are the importance/importances of the 'United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification'?1.It aims to promote effective action through innovative national programmes and supportive international partnerships.2.It has a special/particular focus on South Asia and North Africa regions, and its Secretariat facilitates the allocation of major portion of financial resources to these regions.3.It is committed to a bottom-up approach, encouraging the participation of local people in combating the desertification.Select the correct answer using the code given below
In which of the following regions of India are you most likely to come across the 'Great Indian Hornbill' in its natural habitat?
The FAO accords the status of 'Globally Important Agricultural Heritage System (GIAHS)' to traditional agricultural systems. What is the overall goal of this initiative?1.To provide modern technology, training in modern farming methods and financial support to local communities of identified GIAHS so as to greatly enhance their agricultural productivity.2.To identify and safeguard eco-friendly traditional farm practices and their associated landscapes, agricultural biodiversity and knowledge systems of the local communities.3.To provide Geographical Indication status to all the varieties of agricultural produce in such identified GIAHS.Select the correct answer using the code given below
Consider the following pairs:Terms sometimes seen in the news - Their origin1.Annex-I Countries : Cartagena Protocol2.Certified Emissions Reductions : Nagoya Protocol3.Clean Development Mechanisms : Kyoto ProtocolWhich of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?
What is/are unique about 'Kharai camel', a breed found in India?1.It is capable of swimming up to three kilometres in seawater.2.It survives by grazing on mangroves.3.It lives in the wild and cannot be domesticated.Select the correct answer using the code given below
With reference to 'Red Sanders', sometimes seen in the news, consider the following statements:1.It is a tree species found in a part of South India.2.It is one of the most important trees in the tropical rain forest areas of South India.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Which of the following statements is/are correct? Proper design and effective implementation of UN-REDD+ Programme can significantly contribute to1.Protection of biodiversity2.Resilience of forest ecosystems3.Poverty reductionSelect the correct answer using the code given below
What is 'Greenhouse Gas Protocol'?
With reference to 'Agenda 21', sometimes seen in the news, consider the following statements:1.It is a global action plan for sustainable development.2.It originated in the World Summit on Sustainable Development held in Johannesburg in 2002.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
'Gadgil Committee Report' and 'Kasturirangan Committee Report', sometimes seen in the news, are related to
Consider the following statements:1.The International Solar Alliance was launched at the United Nations Climate Change Conference in 2015.2.The Alliance includes all the member countries of the United Nations.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
In the cities of our country, which among the following atmospheric gases are normally considered in calculating the value of Air Quality Index?1.Carbon dioxide2.Carbon monoxide3.Nitrogen dioxide4.Sulfur dioxide5.MethaneSelect the correct answer using the code given below
With reference to the Agreement at the UNFCCC Meeting in Paris in 2015, which of the following statements is/are correct?1.The Agreement was signed by all the member countries of the UN and it will go into effect in 2017.2.The Agreement aims to limit the greenhouse gas emissions so that the rise in average global temperature by the end of this century does not exceed 2°C or even 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels.3.Developed countries acknowledged their historical responsibility in global warming and committed to donate $1000 billion a year from 2020 to help developing countries to cope with climate change.Select the correct answer using the code given below
Consider the following statements:1.The Sustainable Development Goals were first proposed in 1972 by a global think tank called the 'Club of Rome'.2.The Sustainable Development Goals have to be achieved by 2030.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Which of the following National Parks is unique in being a swamp with floating vegetation that supports a rich biodiversity?
What can be the impact of excessive/inappropriate use of nitrogenous fertilizers in agriculture?1.Proliferation of nitrogen-fixing microorganisms in soil can occur.2.Increase in the acidity of soil can take place.3.Leaching of nitrate to the ground water can occur.Select the correct answer using the codes given below
With reference to the International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resource (IUCN) and the Convention of International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES), which of the following statements is/are correct?1.IUCN is an organ of the United Nations and CITES is an international agreement between governments.2.IUCN runs thousands of field projects around the world to better manage natural environments.3.CITES is legally binding on the States that have joined it, but this Convention does not take the place of national laws.Select the correct answer using the codes given below
With reference to 'dugong', a mammal found in India, which of the following statements is/are correct?1.It is a herbivorous marine animal.2.It is found along the entire coast of India.3.It is given legal protection under Schedule I of the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972.Select the correct answer using the codes given below
Which one of the following is the national aquatic animal of India?
Which one of the following regions of India has a combination of mangrove forest, evergreen forest and deciduous forest?
Which one of the following is associated with the issue of control and phasing out of the use of ozone-depleting substances?
What is the Rio+20 Conference, often mentioned in the news?
Which of the following statements regarding 'Green Climate Fund' is/are correct?1.It is intended to assist the developing countries in adaptation and mitigation practices to counter climate change.2.It is founded under the aegis of UNEP, OECD, Asian Development Bank and World Bank.Select the correct answer using the codes given below
Which one of the following National Parks has a climate that varies from tropical to subtropical, temperate and arctic?
The Genetic Engineering Appraisal Committee is constituted under the
With reference to 'Forest Carbon Partnership Facility', which of the following statements is/are correct?1.It is a global partnership of governments, businesses, civil society and indigenous peoples.2.It provides financial aid to universities, individual scientists and institutions involved in scientific forestry research to develop eco-friendly and climate adaptation technologies for sustainable forest management.3.It assists the countries in their 'REDD+ (Reducing Emissions from Deforestation +)' efforts by providing them financial and technical assistance.Select the correct answer using the code given below
With reference to an organization known as 'BirdLife International', which of the following statements is/are correct?1.It is a Global Partnership of Conservation Organizations.2.The concept of 'biodiversity hotspots' originated from this organization.3.It identifies the sites known/referred to as 'Important Bird and Biodiversity Areas'.Select the correct answer using the code given below
Which one of the following is the best description of the term 'ecosystem'?