14000+ MCQs Environment & Ecology(Biodiversity)

I. It is a Global Partnership of Conservation Organisations.
II. The concept of ‘biodiversity hotspots’ originated from this organisation.
III. It identifies the sites referred to as ‘Important Bird and Biodiversity Areas’.
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I. Soil formation
II. Prevention of soil erosion.
III. Recycling of waste
IV. Pollination of crops
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I. Project Tiger
II. Project Elephant
III. Wildlife Protection Act
IV. Biological Diversity Act
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I. NBA checks the biopiracy and protects the indigenous and traditional genetic resources.
II. NBA directly monitors and supervises the scientific research on genetic modification of crop plants.
III. Application for intellectual property right related to genetic/biological resources cannot be made without the approval of NBA.
Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

I. CITES is an International Agreement drafted as a result of resolution adopted in 1963 at the IUCN meeting.
II. CITES came into force on 1st July, 1975.
III. Member of a CITES is known as a Party.
IV. The agreement is a watchdog on the trade of endangered floral and faunal species.
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I. Biodiversity is normally greater in the lower latitudes as compared to the higher latitudes.
II. Along the mountain gradients, biodiversity is normally greater in the lower altitudes as compared to the higher altitudes.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

I. Some species of turtles are herbivores.
II. Some species of fish are herbivores.
III. Some species of marine mammals are herbivores.
IV. Some species of snakes are viviparous.
Which of the statements given above are correct?

I. there has been an abnormal increase in the number of hunters.
II. bio-pesticides and organic manure are being used on an large scale.
III. there has been a large scale reduction in the habitats of birds.
IV. there has been a large scale use of pesticides, chemical fertilisers and mosquito repellents.
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I. The idea of Biosphere Reserve was initiated by UNESCO in 1973-74.
II. There are 18 designated Biosphere Reserves in India.
III. All Biosphere Reserves in India have been included in world network of Biosphere Reserves of UNESCO.
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I. Species richness
II. Vegetation density
III. Endemism
IV. Ethno-botanical importance
V. Threat perception
VI. Adaptation of flora and fauna to warm arid humid conditions.
Which three of the above are correct criteria in this context?

I. Global warming
II. Fragmentation of habitat.
III. Invasion of alien species.
IV. Promotion of vegetarianism.
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I. Oak
II. Rhododendron
III. Sandal wood
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I. It is an initiative hosted by UNEP, IMF and World Economic Forum.
II. It is a global initiative that focuses on drawing attention to the economic benefits of biodiversity.
III. It presents an approach that can help decision-makers recognise, demonstrate and capture the value of ecosystems and biodiversity.
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I. It is an intergovernmental organisation formed by the countries which are signatories to Ramsar Convention.
II. It works at the ground level to develop and mobilise knowledge, and use the practical experience to advocate for better policies.
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I. TRAFFIC is a bureau under United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP).
II. 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?

I. Andaman and Nicobar Islands
II. Gulf of Kachchh
III. Gulf of Mannar
IV. Sunderbans
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