Environment & Ecology PYQs

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1. Prelims 2018Q83International Conventions & Organisations

   The Partnership for Action on Green Economy (PAGE), a UN mechanism to assist countries transition towards greener and more inclusive economies, emerged at

   aThe Earth Summit on Sustainable Development 2002, JohannesburgbThe United Nations Conference on Sustainable Development 2012, Rio de JaneirocThe United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change 2015, ParisdThe World Sustainable Development Summit 2016, New Delhi
2. Prelims 2018Q86Biodiversity & Species

   Why is a plant called Prosopis juliflora often mentioned in news ?

   aIts extract is widely used in cosmetics.bIt tends to reduce the biodiversity in the area in which it grows.cIts extract is used in the synthesis of pesticides.dNone of the above
3. Prelims 2018Q87Ecology & Ecosystems

   Consider the following statements :

   1.Most of the world's coral reefs are in tropical waters.

   2.More than one-third of the world's coral reefs are located in the territories of Australia, Indonesia and Philippines.

   3.Coral reefs host far more number of animal phyla than those hosted by tropical rainforests.

   Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?

   a1 and 2 onlyb3 onlyc1 and 3 onlyd1, 2 and 3
4. Prelims 2018Q88Climate Change

   "Momentum for Change : Climate Neutral Now" is an initiative launched by

   aThe Intergovernmental Panel on Climate ChangebThe UNEP SecretariatcThe UNFCCC SecretariatdThe World Meteorological Organization
5. Prelims 2018Q94Protected Areas & Conservation

   In which one of the following States is Pakhui Wildlife Sanctuary located ?

   aArunachal PradeshbManipurcMeghalayadNagaland
6. Prelims 2018Q100Sustainable Agriculture & Development

   With reference to organic farming in India, consider the following statements :

   1.‘The National Programme for Organic Production’ (NPOP) is operated under the guidelines and directions of the Union Ministry of Rural Development.

   2.‘The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority’ (APEDA) functions as the Secretariat for the implementation of NPOP.

   3.Sikkim has become India’s first fully organic State.

   Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?

   a1 and 2 onlyb2 and 3 onlyc3 onlyd1, 2 and 3
7. Prelims 2017Q4Protected Areas & Conservation

   From the ecological point of view, which one of the following assumes importance in being a good link between the Eastern Ghats and the Western Ghats ?

   aSathyamangalam Tiger ReservebNallamala ForestcNagarhole National ParkdSeshachalam Biosphere Reserve
8. Prelims 2017Q6International Conventions & Organisations

   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 ?

   a1 onlyb2 onlycBoth 1 and 2dNeither 1 nor 2
9. Prelims 2017Q14Environmental Pollution

   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 :

   a1 onlyb2 and 3 onlyc1 and 3 onlyd1, 2 and 3
10. Prelims 2017Q21Ecology & Ecosystems

    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 :

    a1 onlyb2 and 3 onlyc1 and 3 onlyd1, 2 and 3
11. Prelims 2017Q22Renewable Energy

    It is possible to produce algae based biofuels, but what is/are the likely limitation(s) of developing countries in promoting this industry ?

    1.Production of algae based biofuels is possible in seas only and not on continents.

    2.Setting up and engineering the algae based biofuel production requires high level of expertise/technology until the construction is completed.

    3.Economically viable production necessitates the setting up of large scale facilities which may raise ecological and social concerns.

    Select the correct answer using the code given below :

    a1 and 2 onlyb2 and 3 onlyc3 onlyd1, 2 and 3
12. Prelims 2017Q25Climate Change

    In the context of mitigating the impending global warming due to anthropogenic emissions of carbon dioxide, which of the following can be the potential sites for carbon sequestration ?

    1.Abandoned and uneconomic coal seams

    2.Depleted oil and gas reservoirs

    3.Subterranean deep saline formations

    Select the correct answer using the code given below :

    a1 and 2 onlyb3 onlyc1 and 3 onlyd1, 2 and 3
13. Prelims 2017Q27Renewable Energy

    The term 'Domestic Content Requirement' is sometimes seen in the news with reference to

    aDeveloping solar power production in our countrybGranting licences to foreign T.V. channels in our countrycExporting our food products to other countriesdPermitting foreign educational institutions to set up their campuses in our country
14. Prelims 2017Q35Indian Environmental Laws & Bodies

    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.Gharial

    2.Indian wild ass

    3.Wild buffalo

    Select the correct answer using the code given below :

    a1 onlyb2 and 3 onlyc1 and 3 onlyd1, 2 and 3
15. Prelims 2017Q52Climate Change

    With reference to 'Global Climate Change Alliance', which of the following statements is/are correct?

    1.It is an initiative of the European Union.

    2.It provides technical and financial support to targeted developing countries to integrate climate change into their development policies and budgets.

    3.It is coordinated by World Resources Institute (WRI) and World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD).

    Select the correct answer using the code given below :

    a1 and 2 onlyb3 onlyc2 and 3 onlyd1, 2 and 3
16. Prelims 2017Q59Environmental Pollution

    Biological Oxygen Demand (BOD) is a standard criterion for

    aMeasuring oxygen levels in bloodbComputing oxygen levels in forest ecosystemscPollution assay in aquatic ecosystemsdAssessing oxygen levels in high altitude regions
17. Prelims 2017Q65Climate Change

    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 ?

    a1 onlyb2 onlycBoth 1 and 2dNeither 1 nor 2
18. Prelims 2017Q67Biodiversity & Species

    If you want to see gharials in their natural habitat, which one of the following is the best place to visit ?

    aBhitarkanika MangrovesbChambal RivercPulicat LakedDeepor Beel
19. Prelims 2017Q71Sustainable Agriculture & Development

    Which of the following practices can help in water conservation in agriculture ?

    1.Reduced or zero tillage of the land

    2.Applying gypsum before irrigating the field

    3.Allowing crop residue to remain in the field

    Select the correct answer using the code given below :

    a1 and 2 onlyb3 onlyc1 and 3 onlyd1, 2 and 3
20. Prelims 2017Q80Protected Areas & Conservation

    The term 'M-STrIPES' is sometimes seen in the news in the context of

    aCaptive breeding of Wild FaunabMaintenance of Tiger ReservescIndigenous Satellite Navigation SystemdSecurity of National Highways