Based on the reported estimates of biodiversity in India, select the correct option that represents the decreasing order of total number of species reported in these taxa. (1) Angiosperms > Insects > Algae >Birds > Fishes > Mammals (2) Insects > Angiosperms > Algae > Fishes > Birds > Mammals (3) Algae > Insects > […]
33. The prominent mammal species found in four different protected areas are listed below: Area A: Tiger, Wild dog, Leopard, Elephant Area B: Common langur, Barking deer, Wild dog, Elephant Area C: Tiger, Indian rhinoceros, Pygmy hog, Wild pig Area D: Blackbuck, Indian gazelle, Hyena, Indian wolf The area with the greatest phylogenetic diversity is […]
Which one of the options given below is NOT desirable when setting up nature reserves in the tropics? (1) Reserves that are linked to each other by corridors (2) Reserves that are surrounded by a buffer zone of same ecosystem (3) High edge-to-area ratio of the reserve (4) Circular shaped reserve Understanding Edge-to-Area Ratio The […]
Which of the following combinations is good for setting up a nature reserves: (1) i, ii, iii (2) ii, iii, iv (3) i, iii, iv (4) i, ii, iv Introduction Nature reserves are vital for conserving biodiversity, protecting endangered species, and preserving unique habitats. Setting up a nature reserve is a strategic process that requires […]
India has currently 17 biosphere -reserves representing different ecosystems. These conservation areas significantly differ from the conventional protected areas of the country. Identify the correct combination of attributes (A to G) that best .explains the concept of biosphere reserve. (A) Conservation. (B) Education, (C) Human habitation allowed, (D) Human habitation not allowed, (E) Strong legal […]
Which of these programs is used to conserve a species facing extinction? (1) Captive breeding. (2) Natural resources (3) Sustainable use. (4) Edge effect The rapid loss of biodiversity is one of the most pressing environmental challenges of our time. As habitats shrink and threats like poaching, pollution, and climate change intensify, many species teeter […]
Wetlands are conserved internationally through an,effort called as (1) Basel Convention (2) Rio Convention (3) Montreal Convention (4) Ramsar Convention What is the Ramsar Convention? The Ramsar Convention, officially known as the Convention on Wetlands of International Importance Especially as Waterfowl Habitat, is the world’s first modern intergovernmental agreement focused on conserving natural resources. Adopted […]
India has designated regions as sanctuaries or national parks (column Q) dedicated for the conservation of specific species (column P). Select the option that depicts all correct matches between column P and column Q. (1) A-ii; B-i; C-iv; D-iii (2) A- iii; B- iv, C-i; D-ii (3) A-iv; B-iii; C-ii; D-i (4) A-ii; B-iv; C- […]
Table below shows the protected areas, their description and the protected area types. Select the option that is NOT CORRECT based on the information provided in the Table. (1) Beas Conservation Reserve, D3, T1, :- 1073 (2) Kaziranga National Park, D1, T2 , :- 1074 (3) Keoladeo National Park, D2, T2, :- 1075 (4) Manas […]
Recently, the Bhairon ghati area of Uttarkashi has been declared a conservation centre for a species referred to as the ‘Ghost of the Mountains’. Which one of the following animals does this refer to? (1) Marbled cat (2) Himalayan ibex (3) Southern kiang (4) Snow leopard The ‘Ghost of the Mountains’: The Snow Leopard The […]
