Static Quiz 02 May 2025 (Environment)
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Static Quiz 02 May 2025 (Environment) For UPSC Exam
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1. Question
Which is the oldest Ramsar Site in India, designated in 1981?
CorrectAnswer: (b) Chilika Lake
Explanation:
• Chilika Lake (Odisha) and Keoladeo National Park (Rajasthan) were both designated in 1981.
• However, Chilika Lake is often mentioned as the first Ramsar site of India, along with Keoladeo.
• Chronologically, Chilika Lake is recognized as the oldest Ramsar Site in India.IncorrectAnswer: (b) Chilika Lake
Explanation:
• Chilika Lake (Odisha) and Keoladeo National Park (Rajasthan) were both designated in 1981.
• However, Chilika Lake is often mentioned as the first Ramsar site of India, along with Keoladeo.
• Chronologically, Chilika Lake is recognized as the oldest Ramsar Site in India. - Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Which Indian state has the highest number of Ramsar Sites?
CorrectAnswer: (a) Tamil Nadu
Explanation:
• Tamil Nadu has 20 Ramsar sites now (including new 2025 additions like Sakkarakottai, Therthangal, etc.), making it the state with the highest number of Ramsar sites.
• Uttar Pradesh is second with 9 sites.IncorrectAnswer: (a) Tamil Nadu
Explanation:
• Tamil Nadu has 20 Ramsar sites now (including new 2025 additions like Sakkarakottai, Therthangal, etc.), making it the state with the highest number of Ramsar sites.
• Uttar Pradesh is second with 9 sites. - Question 3 of 5
3. Question
The only Ramsar site located in Goa is:
CorrectAnswer: (a) Nanda Lake
Explanation:
• Nanda Lake (designated 2022) is the sole Ramsar site located in Goa.
• Deepor Beel — Assam, Rudrasagar Lake — Tripura, Bhitarkanika — Odisha.IncorrectAnswer: (a) Nanda Lake
Explanation:
• Nanda Lake (designated 2022) is the sole Ramsar site located in Goa.
• Deepor Beel — Assam, Rudrasagar Lake — Tripura, Bhitarkanika — Odisha. - Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Tso Kar and Tsomoriri, high-altitude Ramsar sites, are located in which Union Territory?
CorrectAnswer: (b) Ladakh
Explanation:
• Tso Kar (2020) and Tsomoriri (2002) are both high-altitude Ramsar sites in Ladakh.
• Both are located in the cold desert region of Changthang plateau.IncorrectAnswer: (b) Ladakh
Explanation:
• Tso Kar (2020) and Tsomoriri (2002) are both high-altitude Ramsar sites in Ladakh.
• Both are located in the cold desert region of Changthang plateau. - Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Match the following Ramsar sites with their states correctly:
Site State
1. Lonar Lake A. Maharashtra
2. Asan Barrage B. Uttarakhand
3. Kolleru Lake C. Andhra Pradesh
4. Bhoj Wetland D. Madhya PradeshSelect the correct option:
CorrectAnswer: (b) 1-A, 2-B, 3-C, 4-D
Explanation:
• Lonar Lake — Maharashtra (Impact crater lake)
• Asan Barrage — Uttarakhand
• Kolleru Lake — Andhra Pradesh
• Bhoj Wetland — Madhya PradeshIncorrectAnswer: (b) 1-A, 2-B, 3-C, 4-D
Explanation:
• Lonar Lake — Maharashtra (Impact crater lake)
• Asan Barrage — Uttarakhand
• Kolleru Lake — Andhra Pradesh
• Bhoj Wetland — Madhya Pradesh
