Static Quiz 29 July 2025 (Environment)
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Static Quiz 29 July 2025 (Environment) For UPSC Exam
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1. Question
With reference to the Biodiversity Hotspots in India, consider the following statements:
1. All four Indian biodiversity hotspots lie entirely within India’s political boundaries.
2. The Western Ghats and the Himalayas are recognized as hotspots due to their high endemic species richness.
3. The Indo-Burma hotspot includes parts of Northeast India.
How many of the above statements are correct?CorrectCorrect Answer: (b)
Explanation:
• 1: Incorrect. All four (Himalayas, Western Ghats, Indo-Burma, Sundaland) extend beyond India.
• 2: Correct. High levels of endemism in both.
• 3: Correct. Indo-Burma includes NE India and extends into Myanmar, Laos, etc.IncorrectCorrect Answer: (b)
Explanation:
• 1: Incorrect. All four (Himalayas, Western Ghats, Indo-Burma, Sundaland) extend beyond India.
• 2: Correct. High levels of endemism in both.
• 3: Correct. Indo-Burma includes NE India and extends into Myanmar, Laos, etc. - Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Which of the following pairs is/are correctly matched?
Protected Area State
1. Namdapha National Park Arunachal Pradesh
2. Simlipal Biosphere Reserve Odisha
3. Desert National Park RajasthanSelect the correct option:
CorrectCorrect Answer: (c)
Explanation:
• All three are correctly matched.IncorrectCorrect Answer: (c)
Explanation:
• All three are correctly matched. - Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Consider the following about Ramsar Wetlands in India:
1. Ramsar sites are recognized under a treaty signed in 1971.
2. India has more than 75 designated Ramsar sites as of 2025.
3. Once designated, a Ramsar site receives legally enforceable protection under Indian law.
How many are correct?CorrectCorrect Answer: (b)
Explanation:
• 1: Correct. Ramsar Convention = 1971 (Iran).
• 2: Correct. India has 75+ Ramsar sites (as of 2024).
• 3: Incorrect. Designation doesn’t automatically give legal protection—sites depend on existing Indian laws (like WPA, EPA).IncorrectCorrect Answer: (b)
Explanation:
• 1: Correct. Ramsar Convention = 1971 (Iran).
• 2: Correct. India has 75+ Ramsar sites (as of 2024).
• 3: Incorrect. Designation doesn’t automatically give legal protection—sites depend on existing Indian laws (like WPA, EPA). - Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Assertion (A): Ecological succession always results in a climax community.
Reason (R): All ecosystems evolve to reach a stable state.CorrectCorrect Answer: (d)
Explanation:
• Succession may be interrupted (e.g., by fire, flood, anthropogenic disturbance), so A is false.
• R is true as a general ecological principle, though not guaranteed.IncorrectCorrect Answer: (d)
Explanation:
• Succession may be interrupted (e.g., by fire, flood, anthropogenic disturbance), so A is false.
• R is true as a general ecological principle, though not guaranteed. - Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Consider the following pairs about conservation efforts:
Initiative Associated With
1. MEE Framework Protected Area evaluation
2. Species Recovery Programme National Biodiversity Authority
3. Green India Mission Afforestation and ecosystem restorationHow many are correctly matched?
CorrectCorrect Answer: (b)
Explanation:
• 1: Correct. MEE = Management Effectiveness Evaluation of Protected Areas (by MoEFCC).
• 2: Incorrect. It’s under MoEFCC and CAMPA, not NBA.
• 3: Correct. Green India Mission focuses on increasing forest cover and ecosystem services.IncorrectCorrect Answer: (b)
Explanation:
• 1: Correct. MEE = Management Effectiveness Evaluation of Protected Areas (by MoEFCC).
• 2: Incorrect. It’s under MoEFCC and CAMPA, not NBA.
• 3: Correct. Green India Mission focuses on increasing forest cover and ecosystem services.
