Static Quiz 30 July 2025 (Environment)
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Static Quiz 30 July 2025 (Environment) For UPSC Exam
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1. Question
Which of the following are characteristics of invasive alien species?
1. They reduce native biodiversity.
2. They adapt rapidly to new ecosystems.
3. They always benefit the local economy.
How many are correct?CorrectCorrect Answer: (b)
Explanation:
• 1 & 2: Correct. Invasive species like Lantana, Water Hyacinth disrupt native species and adapt easily.
• 3: Incorrect. They often harm agriculture, fisheries, and biodiversity.IncorrectCorrect Answer: (b)
Explanation:
• 1 & 2: Correct. Invasive species like Lantana, Water Hyacinth disrupt native species and adapt easily.
• 3: Incorrect. They often harm agriculture, fisheries, and biodiversity. - Question 2 of 5
2. Question
The term “Net Ecosystem Productivity (NEP)” refers to:
CorrectCorrect Answer: (c)
Explanation:
• NEP = GPP – (autotrophic + heterotrophic respiration)
• Indicates net carbon storage in an ecosystem.IncorrectCorrect Answer: (c)
Explanation:
• NEP = GPP – (autotrophic + heterotrophic respiration)
• Indicates net carbon storage in an ecosystem. - Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Which of the following are legally protected under the Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972?
1. Sacred groves
2. Biosphere reserves
3. Schedule I species
4. Community reserves
Select the correct option:CorrectCorrect Answer: (c)
Explanation:
• Schedule I species & Community Reserves are directly protected under WPA.
• Sacred groves & Biosphere reserves don’t get WPA protection unless notified as NP/WS.IncorrectCorrect Answer: (c)
Explanation:
• Schedule I species & Community Reserves are directly protected under WPA.
• Sacred groves & Biosphere reserves don’t get WPA protection unless notified as NP/WS. - Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Which of the following best defines the concept of “Ecological Footprint”?
CorrectCorrect Answer: (c)
Explanation:
• Ecological Footprint = How much biologically productive land and water a population uses compared to what Earth can regenerate.IncorrectCorrect Answer: (c)
Explanation:
• Ecological Footprint = How much biologically productive land and water a population uses compared to what Earth can regenerate. - Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Which of the following are components of India’s National Action Plan on Climate Change (NAPCC)?
1. National Mission for Sustainable Agriculture
2. National Mission on Strategic Minerals
3. National Electric Mobility Mission
4. National Water Mission
How many are official missions under NAPCC?CorrectCorrect Answer: (b)
Explanation:
• 1 & 4: Correct. Both are part of original 8 NAPCC missions.
• 2: Incorrect. No such mission under NAPCC.
• 3: Incorrect. It’s under FAME scheme, not NAPCCIncorrectCorrect Answer: (b)
Explanation:
• 1 & 4: Correct. Both are part of original 8 NAPCC missions.
• 2: Incorrect. No such mission under NAPCC.
• 3: Incorrect. It’s under FAME scheme, not NAPCC
