Environment & Biodiversity Current Affairs MCQs
1. “Branded Royal”, that was seen in news recently, belongs to which species?
[A] Snake
[B] Butterfly
[C] Frog
[D] Turtle
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Correct Answer: B [Butterfly]
Notes:
A rare species of butterfly named the ‘Branded Royal’, was recently spotted in the Nilgiris, along the slopes of Kotagiri.
The butterfly was previously documented in the Nilgiris in the year 1888 by G.F. Hampson. There is only one such record about the butterfly in Tamil Nadu. The Branded Royal (Tajuria melastigma) is a species of lycaenid.
2. Panna Biosphere Reserve, which is seen in news recently, is located in which state?
[A] Uttar Pradesh
[B] Rajasthan
[C] Karnataka
[D] Madhya Pradesh
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Correct Answer: D [Madhya Pradesh]
Notes:
The Panna Biosphere Reserve that is located in Madhya Pradesh, has been included in the UNESCO’s “World Network of Biosphere Reserves”. Additionally, Fuvahmulah and Addu Atoll of Maldives have also been included in the list.
Panna is a critical tiger habitat in India and it was accorded Biosphere Reserve status by Government of India in 2011.
3. As per a recent study by the IIT-Kharagpur, which region of India is named as the global hot-spot of atmospheric ammonia (NH3)?
[A] Southern Coastal region
[B] Indo-Gangetic Plain
[C] Deccan Plateau
[D] Western Ghats
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Correct Answer: B [Indo-Gangetic Plain]
Notes:
According to researchers at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpur, the Indo-Gangetic Plain (IGP) is the global hot-spot of atmospheric ammonia (NH3).
This is due to concentrated agricultural activities and fertilizer production in the region. The satellite data of agricultural emissions show that atmospheric ammonia is related with total fertilizer consumption and temperature.
4. As per the recent study by the Zoological Survey of India, which type of squirrel is on the verge of extinction?
[A] Malayan Giant Squirrel
[B] Flying Squirrel
[C] Indian Giant Squirrel
[D] Green bush Squirrel
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Correct Answer: A [Malayan Giant Squirrel]
Notes:
In the first-of-its-kind study by the Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) under the Union Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, the Malayan Giant Squirrel is at the verge of extinction.
It has projected that the numbers of the Malayan Giant Squirrel could decline by 90 per cent in India by 2050. If steps are not taken by the Government, the species could become extinct in the country.
5. The National Green Tribunal has raised concern on pollution and frothing of which river?
[A] Ganga
[B] Yamuna
[C] Godavari
[D] Krishna
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Correct Answer: B [Yamuna]
Notes:
The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) has recently raised concern on pollution and frothing in Yamuna River.
The body has asked Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Haryana and other states to implement effective sewage treatment. Increase in ammonia level from untreated water and industrial effluents containing phosphorous are the two main reasons for frothing.
6. As per the recent study of CEEW, what is the per centage of Indian districts that are hotspots of extreme climate events?
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Correct Answer: C [75]
Notes:
According to a study released by the Council on Energy, Environment and Water (CEEW), over 75 per cent districts in India are hotspots of extreme climate events.
The districts, which are home to more than 63.8 crore people, are hotspots of extreme climate events such as cyclones, floods, droughts, heat and cold waves. This is the first time the extreme weather event hotspots in the country are being mapped.
7. Which country has spotted the Royal Bengal Tiger at an altitude of over 3000 m above sea level?
[A] India
[B] Nepal
[C] Brazil
[D] South Africa
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Correct Answer: B [Nepal]
Notes:
Nepal has recently spotted the majestic Royal Bengal Tiger (Panthera Tigris), at an altitude of 3,165 m above sea level for the first time.
The largest of all Asian big cats has been spotted by a camera trap set up by the Forest Department. The country is to provide special attention to the Kanchenjunga Landscape in eastern Nepal. It provides connectivity to India’s Singalia National Park and Dooars floodplains.
8. Which organisation has launched the “Operation Oliva”?
[A] Indian Air Force
[B] Indian Coast Guard
[C] WWF India
[D] National Biodiversity Authority
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Correct Answer: B [Indian Coast Guard]
Notes:
The Indian Coast Guard has recently launched an operation named “Operation Oliva”. This operation aims to protect the Olive Ridley turtles of the Odisha coast, which are endangered.
The Coast Guard has launched two ships near the major nesting sites, to prevent entry of fishing vessels. Aircrafts of the coast guard have also been deployed as a part of this operation.
9. As per the ‘Status of Leopard in India 2018’ released recently, which state has the highest number of leopards?
[A] Andhra Pradesh
[B] Madhya Pradesh
[C] Maharashtra
[D] Kerala
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Correct Answer: B [Madhya Pradesh]
Notes:
The Union Environment Minister Prakash Javadekar released the Status of Leopard in India 2018’ report.
As per the report, the population of leopard in India has increased by 60 per cent with 12,852 leopards. Madhya Pradesh has the highest number of leopards (3421). It is followed by Karnataka and Maharashtra.
10. India’s first pollinator park has been established in which state?
[A] Haryana
[B] Uttarakhand
[C] Himachal Pradesh
[D] Sikkim
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Correct Answer: B [Uttarakhand]
Notes:
India’s first pollinator park has been established in the city of Nainital, Uttarakhand. It has been developed by research wing of the Uttarakhand Forest Department.
The four-acre-park has over 40 species of butterflies, honeybees, birds and insects. The park aims to create awareness among people about the conservation of these species. It also aims to promote research on threats to habitat and impact of pollution on these species.
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