Environment & Biodiversity MCQs
Environment, Ecology & Biodiversity Multiple choice questions for GK paper in SSC, NDA, CDS, UPSC, UPPSC and State PSC Examinations.
31. Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding the “Ramsar List”?
1) At the time of joining the Convention, each Contracting Party designates at least one site for inclusion in the Ramsar List.
2) The addition of a site to the Ramsar List confers upon it the prestige of international recognition.
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1
[B] Only 2
[C] Both 1 & 2
[D] Neither 1 & 2
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Correct Answer: C [Both 1 & 2]
Notes:
The following statements are correct regarding the Ramsar List:
1) At the time of joining the Convention, each Contracting Party designates at least one site for inclusion in the Ramsar List.
2) The addition of a site to the Ramsar List confers upon it the prestige of international recognition.
32. Chandoli National Park is located in which of the following states?
[A] Uttarakhand
[B] Himanchal Pradesh
[C] Maharashtra
[D] Telangana
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Correct Answer: C [Maharashtra]
Notes:
Chandoli National Park is a National Park which is spread over Satara, Kolhapur, and Sangli Districts, Maharashtra State, India. It was established in May 2004. It is situated near the Chandoli Dam.
33. Consider the following:
- Uncontrolled growth in human population
- Rapid industrialization
- Urbanization
- Uncontrolled exploitation of nature
Which of the above statements is / are causes of pollution?
[A] Only 1 & 2
[B] Only 1, 2 & 4
[C] Only 3 & 4
[D] 1, 2, 3 & 4
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Correct Answer: D [1, 2, 3 & 4]
Notes:Some of the causes of pollution include:
- Uncontrolled growth of human population
- Urbanization
- Rapid industrialization
- Uncontrolled exploitation of nature
- Radioactivity
- Volcanic eruptions
- Forest fires
- Strong winds
All the given options contribute to pollution.
34. Which of the following is the principle greenhouse gas which is emitted as a result of human activities such as the burning of coal, oil, and natural gases?
[A] Chloroflorocarbons
[B] Ozone
[C] Carbon dioxide
[D] Sulphur dioxide
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Correct Answer: C [Carbon dioxide]
Notes:
Carbon Dioxide is the principle greenhouse gas which is emitted as a result of human activities such as the burning of coal, oil, and natural gases. It is a colourless gas with chemical formula CO2.
35. Which of the following units is used for measuring the turbidity of water?
1) NTU – Nephelometric Turbidity Units
2) FNU- Formazin Nephelometric Unit
3) EAU Formazin Attenuation Units
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1
[B] Only 2 & 3
[C] Only 3
[D] 1, 2 & 3
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Correct Answer: D [1, 2 & 3]
Notes:
Turbidity is the measure of relative clarity of a liquid. The units which are used for measuring the turbidity of water are:
(a) NTU – Nephelometric Turbidity Units
(b) FNU- Formazin Nephelometric Unit
(c) EAU Formazin Attenuation Units
36. International Tropical Timber Agreement was signed in which of the following year?
[A] 1981
[B] 1982
[C] 1983
[D] 1984
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Correct Answer: C [1983]
Notes:
The International Tropical Timber Agreement was signed in the year 1983. It encourages the development of national policies that are aimed at the sustainable utilization and conservation of tropical forests and their genetic resources.
37. The Environment Protection Act of 1986 (EPA) came into force soon after which of the following events?
[A] Bombay Docks Explosion
[B] Chasnala Mining Disaster
[C] The Union Carbide Gas Tragedy
[D] Bhopal Gas Tragedy
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Correct Answer: D [Bhopal Gas Tragedy]
Notes:
The Environment Protection Act of 1986 (EPA) came into force soon after the Bhopal Gas Tragedy which took place in 1984. The Act is considered umbrella legislation as it fills many lacunae in the existing legislations in India.
38. The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) was constituted under which of the following Acts?
[A] Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Cess Act, 1977
[B] Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981
[C] Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: C [ Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974]
Notes:
The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) was constituted under Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974 in September, 1974. It is a statutory organisation. CPCB was given the powers and functions under the Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act of 1981.
39. Which of the following types of sources of energy does not emit carbon dioxide?
1) Thermal Energy
2) Solar Energy
3) Hydroelectric Energy
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1 & 2
[B] Only 2
[C] Only 2 & 3
[D] 1, 2 & 3
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Correct Answer: C [Only 2 & 3]
Notes:
Solar energy is produced when solar power is converted to electric energy. Hydroelectricity is produced when tidal energy is converted into electrical energy. Both of these types of sources of energy does not emit carbon dioxide.
40. Which of the following is/are the objectives of Disaster Management?
1) Mitigation
2) Reconstruction
3) Rehabilitation
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1 & 2
[B] Only 2 & 3
[C] Only 1 & 3
[D] 1, 2, & 3
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Correct Answer: D [1, 2, & 3]
Notes:
Disaster Management is a combination of strategic planning and procedure which helps us from severe damages when natural or human-made calamities and catastrophic even occur. It includes Mitigation, Reconstruction, and Rehabilitation.
