Environment, Ecology & Biodiversity MCQs
Environment, Ecology & Biodiversity Multiple choice questions for GK paper in SSC, NDA, CDS, UPSC, UPPSC and State PSC Examinations.
41. A Kyoto Protocol unit is equal to how much amount of CO2 equivalent?
[A] 1 metric tonne
[B] 1 cubic tonne
[C] 1 Hepta tonne
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: A [1 metric tonne ]
Notes:
An Assigned Amount Unit (AAU) is a tradable ‘Kyoto protocol unit’ or ‘carbon credit’ which can be used as the allowance to emit greenhouse gases comprising one metric tonne of carbon dioxide equivalents. It can be earned by achieving a greater reduction than called for in the Kyoto Protocol.
42. What species of small frog is found in the dense forested hill streams and forest streams in the Western Ghats of India?
[A] Nyctibatrachus manalari
[B] Micrixalus Saxicola
[C] Micrixalus Fuscus
[D] Both B and C
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Correct Answer: D [Both B and C]
Notes:Micrixalus fuscus (dusky torrent frog or brown tropical frog) is a species of small frog that is found in the dense forested hill streams in the Western Ghats.
Micrixalus saxicola (Malabar tropical frog, black torrent frog, small torrent frog, Jerdon’s olive-brown frog) is a species of frog of the Micrixalidae family and is found in the forest streams in the Western Ghats.
43. In which park of Bihar, Asia’s largest and world’s second largest rhinoceros reproduction center is located?
[A] Sanjay Gandhi Biological Park
[B] Buddha Smriti Park
[C] Anugarah Narayn Park
[D] Subhash Chandra Bose Park
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Correct Answer: A [Sanjay Gandhi Biological Park]
Notes:
Asia’s largest and world’s second largest rhinoceros reproduction center is located in Sanjay Gandhi Biological Park. This park is located in Patna. The park is Patna’s most frequented picnic spot. It was opened to the public as a zoo in 1973. The park is famous for successful conservation breeding of one horned rhinoceros.
44. What percentage of Bihar is under forest cover?
[A] 11%
[B] 6%
[C] 9%
[D] 7%
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Correct Answer: D [7%]
Notes:
In the state of Bihar only 7% of the state’s area is under forest cover. Due to lack of density of forest the bio-diversity has tremendously reduced.
45. Parman Dolphin Sanctuary is located in which district of Bihar?
[A] Munger
[B] Katihar
[C] Arwal
[D] Araria
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Correct Answer: D [Araria]
Notes:
Parman Dolphin Sanctuary is located in the Araria district in the state of Bihar.
46. The Western Ghats traverse the States of ?
[A] Karnataka
[B] Kerala
[C] Gujarat
[D] All of the above
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Correct Answer: D [All of the above]
Notes:
The Ghats traverse the States of Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Goa, Maharashtra and Gujarat.
According to the new report by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) namely “IUCN World Heritage Outlook 3”, India’s Western Ghats are threatened by population pressure, urbanization and climate change. The site is regarded as of significant concern.
47. In which year the first major environmental legislation of the country was made?
[A] 1971
[B] 1972
[C] 1973
[D] 1974
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Correct Answer: D [1974]
Notes:
The WBPCB is the frontal organization of the Environment Department for regulating with environmental pollution problems and their control in the State. WBPCB is a statutory authority entrusted to implement various environmental laws and rules within the jurisdiction of the state of West Bengal, India. WBPCB was constituted immediately after the enactment of the first major environmental legislation of the country, the Water (Prevention and Control of Water Pollution) Act, 1974. At present, the Board implements the provisions of various environmental Acts and Rules, statutes and judicial pronouncements.
48. Green blocks are referred to ____:
[A] Green cover
[B] Pro-biotic curd
[C] Green Ministry
[D] Bio-bricks
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Correct Answer: D [Bio-bricks]
Notes:
Green Blocks are comprised of blocks throughout the neighborhood that pledge to be greener by working together to improve quality of life, clean, and beautify their neighborhood. They are also known as bio-bricks.
49. Which of the following is a biodegradable waste?
[A] Plastics
[B] Wool
[C] Nylon
[D] Polythene bags
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Correct Answer: B [Wool]
Notes:
Biodegradable waste is a type of waste which can be broken down, in a reasonable amount of time, into its base compounds by micro-organisms and other living things, regardless of what those compounds may be. Wool is the textile fibre obtained from sheep and certain other animal products are organic in nature and thus can be degraded and be used as substrates for keratinase production.
50. Which of the following is an air pollutant?
I. Water vapour
II. Carbon dioxide
III. Hydrogen Gas
[A] Only I
[B] Only II
[C] Only III
[D] Both II and III
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Correct Answer: B [Only II]
Notes:
An air pollutant is a substance in the air that can have adverse effects on humans and the ecosystem. Because of its role as a greenhouse gas Carbon dioxide (CO2) has been described as “the leading pollutant” and “the worst climate pollution”. Other examples include carbon monoxide gas from motor vehicle exhaust, or the Sulphur dioxide released from factories.
