Environment & Biodiversity MCQs

Environment, Ecology & Biodiversity Multiple choice questions for GK paper in SSC, NDA, CDS, UPSC, UPPSC and State PSC Examinations.

41. Which of the following statements are correct regarding Formaldehyde?
1. It is a colorless and strong-smelling gas.
2. It leads to irritation in the eyes, nose and allergies.
3. It is used in carpets, particle boards, and insulation foam.
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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42. Central Zoo Authority was established in which of the following years?
[A] 1991
[B] 1992
[C] 1993
[D] 1994

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43. Which of the following human activity has influenced global warming?
[A] By causing changing in gravitational force
[B] By planting more trees
[C] By changing the radiative balance governing the Earth
[D] By protecting environment

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44. Emissions Gap Report is published by which of the following organisation?
[A] WMO
[B] UNEP
[C] IPCC
[D] UNFCCC

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45. Which of the following are the dimensions for adaptation and mitigation under National Mission for Sustainable Agriculture?
1. Water Efficiency
2. Pest Management
3. Agricultural Insurance
4. Access to Information
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1, 2 & 3
[B] Only 2, 3 & 4
[C] Only 1, 3 & 4
[D] 1, 2, 3 & 4

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46. The Adaptation Fund is supervised and managed by which of the following?
[A] U.N. security council
[B] United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change
[C] Adaptation Fund Board
[D] World Bank

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47. The Ozone-Depleting Substances (ODS) are found in which of the following layer of atmosphere ?
[A] Troposphere
[B] Stratosphere
[C] Mesosphere
[D] Ionosphere

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48. Which of the followings is an example of Montane Wet Temperate Forests?
[A] Maple
[B] Hogla
[C] Cocnut
[D] All of the above

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49. Which among the following is an Abiotic component of environment?
[A] Water
[B] Parasites
[C] Green plants
[D] Non-Green plants

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50. Green House Effect means _____:
[A] Cultivation of crops in green house to conserve heat
[B] Trapping of solar energy due to carbon dioxide gases
[C] Trapping of solar energy by earth upper surface
[D] Increase of heat due to atmospheric pollution

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