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Which of the following best describes the aim of ‘Green India Mission’ of the Government of India? 1. Incorporating environment benefits and costs into the Uni…
Attempt →Which one of the following protected areas is well-known for the conservation of a sub-species of the Indian swamp deer (Barasingha) that thrives well on hard…
Attempt →Consider the following: 1. Battery storage 2. Biomass generators 3. Fuel cells 4. Rooftop solar photovoltaic units How many of the above are considered "Distri…
Attempt →Regarding “carbon credits”, which one of the following statements is not correct?
Attempt →The “Red Data Book” published by the International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources (IUCN) contain lists of - 1. Endemic plant and animal…
Attempt →The Himalayan Range is very rich in species diversity. Which one among the following is the most appropriate reason for this phenomenon?
Attempt →The formation of the ozone hole in the Antarctic region has been a cause of concern. What could be the reason for the formation of this hole?
Attempt →Human activities in the recent past have caused the increased concentration of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere, but a lot of it does not remain in the lower a…
Attempt →There is a concern over the increase in harmful algal blooms in the seawaters of India. What could be the causative factors for this phenomenon? 1. Discharge o…
Attempt →Recently, "oil zapper" was in the news. What is it?
Attempt →Consider the following statements: 1. Biodiversity is normally greater in the lower latitudes as compared to the higher latitudes. 2. Along the mountain gradie…
Attempt →Three of the following criteria have contributed to the recognition of Western Ghats-Sri Lanka and Indo-Burma regions as hotspots of biodiversity: 1. Species r…
Attempt →In the Union Budget 2011-12, a full exemption from basic customs duty was extended to the bio-based asphalt (bioasphalt). What is the importance of this materi…
Attempt →Biodiversity forms the basis for human existence in the following ways : 1. Soil formation 2. Prevention of soil erosion 3. Recycling of waste 4. Pollination o…
Attempt →Consider the following: 1. Carbon dioxide 2. Oxides of Nitrogen 3. Oxides of Sulphur Which of the above is/are the emission/ emissions from coal combustion at…
Attempt →In the context of ecosystem productivity, marine upwelling zones are important as they increase the marine productivity by bringing the: 1. decomposer microorg…
Attempt →The 2004 Tsunami made people realize that mangroves can serve as a reliable safety hedge against coastal calamities. How do mangroves function as a safety hedg…
Attempt →Consider the following : 1. Photosynthesis. 2. Respiration. 3. The decay of organic matter. 4. Volcanic action. Which of the above add carbon dioxide to the ca…
Attempt →A sandy and saline area is the natural habitat of an Indian animal species. The animal has no predators in that area but its existence is threatened due to the…
Attempt →If a tropical rainforest is removed, it does not regenerate quickly as compared to a tropical deciduous forest. This is because -
Attempt →Which one of the following is not a site for the in-situ method of conservation of flora?
Attempt →With reference to India, consider the following Central Acts: 1. Import and Export (Control) Act, 1947 2. Mining and Mineral Development (Regulation) Act, 1957…
Attempt →How does the National Biodiversity Authority (NBA) help in protecting Indian agriculture? 1. NBA checks the biopiracy and protects indigenous and traditional g…
Attempt →Which of the following can be threats to the biodiversity of a geographical area? 1. Global warming 2. Fragmentation of habitat 3. Invasion of alien species 4.…
Attempt →Consider the following agricultural practices: 1. Contour bunding 2. Relay cropping 3. Zero Tillage In the context of global climate change, which of the above…
Attempt →The increasing amount of carbon dioxide in the air is slowly raising the temperature of the atmosphere because it absorbs -
Attempt →What would happen if phytoplankton of an ocean is completely destroyed for some reason? 1. The ocean as a carbon sink would be adversely affected. 2. The food…
Attempt →Consider the following kinds of organisms : 1. Bacteria 2. Fungi 3. Flowering plants Some species of which of the above kinds of organisms are employed as biop…
Attempt →Which one of the following groups of animals belongs to the category of endangered species?
Attempt →Vultures which used to be very common in the Indian countryside some years ago are rarely seen nowadays. This is attributed to
Attempt →Consider the following areas: 1. Bandipur 2. Bhitarkanika 3. Manas 4. Sunderbans Which of the above are Tiger Reserves?
Attempt →Lead, ingested or inhaled is a health hazard. After the addition of lead to petrol has been banned, what still are the sources of lead poisoning? 1. Smelting u…
Attempt →With reference to the wetlands of India, consider the following statements : 1. The country’s total geographical area under the category of wetlands is recorde…
Attempt →The Millennium Ecosystem Assessment describes the following major categories of ecosystem services-provisioning, supporting, regulating, preserving and cultura…
Attempt →Consider the following: 1. Black-necked crane 2. Cheetah 3. Flying squirrel 4. Snow leopard Which of the above are naturally found in India?
Attempt →In which one among the following categories of protected areas in India are local people not allowed to collect and use the biomass?
Attempt →What is the difference between the antelopes Oryx and Chiru?
Attempt →Biomass gasification is considered to be one of the sustainable solutions to the power crisis in India. In this context, which of the following statements is/a…
Attempt →Consider the following statements: Chlorofluorocarbons, known as ozone-depleting substances, are used 1. in the production of plastic foams 2. in the productio…
Attempt →Consider the following kinds of organisms : 1. Bat 2. Bee 3. Bird Which of the above is/are pollinating agent/agents?
Attempt →The National Green Tribunal Act, 2010 was enacted in consonance with which of the following provisions of the Constitution of India? 1. Right to a healthy envi…
Attempt →Which of the following adds/add nitrogen to the soil? 1. Excretion of urea by animals 2. Burning of coal by man 3. Death of vegetation Select the correct answe…
Attempt →Photochemical smog is a resultant of the reaction among -
Attempt →Acid rain is caused by the pollution of the environment by -
Attempt →Consider the following pairs about parks and rivers passing through them: | List I | List II | | --- | --- | | 1. Corbett National Park | Ganga | | 2. Kazirang…
Attempt →With reference to food chains in ecosystems, consider the following statements : 1. A food chain illustrates the order in which a chain of organisms feeds upon…
Attempt →With reference to the food chains in ecosystems, which of the following kinds of an organism is/are known as decomposer organism/organisms? 1. Virus 2. Fungi 3…
Attempt →Consider the following pairs: | Protected areas | Region | | -- | -- | | 1. Nokrek Biosphere Reserve | Garo Hills | | 2. Logtak (Loktak) Lake | Barail Range |…
Attempt →Consider the following animals: 1. Sea cow 2. Sea horse 3. Sea lion Which of the above is/are mammal/mammals?
Attempt →Consider the following fauna of India: 1. Gharial 2. Leatherback turtle 3. Swamp deer Which of the above is/are endangered?
Attempt →Consider the following 1. Star tortoise 2. Monitor lizard 3. Pygmy Hog 4. Spider monkey Which of the above found in India?
Attempt →In which of the following States is lion-tailed macaque found in its natural habitat? 1. Tamil Nadu 2. Kerala 3. Karnataka 4. Andhra Pradesh Select the correct…
Attempt →Which of the following is/are unique characteristic/characteristics of equatorial forests? 1. Presence of tall, closely set trees with crowns forming a continu…
Attempt →Which one of the following terms describes not only the physical space occupied by an organism but also its functional role in the community of organisms?
Attempt →In the grasslands, trees do not replace the grasses as a part of an ecological succession because of
Attempt →Which one of the following is the correct sequence of ecosystems in the order of decreasing productivity?
Attempt →With reference to ‘Global Environment Facility’, which of the following statements is/are correct
Attempt →Consider the following statements: 1. Animal Welfare Board of India is established under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986. 2. National Tiger Conservation…
Attempt →If you walk through the countryside, you are likely to see some birds stalking alongside the cattle to seize the insects, disturbed by their movement through g…
Attempt →Brominated flame retardants are used in many household products like mattresses and upholstery. Why is there some concern about their use? 1. They are highly r…
Attempt →Which one of the following is the correct sequence of a food chain?
Attempt →Other than poaching, what are the possible reasons for the decline in the population of Ganges River Dolphins? 1. Construction of dams and barrages on rivers 2…
Attempt →With reference to ‘Eco-Sensitive Zones’, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. Eco-Sensitive Zones are the areas that are declared under the Wil…
Attempt →With reference to a conservation organization called Wetlands International, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. It is an intergovernmental or…
Attempt →Lichens, which are capable of initiating ecological succession even on a bare rock, are actually a symbiotic association of
Attempt →The most important strategy for the conservation of biodiversity together with traditional human life is the establishment of
Attempt →If a wetland of international importance is brought under the ‘Montreux Record’, what does it imply?
Attempt →With reference to Bombay Natural History Society (BNHS), consider the following statements : 1. It is an autonomous organization under the Ministry of Environm…
Attempt →With reference to the Neem tree, consider the following statements: 1. Neem oil can be used as a pesticide to control the proliferation of some species of inse…
Attempt →Which of the following adds/add carbon dioxide to the carbon cycle on the planet Earth? 1. Volcanic action 2. Respiration 3. Photosynthesis 4. The decay of org…
Attempt →Which of the following are some important pollutants released by the steel industry in India? 1. Oxides of sulphur 2. Oxides of nitrogen 3. Carbon monoxide 4.…
Attempt →Consider the following pairs | List I | List II | | --- | --- | | 1. Dampa Tiger Reserve | Mizoram | | 2. Gumti Wildlife Sanctuary | Sikkim | | 3. Saramati Pea…
Attempt →Consider the following: 1. Bats 2. Bears 3. Rodents The phenomenon of hibernation can be observed in which of the above kinds of animals?
Attempt →Consider the following statements regarding ‘Earth Hour’ 1. It is an initiative of UNEP and UNESCO. 2. It is a movement in which the participants switch off th…
Attempt →Consider the following pairs | Wetlands | Confluence of rivers | | -- | -- | | 1. Harike Wetlands | Beas and Satluj/Sutlej | | 2. Keoladeo Ghana National Park…
Attempt →Which of the following have coral reefs? 1. Andaman and Nicobar Islands 2. Gulf of Kutch 3. Gulf of Mannar 4. Sunderbans Select the correct answer using the co…
Attempt →Among the following organisms, which one does not belong to the class of the other three?
Attempt →The scientific view is that the increase in global temperature should not exceed 2 °C above the pre-industrial level. If the global temperature increases beyon…
Attempt →With reference to two non-conventional energy sources called ‘coal bed methane’ and ‘shale gas’, consider the following statements: 1. Coal bed methane is the…
Attempt →Which of the following National Parks is unique in being a swamp with floating vegetation that supports rich biodiversity?
Attempt →‘BioCarbon Fund Initiative for Sustainable Forest Landscapes’ is managed by the -
Attempt →Which one of the following is the national aquatic animal of India?
Attempt →With reference to ‘fly ash’ produced by the power plants using coal as fuel, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. Fly ash can be used in the pr…
Attempt →Which one of the following is the best description of the term “ecosystem”?
Attempt →Which of the following statements regarding ‘Green Climate Fund’ is/are correct? 1. It is intended to assist the developing countries in adaptation and mitigat…
Attempt →With reference to bio-toilets used by the Indian Railways, consider the following statements: 1. The decomposition of human waste in the bio-toilets is initiat…
Attempt →The Genetic Engineering Appraisal Committee is constituted under the
Attempt →With reference to ‘Forest Carbon Partnership Facility’, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. It is a global partnership of governments, busines…
Attempt →What can be the impact of excessive/inappropriate use of nitrogenous fertilizers in agriculture? 1. The proliferation of nitrogen-fixing microorganisms in the…
Attempt →With reference to ‘dugong’, mammal found in India, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. It is a herbivorous marine animal. 2. It is found along…
Attempt →With reference to an organization known as ‘Birdlife International’ which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. It is a Global Partnership of Conserva…
Attempt →With reference to the International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources (IUCN) and the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Speci…
Attempt →Which one of the following National Parks has a climate that varies from tropical to subtropical, temperate and Arctic?
Attempt →In India, in which one of the following types of forests is teak a dominant tree species?
Attempt →What is Rio+20 Conference, often mentioned in the news?
Attempt →Which one of the following is associated with the issue of control and phasing out of the use of ozone-depleting substances?
Attempt →With reference to an initiative called ‘The Economics of Ecosystems and Biodiversity (TEEB)’, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. It is an ini…
Attempt →What is/are unique about ‘Kharai camel’ a breed found in India? 1. It is capable of swimming up to three kilometres in seawater. 2. It survives by grazing on m…
Attempt →The term ‘Intended Nationally Determined Contribution’ is sometimes seen in the news in the context of:
Attempt →With reference to the Agreement at the UNFCCC Meeting in Paris in 2015, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. The Agreement was signed by all th…
Attempt →‘Net metering’ is sometimes seen in the news in the context of promoting the -
Attempt →In the cities of our country, which among the following atmospheric gases are normally considered in calculating the value of Air Quality Index? 1. Carbon diox…
Attempt →With reference to ‘Agenda 21’, sometimes seen in the news, consider the following statements: 1. It is a global action plan for sustainable development. 2. It…
Attempt →Consider the following statements: 1. The Sustainable Development Goals were first proposed in 1972 by a global think tank called the ‘Club of Rome’. 2. The Su…
Attempt →Which of the following are the key features of ‘National Ganga River Basin Authority (NGRBA)’? 1. The river basin is the unit of planning and management. 2. It…
Attempt →What is/are the importance/importances of the ‘United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification? 1. It aims to promote effective action through innovative n…
Attempt →Consider the following pairs: | Terms sometimes seen in the news | Their origin | | -- | -- | | 1. Annex-I Countries | Cartagena Protocol | | 2. Certified Emis…
Attempt →On which of the following can you find the Bureau of Energy Efficiency Star Label? 1. Ceiling fans 2. Electric geysers 3. Tubular fluorescent lamps Select the…
Attempt →Proper design and effective implementation of UN-REDD+ Programme can significantly contribute to - 1. Protection of biodiversity 2. Resilience of forest ecosys…
Attempt →With reference to ‘Red Sanders’, sometimes seen in the news, consider the following statements: 1. It is a tree species found in a part of South India. 2. It i…
Attempt →Biological Oxygen Demand (BOD) is a standard criterion for -
Attempt →In the context of mitigating the impending global warming due to anthropogenic emissions of carbon dioxide, which of the following can be the potential sites f…
Attempt →According to the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972, which of the following animals cannot be hunted by any person except under some provisions provided by law? 1…
Attempt →Recently there was a proposal to translocate some of the lions from their natural habitat in Gujarat to which one of the following sites?
Attempt →Due to some reasons if there is a huge fall in the population of species of butterflies, what could be its likely consequence/consequences? 1. Pollination of s…
Attempt →With reference to ‘Global Climate Change Alliance’, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. It is an initiative of the European Union. 2. It provi…
Attempt →Consider the following statements in respect of Trade-Related Analysis of Fauna and Flora in Commerce (TRAFFIC): 1. TRAFFIC is a bureau under the United Nation…
Attempt →Consider the following pairs: Commonly used/consumed materials and Unwanted or controversial chemicals likely to be found in them | List I | List II | | --- |…
Attempt →The term 'M-STRIPES’ is sometimes seen in the news in the context of
Attempt →In India, if a species of tortoise is declared protected under Schedule I of the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972, what does it imply?
Attempt →Consider the following statements: 1. Climate and Clean Air Coalition (CCAC) to Reduce Short-Lived Climate Pollutants is a unique initiative of G20 group of co…
Attempt →If you want to see gharials in their natural habitat, which one of the following is the best place to visit?
Attempt →Why is a plant called Prosopis juliflora often mentioned in the news?
Attempt →The term "sixth mass extinction/sixth extinction" is often mentioned in the news in the context of the discussion of
Attempt →"Momentum for Change: Climate Neutral Now" is an initiative launched by
Attempt →Which of the following statements best describes "carbon fertilization"?
Attempt →How is the National Green Tribunal (NGT) different from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB)? 1. The NGT has been established by an Act whereas the CPCB…
Attempt →Consider the following statements: 1. The definition of "Critical Wildlife Habitat" is incorporated in the Forest Rights Act, 2006. 2. For the first time in In…
Attempt →Which of the following is/are the possible consequence/s of heavy sand mining in riverbeds? 1. Decreased salinity in the river 2. Pollution of groundwater 3. L…
Attempt →With reference to the 'Global Alliance for Climate-Smart Agriculture (GACSA)', which of the following statements is/are correct. 1. GACSA is an outcome of the…
Attempt →In which one of the following States is Pakhui Wildlife Sanctuary located?
Attempt →Consider the following statements - 1. Most of the world's coral reefs are in tropical waters. 2. More than one-third of the world's coral reefs are located in…
Attempt →Consider the following statements: 1. Some species of turtles are herbivores. 2. Some species of fish are herbivores. 3. Some species of marine mammals are her…
Attempt →Consider the following statements: 1. Agricultural soils release nitrogen oxides into the environment. 2. Cattle release ammonia into the environment. 3. Poult…
Attempt →In India, ‘extended producer responsibility’ was introduced as an important feature in which of the following?
Attempt →In the context of which one of the following are the terms ‘pyrolysis and plasma gasification’ mentioned?
Attempt →Recently, there was a growing awareness in our country about the importance of Himalayan nettle (Girardinia diversifolia) because it is found to be a sustainab…
Attempt →Consider the following statements: 1. As per law, the Compensatory Afforestation Fund Management and Planning Authority exists at both National and State level…
Attempt →Which of the following statements are correct about the deposits of ‘methane hydrate’? 1. Global warming might trigger the release of methane gas from these de…
Attempt →Consider the following statements : 1. Under the Ramsar Convention, it is mandatory on the part of the Government of India to protect and conserve all the wetl…
Attempt →As per the Solid Waste Management Rules, 2016 in India, which one of the following statements is correct?
Attempt →Which of the following are in Agasthyamala Biosphere Reserve?
Attempt →Consider the following statements 1. Asiatic lion is naturally found in India only. 2. Double-humped camel is naturally found in India only. 3. One-horned rhin…
Attempt →Consider the following statements : The Environment Protection Act, 1986 empowers the Government of India to 1. state the requirement of public participation i…
Attempt →Which one of the following National Parks lies completely in the temperate alpine zone?
Attempt →Consider the following pairs: Wildlife Naturally : found in | List I | List II | | --- | --- | | 1. Blue-finned Mahseer | Cauvery River | | 2. Irrawaddy Dolphi…
Attempt →Why is there a great concern about the ‘microbeads’ that are released into the environment?
Attempt →Consider the following: 1. Carbon monoxide 2. Methane 3. Ozone 4. Sulphur dioxide Which of the above are released into the atmosphere due to the burning of cro…
Attempt →Consider the following statements: 1. As per recent amendment to the Indian Forest Act, 1927, forest dwellers have the right to fell the bamboos grown on fores…
Attempt →Which one of the following statements best describes the term ‘Social Cost of Carbon’?
Attempt →With reference to India’s Desert National Park, which of the following statements are correct? 1. It is spread over two districts. 2. There is no human habitat…
Attempt →According to India’s National Policy on Biofuels, which of the following can be used as raw materials for the production of biofuels? 1. Cassava 2. Damaged whe…
Attempt →If a particular plant species is placed under Schedule VI of The Wildlife Protection Act, 1972, what is the implication?
Attempt →With reference to India’s biodiversity, Ceylon frogmouth, Coppersmith barbet, Gray-chinned minivet and White-throated redstart are
Attempt →Consider the following statements: 1. Coal ash contains arsenic, lead and mercury. 2. Coal-fired power plants release Sulphur dioxide and oxides of nitrogen in…
Attempt →Which of the following are the reasons/factors for exposure to benzene pollution? 1. Automobile exhaust 2. Tobacco smoke 3. Wood burning 4. Using varnished woo…
Attempt →In rural road construction, the use of which of the following is preferred for ensuring environmental sustainability or to reduce carbon footprint? 1. Copper s…
Attempt →With reference to solar water pumps, consider the following statements: 1. Solar power can be used for running surface pumps and not for submersible pumps. 2.…
Attempt →With reference to Indian elephants, consider the following statements: 1. The leader of an elephant group is a female. 2. The maximum gestation period can be 2…
Attempt →Which of the following Protected Areas are located in Cauvery basin? 1. Nagarhole National Park 2. Papikonda National Part 3. Sathyamangalam Tiger Reserve 4. W…
Attempt →Which of the following are the most likely places to find the musk deer in its natural habitat? 1. Askot Wildlife Sanctuary 2. Gangotri National Park 3. Kishan…
Attempt →In the context of India’s preparation for Climate-smart Agriculture, consider the following statements: 1. The ‘Climate-Smart Village’ approach in India is a p…
Attempt →Why is there a concern about copper smelting plants? 1. They may release lethal quantities of carbon monoxide into environment. 2. The copper slag can cause th…
Attempt →Consider the following kinds of organisms: 1. Copepods 2. Cyanobacteria 3. Diatoms 4. Foraminifera Which of the above are primary producers in the food chains…
Attempt →At the national level, which ministry is the nodal agency to ensure effective implementation of the Scheduled Tribes and other Traditional Forest Dwellers (Rec…
Attempt →Which one of the following is used in preparing a natural mosquito repellent?
Attempt →“Leaf litter decomposes faster than in any other biome and as a result the soil surface is often almost bare. Apart from trees, the vegetation is largely compo…
Attempt →What is blue carbon?
Attempt →Magnetite particles, suspected to cause neurodegenerative problems, are generated as environmental pollutants from which of the following? 1. Brakes of motor v…
Attempt →With reference to furnace oil, consider the following statements: 1. It is a product of oil refineries. 2. Some industries use it to generate power. 3. Its use…
Attempt →Which of the following have species that can establish symbiotic relationship with other organisms? 1. Cnidarians 2. Fungi 3. Protozoa Select the correct answe…
Attempt →Consider the following animals: 1. Hedgehog 2. Marmot 3. Pangolin To reduce the chance of being captured by predators, which of the above organisms rolls up/ro…
Attempt →Bisphenol A (BPA) , a cause of concern, is a structural/key component in the manufacture of which of the following kinds of plastics?
Attempt →The ‘Common Carbon Metric’, supported by UNEP, has been developed for
Attempt →‘R2 Code of Practices constitutes a tool available for promoting the adoption of
Attempt →With reference to the ‘New York Declaration on Forests’. Which of the following statements are correct? 1. It was first endorsed at the United Nations Climate…
Attempt →Which one of the following is a filter feeder?
Attempt →Triclosan considered harmful when exposed to high levels for a long time, is most likely present in which of the following?
Attempt →Consider the following statements: 1. Moringa (drumstick tree) is a leguminous evergreen tree. 2. Tamarind tree is endemic to South Asia. 3. In India, most of…
Attempt →With reference to "Gucchi" sometimes mentioned in the news, consider the following statements: 1. It is a fungus. 2. It grows in some Himalayan forest areas. 3…
Attempt →Which of the following are nitrogen-fixing plants? 1. Alfalfa 2. Amaranth 3. Chickpea 4. Clover 5. Purslane (Kulfa) 6. Spinach Select the correct answer using…
Attempt →Which one of the following has been constituted under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986?
Attempt →In the context of WHO Air Quality Guidelines, consider the following statements: 1. The 24-hour mean of PM2.5 should not exceed 15 ug/m3 and annual mean of PM2…
Attempt →Consider the following; 1. Carbon monoxide 2. Nitrogen oxide 3. Ozone 4. Sulphur dioxide Excess of which of the above in the environment is/are the cause(s) of…
Attempt →With reference to Indian laws about wildlife protection, consider the following statements: 1. Wild animals are the sole property of the government. 2. When a…
Attempt →“Climate Action Tracker" which emission reduction pledges of different countries is a:
Attempt →Which of the following is not a bird?
Attempt →Consider the following pairs: Wetland/Lake - Location | List I | List II | | --- | --- | | 1. Hokera Wetland | Punjab | | 2. Renuka Wetland | Himachal Pradesh…
Attempt →Consider the following statements: 1. "The Climate Group" is an international non-profit organization that drives climate action by building large networks and…
Attempt →With reference to polyethylene terephthalate, the use of which is so widespread in our daily lives, consider the following statements: 1. Its fibres can be ble…
Attempt →"Biorock technology" is talked about in which one of the following situations?
Attempt →"If rainforests and tropical forests are the lungs of the Earth, then surely wetlands function as its kidneys." Which one of the following functions of wetland…
Attempt →Certain species of which one of the following organisms are well known as cultivators of fungi?
Attempt →Consider the following trees: 1. Jackfruit (Artocarpus heterophyllus) 2. Mahua (Madhuca indica) 3. Teak (Tectona grandis) How many of the above are deciduous t…
Attempt →Consider the following statements: Statement-I: Marsupials are not naturally found in India. Statement-II: Marsupials can thrive only in montane grasslands wit…
Attempt →Which of the following organisms perform waggle dance for others of their kin to indicate the direction and the distance to a source of their food?
Attempt →Consider the following heavy industries : 1. Fertilizer plants 2. Oil refineries 3. Steel plants Green hydrogen is expected to play a significant role in decar…
Attempt →Consider the following statements regarding the Indian squirrels: 1. They build nests by making burrows in the ground. 2. They store their food materials like…
Attempt →Consider the following statements: 1. Some microorganisms can grow in environments with temperature above the boiling point of water. 2. Some microorganisms ca…
Attempt →Consider the following fauna: 1. Lion-tailed Macaque 2. Malabar Civet 3. Sambar Deer How many of the above are generally nocturnal or most active after sunset?
Attempt →Consider the following: 1. Aerosols 2. Foam agents 3. Fire retardants 4. Lubricants In the making of how many of the above are hydrofluorocarbons used?
Attempt →Invasive species Specialist Group' (that develops Global Invasive Species Database) belongs to which one of the following organizations?
Attempt →Which one of the following makes a tool with a stick to scrap insects from a hole in a tree or a log of wood?
Attempt →Consider the following statements : 1, In India, the Biodiversity Management committees are key to the realization of the objectives of Nagoya Protocol. 2. The…
Attempt →Consider the following statements: 1. Some mushrooms have medicinal properties. 2. Some mushrooms have psychoactive properties. 3. Some mushrooms have insectic…
Attempt →Consider the following activities : 1. Spreading finely ground basalt rock on farmlands extensively 2. Increasing the alkalinity of oceans by adding lime 3. Ca…
Attempt →Consider the following statements: Statement-I: Carbon markets are likely to be one of the most widespread tools in the fight against climate change. Statement…
Attempt →Consider the following statements: Once the Central Government notifies an area as a 'Community Reserve' 1. The Chief Wildlife Warden of the State becomes the…
Attempt →Consider the following statements regarding mercury pollution : 1. Gold mining activity is a source of mercury pollution in the world. 2. Coal-based thermal po…
Attempt →With reference to the role of biofilters in Recirculating Aquaculture System, consider the following statements: 1. Biofilters provide waste treatment by remov…
Attempt →According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), which one of the following is the largest source of sulphur dioxide emissions ?
Attempt →Consider the following statements : Statement-I : The European Parliament approved The Net-Zero Industry Act recently. Statement-II : The European Union intend…
Attempt →The organisms "Cicada, Froghopper and Pond skater" are :
Attempt →Consider the following statements : Statement-I : Many chewing gums found in the market are considered a source of environmental pollution. Statement-II: Many…
Attempt →Consider the following statements : 1. Lions do not have a particular breeding season. 2. Unlike most other big cats, cheetahs do not roar. 3. Unlike male lion…
Attempt →Which one of the following shows a unique relationship with an insect that has coevolved with it and that is the only insect that ta pollinate this tree ?
Attempt →Consider the following : 1. Butterflies 2. Fish 3. Frogs How many of the above have poisonous species among them ?
Attempt →With reference to perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) that are used in making many consumer product, consider the following statements : 1. PF…
Attempt →Consider the following : 1. Carabid beetles 2. Centipedes 3. Flies 4. Termites 5. Wasps Parasitoid species are found how many of the above kind of organisms?
Attempt →Consider the following statements Statement-I: The Indian Flying Fox is placed under the “vermin” category in the Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972. Statement-I…
Attempt →Consider the following materials: 1. Agricultural residues 2. Corn grain 3. Wastewater treatment sludge 4. Wood mill waste Which of the above can be used as fe…
Attempt →Consider the following types of vehicles: I. Full battery electric vehicles II. Hydrogen fuel cell vehicles III. Fuel cell-electric hybrid vehicles How many of…
Attempt →Consider the following items: I. Cigarette butts II. Eyeglass lenses III. Car tyres How many of the above contain plastic?
Attempt →Consider the following statements: Statement I: Activated carbon is a good and an attractive tool to remove pollutants from effluent streams and to remediate c…
Attempt →Consider the following statements: Statement I: Studies indicate that carbon dioxide emissions from cement industry account for more than 5% of global carbon e…
Attempt →Consider the following statements: Statement I: At the 28th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28), India refrained from signing the 'Declaration on…
Attempt →Consider the following statements: Statement I: Article 6 of the Paris Agreement on climate change is frequently discussed in global discussions on sustainable…
Attempt →With reference to 'Direct Air Capture', an emerging technology, which of the following statements is/are correct? I. It can be used as a way of carbon sequestr…
Attempt →Regarding Peacock tarantula (Gooty tarantula), consider the following statements: I. It is an omnivorous crustacean. II. Its natural habitat in India is only l…
Attempt →Consider the following statements: I. Carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions in India are less than 0.5 t CO2/ capita. II. In terms of CO2 emissions from fuel combusti…
Attempt →Consider the following pairs: Plant Description | List I | List II | | --- | --- | | I. Cassava | Woody shrub | | II. Ginger | Herb with pseudostem | | III. Ma…
Attempt →Artificial way of causing rainfall to reduce air pollution makes use of
Attempt →Which organization has enacted the Nature Restoration Law (NRL) to tackle climate change and biodiversity loss?
Attempt →What is the difference between a CFL and an LED lamp? 1. To produce light, a CFL uses mercury vapour and phosphor while an LED lamp uses semiconductor material…
Attempt →Microbial fuel cells are considered a source of sustainable energy. Why? 1. They use living organisms as catalysts to generate electricity from certain substra…
Attempt →‘Project Loon’, sometimes seen in the news, is related to -
Attempt →The word ‘Denisovan’ is sometimes mentioned in the media in reference to -
Attempt →With reference to carbon nanotubes, consider the following statements: 1. They can be used as carriers of drugs and antigens in the human body. 2. They can be…
Attempt →Consider the following statements: 1. Carbon fibres are used in the manufacture of components used in automobiles and aircrafts. 2. Carbon fibres once used can…
Attempt →In which of the following are hydrogels used? 1. Controlled drug delivery in patients 2. Mobile air- conditioning systems 3. Preparation of industrial lubrican…
Attempt →Two important rivers — one with its source in Jharkhand (and known by a different name in Odisha), and another, with its source in Odisha — merge at a place on…
Attempt →Which of the following can be found as pollutants in the drinking water in some parts of India? 1. Arsenic 2. Sorbitol 3. Fluoride 4. Formaldehyde 5. Uranium S…
Attempt →From the ecological point of view, which one of the following assumes importance in being a good link between the Eastern Ghats and the Western Ghats?
Attempt →With reference to solar power production in India, consider the following statements: 1. India is the third largest in the world in the manufacture of silicon…
Attempt →With reference to coal-based thermal power plants in India, consider the following statements : 1. None of them uses seawater. 2. None of them is set up in wat…
Attempt →Consider the following international agreements: 1. The International Treaty on Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture 2. The United Nations Conventi…
Attempt →The FAO accords the status of ‘Globally Important Agricultural Heritage Systems (GIAHS)’ to traditional agricultural systems. What is the overall goal of this…
Attempt →The Partnership for Action on Green Economy (PAGE), a UN mechanism to assist countries transition towards greener and more inclusive economies, emerged at
Attempt →Consider the following pairs International agreement - Set-up Subject | List I | List II | | --- | --- | | 1. Alma-Ata Declaration | Healthcare of the people |…
Attempt →Consider the following statements: Statement 1: The United Nations Capital Development Fund (UNCDF) and the Arbor Day Foundation have recently recognized Hyder…
Attempt →Which one of the following is the correct description of "100 Million Farmers" ?
Attempt →Which one of the following launched the 'Nature Solutions Finance Hub for Asia and the Pacific'?
Attempt →Consider the following statements: 1. The Earth's magnetic field has reversed every few hundred thousand years. 2. When the Earth was created more than 4000 mi…
Attempt →In the context of which of the following do some scientists suggest the use of cirrus cloud thinning technique and the injection of sulphate aerosols into the…
Attempt →Consider the following statements: 1. The Global Ocean Commission grants licences for seabed exploration and mining in international waters. 2. India has recei…
Attempt →In case of which one of the following biogeochemical cycles, the weathering of rocks is the main source of release of nutrient to enter the cycle?
Attempt →Consider the following statements: 1. High clouds primarily reflect solar radiation and cool the surface of the Earth. 2. Low clouds have a high absorption of…
Attempt →Consider the following statements : Statement-I : The atmosphere is heated more by incoming solar radiation than by terrestrial radiation. Statement-II : Carbo…
Attempt →Consider the following : 1. Pyroclastic debris 2. Ash and dust 3. Nitrogen compounds 4. Sulphur compounds How many of the above are products of volcanic erupti…
Attempt →Consider the following statements: I. Without the atmosphere, temperature would be well below freezing point everywhere on the Earth’s surface. II. Heat absorb…
Attempt →The World Bank warned that India could become one of the first places where wet-bulb temperatures routinely exceed 35°C. Which of the following statements best…
Attempt →Consider the following statements about ‘PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana’ : I. It targets installation of one crore solar rooftop panels in the residential sec…
Attempt →When the bark of a tree is removed in a circular fashion all around near its base, it gradually dries up and dies because?
Attempt →Improper handling and storage of cereal grains and oilseeds result in the production of toxins known as aflatoxins which are not generally destroyed by normal…
Attempt →Which one of the following is the process involved in photosynthesis?
Attempt →Which one of the following is synthesised in human body that dilates blood vessels and increases blood flow?
Attempt →Consider the following statements with reference to India's response to climate change : I. India's Long-Term Low Emission Development Strategy (LT-LEDS) is a…
Attempt →With respect to the Western Hoolock Gibbons, which of the following statements is/are correct ? 1. A Sanctuary in North-east India is home to this ape species…
Attempt →Which of the following best explain(s) the rationale for protecting mangrove ecosystems in the context of climate resilience ? 1. Mangroves reduce tidal energy…
Attempt →Which of the following statements with regard to the arrival of Amur Falcons at Doyang Lake in Nagaland each year from Mongolia is/are correct? 1. It showcases…
Attempt →With reference to Madhav National Park, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. It was declared a Tiger Reserve in India in 2025. 2. Sakhya Sagar,…
Attempt →Consider the following statements about Rhynchostylis retusa (Foxtail orchid) : 1. It is an epiphytic orchid. 2. The species is endemic to North-east India. 3.…
Attempt →At the United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC) held in June, 2025 in France, the Food and Agricultural Organization (FAO) of the United Nations demonstrated its…
Attempt →Which one of the following is the first Plan Vivo certified Reducing Emissions from Deforestation and Forest Degradation (REDD+) project in India ?
Attempt →Which of the following statements with regard to Green Hydrogen is/are correct ? 1. It is decarbonized hydrogen obtained from natural gas reforming combined wi…
Attempt →Which of the following statements in relation to NIRANTAR (National Institute for Research and Application of Natural Resources to Transform, Adapt and Build R…
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