Environment and Biodiversity MCQ
21. The Stockholm Convention is related to which of the following?
[A] Hazardous waste
[B] Persistant Organic Pollutants
[C] Pesticides
[D] Insecticides
[B] Persistant Organic Pollutants
Notes:
The Stockholm convention signed in 2001 was effective from 2004 and is related to the aims to curb the production and use of Persistant Organic Pollutants.
22. Which of the following is true about the Persistant Organic Pollutants?
- They remain intact for a long period of time
- They are capable of bio-accumulation
Select the correct answer from the codes given below-
[A] 1 only
[B] 2 only
[C] Both
[D] None
[C] Both
Notes:
Persistant Organic Pollutants are harmful organic chemical substances that remain intact for a very long period of time and becomes widely distributed over a large area. They are capable of accumulation and is found in the higher trophic level. They are toxic to both human and wildlife.
23. Which of the following best describes the Genetic diversity?
- It shows the total number of genetic characteristics present in the species
- The more a species is genetically diversified the more it has the adaptability power
Select the correct answer from the codes given below-
[A] 1 only
[B] 2 only
[C] Both
[D] None
[C] Both
Notes:
Genetic Diversity of a species refers to the number of genetic characteristics present in a species. The more the genetic diversity the more is the adaptability power of a species.
24. In which one of the following nations “Cox’s Bazar” is located?
[A] India
[B] Bangladesh
[C] Pakistan
[D] Afghanistan
[B] Bangladesh
Notes:
The Cox’s Bazar is located in Bangladesh on the coast of Bay of Bengal. It is a fishing port. It is infamous for the largest refugee camp in the world. The beach of Cox’s Bazar is often termed as the “longest natural unbroken sea beach in the world”.
25. Which of the following are the basic components of the Ecosystem?
- 1) Autotrophs
- 2) Heterotrophs
- 3) Non-Living Matter
Select the correct answer from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1 & 2
[B] Only 2
[C] Only 1 & 3
[D] 1, 2 & 3
[D] 1, 2 & 3
Notes:
Each Ecosystem is unique, but all the ecosystems have three basic components:
1) Autotrophs – Example: Trees, Grass
2) Heterotrophs- Example- Animals, Human Beings
3) Non-Living Matter- Example- soil, Sediments, and other organic matter.
26. Which of the following statements are correct regarding Sulphur Cycle?
- 1. The sulphur cycle is mostly gaseous.
- 2. Volcanic eruptions and combustion of fossil fuels are the sources of Sulphur.
- 3. Atmospheric hydrogen sulphide also gets oxidised into sulphur dioxide.
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
[C] Only 1 & 3
Notes:
The sulphur cycle is mostly sedimentary. Volcanic eruptions and combustion of fossil fuels are the sources of Sulphur. Atmospheric hydrogen sulphide also gets oxidised into sulphur dioxide.
27. Which of the following statements are correct regarding the Criteria for Identification of Wetlands of National Importance?
- 1) If it contains a representative, rare, or unique example of a natural or near-natural wetland type found within the appropriate biogeographic region.
- 2) If it supports vulnerable, endangered, or critically endangered species; or threatened ecological communities.
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1
[B] Only 2
[C] Both 1 & 2
[D] Neither 1 & 2
[C] Both 1 & 2
Notes:
Criteria for identification of wetlands of national importance under NWCP are given below:
1) If it contains a representative, rare, or unique example of a natural or near-natural wetland type found within the appropriate biogeographic region.
2) If it supports vulnerable, endangered, or critically endangered species; or threatened ecological communities.
28. Which of the following statements are correct about Central American spider monkey?
- 1. It is a species of is a species of spider monkey.
- 2. It is found in Central America and parts of Mexico and Colombia.
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1
[B] Only 2
[C] Both 1 & 2
[D] Neither 1 & 2
[C] Both 1 & 2
Notes:
The Central American spider monkey is a species of is a species of spider monkey. It is found in Central America and parts of Mexico and Colombia. It is also known as Geoffroy’s spider monkey.
29. Hyaena, hogdeer, nilgai, goral, sponges and barking deer are listed in which of the following Schedules of the Wildlife Protection Act?
[A] Schedule 1
[B] Schedule 2
[C] Schedule 3
[D] Schedule 4
[C] Schedule 3
Notes:
Hyaena, hogdeer, nilgai, goral, sponges and barking deer are listed in Schedules 3 of the Wildlife Protection Act. The penalties in schedule 3 are lower compared to schedule 1 and part 2 of schedule 2.
30. Devara Kadu is the local name of sacred groves of which of the following states?
[A] Orissa
[B] Tamil Nadu
[C] Maharashtra
[D] Karnataka
[D] Karnataka
Notes:
Devara Kadu is the local name of the sacred groves of Karnataka. They are a total 1531 in number. One of the ancient deities worshiped at Devara Kadu is ‘Kadu Aiyappa’. The Malnad region is especially dotted with such sacred grooves.