MCQs: Consider the following pollutants:
1: Ground level ozone
2: Sulphur oxides
3: Volatile organic compounds
Which of the above is/are primary pollutant(s)?
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MCQs: The Montreal Protocol was signed to phase out use of CHCs and HCFCs and replace them with HFCs. What advantage(s) is / are offered by HFCs over CHCs and HCFCs?
1. HFCs are ozone friendly in comparison to CHCs and HCFCs
2. HFCs are not proved to posses potential to contribute to global warming
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MCQs: Identify the fauna of India with the following information:
1.This animal is widely found in Himalayan Foothills in India, Nepal and Bhutan along with some other countries
2.This animal is considered to be most talented climbers among the cats, it can climb upside down and hang from branches with its hind feet
3.It is smallest of the world’s big cats
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MCQs: Which of the following is / are advantages of preservation of biodiversity?
1: It helps in isolation of unique genetic material so it can be incorporated into existing crops
2: It helps in increasing the chances of discovering organisms with medicinal value
3: It helps in prevention of natural selection
4: In helps in finding new plants that can supplement the world’s food supply
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MCQs: In recent times, the Wildlife and zoo managers have focussed on conserving endangered species such as Nilgiris Tahr, Nilgiris Langur and Lion Tailed Macaques (LTMs), which are on the verge of becoming extinct. What is / are advantages of the Captive Breeding Programme?
1.It eliminated the need to preserve critical habitats.
2.It is comparatively easy for highly mobile species such as migratory birds
3.It can be used to enhance the genetic diversity
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MCQs: With reference to IUCN (International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources) , which among the following is a correct statement?
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MCQs: The Bio-digester technology can solve the open defecation problem faced by India and contribute to Swachh Bharat Mission. Which among the following is / are features of Bio-digester developed by DRDO?
1. It requires no drainage system or sewage treatment plant
2. It requires periodic charging with anaerobic bacterial inoculums if it is in regular use
3. It produces green energy
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MCQs: Consider the following endangered fauna of India:
1: Nilgiri Mystus
2: Sociable Lapwing
3: Pygmy hog
Which among the above is / are mammals?
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MCQs: Which of the following are endangered bird species of India:
1. Narcondam hornbill
2. Himalayan quail
3. Nicobar flying fox
4. House Sparrow
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MCQs: The environmental change can present rapid and destructive influences on populations by causing:
1. Forced migration
2. Competition and conflict for natural resources
3. Political destabilization
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MCQs: The National Green Tribunal has been given original and appellate jurisdiction on which among the following maters?
1. Water related matters
2. Air related matters
3. Forest related matters
4. Biodiversity related matters
5. Mining related Matters
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MCQs: Consider the following fauna:
1: Common Crow
2: Fruit bats
3: Mice
4: Peacock
Which of the above have been specified as vermin under Wildlife Protection Act-1972?
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MCQs: Consider the following pairs:
1: Nitrate contamination in groundwater – Blue baby syndrome
2: Increase in Arsenic content of groundwater – Carcinogenic to humans
3: High sulphur content in groundwater – Common cause of acute diarrhea in children
Which of the above is/are correct?
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MCQs: Which of the following has been banned from being used in detergents in most parts of the world?
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MCQs: Consider the following statements about Zila Swachh Bharat Preraks (ZSBPs):
1: These are professionals who will provide their “technical and management support” in identified districts for the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan
2: The programme is being implemented with joint effort of Ministry of Drinking Water and Sanitation and Tata trust
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
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MCQs: Consider the following statements about the Sustainable Action for Climate-Resilient Development (SACReD) Project started by the Assam Government:
1: The project is funded by the French government
2: The project envisages the Majuli river island district to become the first-ever carbon-neutral district of the country by 2020
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
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MCQs: Consider the following statements:
1: The lowest boiling point among alkanes is of methane
2: The boiling point of butane is equal to melting point of water
3: The most produced organic compound in the world is Ethylene
4: Of all the fossil fuels, natural gas causes minimum pollution
Which among the above statements is / are correct?
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MCQs: With reference to the fauna of India, what is Southern Birdwing?
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MCQs: The Leq symbol is used in measuring which of the following kinds of pollutions?
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MCQs: Grasslands found in Africa are called-
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