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Environment & Ecology

385 questions asked in UPSC Prelims.

2017 · Q52Environment & EcologyInternational Environmental Treaties & Summitsmoderate

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 provides technical and financial support to targeted developing countries to integrate climate change into their development policies and budgets. 3. It is coordinated by World Resources Institute (WRI) and World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD). Select the correct answer using the code given below :

  1. (a)1 and 2 only
  2. (b)3 only
  3. (c)2 and 3 only
  4. (d)1, 2 and 3
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Official answer(a) 1 and 2 only

2017 · Q60Environment & EcologyInternational Environmental Treaties & Summitsmoderate

With reference to the role of UN-Habitat in the United Nations programme working towards a better urban future, which of the statements is/are correct ? 1. UN-Habitat has been mandated by the United Nations General Assembly to promote socially and environmentally sustainable towns and cities to provide adequate shelter for all. 2. Its partners are either governments or local urban authorities only. 3. UN-Habitat contributes to the overall objective of the United Nations system to reduce poverty and to promote access to safe drinking water and basic sanitation. Select the correct answer using the code given below ;

  1. (a)1, 2 and 3
  2. (b)1 and 3 only
  3. (c)2 and 3 only
  4. (d)1 only
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Official answer(b) 1 and 3 only

2017 · Q91Environment & EcologyEnvironmental Governance & Legislationeasy

In India, if a species of tortoise is declared protected under Schedule I of the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972, what does it imply ?

  1. (a)It enjoys the same level of protection as the tiger.
  2. (b)It no longer exists in the wild, a few individuals are under captive protection; and now it is impossible to prevent its extinction.
  3. (c)It is endemic to a particular region of India.
  4. (d)Both (b) and (c) stated above are correct in this context.
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Official answer(a) It enjoys the same level of protection as the tiger.

2016 · Q6Environment & EcologyInternational Environmental Treaties & Summitseasy

The term 'Intended Nationally Determined Contributions' is sometimes seen in the news in the context of

  1. (a)pledges made by the European countries to rehabilitate refugees from the war-affected Middle East
  2. (b)plan of action outlined by the countries of the world to combat climate change
  3. (c)capital contributed by the member countries in the establishment of Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank
  4. (d)plan of action outlined by the countries of the world regarding Sustainable Development Goals
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Official answer(b) plan of action outlined by the countries of the world to combat climate change

2016 · Q13Environment & EcologyInternational Environmental Treaties & Summitsmoderate

What is/are the importance/importances of the 'United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification'? 1. It aims to promote effective action through innovative national programmes and supportive international partnerships. 2. It has a special/particular focus on South Asia and North Africa regions, and its Secretariat facilitates the allocation of major portion of financial resources to these regions. 3. It is committed to bottom-up approach, encouraging the participation of local people in combating the desertification. Select the correct answer using the code given below.

  1. (a)1 only
  2. (b)2 and 3 only
  3. (c)1 and 3 only
  4. (d)1, 2 and 3
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Official answer(c) 1 and 3 only

2016 · Q23Environment & EcologyWater & Wetland Conservationmoderate

Which of the following are the key features of 'National Ganga River Basin Authority (NGRBA)'? 1. River basin is the unit of planning and management. 2. It spearheads the river conservation efforts at the national level. 3. One of the Chief Ministers of the States through which the Ganga flows becomes the Chairman of NGRBA on rotation basis. Select the correct answer using the code given below.

  1. (a)1 and 2 only
  2. (b)2 and 3 only
  3. (c)1 and 3 only
  4. (d)1, 2 and 3
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Official answer(a) 1 and 2 only

2016 · Q27Environment & EcologySustainable Agriculture & Forestrymoderate

The FAO accords the status of 'Globally Important Agricultural Heritage System (GIAHS)' to traditional agricultural systems. What is the overall goal of this initiative? 1. To provide modern technology, training in modern farming methods and financial support to local communities of identified GIAHS so as to greatly enhance their agricultural productivity 2. To identify and safeguard eco-friendly traditional farm practices and their associated landscapes, agricultural biodiversity and knowledge systems of the local communities 3. To provide Geographical Indication status to all the varieties of agricultural produce in such identified GIAHS Select the correct answer using the code given below.

  1. (a)1 and 3 only
  2. (b)2 only
  3. (c)2 and 3 only
  4. (d)1, 2 and 3
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Official answer(b) 2 only

2016 · Q33Environment & EcologyClimate Change & Greenhouse Gasesmoderate

Which of the following best describes/describe the aim of 'Green India Mission' of the Government of India? 1. Incorporating environmental benefits and costs into the Union and State Budgets thereby implementing the 'green accounting' 2. Launching the second green revolution to enhance agricultural output so as to ensure food security to one and all in the future 3. Restoring and enhancing forest cover and responding to climate change by a combination of adaptation and mitigation measures Select the correct answer using the code given below.

  1. (a)1 only
  2. (b)2 and 3 only
  3. (c)3 only
  4. (d)1, 2 and 3
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Official answer(c) 3 only

2016 · Q52Environment & EcologyEnvironmental Governance & Legislationmoderate

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 initiative hosted by UNEP, IMF and World Economic Forum. 2. It is a global initiative that focuses on drawing attention to the economic benefits of biodiversity. 3. It presents an approach that can help decision-makers recognize, demonstrate and capture the value of ecosystems and biodiversity. Select the correct answer using the code given below.

  1. (a)1 and 2 only
  2. (b)3 only
  3. (c)2 and 3 only
  4. (d)1, 2 and 3
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Official answer(c) 2 and 3 only

2016 · Q55Environment & EcologyClimate Change & Greenhouse Gasesmoderate

What is 'Greenhouse Gas Protocol'?

  1. (a)It is an international accounting tool for government and business leaders to understand, quantify and manage greenhouse gas emissions
  2. (b)It is an initiative of the United Nations to offer financial incentives to developing countries to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and to adopt eco-friendly technologies
  3. (c)It is an inter-governmental agreement ratified by all the member countries of the United Nations to reduce greenhouse gas emissions to specified levels by the year 2022
  4. (d)It is one of the multilateral REDD+ initiatives hosted by the World Bank
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Official answer(a) It is an international accounting tool for government and business leaders to understand, quantify and manage greenhouse gas emissions