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MCQ on Biodiversity

In this we are going to discuss MCQ on the topic Biodiversity and many more.

The diversity of diverse species of living beings residing on our planet Earth is referred to as biodiversity of plants and animals. Biodiversity is a term that refers to genetic, species, and ecosystem variation. The term ‘biodiversity’ refers to biological diversity, and its research entails measuring the total number of species found in a given location.

Every living species on our globe is critical to the proper operation of our ecosystem and plays a crucial role in making our planet a better place to live. Some biologists refer to biodiversity as a species’ DNA, as well as their engagement and function in the environment.

Question

Q.1. When was the project tiger Launched?

  1. 2004-2005
  2. 1973-1974
  3. 1983-1984
  4. 2013-2014

Answer: Generally in 1973, the tiger project was launched to save or protect the diminishing tiger population. It was launched in order to ensure the conservation of the national animal of the country, tiger. Hence the 1973-1974 is the correct answer.

Q.2. under UNESCO World Heritage site’s List which among the following places come?

  1. Nanda Devi and Valley of Flowers National Parks
  2. Jim Corbett National Park
  3. Rajaji National Park
  4. None of the above

Answer: India’s Valley of Flowers National Park is known for its meadows of endemic alphine flowers and outstanding natural Beauty and this is located in the Chamoli District of Uttarakhand. Hence the Correct option is Nanda Devi and Valley of Flowers National Parks.

Q.3. Among these which species are NOT in the IUCN classification of threatened species?

  1. Extinct
  2. Harmful
  3. Vulnerable
  4. Endangered

Answer: Harmful Species are not in the IUCN classification of threatened Species. Generally IUCN red list was founded in 1964. Hence Harmful is the Correct Option.

Q.4.In the Natural World Heritage Sites of UNESCO which national park of India is also listed?

  1. Dachigam National Park
  2. Namdapha National Park
  3. Keoladeo Ghana National Park
  4. Bandipur National Park

Answer: India has a total of 40 UNESCO World Heritage sites that include 32 Cultural, 7 natural and 1 mixed heritage sites and Keoladeo Ghana National Park is one of them. Hence Keoladeo Ghana National Park is the correct option.

Q.5. What does WWF Stands for:

  1. World Wildlife Federation
  2. Web World Federation
  3. World Wildlife Fund
  4. World web Federation

Answer: World wildlife Fund is basically an international non-government organization established in 1961. It is known as the World’s largest conservative organization. Hence WWF stands for World Wildlife Fund. Therefore the Correct answer is the World Wildlife Fund.

Q.6. For Documenting rare and endangered species of animals and plants what is established?

  1. Green data Book
  2. Blue data book
  3. Red data book
  4. None of these

Answer: Correct answer is Red Data book. Basically the Red Data book is the document which is established for documenting rare and endangered species of animals and plants. The First International Red Book was published in 1966.

Q.7. Consider the Following Protected Areas:

  1. Bhitarkanika
  2. Bandipur
  3. Manas
  4. Sunderbans

Which one of the above Following is declared as Tiger Reserves?

  1. 1,3 and 4 only
  2. 1 and 2 only
  3. 2,3 and 4 only
  4. 1,2,3 and 4

Answer: Project Tiger is launched by the Government of india in the year 1973. Bandipur, Manas and Sunderban are declared Tiger reserves but not Bhitarkanika is not included. Hence 1,3 and 4 is the correct answer.

Q.8.In 1992 at Rio De Janeiro, Brazil which declaration was signed?

  1. Agenda 19
  2. Agenda 21
  3. Agenda 22
  4. Agenda 39

Answer: The Correct answer is Agenda 21. Agenda 21 was a declaration signed at UNCED 1992 in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil. Agenda 21 is divided into 40 chapters that have been grouped into 4 sections and 351- page.

Q.9. The Wetlands of East Kolkata have been declared as

  1. Tourist site
  2. Biodiversity site
  3. World Heritage Site
  4. Ramsar Site

Answer: The Correct option is Ramsar Site. East Kolkata Wetlands is known as ‘The Wetland of International importance under the Ramsar Convention on April 19th. It is used to treat Kolkata’s Sewage.

 Q.10. Kanjli Wetland is in which district of Punjab?

  1. Moga
  2. Tarn Taran
  3. Fazilka
  4. Kapurthala

Answer: The Correct option is Kapurthala. As Kanji Wetland is located on the Bein rivulet in the Kapurthala District of Punjab.

Q.11. With the Silent Valley Project, which one of the following states is related?

  1. Himachal Pradesh
  2. Uttarakhand
  3. Kerala
  4. Tamil nadu

The Correct answer is Kerala.The Silent valley project is a hydroelectric Project adopted in the Silent valley area of Kerala. It is present in the Palakkad district of Kerala.

Q.12. In April 2016, the National Green Tribunal Suspended the Environmental Clearance given to the Proposed hydropower project in Arunachal Pradesh to save the ……………..

  1. Gayals
  2. Great Hornbills
  3. Medicinal Plants
  4. Black- Necked Cranes

Answer: The Correct answer is Black-necked Cranes. National green tribunal Suspended the environmental clearance to the calculated 780-Megawatt Hydropower project in Tawang District to save Black-necked Cranes. These are also known as ‘trung trung Karmo’.

Q.13. Place where the Threatened animals and plants are protected for special care is known as ?

  1. In situ Conservation
  2. Ex-Situ Conversation
  3. Wildlife Sanctuary
  4. National Park

The Correct answer is Ex-situ Conservation. Place where the Threatened animals and plants are protected for special care is termed as Ex-situ Conservation. The methods used for in Situ Conservation are:

  • Biosphere Reserves
  • National Parks
  • Wild-life Sanctuaries
  • Biodiversity Hotspots.

Q.14.In Bharatpur District which is known as the Animal Mascot?

  1. Cheetal Deer
  2. Sambar Deer
  3. Gharial
  4. Sarus Crane

Answer: The Sarus Crane is the correct option. It Represents the Bharatpur District. 

Q.15. Name the Place where the Mitti Bachao Movement started in india.

  1. Darbhanga, Bihar
  2. Mysore, Karnataka
  3. Thane, Maharashtra
  4. Hoshangabad, Madhya Pradesh

Answer: The Correct Option is Hoshangabad, Madhya Pradesh. It was started in 1977. This campaign mobilised local farmers to demand compensation for the lands affected.