UPSC Environment & Ecology Questions

Which of the following are in Agasthyamala Biosphere Reserve?

Which one of the following National Parks lies completely in the temperate alpine zone?

With reference to the management of minor minerals in India, consider the following statements: 1. Sand is a ‘minor mineral’ according to the prevailing law in …

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 C…

"Momentum for Change: Climate Neutral Now" is an initiative launched by

The term "sixth mass extinction/sixth extinction" is often mentioned in the news in the context of the discussion of

The Partnership for Action on Green Economy (PAGE), a UN mechanism to assist countries transition towards greener and more inclusive economies, emerged at

Consider the following: 1. Birds 2. Dust blowing 3. Rain 4. Wind blowing Which of the above spread plant diseases?

With reference to the Genetically Modified mustard (GM mustard) developed in India, consider the following statements: 1. GM mustard has the genes of a soil bac…

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 h…

Which of the following statements best describes "carbon fertilisation"?

In the context of which of the following do some scientists suggest the use of cirrus cloud thinning technique and the injection of sulphate aerosol into the st…

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 C…

"Momentum for Change: Climate Neutral Now" is an initiative launched by

The Partnership for Action on Green Economy (PAGE), a UN mechanism to assist countries transition towards greener and more inclusive economies, emerged at

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. Lo…

Which of the following leaf modifications occur(s) in desert areas to inhibit water loss? 1. Hard and waxy leaves 2. Tiny leaves 3. Thorns instead of leaves Sel…

In which one of the following States is Pakhui Wildlife Sanctuary located?

Why is a plant called Prosopis juliflora often mentioned in the news?

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?