Multiple Choice Quiz Questions (MCQs) on Environment & Biodiversity for General Studies and GK preparation of SSC, NDA, CDS, UPSC and State PSC Exams.
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Multiple Choice Quiz Questions (MCQs) on Environment & Biodiversity
1. Ol Doinyo Lengai volcano, recently seen in the news, is located in which country?
[A] Indonesia
[B] Malaysia
[C] Vietnam
[D] Tanzania
Answer: D [Tanzania]
2. Clouded Leopard, recently seen in the news, is the state animal of which northeastern state?
[A] Manipur
[B] Nagaland
[C] Meghalaya
[D] Assam
Answer: C [Meghalaya]
3. Great Barrier Reef, recently seen in news, is located in which country?
[A] New Zealand
[B] Australia
[C] India
[D] Maldives
Answer: B
4. Asceua tertia, recently seen in the news, belongs to which species?
[A] Spider
[B] Frog
[C] Fish
[D] Ant
Answer: A
5. Namdapha Tiger Reserve, recently seen in the news, is located in which state?
[A] Assam
[B] Karnataka
[C] Arunachal Pradesh
[D] Odisha
Answer: C
6. Typhoon Ampil has hit which country recently?
[A] France
[B] China
[C] Japan
[D] India
Answer: C
7. What is ‘Slow Loris’, recently seen in news?
[A] Primate
[B] Spider
[C] Frog
[D] Snake
Answer: A
8. ‘Typhoon Shanshan’ has hit which country recently?
[A] China
[B] India
[C] Japan
[D] Australia
Answer: C
9. What are “Globba tyrnaensis and Globba janakiae”, recently seen in news?
[A] New species of medicinal herbs
[B] New species of plants from the ginger family
[C] Rare species of cactus
[D] Newly discovered species of frogs
Answer: B
10. Recently, the 5th International Day of Clean Air for Blue Skies, also known as Swachh Vayu Diwas, is observed on which day?
[A] 1 September 2024
[B] 5 September 2024
[C] 7 September 2024
[D] 10 September 2024
Answer: C
11. Which of the following states are traversed by the Western Ghats?
1. Gujarat
2. Maharashtra
3. Karnataka
4. Rajasthan
5. Tamil Nadu
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
(a) 1, 2, 3 and 5 only
(b) 1, 3 and 4 only
(c) 2, 4 and 5 only
(d) 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5
Answer: a
12. Phytoplankton plays a crucial role in the ‘Biological Carbon Pump’ primarily by:
(a) Decomposing organic matter on the ocean floor.
(b) Releasing oxygen into the atmosphere through respiration.
(c) Transferring carbon dioxide from the atmosphere to the ocean.
(d) Facilitating nutrient cycling in marine ecosystems.
Answer: c
13. Khichan and Menar, recently designated as new Ramsar Sites, are located in which Indian state?
(a) Gujarat
(b) Rajasthan
(c) Madhya Pradesh
(d) Maharashtra
Answer: b
14. ‘Greater Flamingo Sanctuary’ has been declared in which of the following Indian States?
(a) Gujarat
(b) Meghalaya
(c) Odisha
(d) Tamil Nadu
Answer: d
15. With reference to the agricultural pathogen Fusarium graminearum, consider the following statements:
1. It produces Vomitoxin (Deoxynivalenol), which is harmful to humans and livestock.
2. It primarily affects only fruit crops and has no impact on cereals.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: a
16. With reference to Stratospheric Aerosol Injection (SAI), consider the following statements:
1. It involves injecting aerosols into the troposphere to increase cloud formation and precipitation.
2. Sulfur dioxide is the most commonly proposed aerosol for SAI.
3. One of the proposed delivery methods of aerosols is through high-altitude aircraft.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
Answer: b
17. With reference to the 30×30 target, consider the following statements:
1. It is one of the 30 goals under the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework.
2. It aims to conserve and manage at least 30% of terrestrial, inland water, marine, and coastal areas.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: b
18. Which of the following statements regarding Parasitic Wasps is/are correct?
1. They are found only in the family Ichneumonidae.
2. They play an important role in controlling pest populations.
3. They are social insects and live in colonies.
Select the correct answer using the code below:
(a) 2 only
(b) 1 and 3 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
Answer: a
19. With reference to Amoeba, which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. It is a type of single-celled microscopic organism that belongs to the group protozoa.
2. They reproduce asexually through binary fission, where the cell splits into two.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: c
20. What is cryptobiosis in tardigrades?
(a) Rapid cell division under stress
(b) Production of toxins for defense
(c) A survival strategy where metabolic activity nearly stops
(d) Process of rapid reproduction
Answer: c
21. Which of the following statements about Project Cheetah is/are correct?
1. It is the world’s first intercontinental large wild carnivore translocation project.
2. The project has actively involved local communities, providing direct and indirect employment opportunities.
3. It operates under the umbrella of Project Tiger.
Select the correct answer using the code below:
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
Answer: d
22. With reference to ocean acidification, which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. It is caused by the absorption of carbon dioxide by seawater.
2. It leads to an increase in ocean pH, making the oceans more alkaline.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: a
23. With reference to Eco-Sensitive Zones (ESZs) in India, consider the following statements:
1. They are notified by the Ministry of Environment, Forests and Climate Change (MoEFCC) under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986.
2. All human activities, including agriculture and organic farming, are prohibited in ESZs.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: a
24. Consider the following statements with reference to Emperor Penguins
1. They are the biggest of the 18 species of penguin.
2. They are found in Ross Sea and Weddell Sea.
3. The IUCN Red List of threatened species classifies them as Vulnerable.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
(a) Only one
(b) Only two
(c) All the three
(d) None
Answer: b
25. Consider the following statements regarding Lake Natron:
1. Lake Natron’s extreme alkalinity is primarily due to volcanic activity from Ol Doinyo Lengai.
2. The lake is a significant breeding ground for flamingos and is recognized under the Ramsar Convention.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: c