21. Fair and equitable sharing of benefits arising from the utilization of genetic resources is the objective of which of the following?
[A] Cartagena Protocol
[B] Advance Informed Agreement
[C] Nagoya—Kuala Lumpur Supplementary Protocol
[D] Nagoya Protocol
Answer: D [Nagoya Protocol]
Notes:
Fair and equitable sharing of benefits arising from the utilization of genetic resources is the objective of Nagoya Protocol. It aims to contribute to the conservation and sustainable use of biodiversity.
22. The Vienna Convention for the protection of the Ozone Layer was adopted in which of the following year?
[A] 1944
[B] 1985
[C] 1995
[D] 2005
Answer: B [1985]
Notes:
The Vienna Convention for the Protection of the Ozone Layer is a multilateral environmental agreement. It was adopted in the year 1985 and entered into force in 1988. It does not include legally binding reduction goals.
23. Which of the following statements are correct about Vertebrates?
1. They are animals with backbones and spinal columns.
2. They are the most advanced organisms on Earth.
3. They represent huge percentage of all animals present on Earth.
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1 & 2
[B] Only 2 & 3
[C] Only 1 & 3
[D] 1, 2 & 3
Answer: A [Only 1 & 2]
Notes:
Vertebrates are animals with backbones and spinal columns and they are the most advanced organisms on Earth. However, they represent very small percentage of all animals present on Earth.
24. Which of the following statements are correct regarding Angiosperms?
1) They are the closed-seeded plants.
2) They are vascular plants
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1
[B] Only 2
[C] Both 1 & 2
[D] Neither 1 & 2
Answer: C [Both 1 & 2]
Notes:
Angiosperms are vascular plants. They have stems, roots, and leaves. They are also called as the closed-seeded plants because the seeds remain within the fruits. These are the most highly developed plants.
25. Environment (Protection) Act was passed in which of the following years?
[A] 1985
[B] 1986
[C] 1987
[D] 1988
Answer: B [1986]
Notes:
Environment (Protection) Act was passed in 1986. Environmental (Protection) Act, 1986 has its genesis in Article 48A (Directive Principles of State Policy) and Article 51A (g) (Fundamental Duties) of the Indian Constitution.
26. Sarana is the local name of the sacred grove of which of the following states?
[A] Jharkhand
[B] Madhya Pradesh
[C] Chhattisgarh
[D] Bihar
Answer: A [Jharkhand]
Notes:
Sarana is the local name of the sacred grove of Jharkhand. They are total 29 in number. These sacred groves are central to the tribal communities’ culture and heritage. They are places of worship for the tribals in the state.
27. Which of the following statements are correct regarding Simplipal Biosphere Reserve?
1) It is situated in Orissa.
2) The biosphere reserve has the largest zone of Sal in all of India.
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1
[B] Only 2
[C] Both 1 & 2
[D] Neither 1 & 2
Answer: C [Both 1 & 2]
Notes:
Simplipal Biosphere Reserve is a national park and a tiger reserve in the Mayurbhanj district in the Indian state of Odisha. It is the 7th largest national park in India. Simplipal biosphere reserve has the largest zone of Sal in all of India.
28. Dachigam National Park is located in which of the following states?
[A] Jammu and Kashmir
[B] Uttarakhand
[C] Sikkim
[D] Himanchal Pradesh
Answer: A [Jammu and Kashmir]
Notes:
Dachigam National park is located in the Zabarwan Range of the western Himalayas, 22 kilometers from Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir. It is the only area where Kashmir stag is found.
29. Chandoli National Park is located in which of the following states?
[A] Uttarakhand
[B] Himanchal Pradesh
[C] Maharashtra
[D] Telangana
Answer: C [Maharashtra]
Notes:
Chandoli National Park is a National Park which is spread over Satara, Kolhapur, and Sangli Districts, Maharashtra State, India. It was established in May 2004. It is situated near the Chandoli Dam.
30. Which of the following are the effects of air pollution on vegetation?
1) It retards photosynthesis.
2) Sulphur dioxide causes chlorosis, plasmolysis, membrane damage and metabolic inhibition
3) Hydrocarbons such as ethylene cause premature leaf fall, fruit drop, etc;
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1 & 2
[B] Only 2 & 3
[C] Only 1 & 3
[D] 1, 2 & 3
Answer: D [1, 2 & 3]
Notes:
Air pollution not only affects human health but also affects vegetation a lot. It retards photosynthesis. Sulphur dioxide causes chlorosis, plasmolysis, membrane damage and metabolic inhibition and Hydrocarbons such as ethylene cause premature leaf fall, fruit drop, etc;
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