Biodiversity MCQs with Answers Set 4: Environment and Ecology Quiz

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Question 1. In which of the following states is lion-tailed macaque found in its natural habitat?

1. Tamil Nadu
2. Kerala
3. Karnataka
4. Andhra Pradesh
   

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

(A) 1, 2 and 3

(B) Only 2

(C) 1, 3 and 4

(D) All of these

Question 2. 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 ecosystem and biodiversity.
   

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

(A) Only 1 and 2

(B) Only 3

(C) Only 2 and 3

(D) 1, 2 and 3

Question 3. Consider the following.

1. Bats
2. Bears
3. Rodents
   

The phenomenon of hibernation can be observed in which of the above kinds of animals?

(A) Only 1 and 2

(B) Only 2

(C) 1, 2 and 3

(D) Hibernation cannot be observed in any of the above

Question 4. Consider the following.

1. Black-necked crane
2. Cheetah
3. Flying squirrel
4. Snow Leopard
   

Which of the above are naturally found in India?

(A) 1, 2 and 3

(B) 1, 3 and 4

(C) 2 and 4

(D) 1, 2, 3 and 4

Question 5. Consider the following statements.

1. Salt-water crocodile is found in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
2. Shrew and tapir are found in the Western Ghats of the Malabar region.
   

(A) Only 1

(B) Only 2

(C) Both 1 and 2

(D) Neither 1 nor 2

Question 6. Consider the following statements.

1. Biodiversity is normally greater in the lower latitudes as compared to the higher latitudes.
2. Along the mountain gradients, biodiversity is normally greater in the lower latitudes as compared to the higher latitudes.
   

Which of the statements given above is/are correct? 

(A) Only 1

(B) Only 2

(C) Both 1 and 2

(D) Neither 1 nor 2

Question 7. Concerning a conservation organization called ‘Wetlands International’, which of the following statements is/are correct?

1. It is an intergovernmental organization formed by the countries which are signatories to Ramsar Convention.
   
2. It works at the ground level to develop and mobilize knowledge and use the practical experience to advocate for better policies.
   

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

(A) Only 1

(B) Only 2

(C) Both 1 and 2

(D) Neither 1 nor 2

Question 8. Consider the following statements.

1. In India, Red Panda is naturally found in the Western Himalayas only.
   
2. In India, slow loris lives in the dense forests of the North-East.
   

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(A) Only 1

(B) Only 2

(C) Both 1 and 2

(D) Neither 1 nor 2

Question 9. Which of the following can be threats to the biodiversity of a geographical area?

1. 1. Global warming
2. Fragmentation of habitat
3. Invasion of alien species
4. Promotion of vegetarianism.
   

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

(A) 1, 2 and 3

(B) 2 and 3

(C) 1 and 4

(D) 1, 2, 3 and 4

Question 10. Concerning the wetlands of India, consider the following statements.

1. The country’s total geographical area under the category of wetlands is recorded more in Gujarat as compared to other States.
   
2. In India, the total geographical area of coastal wetlands larger than that of the total is inland area of wetlands.
   

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

(A) Only 1

(B) Only 2

(C) 1 and 2

(D) Neither 1 nor 2

Question 11. Consider the following international agreements.

1. The International Treaty on Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture.
   
2. The United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification
   
3. The World Heritage Convention
   

Which of the above has/had a beating on the biodiversity?

(A) Only 1 and 2

(B) Only 3

(C) Only 1 and 3

(D) 1, 2 and 3

Question 12. Consider the following statements.

1. Biodiversity hotspots are located only in tropical regions.
2. India has four biodiversity hotspots i.e., Eastern Himalayas, Western Himalayas, Western Ghats and Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
   

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(A) Only 1

(B) Only 2

(C) Both 1 and 2

(D) Neither 1 nor 2

Question 13. Consider the following regions.

1. Eastern Himalayas
2. Eastern Mediterranean region
3. North-Western Australia
   

Which of the above is/are Biodiversity Hotspot(s)? 

(A) Only 1

(B) 1 and 2

(C) 2 and 3

(D) 1, 2 and 3

Question 14. The ‘Red Data Books’ published by the International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources (IUCN) contain lists of:

1. Endemic plant and animal species present in the biodiversity hotspots.
   
2. Threatened plant and animal species.
   
3. Protected sites for conservation of nature and natural resources in various countries.
   

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

(A) 1 and 3

(B) Only 2

(C) 2 and 3

(D) Only 3

Question 15. Which of the following regions of India has been designated as biodiversity hot spots?

1. Eastern Himalaya
2. Eastern Ghat
3. Western Ghat
4. Western Himalaya
   

Select the correct answer from the code given below.

(A) Only 1 and 2

(B) Only 1 and 3

(C) Only 2 and 4

(D) Only 3 and 4

Question 16. Which of the following statements about Sikkim are true?

1. It became an integral part of India in 1975.
   
2. It is considered as a botanist paradise.
   
3. Its population is mainly made up of the Lepchas.
   

Select the correct answer from the code given below.

(A) Only 1

(B) 1 and 2

(C) 2 and 3

(D) 1, 2 and 3

Question 17. While India’s Human population is growing at an astounding pace, the bird population is shrinking fastly mainly because:

1. There has been an abnormal increase in the number of hunters.
2. Bio-pesticides and organic manure are being used on a large scale.
3. There has been large-scale reduction in the habitats of the birds.
4. There has been a large-scale use of pesticides, chemical fertilizers and mosquito repellents.
   

Select your answer correctly using the code given below.

(A) 1 and 2 are correct

(B) 2 and 3 are correct

(C) 3 and 4 are correct

(D) 1 and 4 are correct

Question 18. Which of the following have coralreefs?

1. Andaman and Nicobar Islands
2. Gulf of Kachchh
3. Gulf of Mannar
4. Sunderban
   

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

(A) 1, 2 and 3

(B) 2 and 4

(C) 1 and 3

(D) 1, 2, 3 and 4

Question 19. Which of the following wetlands are designated as Ramsar sites?

1. 1. Chilka Lake
2. Wuller Lake
3. Keoladeo
4. Loktak
   

Select the correct answer from the code given below.

(A) Only 1 and 2

(B) Only 2 and 3

(C) 1, 2 and 3

(D) All of these