Environment Ecology

Q641.Sanctuary famous for Rhinoceros

Q642.Which one of the following countries celebrates the National Cleanliness Day on last Saturday of the every month?

Q643.If a wetland of international importance is brought under the ‘Montreux Record’, what does it imply?

Q644.In which of the following National Parks of India Rhinoceros rehablitation is being done?

Q645.Which one of the following has been recognized as a Mega diverse country?

Q646.As an ecosystem, wetlands are useful for which of the following?

Q647.Recently there was a proposal to translocate some of the lions from their natural habitat in Gujarat to which one of the following sites?

Q648.Which of the following is called ‘grave year of Dinosaurs’?

Q649.The annual production of biomass is minimal in which of the environment.

Q650.Which of the following is not correctly matched?

Q651.The ‘Eco Mark’ Scheme was launched in 1991 to encourage consumers to buy products of less harmful environmental impact. Which one of the following consumer products is not notified under this Scheme?

Q652.Biodiversity forms the basis for human existence in the following ways. 1. Soil formation 2. Prevention of soil erosion 3. Recycling of waste 4. Pollination of crops Select the correct answer using the code given below.

Q653.Select the State from amongst the following, with the maximum number of wildlife sanctuaries. (National Park and Sanctuaries)

Q654.Which Indian scientist is recognised by ‘UNEP’ as Father of Economic Ecology?

Q655.How does National Biodiversity Authority (NBA) help in protecting the Indian agriculture? 1. NBA checks the biopiracy and protects the indigenous and traditional genetic resources. 2. NBA directly monitors and supervises the scientific research on genetic modification of crop plants. 3. Application for Intellectual Property Rights related to genetic/biological resources cannot be made without the approval of NBA. Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

Q656.Which one among the following has the maximum number of National Parks?

Q657.Which one of the following is evergreen fruit plant?

Q658.The Government of India encourages the cultivation of ‘sea buckthorn’. What is the importance of this plant? 1. It helps in controlling soil erosion and in preventing desertification. 2. It is a rich source of biodiesel. 3. It has nutritional value and is well-adapted to grow in cold areas of high altitudes. 4. Its timber is of great commercial value. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Q659.Which one of the following States has the ideal habitat for the Siberian crane?

Q660.Weather monitering device SODAR is established at