Environment & Ecology MCQs: Climate, Wildlife, and Conservation

471.

Which of the following sectors are identified as early adopters or beneficiaries of green hydrogen in India?

A Textile manufacturing and agriculture

B Refining, fertilizers, and steel

C Information technology and telecommunications

D Automotive manufacturing and aviation

472.

The concept of 'Green Hydrogen Hubs' aims to:

A Concentrate production, storage, and transportation infrastructure for green hydrogen

B Establish research centers for fossil fuel extraction

C Develop new coal mining sites

D Promote the use of nuclear energy

473.

What type of incentives are being offered under the new policy framework for green hydrogen production?

A Tax exemptions on fossil fuel consumption

B Production-linked incentives (PLI) for electrolyzer manufacturing and hydrogen production

C Subsidies for traditional energy sources

D Import duties on renewable energy equipment

474.

Which ministry in India is primarily responsible for the National Green Hydrogen Mission?

A Ministry of Power

B Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change

C Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE)

D Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas

475.

What is the primary objective of India's National Green Hydrogen Mission as of early 2026?

A To increase coal-based power generation

B To make India a global hub for green hydrogen production and export

C To promote the use of natural gas in industries

D To reduce the reliance on solar energy

476.

For the success of global coral reef restoration efforts, what is considered crucial?

A Sole reliance on technological advancements

B A coordinated global response encompassing science, policy, and community engagement

C Increased fishing activities to stimulate reef growth

D Focusing solely on the Great Barrier Reef

477.

The concept of 'assisted evolution' in coral restoration aims to:

A Introduce new species of algae to the reef ecosystem

B Develop corals better adapted to warmer waters

C Create artificial coral structures that mimic natural formations

D Increase the reproductive rate of existing coral populations

478.

The role of healthy coral reefs in coastal protection is described as:

A Enhancing the impact of tsunamis

B Acting as natural barriers against storm surges and erosion

C Increasing the salinity of coastal waters

D Promoting the growth of invasive seaweed species

479.

Emerging technologies in coral reef monitoring mentioned include the use of:

A Submarines equipped with sonar

B Satellite imagery with advanced spectral analysis

C Drones

D Acoustic sensors deployed in deep trenches

480.

Which of the following is considered a root cause of ocean warming, according to the text?

A Increased solar radiation

B Deforestation of coastal mangroves

C Mitigation of greenhouse gas emissions

D Aggressive mitigation of greenhouse gas emissions