MCQs: India's Environment & Ecology Initiatives (May 2026)

171.

The MISHTI (Mangrove Initiative for Shoreline Habitats & Tangible Incomes) initiative has reported a significant growth in mangrove cover. What is the primary aim of the MISHTI initiative?

A To promote aquaculture in coastal areas.

B To conserve and restore mangrove ecosystems along India's coastline.

C To develop tourism infrastructure in mangrove regions.

D To increase timber production from mangrove forests.

172.

Project Cheetah, which involves reintroducing cheetahs to India, is a collaboration between India and which other country, from where the initial cheetahs were brought?

A South Africa

B Namibia

C Botswana

D Kenya

173.

What is the primary goal of establishing a new breeding colony for cheetahs at Gandhi Sagar as part of Project Cheetah Phase III?

A To increase tourism in the region.

B To create a safe haven for cheetahs to breed and increase their population in India.

C To facilitate research on cheetah behavior in a new environment.

D To establish a gene bank for cheetahs.

174.

Project Cheetah, aimed at reintroducing cheetahs to India, is now entering Phase III with the establishment of a new breeding colony. Which national park/wildlife sanctuary is being developed as this new site?

A Kuno National Park, Madhya Pradesh

B Gandhi Sagar Wildlife Sanctuary, Madhya Pradesh

C Sariska Tiger Reserve, Rajasthan

D Bandhavgarh National Park, Madhya Pradesh

175.

The finalization of the draft for a Global Plastic Treaty at INC-6 signifies a crucial step towards international cooperation on which environmental issue?

A Climate Change Mitigation

B Biodiversity Loss

C Ocean Acidification

D Plastic Pollution

176.

Which of the following is NOT a key area of focus for the draft Global Plastic Treaty being negotiated?

A Reducing the production of primary plastic polymers.

B Promoting the use of microplastics in cosmetics.

C Addressing hazardous chemicals in plastic products.

D Ensuring sound waste management and recycling.

177.

The sixth session of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC-6) for a legally binding instrument on plastic pollution recently concluded. What is the primary objective of this treaty?

A To ban all single-use plastics globally by 2030.

B To reduce plastic production and consumption, and address plastic pollution throughout its lifecycle.

C To promote the development of biodegradable alternatives to plastics.

D To establish international standards for plastic recycling and waste management.

178.

The 'precautionary principle' in the context of invasive species suggests:

A Allowing introduction if potential harm is uncertain

B Taking preventive measures even with incomplete scientific certainty of harm

C Waiting for definitive proof of damage before acting

D Focusing only on species that have already caused significant damage

179.

Effective management of invasive species requires:

A A single agency responsible for all aspects

B Coordination among various government departments, research institutions, and local communities

C Focusing only on eradication after establishment

D Reliance solely on natural predators

180.

Which of the following is a crucial component of an enhanced national strategy against invasive species?

A Ignoring early detection and rapid response

B Strengthening border control and quarantine measures

C Promoting the introduction of new alien species

D Reducing public awareness campaigns

Environment & Ecology MCQs