Environment & Ecology MCQs

Wetlands of international importance, recognized for their ecological significance, are designated as Ramsar Sites under the Ramsar Convention.

The Wetlands (Conservation and Management) Rules, 2017, provide a framework for the identification, conservation, and sustainable management of wetlands in India.

SBBs are responsible for implementing the provisions of the Biological Diversity Act within their respective states, which includes promoting the conservation and sustainable use of biodiversity, crucial for ecosystem restoration.

While the NBA's mandate is broad, regulating access and benefit sharing is a core function that indirectly supports ecosystem health by ensuring sustainable use and preventing overexploitation.

The Biological Diversity Act, 2002, established the NBA and provides the legal framework for the conservation, sustainable use, and equitable sharing of benefits arising from biological resources.

The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) is the nodal ministry for all climate change-related issues in India, including adaptation and mitigation.

The National Water Mission aims to ensure the sustainability of water resources, which is directly linked to adaptation strategies for water scarcity and extreme weather events.

India is a signatory to the Paris Agreement and actively works on its NDCs. The Sendai Framework also aligns with India's efforts in disaster risk reduction, which is crucial for climate adaptation.

The National Green Hydrogen Mission, approved in 2023, aims to achieve significant capacity additions by 2030 to decarbonize hard-to-abate sectors.

Green hydrogen is defined by the use of renewable energy (solar, wind, etc.) to power the electrolyzers, ensuring the process is carbon-neutral.