MCQs on Environment & Ecology: Green Hydrogen & Wetlands

1.

The National Policy for Urban Wetland Conservation emphasizes the importance of community participation. What role can local communities play in wetland conservation?

A Only reporting pollution incidents.

B Monitoring wetland health, raising awareness, and participating in restoration activities.

C Developing commercial projects on wetland boundaries.

D Discouraging tourism and recreational activities.

2.

Which of the following is NOT typically considered a benefit provided by urban wetlands?

A Flood mitigation and water storage.

B Habitat for diverse flora and fauna.

C Increased air pollution.

D Groundwater recharge.

3.

The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) has launched a National Policy for Urban Wetland Conservation. What is a key objective of this policy?

A To promote the conversion of urban wetlands into commercial real estate.

B To protect and conserve urban wetlands for their ecological and hydrological benefits.

C To drain all urban wetlands to create more urban space.

D To allow unrestricted industrial development around urban wetlands.

4.

Which ministry is primarily responsible for the implementation of India's National Green Hydrogen Mission?

A Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC)

B Ministry of Power

C Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE)

D Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas

5.

What is the primary method for producing Green Hydrogen?

A Steam methane reforming using natural gas.

B Electrolysis of water using renewable energy sources.

C Gasification of coal.

D Combustion of biomass.

6.

India has recently surpassed its initial targets for Green Hydrogen production. Which of the following is a primary goal of India's National Green Hydrogen Mission?

A To become the world's largest exporter of fossil fuels.

B To reduce dependence on imported fossil fuels and promote renewable energy.

C To increase the use of coal in the energy sector.

D To focus solely on nuclear energy for power generation.

7.

Beyond temperature reduction, what is another significant benefit of expanding green cover in urban areas?

A Increased air pollution due to pollen.

B Reduced stormwater runoff and improved air quality.

C Higher energy consumption for cooling.

D Decreased biodiversity and habitat loss.

8.

Which of the following is NOT a common strategy for urban heat mitigation through green cover expansion?

A Planting trees along streets and in parks.

B Developing green roofs and vertical gardens.

C Replacing permeable surfaces with impervious concrete.

D Creating urban forests and green corridors.

9.

The 'Urban Heat Island' (UHI) effect primarily refers to:

A A phenomenon where rural areas are significantly warmer than urban areas.

B The increased temperature in urban areas compared to surrounding rural areas due to human activities and built structures.

C The cooling effect observed in cities due to large water bodies.

D A natural geological formation causing localized heat.

10.

The primary objective of updating India's National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan (NBSAP) is to:

A Focus solely on marine biodiversity conservation.

B Integrate biodiversity concerns into sectoral and cross-sectoral policies and plans.

C Promote the use of genetically modified organisms in agriculture.

D Establish new national parks and wildlife sanctuaries exclusively.

Environment & Ecology MCQs