Environment & Ecology MCQs

The term 'Third Pole' refers to the vast ice reserves of the Himalayas, comparable in scale to the ice masses of the Arctic and Antarctic regions.

While initially leading to increased water flow, the long-term melting threatens water security and can cause devastating floods due to the formation and bursting of glacial lakes.

The reports unequivocally link the accelerated melt to global warming driven by human activities and increased greenhouse gas concentrations.

The plan is designed to be comprehensive, covering all regions in India where mangroves are found, to ensure uniform conservation efforts.

The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change is the nodal ministry for conservation efforts in India, including mangrove protection.

The plan focuses on the conservation and restoration of mangrove ecosystems, which are vital for coastal protection and biodiversity.

Conservation efforts include establishing GIB Conservation Reserves and advocating for underground cabling of power lines in their habitats.

Habitat degradation and collision with power lines are identified as the most significant threats to the GIB.

The Great Indian Bustard's primary habitat is the arid and semi-arid grasslands of Rajasthan and Gujarat.

The Union Cabinet has approved an outlay of ₹19,744 crore for the National Green Hydrogen Mission.