The expansion of Project Tiger to include new reserves primarily aims to achieve which of the following for tiger conservation?
A Increase human-wildlife conflict by expanding tiger territories
B Fragment existing tiger habitats into smaller, isolated pockets
C Enhance genetic diversity and ensure long-term population viability across a wider landscape
D Promote commercial logging within core tiger habitats
Answer: C
Expanding tiger reserves helps create larger, connected habitats, which is crucial for maintaining genetic diversity, allowing tigers to disperse, and ensuring the long-term viability of their populations across a wider landscape.
182.
Which statutory body is responsible for the management and implementation of Project Tiger in India?
A Wildlife Institute of India (WII)
B National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA)
C Central Zoo Authority (CZA)
D Bombay Natural History Society (BNHS)
Answer: B
The National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) is a statutory body under the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, constituted under the provisions of the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972, for strengthening tiger conservation.
183.
Project Tiger, a landmark conservation initiative in India, was launched in which year?
A 1970
B 1973
C 1982
D 1992
Answer: B
Project Tiger was launched on April 1, 1973, with the aim of conserving tigers in their natural habitats.
184.
In India, which of the following initiatives is directly aimed at strengthening climate resilience at the state and local levels?
A National Action Plan on Climate Change (NAPCC)
B National Solar Mission
C National Mission for Enhanced Energy Efficiency
D National Mission for Sustainable Habitat
Answer: A
The National Action Plan on Climate Change (NAPCC) outlines eight national missions, many of which, like the National Mission for Sustainable Habitat and National Water Mission, contribute to building climate resilience at various levels.
185.
Which of the following is a key strategy for enhancing climate resilience against extreme weather events?
A Dismantling existing early warning systems
B Investing in robust infrastructure and nature-based solutions
C Encouraging construction in flood-prone areas without safeguards
D Reducing public awareness campaigns on climate risks
Answer: B
Investing in robust, climate-proof infrastructure and implementing nature-based solutions (like wetlands, mangroves) are crucial for enhancing resilience against extreme weather events.
186.
What is the primary objective of a National Climate Resilience Plan?
A To promote the use of fossil fuels for energy generation
B To mitigate and adapt to the adverse impacts of climate change and extreme weather events
C To increase industrial emissions for economic growth
D To reduce investment in renewable energy sources
Answer: B
A National Climate Resilience Plan aims to build the capacity of communities and infrastructure to withstand and recover from the impacts of climate change, including extreme weather events.
187.
An increase in India's forest cover primarily contributes to which of the following environmental benefits?
A Enhanced carbon sequestration and biodiversity conservation
B Increased soil erosion and desertification
C Reduced groundwater levels and increased air pollution
D Decreased rainfall and increased surface runoff
Answer: A
Increased forest cover leads to greater absorption of atmospheric carbon dioxide (carbon sequestration) and provides habitats for various species, thereby boosting biodiversity conservation.
188.
As per recent India State of Forest Reports, which category of forest cover has shown a consistent increase, contributing significantly to the overall rise in forest area?
A Very Dense Forest
B Moderately Dense Forest
C Open Forest
D Mangrove Forest
Answer: C
Recent ISFR reports indicate that 'Open Forest' category has shown a significant increase, often due to afforestation efforts and regeneration in degraded areas, contributing substantially to the overall increase in forest cover.
189.
Which organization is responsible for publishing the biennial India State of Forest Report (ISFR)?
A Forest Survey of India (FSI)
B Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC)
C Botanical Survey of India (BSI)
D Zoological Survey of India (ZSI)
Answer: A
The Forest Survey of India (FSI), under the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, is mandated to assess the forest and tree resources of the country and publish the India State of Forest Report (ISFR) biennially.
190.
Which of the following is a significant threat to biodiversity in the Western Ghats that a new conservation strategy would likely address?
A Volcanic eruptions
B Habitat fragmentation due to infrastructure development and agriculture
C Increased rainfall
D Natural forest fires
Answer: B
Habitat fragmentation caused by human activities like infrastructure projects (roads, dams) and agricultural expansion is a major driver of biodiversity loss in the Western Ghats.
