Environment & Ecology MCQs for UPSC, SSC, Banking Exams 2026

41.

What is the primary objective of the National Climate Resilience Plan (NCRP) introduced in 2026?

A To increase coal production for energy security

B To enhance adaptive capacity and reduce vulnerability to climate-induced disasters

C To promote industrialization in coastal regions

D To privatize national parks and wildlife sanctuaries

42.

Which ministry is primarily responsible for the implementation of India's National Climate Resilience Plan (NCRP) launched in 2026?

A Ministry of Earth Sciences

B Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change

C Ministry of Jal Shakti

D Ministry of Science and Technology

43.

Reports on the Western Ghats biodiversity often emphasize the role of local communities. What is a common strategy suggested for their involvement in conservation efforts?

A Displacing local communities from forest areas.

B Providing economic incentives for sustainable livelihood options.

C Restricting all traditional resource use.

D Ignoring traditional ecological knowledge.

44.

The Western Ghats, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is renowned for its exceptional biodiversity. What is a key recommendation often made in reports to ensure its protection?

A Promoting large-scale industrial development.

B Strengthening the connectivity between protected areas.

C Reducing the size of existing wildlife corridors.

D Encouraging monoculture plantations.

45.

A recent report in 2026 highlights the urgent need for biodiversity protection in the Western Ghats. Which of the following is a major threat identified in such reports concerning this region?

A Increased rainfall and monsoon intensity.

B Expansion of invasive alien species.

C Decreased human population density.

D Strict enforcement of conservation laws.

46.

Which Union Ministry in India is primarily responsible for the implementation of the National Wetland Restoration Mission 2.0?

A Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare

B Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change

C Ministry of Jal Shakti

D Ministry of Rural Development

47.

The National Wetland Restoration Mission 2.0 is a continuation and expansion of previous efforts. What is a key characteristic of this mission in 2026?

A It exclusively focuses on coastal wetlands.

B It incorporates advanced monitoring technologies and community participation.

C It mandates the complete prohibition of any human activity near wetlands.

D It prioritizes the development of infrastructure around wetlands.

48.

Considering the current context of 2026, which of the following is a primary objective of the National Wetland Restoration Mission 2.0, launched by the Indian government?

A To convert all wetlands into agricultural land for food security.

B To enhance the conservation and restoration of India's wetlands and their ecosystem services.

C To promote commercial tourism in all protected wetland areas.

D To reduce the number of Ramsar sites in India to focus resources.

49.

Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) for plastic packaging, a key policy tool to manage plastic waste, primarily mandates:

A Consumers to segregate plastic waste at source.

B Local municipalities to collect and process all plastic waste.

C Producers, importers, and brand-owners to be responsible for the collection and recycling of their plastic waste.

D Retailers to stop selling products packaged in plastic.

50.

In India, the nationwide ban on identified single-use plastic (SUP) items came into effect from which year?

A 2020

B 2021

C 2022

D 2023