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51.
The "Swachh Sagar, Surakshit Sagar" campaign, an initiative to combat plastic pollution in coastal ecosystems, was launched with the primary objective of:
A Promoting deep-sea fishing activities.
B Conducting a 75-day citizen-led coastal clean-up drive across 75 beaches.
C Establishing new marine protected areas.
D Developing advanced technologies for ocean plastic recycling.
52.
As of early 2026, India is a signatory to the Ramsar Convention. What is the significance of a site being designated as a 'Ramsar Site'?
A It signifies the site as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
B It identifies wetlands of international importance.
C It grants exclusive fishing rights to local communities.
D It declares the site as a national park.
53.
Which of the following is the primary legal framework governing wetland conservation and management in India?
A Wildlife Protection Act, 1972
B Environment (Protection) Act, 1986
C Wetland (Conservation and Management) Rules, 2017
D Biological Diversity Act, 2002
54.
The "Amrit Dharohar" scheme, recently launched by the Indian government, is primarily associated with the conservation and optimal use of which ecological feature?
A Mountain ecosystems
B Desert flora and fauna
C Wetlands
D Coastal mangroves
55.
Which Indian state recorded the highest tiger population as per the 2022 All India Tiger Estimation report?
A Karnataka
B Uttarakhand
C Maharashtra
D Madhya Pradesh
56.
According to the latest All India Tiger Estimation (AITE) report released in April 2023, what was the estimated average tiger population in India?
A 2,967
B 3,167
C 3,682
D 3,925
57.
What is the primary mandate of the National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) in India?
A To conduct wildlife tourism promotions in tiger reserves.
B To provide statutory authority to Project Tiger and ensure its effective implementation.
C To manage the financial aspects of all national parks in India.
D To regulate international trade of tiger products.
58.
Approximately how many non-attainment cities are currently covered under the National Clean Air Programme (NCAP) for targeted air quality improvement efforts?
A 80
B 100
C 131
D 150
59.
Which of the following are the primary air pollutants targeted for reduction under India's National Clean Air Programme (NCAP)?
A Carbon Monoxide and Sulfur Dioxide
B Ozone and Nitrogen Oxides
C Particulate Matter (PM2.5 and PM10)
D Lead and Ammonia
60.
The National Clean Air Programme (NCAP) has revised its target for particulate matter concentration reduction. What is the new target percentage and the revised target year for non-attainment cities?
A 30% reduction by 2025
B 40% reduction by 2026
C 50% reduction by 2027
D 25% reduction by 2024
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