Environment & Ecology MCQs: Agriculture, Biodiversity, Pollution

1.

As of 2026, the designation of new National Parks is often linked to which of the following international conservation goals?

A Promoting ecotourism for revenue generation

B Achieving Aichi Biodiversity Targets or Post-2020 Global Biodiversity Framework targets

C Expanding agricultural land for food security

D Facilitating infrastructure development

2.

Which of the following is a key criterion for designating an area as a National Park in India?

A High population density

B Significant ecological, floral, and faunal importance

C Proximity to major cities

D Availability of mineral resources

3.

In recent years, the designation of new National Parks in India primarily aims to protect which of the following?

A Urban development zones

B Areas with high biodiversity and endemic species

C Industrial manufacturing hubs

D Agricultural expansion lands

4.

As of 2026, which of the following is NOT a key component or focus area of the National Mission for Sustainable Agriculture (NMSA)?

A Soil health management

B Water use efficiency

C Crop diversification

D Development of large-scale industrial agriculture parks

5.

Which of the following is a primary objective of the National Mission for Sustainable Agriculture (NMSA)?

A To promote genetically modified crops for higher yields.

B To increase the use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides.

C To enhance agricultural productivity and resource use efficiency.

D To shift agriculture entirely to urban areas.

6.

The National Mission for Sustainable Agriculture (NMSA) is a sub-mission under which of the following national missions launched by the Government of India?

A National Action Plan on Climate Change (NAPCC)

B National Water Mission

C National Mission for Green India

D National Mission for Enhanced Energy Efficiency

Environment & Ecology MCQs - 2026-08-08