Environment & Ecology MCQs: Wetland Conservation, Air Quality

1.

What is the classification of cities under the NCAP that do not meet the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS)?

A Attainment Cities

B Non-Attainment Cities

C Polluted Zones

D Critical Air Zones

2.

Which portal is used for tracking the progress of the National Clean Air Programme (NCAP) in India?

A PRANA

B VAYU

C SWATCH

D AQI-India

3.

The National Clean Air Programme (NCAP) aims to reduce particulate matter (PM10 and PM2.5) concentrations by what percentage by 2026?

A 20-30%

B 40% or more

C 10-15%

D 50-60%

4.

As of 2026, what is the primary objective of the 'Wetland Mitras' program?

A To provide financial loans to wetland owners

B To engage citizens in the protection and management of wetlands

C To build luxury resorts near Ramsar sites

D To export wetland flora to international markets

5.

Which ministry is the nodal agency for the implementation of the 'Save Wetlands Campaign' in India?

A Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare

B Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change

C Ministry of Jal Shakti

D Ministry of Earth Sciences

6.

Under the 'Amrit Dharohar' initiative, which is a key focus area for wetland conservation in India as of 2026?

A Promoting eco-tourism and carbon sequestration

B Industrial expansion in buffer zones

C Converting wetlands into agricultural land

D Strict prohibition of all human activities

Environment & Ecology MCQs - 2026-08-12