MCQs on Environment & Ecology: Wetlands & Himalayan Projects

1.

The 'SECURE Himalaya' project is supported by which international organization?

A World Bank

B United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)

C International Monetary Fund

D World Trade Organization

2.

Which of the following is a major challenge addressed by the Himalayan Ecosystem Restoration projects in 2026?

A Glacial retreat and water security

B Excessive forest cover

C Lack of mountain peaks

D Over-abundance of native species

3.

The 'National Mission on Himalayan Studies' (NMHS) primarily aims to:

A Promote large-scale mining in the Himalayas

B Enhance the sustainability and resilience of the Himalayan ecosystem

C Construct highways across all high-altitude passes

D Increase tourism capacity by 500%

4.

As of 2026, how many Ramsar sites are designated in India?

A 75

B 80

C 85

D 90

5.

Which ministry is the nodal agency for the implementation of the National Plan for Conservation of Aquatic Ecosystems (NPCA) 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 Promotion of eco-tourism and carbon stock enhancement

B Industrial expansion in buffer zones

C Conversion of wetlands into agricultural land

D Privatization of all Ramsar sites

Environment & Ecology MCQs - 2026-08-24