Environment & Ecology MCQs

India's protected area network, comprising National Parks, Wildlife Sanctuaries, Conservation Reserves, and Community Reserves, covers approximately 5-6% of its total geographical area, playing a crucial role in biodiversity conservation.

The SIGHT programme focuses on providing financial incentives to boost the domestic manufacturing of electrolysers and the production of green hydrogen, thereby reducing costs and accelerating adoption.

Green hydrogen is produced through the electrolysis of water using electricity generated from renewable energy sources, ensuring minimal carbon emissions.

The National Green Hydrogen Mission targets a green hydrogen production capacity of 5 Million Metric Tonnes (MMT) per annum by 2030.

The Kasturirangan Committee was tasked with recommending measures for the conservation and protection of the Western Ghats ecosystem.

A biodiversity hotspot is defined by high levels of endemic species and significant loss of habitat, both of which characterize the Western Ghats.

The Global Environment Facility (GEF) has been a primary source of international funding for biodiversity projects in the Western Ghats, a global biodiversity hotspot.

The mission aims to develop a green hydrogen production capacity of at least 5 Million Metric Tonnes (MMT) per annum by 2030.

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) is the nodal ministry responsible for the implementation of the National Green Hydrogen Mission.

Phase II focuses on scaling up infrastructure, enhancing domestic manufacturing of electrolyzers, and achieving cost competitiveness for green hydrogen.