Environment and Ecology MCQs: August 2026 Practice

41.

The increase in tiger population in Corbett National Park is often attributed to which of the following conservation efforts?

A Increased human-wildlife conflict mitigation measures and habitat improvement.

B Reduced anti-poaching patrols and habitat fragmentation.

C Introduction of invasive species to boost prey base.

D Decreased funding for conservation projects.

42.

As per the latest tiger census data available up to 2026, which national park has witnessed a significant surge in its tiger population, making it a notable success story in tiger conservation?

A Jim Corbett National Park

B Ranthambore National Park

C Bandhavgarh National Park

D Kanha National Park

43.

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

44.

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

45.

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%

46.

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

A 75

B 80

C 85

D 90

47.

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

48.

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

49.

Effective implementation of a new coastal biodiversity conservation policy would heavily rely on the active participation of which key stakeholders?

A Only international environmental organizations.

B Large industrial corporations operating in coastal areas.

C Local fishing communities, coastal residents, and Panchayati Raj Institutions.

D Central government agencies exclusively.

50.

Which existing regulatory framework in India is fundamental to coastal zone management and would likely be strengthened or integrated into any new policy for coastal biodiversity conservation?

A Forest (Conservation) Act, 1980

B Wildlife Protection Act, 1972

C Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ) Notification

D Environmental (Protection) Act, 1986

Environment & Ecology MCQs