Environment and Ecology MCQs: October 2026 Practice

1.

The 2026 report suggests that to mitigate the vulnerability of the Himalayan ecosystem, India should prioritize:

A Large-scale industrialization in the mountain regions.

B Promoting sustainable tourism and strict regulations on infrastructure development.

C Reducing investment in renewable energy sources.

D Ignoring the impact of climate change on glaciers.

2.

According to the 2026 report on Himalayan vulnerability, what are the potential consequences of the ecosystem's degradation?

A Increased biodiversity and species richness.

B Reduced water availability for downstream regions and increased risk of natural disasters.

C Stabilization of local climate patterns.

D Enhanced agricultural productivity in the plains.

3.

A recent report in 2026 has highlighted the increasing vulnerability of the Himalayan ecosystem. Which of the following is identified as a major threat?

A Increased volcanic activity in the region.

B Rapid glacial melt due to climate change and unsustainable development.

C A sudden decrease in rainfall patterns.

D The spread of a new, highly resistant plant disease.

4.

The 2026 biodiversity conservation initiative in India is expected to significantly impact which of the following?

A Only the agricultural sector.

B The economic development of remote tribal areas.

C The management of invasive alien species.

D All of the above.

5.

Which of the following is a key component of India's new biodiversity conservation initiative launched in 2026?

A Focus on marine biodiversity only.

B Integration of traditional ecological knowledge with modern conservation techniques.

C Emphasis on species reintroduction programs in urban areas.

D Creation of a global biodiversity fund.

6.

In 2026, India launched a new biodiversity conservation initiative aimed at protecting endangered species and their habitats. What is the primary objective of this initiative?

A To promote ecotourism and wildlife safaris.

B To establish a national network of protected areas and enhance community involvement in conservation.

C To develop new technologies for wildlife tracking and monitoring.

D To facilitate international collaboration on biodiversity research.

Environment & Ecology MCQs - 2026-10-04