Environmental Awareness and Geography Quiz

Questions and Answers

What is the date on which World Wetlands Day is celebrated each year?

2nd February (correct)

5th June

22nd April

22nd March

Which assertion about the Western Ghats is true?

Western Ghats are primarily a desert region.

Western Ghats have no endemic species.

Western Ghats show low endemic species richness.

Western Ghats are known for their biodiversity. (correct)

In which year was the Karnataka State Pollution Control Board established?

1972

1986 (correct)

1974

1981

What is the correct statement regarding assertion and reason about the Western Ghats?

Assertion is true, but the reason is false. Signup and view all the answers

What does the acronym UNFCC stand for in relation to global warming conventions?

United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change Signup and view all the answers

Which country hosted the World Environment Day in the year 2021?

India Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not related to the concept of endemic species?

Species that migrate across regions. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements regarding endemic species in the Western Ghats is correct?

Endemic species are exclusively found in the Western Ghats. Signup and view all the answers

Which statement about Fundamental Rights is correct?

Fundamental Rights can be limited through ordinary laws Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of Keshavananda Bharati's petition?

It led to the definition of the basic structure doctrine Signup and view all the answers

Which of these authors is known for writing in Kannada?

Ranaraga Signup and view all the answers

What is NOT a characteristic of the basic structure doctrine?

It restricts judicial interventions Signup and view all the answers

Who is NOT associated with the authorship of the Panchatantra?

Bhavabhuti Signup and view all the answers

Which of these is a false statement regarding the Parliament's powers?

Parliament has the power to override judicial decisions Signup and view all the answers

Which concept is primarily associated with citizen rights in a democracy?

Fundamental Rights Signup and view all the answers

Which of these writers is known for ancient Indian literature?

Vakpati Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following States is the leading producer of iron ore?

Jharkhand Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following States does not have a High Court of its own?

Sikkim Signup and view all the answers

The Constituent Assembly was set up according to the proposals of which mission?

Cabinet Mission Signup and view all the answers

The term 'Development Administration' was coined by whom?

F.W. Riggs Signup and view all the answers

Which language was added to the list of regional languages by the 21st Amendment?

Dogri Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following languages is NOT one of the officially recognized regional languages in India?

Esperanto Signup and view all the answers

Which State is NOT traditionally known for major iron ore production?

Maharashtra Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a function performed by a State High Court?

Issuing ordinances Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the remote controlled medical trolley introduced by the Indian Railways to help Covid-19 patients?

MEDBOT Signup and view all the answers

Which ruler is associated with the title 'Sri Krishnadevaraya'?

Devaraya-I Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following states is mentioned alongside Tamil Nadu?

Maharashtra Signup and view all the answers

In which year did the Mysore State Iron Works come into existence?

1948 Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following options does NOT belong to the list provided?

Chandragupta Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a name attributed to a ruler mentioned in the context?

Devaraya-III Signup and view all the answers

Where was the Mysore State Iron Works established?

Bhadravathi Signup and view all the answers

Which option represents an alternative name for a ruler associated with Tamil Nadu?

Rajendra Chola Signup and view all the answers

Which Article of the Indian Constitution allows the Panchayat authority to levy, collect and distribute taxes, tariffs and fines?

Article 243H Signup and view all the answers

What is one of Arthur Lewis's significant contributions?

Developing methods for solving disguised unemployment Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not mentioned as a focus of Arthur Lewis's work?

Management of industrial labor Signup and view all the answers

What type of unemployment is specifically addressed in Arthur Lewis's contributions?

Disguised unemployment Signup and view all the answers

Under which Article would the Panchayat authority be primarily involved in the distribution of resources?

Article 243G Signup and view all the answers

Which targeted area of economic growth involves transitioning surplus labor from rural to urban settings?

Urbanization Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following Articles deals with the structure of the Panchayat system?

Article 243B Signup and view all the answers

What kind of economic issue does Arthur Lewis address through his theories?

Underutilization of labor in developing economies Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Environmental Awareness and Organizations

World Wetlands Day is celebrated on 2nd February annually.
The Karnataka State Pollution Control Board (KSPCB) was established in 1981.
The full form of UNFCCC is United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change.

Natural Resources and Geography

The Western Ghats are known for a high richness of endemic species.
Not all species are confined to the Western Ghats; multiple regions host endemic species.
Chhattisgarh is recognized as the leading producer of iron ore in India.
Sikkim is one of the states without a High Court of its own.

Historical Context and Development

The Constituent Assembly was set up according to the Cabinet Mission proposals.
'Development Administration' was coined by F.W. Riggs.
The foundational case by Keshavananda Bharati established that basic structure of the Constitution cannot be amendable.

Language and Literature

Kannada versions of the Panchatantra were penned by various authors, including Ranaraga.

Medical Innovation

The Indian Railways introduced a remote-controlled medical trolley called MEDBOT to assist COVID-19 patients.

Socio-Economic Contributions

Arthur Lewis is known for contributions towards developing solutions for disguised unemployment.

Article References (Indian Constitution)

Article 243H pertains to the powers of Panchayati Raj institutions regarding taxes, tariffs, and fines.
Article 243G outlines the powers to prepare plans for economic development and social justice at the local level.

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Test your knowledge on environmental awareness, significant geographical regions, and historical context in India. This quiz covers topics like wetlands, endemic species, and constitutional development. Challenge yourself and learn about the vital organizations and resources shaping our planet.