Environmental Science Quiz - India
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Which biogeographic zone covers the largest area in India?

  • The Gangetic plain (correct)
  • The coasts
  • The Deccan peninsula
  • The Western Ghats
  • Which of the following is recognized as a biological hotspot in India?

  • The Eastern Ghats
  • The Sunderbans in West Bengal
  • Bhitar Kanika in Odisha
  • The Western Ghats (correct)
  • Which one of the following is NOT an indirect use value of biodiversity?

  • Non-consumptive value
  • Aesthetic value (correct)
  • Cultural and religious value
  • Bequest value
  • Which one of the following is NOT classified as a non-conventional source of energy?

    <p>Atomic energy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which area in India is considered to be most suitable for geothermal energy?

    <p>The North-Western Himalaya</p> Signup and view all the answers

    More than half of India's energy needs are met by which of the following sources?

    <p>Coal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following energy sources is considered non-renewable?

    <p>Fossil fuels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which ecological zone in India is known for its unique endemic species?

    <p>The Western Ghats</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is not considered a physical treatment of hazardous waste?

    <p>Digestion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What method is typically employed in areas where space for waste disposal is limited?

    <p>Both underground disposal and dumping at sea</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Inter-Governmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) was established in which year?

    <p>1988</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is the maximum concentration of ozone typically found?

    <p>Stratosphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is not an effect associated with acid rain?

    <p>Increase in temperature of the earth’s surface</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which city is one of the zonal branches of the National Green Tribunal located?

    <p>New Delhi</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following events was organized at Rio de Janeiro in 2002?

    <p>Earth Summit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the general classification of the method 'Lagooning' in hazardous waste treatment?

    <p>Physical treatment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which Article in the constitution of India emphasizes environmental protection and wildlife conservation?

    <p>Article 48 A</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a primary factor in the population growth from 10,000 B.C. to 1800 A.D.?

    <p>Increasing birth rates coinciding with the growth of agriculture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following diseases cannot be exclusively classified as genetic?

    <p>Schizophrenia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the hazard types to their corresponding examples correctly.

    <p>a-iii, b-ii, c-i, d-iv</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What largely contributed to the population dynamics before the industrial revolution?

    <p>High birth rates without significant decline in death rates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Identifying the incorrect pairing: Which disease corresponds incorrectly with its genetic classification?

    <p>Schizophrenia - completely genetic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which Article of the Indian Constitution focuses primarily on the responsibility of the state regarding forests?

    <p>Article 48 A</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following factors is not generally associated with increasing population rates in historical contexts?

    <p>Increased migration to urban areas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which trophic level are quaternary consumers found?

    <p>Trophic level-V</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of forest is characterized by hemlock, yew, and maple trees?

    <p>Temperate deciduous forest</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organism is known to live at the bottom of the water mass?

    <p>Benthic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which oceanic zone is recognized for being rich in species and high in productivity?

    <p>Neritic zone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is considered a non-renewable resource?

    <p>Minerals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following options accurately represents the water component of the biosphere?

    <p>Hydrosphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organism is a known predator of the desert locust?

    <p>White rumped vultures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT an accurate characterization of ecosystems?

    <p>Ecosystems are exclusively found in terrestrial environments.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of global freshwater is available in liquid form?

    <p>5</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following options does not contribute to increased soil health through manure addition?

    <p>Decrease in soil salinity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which source of energy is considered non-conventional?

    <p>Biomass</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In India, which region is known as the highest producer of mineral oil?

    <p>Bombay High</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Economic development leads to declining growth rates of per capita energy demand primarily in which sector?

    <p>Industrial sector</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which gas is predominant in 'sludge gas'?

    <p>Methane</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which chemical agent is ineffective for settling finer particles in wastewater?

    <p>Chlorination</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following does NOT necessarily improve soil structure?

    <p>Soil compaction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which year was the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) established?

    <p>1988</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which one of the following is not a contributor to the formation of acid rain?

    <p>CFCs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which among the following is not included in the Eight National Missions for climate change in India?

    <p>National Mission for Hunger and Poverty Eradication</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of the Basel Convention?

    <p>Hazardous waste management</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of the National Green Tribunal?

    <p>Effective and expeditious disposal of cases on environmental issues</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which year was the Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act amended?

    <p>1987</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which toxic gas was released during the Bhopal Gas Tragedy?

    <p>Methyl isocyanate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which one of the following is classified as a primary pollutant?

    <p>Sulphur dioxide</p> Signup and view all the answers

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    General Instructions

    • This is an objective type question paper.
    • All questions are compulsory.
    • The question paper consists of 50 questions each worth 1 mark.
    • Each question has four alternatives, one of which is correct.
    • Write the Sl. No. of your correct alternative/answer below the corresponding question number in the OMR sheet and then mark the rectangle for the same number.
    • If none of the given alternatives are correct, write 0 and mark in column 0.
    • Do not waste time reading the whole question paper.
    • Solve questions one by one.
    • You may come back to questions you left out if time permits.

    Questions 1-20

    • Focuses on concepts and definitions of topics.
    • The concepts and ideas are covered.
    • Multiple choice question answers are provided.
    • Questions cover various aspects of the subject matter, prompting active recall and critical thinking.

    Questions 21-40

    • Focuses on topics, figures, and facts.
    • The concepts and ideas are covered.
    • Multiple choice question answers are provided.
    • Questions delve deeper into subject matter, demanding more than simple factual recall.

    Questions 41-50

    • Covers specific concepts/methods/facts, figures and relevant details.
    • The concepts and ideas are covered.
    • Multiple choice question answers are provided.
    • Questions require in-depth understanding of core subject matter.

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    Test your knowledge on India's biogeography, biodiversity, and energy resources in this engaging quiz. From identifying biological hotspots to understanding renewable and non-renewable energy sources, this quiz covers essential topics in environmental science specific to India.

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