Geography Quiz on Indian Biospheres

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What is the average increase in earth’s temperature during the last century due to carbon dioxide concentration?

0.9 %

0.7 %

0.6 % (correct)

0.8 %

What is considered the appropriate concentration of carbon dioxide for maintaining the natural balance of the atmosphere?

0.02 percent

0.05 percent

0.03 percent (correct)

0.04 percent

Which statement is correct regarding the assertion that climate change is increasing social stress in India?

(A) is false, but (R) is true.

(A) is true, but (R) is false.

Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the correct reason of (A).

(A) and (R) are both correct and (R) is the correct reason of (A). (correct)

When did the United Nations Convention on Climate Change become effective?

March 21, 1994 Signup and view all the answers

Where was the United Nations Conference on Climate Change (CoP-21) held?

In Paris Signup and view all the answers

Which statement is not true for the 'Green Climate Fund'?

It only supports projects in developed countries. Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant effect of the increased frequency and intensity of extreme weather conditions?

Serious effects on food security. Signup and view all the answers

Which gas concentration had the lowest average increase in earth’s temperature during the last century?

Nitrous oxide Signup and view all the answers

Which greenhouse gas listed does not contribute to ozone pollution in the troposphere?

Water vapour Signup and view all the answers

Who discovered the ozone hole over Antarctica?

German Team Signup and view all the answers

Which scientist discovered the ozone halo over the Tibetan Plateau in 2005?

G.W. Kent Moore Signup and view all the answers

What is the main characteristic of methyl chloroform?

Used as a solvent Signup and view all the answers

Which type of forest is known for having the highest plant diversity?

Tropical rainforest Signup and view all the answers

In which continent are tropical deciduous forests more widespread?

Asia Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following gases is not classified as a greenhouse gas?

Oxygen Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following Indian regions is known to have evergreen forests?

Western Ghat Signup and view all the answers

Which ecosystem is considered the largest in the world?

Biosphere Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following sequences correctly represents the biological organization from organism to biosphere?

Population - Community - Ecosystem - Landscape Signup and view all the answers

Which statement accurately describes the relationship between the assertion and reason regarding the biosphere?

Both A and R are correct and R is the correct explanation of A. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is identified as an artificial ecosystem?

Rice field Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following functions is likely to deteriorate ecological balance?

Cutting wood Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct order in the food chain of a terrestrial grass ecosystem?

Grass, Grasshopper, Frog, Snake Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following does not contribute to ecological balance?

Industrial Management Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following represents primary consumers in an ecosystem?

Grass and Grasshopper Signup and view all the answers

Where is the ‘Vijay Sagar Bird Sanctuary’ located in Uttar Pradesh?

Mahoba Signup and view all the answers

In which of the following options is the ‘Rainforest Research Institute’ located?

Jorhat Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following locations belongs to the biosphere reserve Nandadevi?

Uttarakhand Signup and view all the answers

Which Canadian province is NOT part of the Prairies?

Ontario Signup and view all the answers

Arrange the following events in chronological order starting from the earliest: 1) Crocodile Breeding Project, 2) Project Elephant, 3) Project Tiger, 4) Van Mahotsava.

3, 4, 1, 2 Signup and view all the answers

Which one of the following is correctly matched with its date in relation to International Days?

Earth - 22 April Signup and view all the answers

What is the biosphere reserve located in Meghalaya?

Nokrek Signup and view all the answers

Identify the incorrect association of biosphere reserves and their states.

Nandadevi - Himachal Pradesh Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about Assertion A and Reason R is correct?

Both statements are true but R is not the correct explanation of A Signup and view all the answers

What does 'greenwash' primarily indicate?

False promise of environmental protection Signup and view all the answers

When is World Environment Day celebrated?

June 5 Signup and view all the answers

Which statement is not correct about the ecosystem?

It is a closed system Signup and view all the answers

Ecomark is given to an Indian product that is recognized as which of the following?

Environment friendly Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following accurately describes the relationship between natural vegetation and climate?

Natural vegetation can indicate the type of climate in an area Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following options does not pertain to water-loving plants?

Found mainly in dry climates Signup and view all the answers

What is a key characteristic of jhoom agriculture?

Is a form of shifting cultivation Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Biodiversity and Ecosystems

'Vijay Sagar Bird Sanctuary' is located in Mahoba, Uttar Pradesh.
Rainforest Research Institute is situated in Jorhat, India.
Ecomark is awarded for products that are environmentally friendly, pure, and economically viable.
The largest ecosystem globally is the biosphere, which includes both biotic and abiotic components.
An artificial ecosystem example is a rice field.

Environmental Projects

Key projects include:
- Crocodile Breeding Project
- Project Elephant
- Project Tiger
- Van Mahotsava
Earth Day is celebrated on April 22, and the International Day for Biological Diversity is on May 22.

Climate Change and Management

Climate change in India increases social stress due to extreme weather impacting food security.
United Nations Conference on Climate Change (CoP-21) occurred in Paris.
'Green Climate Fund' supports climate change solutions but may have misconceptions around its operations.

Greenhouse Gases and Ozone Layer

Methane and carbon monoxide do not cause ozone pollution in the troposphere.
The ozone hole over Antarctica was first discovered by the British team.

Forests and Vegetation

Evergreen forests are primarily found in the Western Ghats.
Maximum plant diversity is present in tropical forests.
Tropical deciduous forests are widespread in continents with warmer climates.

World Environment Day is celebrated on June 5.
The average increase in Earth's temperature over the last century is approximately 0.6%.

Ecological Balance and Management

Cutting wood, social forestry, and wildlife protection are all critical for ecological balance.
Industrial management negatively impacts ecological balance.

Biological Organization

Correct biological organization sequence is: population → community → ecosystem → landscape → biosphere.

Miscellaneous Facts

Assertion: Natural vegetation indicates climate.
Correct concentration of carbon dioxide for natural balance is approximately 0.03 percent.

These notes provide a concise overview of key environmental concepts, projects, and phenomena relevant to civil services studies.

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Test your knowledge about various biosphere reserves in India, specifically focusing on the Vijay Sagar Bird Sanctuary. This quiz will challenge your understanding of the locations of these important ecological sites.