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What percentage has the global biodiversity declined since 1970 according to the Living Planet Report 2024?

  • 73% (correct)
  • 92%
  • 63%
  • 85%

Which of the following is NOT listed as a cause of biodiversity decline?

  • Pollution
  • Natural disasters (correct)
  • Climate change
  • Habitat degradation

Among the regions mentioned, which one experienced the highest decrease in biodiversity?

  • Europe and North America
  • Africa
  • Asia-Pacific
  • Latin America and the Caribbean (correct)

What is the reported decline percentage for freshwater species?

<p>85% (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which species in India faced a significant decline due to various threats including habitat loss?

<p>White-rumped Vultures (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a major cause of vulture population decline in India?

<p>Carcass poisoning (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about biodiversity decline is accurate?

<p>Asia-Pacific shows a 60% decrease in biodiversity. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How much did the Indian Vulture population decline by?

<p>93% (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of the Global Biodiversity Framework (GBF)?

<p>To stop and reverse biodiversity loss by 2030 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is the upcoming COP16 biodiversity conference significant?

<p>It is the first major meeting following the adoption of the GBF. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many countries had fully updated their National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plans (NBSAPs) by June 2024?

<p>20 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What tool was created by the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) to monitor countries' biodiversity plans?

<p>National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plans Tracker (NBSAP Tracker) (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What significant environmental action did Bihar recently achieve?

<p>Approval for its second tiger reserve (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of countries have met their biodiversity protection promises ahead of COP16?

<p>10% (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the ongoing drought crisis in Southern Africa impact local biodiversity?

<p>Culling of elephants due to resource scarcity (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following describes the unique function of the mineral ringwoodite discovered by researchers?

<p>It stores large quantities of water within its crystal structure. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of butterfly migration was observed in Tamil Nadu?

<p>Massive migration of Danainae sub-family butterflies (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

As of June 2024, how many countries and regions combined have submitted their NBSAPs?

<p>9 + European Union (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main issue highlighted regarding countries' commitments to biodiversity protection ahead of the COP16 conference?

<p>Only a small percentage of countries have fulfilled their commitments. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the designation of the new wasp species discovered in Arunachal Pradesh?

<p>Pseumenes siangensis (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What major restriction does the WHO currently impose regarding Mpox?

<p>Mandatory PCR testing for the virus confirmation (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which award is given for exceptional efforts in promoting conservation and sustainability?

<p>MIDORI Prize (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which state launched the first chapter of NITI Aayog’s Women Entrepreneurship Platform?

<p>Telangana (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the theme of the Indo-Pacific Regional Dialogue 2024?

<p>Resource Geopolitics and Security (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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