RGI Approval and Amendment of Constitution Order for Scheduled Tribes in J&K
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What is the purpose of declaring an area as a Biodiversity Heritage Site (BHS) according to the text?

  • To conserve ecologically fragile ecosystems with unique characteristics (correct)
  • To exploit natural resources
  • To ensure automatic military response
  • To establish military bases

Who has the authority to declare an area as a Biodiversity Heritage Site (BHS) within its jurisdiction?

  • Central Government
  • State government (correct)
  • Local bodies only
  • Union Government only

How many Biodiversity Heritage Sites (BHS) does India have according to the text?

  • 32
  • 50
  • 28
  • 44 (correct)

Which district in Odisha has the Gupteswar Forest declared as a Biodiversity Heritage Site (BHS)?

<p>Koraput district (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What characteristic makes an area eligible to be declared as a Biodiversity Heritage Site (BHS) based on the text?

<p>High endemism or presence of rare endemic and threatened species (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of adopting the JIT (Just-in-Time) principle in government fund management?

<p>To streamline fund release and reduce bank float (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a criterion for declaring an area as a Biodiversity Heritage Site (BHS)?

<p>Presence of common species (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Section 37 of the Biodiversity Act 2002 mention regarding Biodiversity Heritage Sites (BHS)?

<p>'It mentions criteria for declaring an area as a BHS' (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role do local bodies play in the declaration of a Biodiversity Heritage Site (BHS) based on the text?

<p>They consult with the State Government before declaration. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What impact has the adoption of JIT principle had on banks, as mentioned in the text?

<p>Decreased their funds and forced them to seek alternatives. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers
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