GEOGRAPHY MCQS SET 127

GEOGRAPHY MCQS SET 127

1261) Biodiversity forms the basis for human existence in the following ways
1. Soil formation
2. Prevention of soil erosion
3. Recycling of waste
4. Pollination of crops
Select the correct answer using the codes given below
A) 1,2 and 3
B) 2,3 and 4
C) 1 and 4
D) 1,2,3 and 4

Answer: 1,2,3 and 4
   
1262) The 'Red Data Books' published by the International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources (IUCN) contain lists of
1. Endemic plant and animal species present in the biodiversity hotspots.
2. Threatened plant and animal species.
3. Protected sites for conservation of nature and natural resources in various countries.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below
A) 1 and 3
B) Only 2
C) 2 and 3
D) Only 3

Answer: Only 2
   
1263) Consider the following statements
1. Biodiversity is normally greater in the lower latitudes as compared to the higher latitudes.
2. Along the mountain gradients. biodiversity is normally greater in the lower altitudes as compared to the higher altitudes.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A) Only 1
B) Only 2
C) Both 1 and 2
D) Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: Both 1 and 2
   
1264) Which one of the following strongly threatens biodiversity?
A) Fragile ecosystems such as mangroves wetlands
B) Inaccessible habitats in the Himalayas
C) Destruction of natural habitats and vegetation. and jhum cultivation
D) Creation of biosphere reserves

Answer: Destruction of natural habitats and vegetation. and jhum cultivation
   
1265) Consider the following statements
1. The boundaries of a National Park are defined by legislation.
2. A Biosphere Reserve is declared to conserve a few specific species of flora and fauna.
3. in a Wildlife Sanctuary, limited biotic interference is permitted.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A) Only 1
B) 2 and 3
C) 1 and 3
D) 1,2 and 3

Answer: 1 and 3

1266) Consider the following
1. Star tortoise 2. Monitor lizard
3. Pygmy hog 4. Spider monkey
Which of the above are naturally found in India?
A) 1, 2 and 3
B) 2 and 3
C) 1 and 4
D) All of these

Answer: 1, 2 and 3
   
1267) Due to their extensive rice cultivation, some regions may be contributing to global warming. To what possible reason/reasons is this attributable?
1. The anaerobic conditions associated with rice cultivation cause the emission of methane.
2. When nitrogen based fertilizers are used. nitrous oxide is emitted from the cultivated soil.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A) Only 1
B) Only 2
C) Both 1 and 2
D) Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: Both 1 and 2
   
1268) In which one among the following categories of protected areas in India are local people not allowed to collect and use the biomass?
A) Biosphere Reserves
B) National Parks
C) Wetlands declared under Fiamsar Convention
D) Wildlife Sanctuaries

Answer: National Parks
   
1269) Consider the following statements about Haathi Mere Saathi Campaign
1. It is an initiative of the Ministry of Environment and Forests (MoEF), Government of India in collaboration with the Wildlife Trust of India (WTI)
2. It was launched in the southern states of Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Kerala as a pilot project.
3. The Campaign 'Take Gajah (the elephant) to Prajah (the people)' aims to spread awareness and encourage people's participation in elephant conservation and welfare.
Which of the statement given above is/are true?
A) Only 3
B) 2 and 3
C) 1 and 3
D) All of these

Answer: 1 and 3
   
1270) Which one of the following is not a site for in situ method of conservation of flora?
A) Biosphere Reserve
B) Botanical Garden
C) National Park
D) Wildlife Sanctuary

Answer: Botanical Garden