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1.
Consider the following statements: [2019] Consider the following statements: [2019]
- As per law, the Compensatory Afforestation Fund Management and Planning Authority exists at both National and State levels.Â
- People’s participation is mandatory in the compensatory afforestation programmes carried out under the Compensatory Afforestation Fund Act, 2016.
Which of these are correct?
2.
In which of the following States is Pakhui Wildlife Sanctuary located? [2018]
3.
Consider the following statements: [2018]
- The Definition of ‘Critical Wildlife Habitat’ is incorporated in the Forest Rights Act, 2006.Â
- For the first time in India, Baigas have been given Habitat Rights.Â
- Union Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change officially decides and declares Habitat Rights for Primitive and Vulnerable Tribal Groups in any part of India.
Which of these are correct?
4.
According to the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972, which of the following animals cannot be hunted by any person except under some provisions provided by law? [2017]
- GharialÂ
- Indian wild assÂ
- Wild buffalo
5.
The term 'M-STrIPES' is sometimes seen in the news in the context of: [2017]
6.
In India, if a species of tortoise is declared protected under Schedule I of the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972, what does it imply? [2017]
7.
Recently there was a proposal to translocate some of the lions from their natural habitat in Gujarat to which one of the following sites? [2017]
8.
From the ecological point of view, which one of the following assumes importance in being a good link between the Eastern Ghats and the Western Ghats? [2017]
9.
Which of the following are the key features of 'National Ganga River Basin Authority (NGRBA)? [2016]
10.
Which of the following best describes/describe the aim of 'Green India Mission' of the Government of India? [2016]
