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1.
Which one of the following regions of India has a combination of mangrove forest, evergreen forest and deciduous forest? [2015]
2.
If you travel through the Himalayas, you are likely to see which of the following plants are naturally growing there? [2014]
- OakÂ
- RhododendronÂ
- SandalwoodÂ
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3.
The most important strategy for the conservation of biodiversity together with traditional human life is the establishment of: [2014]
4.
In India, cluster bean (Guar) is traditionally used as a vegetable or animal feed, but recently the cultivation of this has assumed significance. Which one of the following statements is correct in this context? [2014]
5.
With reference to Neem tree, consider the following statements: [2014]
- Neem oil can be used as a pesticide to control the proliferation of some species of insects and mites.Â
- Neem seeds are used in the manufacture of biofuels and hospital detergents.Â
- Neem oil has applications in the pharmaceutical industry.Â
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
6.
Other than poaching, what are the possible reasons for the decline in the population of Gangas River Dolphins? [2014]
- Construction of dams and barrages on riversÂ
- Increase in the population of crocodiles in rivers.Â
- Getting trapped in fishing nets accidentallyÂ
- Use of synthetic fertilizers and other agricultural chemicals in crop-fields in the vicinity of riversÂ
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7.
If you walk through countryside, you are likely to see some birds stalking alongside the cattle to seize the insects disturbed by their movement through grasses. Which one of the following is/are such bird/birds? [2014]
- Painted StorkÂ
- Common MynaÂ
- Black-necked CraneÂ
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8.
Which of the following have coral reefs? [2014]
- Andaman and Nicobar IslandsÂ
- Gulf of KachchhÂ
- Gulf of MannarÂ
- SunderbansÂ
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9.
Consider the following fauna of India:
- GharialÂ
- Leatherback turtleÂ
- Swamp deerÂ
Which among the above is / are endangered?
10.
In which of the following states is lion-tailed macaque found in its natural habitat? [2013]
- Tamil NaduÂ
- KeralaÂ
- KarnatakaÂ
- Andhra PradeshÂ
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