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1.
Which one of the following National Parks has a climate that varies from tropical to subtropical, temperate and arctic? [2015]
2.
Which of the following National Parks is unique in being a swamp with floating vegetation that supports a rich biodiversity? [2015]
3.
With reference to 'Eco-Sensitive Zones', which of the following statements is/are correct? [2014]
- Eco-Sensitive Zones are declared under the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972.
- Their purpose is to prohibit all human activities except agriculture.
4.
Consider the following statements: [2014]
- Animal Welfare Board of India is established under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986.
- National Tiger Conservation Authority is a statutory body.
- National Ganga River Basin Authority is chaired by the Prime Minister.
Which of these are correct?
5.
Consider the following pairs: [2014]
- Dampa Tiger Reserve: Mizoram
- Gumti Wildlife Sanctuary: Sikkim
- Saramati Peak: Nagaland
Which of these are correct?
6.
Consider the following pairs: [2014] Wetlands: Confluence of rivers:
- Harike Wetlands: Beas and Sutlej
- Keoladeo Ghana National Park: Banas and Chambal
- Kolleru Lake: Musi and Krishna
Which of these are correct?
7.
What are the benefits of implementing the 'Integrated Watershed Development Programme'? [2014]
- Prevention of soil runoff
- Linking perennial and seasonal rivers
- Rainwater harvesting
- Regeneration of natural vegetation
8.
Consider the following pairs: [2013] National park: River flowing through it
9.
Consider the following pairs: [2013]
- Nokrek Biosphere Reserve: Garo Hills
- Loktak Lake: Bakail Range
- Namdapha National Park: Dafla Hills
10.
With reference to the wetlands of India, consider the following statements: [2012]
- The country's total geographical area under the category of wetlands is recorded more in Gujarat as compared to other States.
- In India, the total geographical area of coastal wetlands is larger than that of inland wetlands.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
