Static Quiz 18 December 2024 (Environment)
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Static Quiz 18 December 2024 (Environment) For UPSC Exam
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1. Question
What is the main purpose of the Kyoto Protocol(1997)?
CorrectAnswer:
b) to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Explanation:
The Kyoto Protocol(1997) is an international treaty designed to combat climate change by reducing global greenhouse gas emissions. It binds participating countries to specific emission reduction targets to help stabilize atmospheric concentrations of greenhouse gases and mitigate environmental impacts.IncorrectAnswer:
b) to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Explanation:
The Kyoto Protocol(1997) is an international treaty designed to combat climate change by reducing global greenhouse gas emissions. It binds participating countries to specific emission reduction targets to help stabilize atmospheric concentrations of greenhouse gases and mitigate environmental impacts. - Question 2 of 5
2. Question
What does the term “carbon footprint” refer to?
CorrectAnswer: a) the total amount of greenhouse gases produced directly and indirectly by human activities
Explanation:
A carbon footprint measures the total greenhouse gas emissions caused by an individual, organization, event, or product, including emissions from energy use, transportation, and manufacturing. It is expressed in carbon dioxide equivalent and is a key indicator in assessing environmental impact.IncorrectAnswer: a) the total amount of greenhouse gases produced directly and indirectly by human activities
Explanation:
A carbon footprint measures the total greenhouse gas emissions caused by an individual, organization, event, or product, including emissions from energy use, transportation, and manufacturing. It is expressed in carbon dioxide equivalent and is a key indicator in assessing environmental impact. - Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Which organization releases the Global Environment Outlook (GEO) report?
CorrectAnswer: c) United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)
Explanation: UNEP publishes the Global Environment Outlook (GEO) report, which assesses the state of the global environment, evaluates policy effectiveness, and provides future projections to inform decision-making.IncorrectAnswer: c) United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)
Explanation: UNEP publishes the Global Environment Outlook (GEO) report, which assesses the state of the global environment, evaluates policy effectiveness, and provides future projections to inform decision-making. - Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Which of the following statements about the littoral zone is correct?
1.This zone gives food and shelter to many organisms.
2.It is an ecologically low productive zone.
3.It is a deep offshore area where sunlight does not penetrate.
How many statement / statements are correct.CorrectAnswer: a) Only one.
Explanation:
Statement 1 is correct: The littoral zone is highly productive and provides food and shelter to many organisms.
Statement 2 is incorrect: The littoral zone is not low in productivity; it is ecologically one of the most productive zones due to ample sunlight and nutrients.
Statement 3 is incorrect: The littoral zone is shallow, and sunlight penetrates it, unlike deep offshore areas where sunlight does not reach.IncorrectAnswer: a) Only one.
Explanation:
Statement 1 is correct: The littoral zone is highly productive and provides food and shelter to many organisms.
Statement 2 is incorrect: The littoral zone is not low in productivity; it is ecologically one of the most productive zones due to ample sunlight and nutrients.
Statement 3 is incorrect: The littoral zone is shallow, and sunlight penetrates it, unlike deep offshore areas where sunlight does not reach. - Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Which of the following statements is true about the Great Indian Bustard ?
1.It is one of the heaviest flying birds in the world, native to the Indian subcontinent.
2.It is a critically endangered species under the IUCN list.
3.The species thrives in dense forests and wetlands.
4. Establishment of captive breeding centers and protected areas in Rajasthan.
How many statement / statements are correct.CorrectAnswer: c) All three
Explanation:
• Statement 1 is correct: The Great Indian Bustard is one of the heaviest flying birds, native to the Indian subcontinent.
• Statement 2 is correct: It is listed as “Critically Endangered” on the IUCN Red List due to its rapidly declining population.
• Statement 3 is incorrect: The Great Indian Bustard prefers grasslands and semi-arid ecosystems, not dense forests or wetlands.
• Statement 4 is correct: Conservation efforts include captive breeding programs and the creation of protected areas in states like Rajasthan to safeguard its habitat.IncorrectAnswer: c) All three
Explanation:
• Statement 1 is correct: The Great Indian Bustard is one of the heaviest flying birds, native to the Indian subcontinent.
• Statement 2 is correct: It is listed as “Critically Endangered” on the IUCN Red List due to its rapidly declining population.
• Statement 3 is incorrect: The Great Indian Bustard prefers grasslands and semi-arid ecosystems, not dense forests or wetlands.
• Statement 4 is correct: Conservation efforts include captive breeding programs and the creation of protected areas in states like Rajasthan to safeguard its habitat.
