If a wetland of international importance is brought under the ‘Montreux Record’, what does it imply?
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Lichens, which are capable of initiating ecological succession even on a bare rock, are actually a symbiotic association of
Lichens, which are capable of initiating ecological succession even on a bare rock, are actually a symbiotic association of:
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With reference to Bombay Natural History Society (BNHS), consider the following statements
With reference to Bombay Natural History Society (BNHS), consider the following statements:
1. It is an autonomous organization under the Ministry of Environment and Forests.
2. It strives to conserve nature through action-based research, education and public awareness.
3. It organizes and conducts nature trails and camps for the general public.
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There is some concern regarding the nanoparticles of some chemical elements that are used by the industry in the manufacture of various products. Why
There is some concern regarding the nanoparticles of some chemical elements that are used by the industry in the manufacture of various products. Why?
1. They can accumulate in the environment and contaminate water and soil.
2. They can enter the food chains.
3. They can trigger the production of free radicals.
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With reference to ‘Eco-Sensitive Zones’, which of the following statements is/are correct
With reference to ‘Eco-Sensitive Zones’, which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. Eco-Sensitive Zones are the areas that are declared under the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972.
2. The purpose of the declaration of Eco-Sensitive Zones is to prohibit all kinds of human activities in those zones except agriculture.
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Other than poaching, what are the possible reasons for the decline in the population of Ganga River Dolphins
Other than poaching, what are the possible reasons for the decline in the population of Ganga River Dolphins?
1. Construction of dams and barrages on rivers.
2. Increase in the population of crocodiles in rivers.
3. Getting trapped in fishing nets accidentally.
4. Use of synthetic fertilizers and other agricultural chemicals in crop-fields in the vicinity of
rivers.
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With reference to Neem tree, consider the following statements
With reference to Neem tree, consider the following statements:
1. Neem oil can be used as a pesticide to control the proliferation of some species of insects and
mites.
2. Neem seeds are used in the manufacture of biofuels and hospital detergents.
3. Neem oil has applications in pharmaceutical industry.
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Which of the following have coral reefs
Which of the following have coral reefs?
1. Andaman and Nicobar Islands
2. Gulf of Kachchh
3. Gulf of Mannar
4. Sunderbans
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The most important strategy for the conservation of biodiversity together with traditional
The most important strategy for the conservation of biodiversity together with traditional
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Which one of the following is the correct sequence of a food chain
Which one of the following is the correct sequence of a food chain?