Question 1
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UPSC Prelims 2018 Environment & Ecology
UPSC Prelims 2018 Environment & Ecology PYQs — start a timed practice test with explanations. 15 questions.
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Question 2
Hard
Which of the following has/have shrunk immensely/dried up in the recent past due to human activities? 1. Aral Sea 2. Black Sea 3. Lake Baikal
Question 3
Medium
How is the National Green Tribunal (NGT) different from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB)? 1. The NGT has been established by an Act whereas the CPCB has been...
Question 4
Medium
Which of the following is/are the possible consequence/s of heavy sand mining in riverbeds? 1. Decreased salinity in the river 2. Pollution of groundwater 3. Loweri...
Question 5
Easy
Why is a plant called Prosopis juliflora often mentioned in the news?
Question 6
Medium
With reference to agricultural soils, consider the following statements : 1. The high content of organic matter in soil drastically reduces its water holding capacity...
Question 7
Hard
With reference to the 'Global Alliance for Climate-Smart Agriculture (GACSA)', which of the following statements is/are correct. 1. GACSA is an outcome of the Climate ...
Question 8
Medium
The Partnership for Action on Green Economy (PAGE), a UN mechanism to assist countries transition towards greener and more inclusive economies, emerged at
Question 9
Medium
Which of the following statements best describes "carbon fertilization"?
Question 10
Medium
With reference to the circumstances in Indian agriculture, the concept of "Conservation Agriculture" assumes significance. Which of the following fall under the Conser...
Question 11
Medium
Consider the following statements: 1. The definition of "Critical Wildlife Habitat" is incorporated in the Forest Rights Act, 2006. 2. For the first time in India, Bai...
Question 12
Hard