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Prelims / 2018 / Environment & Ecology
Art & Culture 7 Economy 20 Environment & Ecology 15 Geography 6 Indian Polity 15 International Relations 7 Medieval History 1 Modern History 13 Science & Technology 12 Social Issues & Schemes 4
Question 1 Easy

Which of the following leaf modifications occur(s) in the desert areas to inhibit water loss? 1. Hard and waxy leaves 2. Tiny leaves 3. Thorns instead of leaves ...

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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

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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...

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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...

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Question 5 Easy

Why is a plant called Prosopis juliflora often mentioned in the news?

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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...

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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 ...

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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

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Question 9 Medium

Which of the following statements best describes "carbon fertilization"?

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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...

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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...

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Question 12 Hard

"Momentum for Change: Climate Neutral Now" is an initiative launched by

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