UPSC Prelims 2018Environment & EcologyQuestion 5 of 15Why is a plant called Prosopis juliflora often mentioned in the news?AIts extract is widely used in cosmetics.BIt tends to reduce the biodiversity in the area in which it grows.CIts extract is used in the synthesis of pesticides.DNone of the aboveSee explanationLinked Syllabus ConceptsRevision notes for concepts tested in this PYQ.Biodiversity Hotspots and Genetic ResourcesImpact of Infrastructure on WildlifeVulture Conservation and Threats in IndiaEnvironmental Impact of Unregulated TourismRelated Study ConceptsBiodiversity Hotspots and Genetic ResourcesImpact of Infrastructure on WildlifeVulture Conservation and Threats in IndiaEnvironmental Impact of Unregulated Tourism
