Environment questions from UPSC 2018

Question 1 · Environmental Legislations & Tribal Rights

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, Baigas have been given Ha...

Question 2 · Renewable Energy in India

With reference to solar power production in India, consider the following statements : 1. India is the third largest in the world in the manufacture of silicon wafers used in photovoltaic un...

Question 3 · Ecology

Consider the following : 1. Birds 2. Dust blowing 3. Rain 4. Wind blowing Which of the above spread plant diseases ?

Question 4 · Sustainable Development Initiatives

The Partnership for Action on Green Economy (PAGE), a UN mechanism to assist countries transition towards greener and more inclusive economies, emerged at

Question 5 · Marine Ecosystems

Consider the following statements : 1. Most of the world's coral reefs are in tropical waters. 2. More than one-third of the world's coral reefs are located in the territories of Australia,...

Question 6 · Sustainable Agriculture

With reference to the circumstances in Indian agriculture, the concept of "Conservation Agriculture" assumes significance. Which of the following fall under the Conservation Agriculture ? 1....

Question 7 · International Environmental Initiatives

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 Summit held in Paris i...

Question 8 · Ecology

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 Select the correct answer us...

Question 9 · Climate Change Impacts

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

Question 10 · Protected Areas of India

In which one of the following States is Pakhui Wildlife Sanctuary located?

Question 11 · Environmental Governance & Institutions

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 created by an executi...

Question 12 · Biodiversity Threats

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

Question 13 · Environmental Degradation

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. Lowering of the water-table Sel...

Question 14 · Climate Change Initiatives

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