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In which environment is the annual net primary production of biomass the lowest?
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In which environment is the annual net primary production of biomass the lowest?
With reference to the conservation organization called 'Wetlands International', which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. It is an intergovernmental organization formed by the countries which are signatories to the Ramsar Convention. 2. It works at the ground level using practical field experience to advocate and support sound policies for conserving and restoring wetlands. Select the correct answer using the code given below:
Which one of the following is not responsible for the extinction of a species?
Who is the author of the book 'Tomorrow's Biodiversity'?
The Government of India in collaboration with the Government of Norway has established a Centre for Biodiversity Policy and Law (CEBPOL) at–
World Biodiversity Day is observed on:
There is great potential in the global market for Sea buckthorn. What is abundantly found in the berries of this plant?
Two important rivers – one with its source in Jharkhand (and known by a different name in Odisha), and another, with its source in Odisha – merge at a place only a short distance from the coast of the Bay of Bengal before entering the sea. This is an important site of wildlife and marine biodiversity and a protected area. Which one of the following is that?
The Cartagena Protocol on Biosafety is an agreement supplementary to:
Which of the following statements is/are correct? Proper design and effective implementation of UN-REDD+ Programme can significantly contribute to– 1. Protection of biodiversity 2. Resilience of forest ecosystems 3. Poverty reduction Select the correct answer using the code given below:
The Tenth Conference of the Parties (CoP-10) to the United Nations Convention on Biological Diversity was held in–
India is a party to the Ramsar Convention and has declared many areas as Ramsar Sites. Which of the following statements best reflects how these sites should be managed in the context of this Convention?
Consider the following: 1. Bats 2. Bears 3. Rodents The phenomenon of hibernation can be observed in which of the above kinds of animals?
On which day is Biodiversity Day celebrated?
The tallest living tree is-
The Government of India encourages the cultivation of 'sea buckthorn'. What is the importance of this plant? 1. It helps in controlling soil erosion and prevents desertification. 2. It is a rich source of biodiesel. 3. It has nutritional value and is well-adapted to live in cold areas of high altitudes. 4. Its timber is of great commercial value. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
With reference to an initiative called 'The Economics of Ecosystems and Biodiversity' (TEEB), which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. It is an initiative hosted by UNEP, IMF and World Economic Forum. 2. It is a global initiative that focuses on drawing attention to the economic benefits of biodiversity. 3. It presents an approach that can help decision-makers recognize, demonstrate and capture the value of ecosystems and biodiversity. Select the correct answer using the code given below:
Consider the following international agreements: 1. International Treaty on Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture 2. United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification 3. World Heritage Convention Which of the above has/have a bearing on the biodiversity?
With reference to 'Trade Related Analysis of Fauna and Flora in Commerce' (TRAFFIC), consider the following statements: 1. TRAFFIC is a bureau under the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP). 2. The mission of TRAFFIC is to ensure that trade in wild plants and animals is not a threat to the conservation of nature. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Consider the following statements: 1. Under the Ramsar Convention, it is mandatory on the part of the Government of India to protect and conserve all the wetlands in the territory of India. 2. The Wetlands (Conservation and Management) Rules, 2010 were framed by the Government of India based on the recommendations of the Ramsar Convention. 3. The Wetlands (Conservation and Management) Rules, 2010 also encompass the drainage area or catchment regions of the wetlands as determined by the authority. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
The Biological Diversity Act was passed by the Indian Parliament in-
With reference to the wetlands of India, consider the following statements: 1. The total geographical area under wetlands is recorded more in Gujarat as compared to other States. 2. In India, the total geographical area of coastal wetlands is larger than that of inland wetlands. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
As an ecological entity, wetlands are useful for which of the following?
In which year was the 'Biological Diversity Act' passed in India?
"If rainforests and tropical forests are the lungs of the Earth, then wetlands certainly function as its kidneys." Which one of the following functions of wetlands best reflects the above statement?