OCTAVE EDUCATION

HRIDAYPUR STATION ROAD(NEAR KAILASH NAGAR PLAYGROUND), HRIDAYPUR,

Test / Exam Name: Geography Chapter 2 MCQ Standard: 10TH Subject: SOCIAL STUDIES
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Questions: 203 Time: 60 Mins Marks: 203

Q1. Many farmers own land which is allotted to them by government: 1 Marks
A. Against the payment by cash. B. Against property in towns.
C. Against the payment of revenue. D. None of the above.
Ans: C Against the payment of revenue.
Explanation:
Against the payment of revenue, many farmers are alloted land by the government.
Q2. Which animals in India are on the verge of extinction? 1 Marks
A. Kangaroo. B. Cheetah, pink-headed duck.
C. Jaguar. D. Mountain bear.
Ans: B Cheetah, pink-headed duck.
Q3. Which state passed the first resolution for joint forest management? 1 Marks
A. Madhya Pradesh. B. Karnataka.
C. Himachal Pradesh. D. Odisha.
Ans: D Odisha.
Q4. What was the reason for the extinction of Tigers? 1 Marks
A. Trade of tiger skins and the use of their bones in B. Hunting for fun.
traditional medicines.
C. Killing by the locals for protection from attacks. D. Poisoning them.
Ans: A Trade of tiger skins and the use of their bones in traditional medicines.
Q5. Teak monoculture has damaged the natural forest in ________. 1 Marks
A. North India. B. South India.
C. Central India. D. Northeastern India.
Ans: B South India.
Q6. Which are the normal species – 1 Marks
A. Cattle B. Sal C. Rodents D. All of above
Ans: D All of above
Q7. In which year, the Indian Wildlife (Protection) Act was implemented? 1 Marks
A. 1970 B. 1971 C. 1972 D. 1974
Ans: A 1970
Q8. The open forests in India are ________ of its total geographical area. 1 Marks
A. Around 9%. B. Around 20%. C. Around 15%. D. Around 1%.
Ans: A Around 9%.
Q9. Classification of existing plant and animal kingdom based on their characteristics is given by 1 Marks
___________.
A. International World Wildlife Fund. B. International Union for Conservation of Nature and
Natural Resources.
C. International Green Peace Organization. D. International Union for Forest
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Ans: B International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources.
Explanation:
IUCN publishes the "Red Book" every year which consists of classification of plant and animal species according
to their conservation status.
Q10. ………. are often ascribed to springs, mountain peaks, plants and animals which are closely protected. 1 Marks
A. Pure qualities. B. Medicinal qualities.
C. Impure qualities. D. Sacred qualities.
Ans: D Sacred qualities.
Q11. Unclassed forests are mainly found in: 1 Marks
A. All north-eastern states and parts of Gujarat. B. Kerala and Tamil Nadu
C. Punjab and Haryana D. West Bengal and Bihar
Ans: A All north-eastern states and parts of Gujarat.
Q12. Directions: In the following questions, the Assertions (A) and Reason(s) (R) have been put forward. Read 1 Marks
both the statements carefully and choose the correct alternative from the following:
Assertion (A): Overgrazing by cattle can damage forest ecosystems.
Reason (R): It leads to soil compaction and loss of vegetation.
A. Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of B. Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct
A. explanation of A.
C. A is true, but R is false. D. A is false, but R is true.
Ans: A Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A.
Q13. Which is the most widely spread and important soil: 1 Marks
A. Black. B. Red. C. Alluvial. D. Desert.
Ans: C Alluvial.
Explanation:
Alluvial soil is the most widely spread and important soil.
Q14. Most of the forests in the North eastern states belong to the category of __________. 1 Marks
A. Wastelands B. Protected forests
C. Unclassed forests D. Mangroves
Ans: C Unclassed forests
Q15. The species whose population has declined to levels from where it is likely to move into the 1 Marks
endangered category in the near feature if the negative factors continue to operate.
A. Endangered species B. Rare species
C. Vulnerable species D. Normal species
Ans: C Vulnerable species
Q16. What type of trees are found in the monsoon region? 1 Marks
A. Broad leaf deciduous B. Evergreen trees C. Conifers D. Thorny bushes
trees
Ans: A Broad leaf deciduous trees
Explanation:
Monsoon forests are also called tropical deciduous forests.
These include broad leaved deciduous trees. These trees shed their leaves during dry season.
These are mostly found in South East Asian countries. These consists of teak and thickest bamboo trees.
Q17. Materials in the environment which have the potential to satisfy human needs, but human beings do 1 Marks
not have the appropriate technology to access them are called:
A. Resources. B. Stock. C. Reserves. D. All the above.
Ans: B Stock.
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Explanation:
Materials in the environment which have the potential to satisfy human needs, but human beings do not have
the appropriate technology to access these, are included among stock.
Q18. In which year was the Indian Wildlife (Protection) Act implemented? 1 Marks
A. 1972. B. 1975. C. 1980. D. 1965.
Ans: A 1972.
Q19. Resources which are found in a region, but have not been utilised are called:. 1 Marks
A. Developed resources. B. Stock.
C. International resources. D. Potential resources
Ans: D Potential resources
Explanation:
Potential resources are those resources which are found in a region, but have not be utilised
Q20. The endangered species of animals are ___________. 1 Marks
A. Rhinoceros B. Tiger C. Indian Bustard D. All of these
Ans: D All of these
Explanation:
The IUCN Red List includes 3079 animal and 2655 plant species as endangered (EN) worldwide. Rhino, Indian
bustard and tiger fall in this category.
Q21. When did JFM come into existence? 1 Marks
A. 1987. B. 1988. C. 1976. D. 177.
Ans: B 1988.
Q22. Which Farmers and citizen’s groups have worked towards diversified crop production without the use of 1 Marks
synthetic chemicals?
A. Chipko. B. Beej Bachao Andolan. C. Kissan andolan. D. Kissan seva.
Ans: B Beej Bachao Andolan.
Q23. Directions: In the following questions, the Assertions (A) and Reason(s) (R) have been put forward. Read 1 Marks
both the statements carefully and choose the correct alternative from the following:
Assertion (A): Habitat destruction leads to loss of biodiversity.
Reason (R): Human activities like mining, deforestation, and industrialization destroy habitats.
A. Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of B. Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct
A. explanation of A.
C. A is true, but R is false. D. A is false, but R is true.
Ans: A Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A.
Q24. Tribes of which region worship tamarind and mango trees during weddings?​​ 1 Marks
A. Odisha B. Bihar C. Both (a) and (b) D. None of these
Ans: C Both (a) and (b)
Q25. What resources can be found from the forest and wildlife resources? 1 Marks
A. Wood, barks, leaves, rubber, medicines. B. Minerals.
C. Rocks and minerals. D. Metals.
Ans: A Wood, barks, leaves, rubber, medicines.
Q26. India is one of the world’s richest countries in terms of its vast array of biological diversity and has nearly_______percent of the 1 Marks
total number of species in the world.
A. 40% B. 60% C. 8% D. 50%
Ans: C 8%

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Q27. What % of Indian land areas is plain area: 1 Marks
A. 40% B. 41% C. 42% D. 43%
Ans: D 43%
Q28. Periyar Tiger reserve is located in 1 Marks
A. Rajasthan B. Uttar Pradesh C. Tamil Nadu D. Kerala
Ans: D Kerala
Q29. What are the main reasons for depletion of forests? 1 Marks
A. Large-scale development projects. B. Agriculture.
C. Trade. D. Colonial rule.
Ans: A Large-scale development projects.
Q30. How are the sacred groves treated? 1 Marks
A. Only the villagers can use them. B. Patches of forest or parts of large forests have been left
untouched by the local people and any interference with
them is banned.
C. They are under government control. D. Local communities take care of them.
Ans: B Patches of forest or parts of large forests have been left untouched by the local people and any interference with them is banned.
Q31. The species which are in danger of extinction are called: 1 Marks
A. Vulnerable species B. Rare species
C. Endangered species D. Normal species
Ans: C Endangered species
Q32. Multiple choice question. 1 Marks
Which of the following conservation strategies do not directly involve community participation?
A. Forest conservation. B. Beej Bachao Andolan.
C. Chipko Movement. D. Demarcation of Wildlife sanctuaries.
Ans: D Demarcation of Wildlife sanctuaries.
Q33. What type of species is the mithun in Arunachal Pradesh? 1 Marks
A. Rare. B. Endemic. C. Vulnerable. D. Extinct.
Ans: B Endemic.
Q34. The subset of the stock which can be put into use with the help of existing technology but has not 1 Marks
been started is called:
A. Stock. B. Resources.
C. Reserves. D. None of the above.
Ans: C Reserves.
Explanation:
Reserves are the subset of the stock, which can be put into use with the help of existing technical ‘know-how’
but their use has not been started.
Q35. Chir Pine plantations in the Himalayas have replaced the: 1 Marks
A. Himalayan Oak and Rhododendron. B. Teak and Sal
C. Babul and Mexican kikar. D. None of the above
Ans: A Himalayan Oak and Rhododendron.
Q36. Resources are a function of: 1 Marks
A. National activities. B. Human activities.
C. Both (a) and (b). D. None of the above.
Ans: B Human activities.
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Explanation:
Resources are a function of human activities.
Q37. Multiple choice question. 1 Marks
Which of these statements is not a valid reason for the depletion of flora and fauna?​​
A. Agricultural expansion. B. Large scale developmental projects.
C. Grazing and fuel wood collection. D. Rapid industrialisation and urbanisation.
Ans: C Grazing and fuel wood collection.
Q38. Blackbuck, crocodile, Indian wild ass and Indian rhino are examples of ______. 1 Marks
A. Normal Species. B. Endangered Species. C. Endemic Species. D. Rare Species.
Ans: B Endangered Species.
Q39. We need to conserve our forests and wildlife: 1 Marks
A. To preserve the ecological diversity. B. To preserve the genetic diversity.
C. For maintenance of aquatic biodiversity. D. So that we are able to over-extract plant and animal
species.
Ans: D So that we are able to over-extract plant and animal species.
Q40. The Himalayan yew is: 1 Marks
A. An insect B. A medicinal plant
C. A mammal D. A bird
Ans: B A medicinal plant
Q41. Which one of the following is not a direct outcome of environmental destruction? 1 Marks
A. Biological loss B. Loss of cultural diversity
C. Severe droughts D. River Valley Projects
Ans: C Severe droughts
Q42. Extensive planting of a single commercially valuable species is called: 1 Marks
A. Jhumming B. Intensive subsistence farming
C. Mixed farming D. Enrichment plantation
Ans: D Enrichment plantation
Q43. Planning is the widely accepted strategy for: 1 Marks
A. Conservation of resources. B. Use of resources.
C. Judicious use of resources. D. None of the above.
Ans: C Judicious use of resources.
Explanation:
For judicious use of resources, planning is a widely accepted strategy.
Q44. Which is the famous movement in the Himalayas for deforestation? 1 Marks
A. Beej Bachao Andolan B. Navdanya C. Chipko D. None of these
Ans: B Navdanya
Q45. Montane forests are likely to have which of the following species of trees? 1 Marks
A. Pine B. Spruce C. Maple D. All of the above
Ans: D All of the above
Explanation:
In mountainous areas between 1500 and 3000 metres, temperate forests containing coniferous trees like pine, deodar, silver fir, spruce,
maple and cedar, are found.
These forests cover mostly the southern slopes of the Himalayas, places having high altitude in southern and north - east India.
Q46. The forest and tree cover in India is estimated to be ________of its total geographical area. 1 Marks

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 A. Around 30%. B. Around 24%. C. Around 35%. D. Around 40%.
Ans: B Around 24%.
Q47. The Indian Wildlife (Protection) Act was implemented in _______, with various provisions for 1 Marks
protecting habitats.
A. 1972. B. 1975. C. 1971. D. 1974.
Ans: A 1972.
Q48. “The species that are not found after searches of known or likely areas where they may occur” are 1 Marks
known as:
A. Normal species B. Vulnerable species C. Extinct species D. Rare species
Ans: C Extinct species
Q49. Plantation, pasture lands, ponds, water in wells etc. are some examples of: 1 Marks
A. Resources owned by government. B. Resources owned by private.
C. Resources owned by individual. D. None of the above.
Ans: C Resources owned by individual.
Explanation:
Plantation, pasture lands, ponds, water in wells, etc. are some of the examples of resources ownered by
individuals.
Q50. Plants of a particular region or period are referred to as _________. 1 Marks
A. Biodiversity B. Fauna C. Flora D. Ecosystem
Ans: C Flora
Q51. Choose the correct option to complete the statement given below: 1 Marks
Which one forms the group of migratory birds?
A. Siberian Crane, Flamingo and Crow. B. Sparrow, Crow and Stork.
C. Stork, Siberian Crane and Flamingo. D. Duck, Bulbul and geese.
Ans: C Stork, Siberian Crane and Flamingo.
Q52. Which is not a threat to tiger population in India? 1 Marks
A. Shrinking habitat B. The trade of tiger skins
C. Use of their bones in traditional medicines. D. "Project Tiger"
Ans: D "Project Tiger"
Q53. Resources which are accessible to all the members of the community are called: 1 Marks
A. Private owned resources. B. Public owned resources.
C. Community owned resources. D. Individual owned resources.
Ans: C Community owned resources.
Explanation:
Community owned resources are the resources which are accessible to all the members of the community.
Q54. The Asian cheetah was declared extinct in India in the year: 1 Marks
A. 1951 B. 1952 C. 2010 D. 1975
Ans: B 1952
Q55. There is a great need to protect forests because ________. 1 Marks
A. Forests are not an important resource. B. Forests cannot prevent soil erosion.
C. Demand for forest products has increased. D. Today people are raising brids and animals in domestic
land.
Ans: C Demand for forest products has increased.
Q56. Which one of the following is an example of endemic species? 1 Marks
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 A. Nicobar Pigeon B. Asiatic Buffalo C. Horn Bill D. Black buck
Ans: A Nicobar Pigeon
Q57. What % of geographical area is desired forest area: 1 Marks
A. 23 per cent of geographical area. B. 33 per cent of geographical area.
C. 43 per cent of geographical area. D. 53 per cent of geographical area.
Ans: B 33 per cent of geographical area.
Q58. Which state has large areas under unclassed forests? 1 Marks
A. Gujarat. B. Andhra Pradesh. C. Odisha. D. Haryana.
Ans: A Gujarat.
Q59. Species of animals of a particular region or period are referred as________. 1 Marks
A. Biodiversity B. Flora C. Fauna D. Ecosystem
Ans: C Fauna
Q60. The forest cover in our country has recently increased due to: 1 Marks
A. Increase in natural forest growth. B. Increase in net sown area.
C. Plantation by different agencies. D. None of the above.
Ans: C Plantation by different agencies.
Q61. How many tiger reserves are there in India: 1 Marks
A. 10 B. 15 C. 27 D. 29
Ans: C 27
Q62. Madhuca Insignis (a wild variety of Mahua) is a ______. 1 Marks
A. Plant. B. Tree C. Insect. D. Birds.
Ans: A Plant.
Q63. Hubbardia Heptaneuron is a species of _______. 1 Marks
A. Tree. B. Plant. C. Grass. D. Flower.
Ans: C Grass.
Q64. _________ has the largest area under permanent forests, constituting 75 per cent of its total forest 1 Marks
area.
A. Orissa. B. Madhya Pradesh. C. Chhattisgarh. D. Assam.
Ans: B Madhya Pradesh.
Q65. The Himalayan brown bear is an example of: 1 Marks
A. Vulnerable species B. Rare species C. Endemic species D. Extinct species
Ans: B Rare species
Q66. Name an endangered wildlife animal among the following _________. 1 Marks
A. Asiatic Elephant B. Asiatic buffalo C. Nicobar pigeon D. Indian Rhino
Ans: D Indian Rhino
Explanation:
Among the given options, India Rhino is an endangered animal. In 2012, the IUCN Red List included 3079 animal and 2655 plant species as
endangered (EN) worldwide.
Q67. How are women affected due to depletion of wildlife and forests? 1 Marks
A. Due to exploitation of women. B. Attacked by wild animals.
C. Drudgery of women increases, and sometimes they have D. They get looted on the way.
to walk for more than 10km to collect these resources.

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Ans: C Drudgery of women increases, and sometimes they have to walk for more than 10km to collect these resources.
Q68. Species whose population levels are considered to be normal for their survival are classified as 1 Marks
_______.
A. Normal species B. Vulnerable species
C. Endangered species D. Rare species
Ans: A Normal species
Q69. When the top soil is washed away when water flows as a sheet over large areas down a slope is known 1 Marks
as:
A. Land erosion. B. Water erosion.
C. Sheet erosion. D. All the above.
Ans: C Sheet erosion.
Explanation:
This is known as sheet erosion.
Q70. Manas Tiger Reserve is located in ______. 1 Marks
A. Tamil Nadu. B. Kerala. C. Assam. D. Orissa.
Ans: C Assam.
Q71. The name of medicinal plant under the threat of extinction is the __________. 1 Marks
A. Himalayan taxol B. Himalayan yew
C. Himalayan herbal drug D. Hubbardia heptaneuron
Ans: B Himalayan yew
Q72. Which one of the following movements is not associated with protection of trees? 1 Marks
A. Chipko movement B. Navdanya Andolan C. Project Tiger D. Beej Bachao Andolan
Ans: C Project Tiger
Explanation:
Chipko Movement, Navdanya Andolan and Beej Bachao Andolan are awareness movements that are taken up
against deforestation to protect trees.
But Project Tiger is not associated with these movements. The main goal of this project was to protect and
conserve tigers in their natural habitat and prevent them from extinction.
Q73. Why do we need to conserve our forests and wildlife? 1 Marks
A. To preserve the ecological diversity and our life support B. To maintain resources for industry.
systems – water, air and soil.
C. To create employment. D. To increase agricultural production.
Ans: A To preserve the ecological diversity and our life support systems – water, air and soil.
Q74. Directions: In the following questions, the Assertions (A) and Reason(s) (R) have been put forward. Read 1 Marks
both the statements carefully and choose the correct alternative from the following:
Assertion (A): Endangered species are those whose population is increasing rapidly.
Reason (R): They are well protected in their habitats.
A. Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of B. Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct
A. explanation of A.
C. A is true, but R is false. D. A is false, but R is true.
Ans: D A is false, but R is true.
Q75. Which of the following states have a very high percentage of their forests as unclassed forests 1 Marks
managed by local communities?
A. All Northern-Eastern states and parts of Gujarat. B. All Central states and parts of Gujarat.
C. All Western states and parts of Gujarat. D. All North-Eastern states and parts of West Bengal.
Ans: A All Northern-Eastern states and parts of Gujarat.
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Q76. The Himalayan yew (Taxus wallichiana) is a medicinal plant found in various parts of _______ and 1 Marks
______.
A. Himachal Pradesh and Arunachal Pradesh. B. Uttarakhand and Assam.
C. Uttarakhand and Ladakh. D. Jammu & Kashmir and Sikkim.
Ans: A Himachal Pradesh and Arunachal Pradesh.
Q77. Forests and wastelands belonging to both government and private individuals and communities are 1 Marks
called _______.
A. Unclassed forest B. Protected forest
C. Reserved forest D. Mangrove forest
Ans: A Unclassed forest
Explanation:
Unclassed Forests are forests and wastelands belonging to both government and private individuals and communities Forests, other than
reserved and protected forest, are classified under this category.
In India, Unclassed Forests are in majority in NE States.
Q78. When was ‘Project Tiger’ campaigns launched – 1 Marks
A. 1972 B. 1973 C. 1961 D. 1963
Ans: B 1973
Q79. Which state has largest area under permanent forests – 1 Marks
A. Madhya Pradesh B. Kerala C. Andhra Pradesh D. Uttarakhand
Ans: A Madhya Pradesh
Q80. Which one of the following is located in West Bengal? 1 Marks
A. Corbett National Park B. Sundarbans National Park
C. Sariska Wildlife Scantury D. Bandhangarh National Park
Ans: B Sundarbans National Park
Q81. The Chipko Movement in the Himalayas to protect the forest cover was started by 1 Marks
A. Sunder Lai Bahuguna B. Dr Anil Agarwal of CSE
C. Dr Aruna Roy of Kisan Mazdur Vikas. D. Medha Patkar
Ans: A Sunder Lai Bahuguna
Q82. Which insects under notification of Wildlife Act of 1980 and 1986? 1 Marks
A. Grasshopper. B. Butterflies. C. Bees. D. Wasps.
Ans: B Butterflies.
Q83. How much is the total forest area of Madhya Pradesh under permanent forests. 1 Marks
A. 65%. B. 75%. C. 70%. D. 85%.
Ans: B 75%.
Q84. At which one of the following places is the monkey called Lion-tailed macaque naturally found? 1 Marks
A. Shivaliks B. Pachmarhi C. Nallamala hills D. Nilgiris
Ans: D Nilgiris
Q85. The Himalayan yew is found in parts of: 1 Marks
A. Himachal Pradesh and Arunachal Pradesh. B. Punjab and Haryana.
C. West Bengal and Kerala. D. Madhya Pradesh and Goa.
Ans: A Himachal Pradesh and Arunachal Pradesh.
Q86. Directions: In the following questions, the Assertions (A) and Reason(s) (R) have been put forward. Read 1 Marks
both the statements carefully and choose the correct alternative from the following:

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 Assertion (A): Poaching does not affect the balance of the ecosystem.
Reason (R): Only natural death of animals impacts food chains.
A. Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of B. Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct
A. explanation of A.
C. A is true, but R is false. D. A is false, but R is true.
Ans: D A is false, but R is true.
Q87. What was the direct outcome of environmental destruction on the people? 1 Marks
A. Lack of food. B. Lack of fuel. C. Unemployment. D. Poverty.
Ans: D Poverty.
Q88. Resources belonging to the nation are called: 1 Marks
A. State resources. B. Country resources.
C. National resources. D. Individual resources.
Ans: C National resources.
Explanation:
Resources belonging to the nation are called national resources.
Q89. Which forests are also referred to as permanent forest estates maintained for the purpose of producing 1 Marks
timber and other forest produce, and for protective reasons?
A. Reserved forests. B. Unclassed forests.
C. Tropical forests. D. National parks.
Ans: C Tropical forests.
Q90. Which type of crocodiles came under the threatened list? 1 Marks
A. Freshwater crocodile. B. Common crocodile.
C. Mushy water crocodile. D. Damp Water crocodile.
Ans: A Freshwater crocodile.
Q91. The species whose population has declined to a level from where it is likely to move into the endangered category in the near 1 Marks
future if the negative factors continue to operate are called:
A. Endemic species B. Extinct species
C. Vulnerable species D. Normal species
Ans: C Vulnerable species
Q92. The Buxa Tiger Reserve in West Bengal has been threatened about the loss of habitat of many species 1 Marks
due to
A. Industrial development B. Agricultural expansion C. Port activities D. Mining
Ans: D Mining
Q93. Substantial parts of the tribal belts, especially in the Northeastern and ______, have been deforested 1 Marks
or degraded by shifting cultivation (jhum), a type of ‘slash and burn’ agriculture.
A. Central India. B. Western India. C. South India. D. Northwest India.
Ans: A Central India.
Q94. The biological loss is strongly correlated with the loss of………………. 1 Marks
A. Agricultural production. B. Industrial production.
C. Cultural diversity. D. Loss of resources.
Ans: C Cultural diversity.
Q95. The species whose population has declined to a level from where it is likely to move into the 1 Marks
endangered category in the near future if the negative factors continue to operate are called:
A. Endemic species B. Extinct species
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Ans: C Vulnerable species
Q96. Beliefs such as nature worship by the tribals have preserved several virgin forests in pristine form 1 Marks
called …………Sacred Groves.
A. Sacred Groves. B. Home Groves.
C. Holy Forests. D. Heaven in Forest.
Ans: A Sacred Groves.
Q97. The Mundas and Santhals of Chhota Nagpur region worship which one of the following trees? 1 Marks
A. Mahua B. Mango C. Peepal D. Tamarind
Ans: A Mahua
Q98. Kanha Tiger Reserve is situated in ________. 1 Marks
A. Rajasthan B. Uttar Pradesh C. Chhattisgarh D. Madhya Pradesh
Ans: D Madhya Pradesh
Q99. Which of the following conservation strategies do not directly involve community participation? 1 Marks
A. Joint forest management. B. Chipko Movement.
C. Beej Bachao Andolan. D. Demarcation of Wildlife sanctuaries.
Ans: D Demarcation of Wildlife sanctuaries.
Q100.Directions: In the following questions, the Assertions (A) and Reason(s) (R) have been put forward. Read 1 Marks
both the statements carefully and choose the correct alternative from the following:
Assertion (A): Protected areas such as National Parks and Sanctuaries are harmful to wildlife.
Reason (R): They restrict animal movement and survival.
A. Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of B. Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation
A. of A.
C. A is true, but R is false. D. A is false, but R is true.
Ans: D A is false, but R is true.
Q101. Which factors have led to the decline in India’s biodiversity? 1 Marks
A. Habitat destruction, hunting, poaching, over-exploitation, B. Mining.
environmental pollution, poisoning and forest fires.
C. Industry. D. Large scale projects.
Ans: A Habitat destruction, hunting, poaching, over-exploitation, environmental pollution, poisoning and forest fires.
Q102.Directions: In the following questions, the Assertions (A) and Reason(s) (R) have been put forward. Read 1 Marks
both the statements carefully and choose the correct alternative from the following:
Assertion (A): Project Tiger was launched to protect tigers in India.
Reason (R): The tiger population was rapidly declining due to hunting and habitat loss.
A. Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of B. Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation
A. of A.
C. A is true, but R is false. D. A is false, but R is true.
Ans: A Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A.
Q103. What was the aim of Chipko movement?​​ 1 Marks
A. Human rights. B. Political rights.
C. Agricultural expansion. D. Forest conservation.
Ans: A Human rights.
Q104. Which animal has been threatened to extinction because of poaching for trade, shrinking habitat, 1 Marks
depletion of prey base species?
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Ans: B Tiger.
Q105. When was Joint Forest Management programme was started by Odisha?​​ 1 Marks
A. 1988 B. 1998 C. 1968 D. 1978
Ans: A 1988
Q106. The Chipko Movement was associated with _______. 1 Marks
A. Political rights B. Woman rights
C. Forest conservation D. Rights of adivasis
Ans: C Forest conservation
Q107. Which one of the following is a great achievement of the Chipko Movement? 1 Marks
A. More trees are planted. B. Development in Himalayan region.
C. Successfully resisted deforestation. D. Soil erosion gets declined.
Ans: C Successfully resisted deforestation.
Q108. Which movement in the Himalayas has successfully resisted deforestation? 1 Marks
A. The Himalyan movement. B. Chipko movement.
C. Save Forests movement. D. Save trees Movement.
Ans: B Chipko movement.
Q109. The soil which develops in areas with high temperature and heavy rainfall is called: 1 Marks
A. Regur. B. Alluvial. C. Laterite. D. Arid.
Ans: C Laterite.
Explanation:
The laterite soil develops in areas with high temperature and heavy rainfall.
Q110.Directions: In the following questions, the Assertions (A) and Reason(s) (R) have been put forward. Read 1 Marks
both the statements carefully and choose the correct alternative from the following:
Assertion (A): Deforestation has no impact on the extinction of species.
Reason (R): Only natural disasters cause extinction.
A. Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of B. Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation
A. of A.
C. A is true, but R is false. D. A is false, but R is true.
Ans: D A is false, but R is true.
Q111. Resources which are surveyed and their quality and quantity have been determined for utilisation are 1 Marks
called:
A. Potential resources. B. Developed resources.
C. Stock. D. International resources.
Ans: B Developed resources.
Explanation:
Developed resources are those resources which are surveyed and their quality and quantity have been
determined for utilisation.
Q112. How many million hectares of Indian Land is degraded land: 1 Marks
A. 110 million hectares. B. 120 million hectares.
C. 130 million hectares. D. 140 million hectares.
Ans: C 130 million hectares.
Explanation:
India at present has 130 million degraded land.

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Q113.Directions: In the following questions, the Assertions (A) and Reason(s) (R) have been put forward. Read 1 Marks
both the statements carefully and choose the correct alternative from the following:
Assertion (A): The Himalayan region has a rich biodiversity due to its varied climate and topography.
Reason (R): Altitude and temperature influence the types of species found in an area.
A. Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of B. Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation
A. of A.
C. A is true, but R is false. D. A is false, but R is true.
Ans: A Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A.
Q114. Which of the following is the speed of Cheetah? 1 Marks
A. 240 km/ hr B. 100 km/ hr C. 112 km/ hr D. 500 km/ hr
Ans: C 112 km/ hr
Q115. Blue sheep, Asiatic elephant, Gangetic dolphin are examples of _______. 1 Marks
A. Vulnerable species. B. Rare species. C. Endemic Species. D. Extinct species.
Ans: A Vulnerable species.
Q116.Directions: In the following questions, the Assertions (A) and Reason(s) (R) have been put forward. Read 1 Marks
both the statements carefully and choose the correct alternative from the following:
Assertion (A): The Wildlife Protection Act of 1972 was a significant step in wildlife conservation.
Reason (R): It provided legal protection to many endangered species.
A. Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of B. Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation
A. of A.
C. A is true, but R is false. D. A is false, but R is true.
Ans: A Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A.
Q117. Which animals have been given full or partial legal protection against hunting and trade throughout 1 Marks
India?
A. Peacock. B. Partridge. C. Lion. D. Asiatic lion.
Ans: D Asiatic lion.
Q118. ______ is an example of Endemic Species. 1 Marks
A. Pink head duck. B. Asiatic cheetah.
C. Asiatic buffalo. D. Nicobar pigeon.
Ans: D Nicobar pigeon.
Q119. Which one of the following States has the largest area under permanent forest? 1 Marks
A. Uttar Pradesh B. Jammu & Kashmir
C. Punjab D. Madhya Pradesh
Ans: D Madhya Pradesh
Q120. What are Endemic species? 1 Marks
A. Species with small population. B. Species which are only found in some particular areas
usually isolated by natural or geographical barriers.
C. These are species whose population has declined to levels. D. These are species which are not found after searches.
Ans: B Species which are only found in some particular areas usually isolated by natural or geographical barriers.
Q121. Kaziranga National Park is in the state of 1 Marks
A. Assam B. Tamilnadu C. Uttar Pradesh D. Kerala
Ans: A Assam
Q122. Which of the following is located in the state of Rajasthan? 1 Marks

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 A. Corbett National Park. B. Bandhavgarh National Park.
C. Periyar Tiger Reserve. D. Sariska Wildlife Sanctuary.
Ans: D Sariska Wildlife Sanctuary.
Q123. Reserved and protected forests are also referred to as: 1 Marks
A. Unclassed forest B. Permanent forest estate C. Open forest D. Mangrove forest
Ans: B Permanent forest estate
Q124. What is the total geographical area of India: 1 Marks
A. 2.28 million sq. km.​​ B. 3.28 million sq. km.​​
C. 4.28 million sq. km.​​ D. 5.28 million sq. km.
Ans: B 3.28 million sq. km.​​
Q125. Which state in India has the largest area under permanent area?​​ 1 Marks
A. Uttar Pradesh B. Madhya Pradesh C. Madhya Pradesh D. Meghalaye
Ans: B Madhya Pradesh
Q126. __________ are the species which are in danger of extinction. 1 Marks
A. Endangered Species. B. Rare Species. C. Extinct Species. D. Endemic Species.
Ans: A Endangered Species.
Q127. ________ was declared extinct in India long back in 1952. 1 Marks
A. Andaman wild pig. B. Andaman teal. C. Asiatic Cheetah. D. Desert fox.
Ans: C Asiatic Cheetah.
Q128. ………………………. in third world countries is often cited as the cause of environmental degradation. 1 Marks
A. Developmental projects. B. Rural urban development.
C. Overpopulation. D. Exploitation of resources.
Ans: C Overpopulation.
Q129. Which of the following animals were gravely threatened, and the Central Government announced 1 Marks
several projects for protecting them?
A. Kashmir stag. B. The Asiatic lion.
C. One-horned rhinoceros. D. All of the above.
Ans: D All of the above.
Q130. India has made concerted efforts for achieving the goals of resource planning right from the: 1 Marks
A. First Five Year Plan. B. Second Five Year Plan.
C. Third Five Year Plan. D. Fourth Five Year Plan.
Ans: A First Five Year Plan.
Explanation:
From the First Five Year Plan after independence.
Q131. The diverse flora and fauna of the planet are under great threat mainly due to: 1 Marks
A. Global Warming B. Lack of water availability
C. Insensitivity to our environment D. Increasing pollution
Ans: C Insensitivity to our environment
Q132. Some countries colonised other countries because of their: 1 Marks
A. Natural beauty. B. Money. C. Rich resources. D. None of the above.
Ans: C Rich resources.
Explanation:
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Q133.Directions: In the following questions, the Assertions (A) and Reason(s) (R) have been put forward. Read 1 Marks
both the statements carefully and choose the correct alternative from the following:
Assertion (A): Conservation of biodiversity is essential for sustainable development.
Reason (R): It ensures the availability of natural resources for future generations.
A. Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of B. Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation
A. of A.
C. A is true, but R is false. D. A is false, but R is true.
Ans: A Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A.
Q134. What are rare species? 1 Marks
A. These are species whose population has declined to levels. B. Species with small population.
C. Species which are only found in some particular areas D. Species with small population.
usually isolated by natural or geographical. barriers.
Ans: B Species with small population.
Q135. Which one of the following is not considered a sacred tree in India 1 Marks
A. Peepal B. Neem C. Banyan D. Mango
Ans: B Neem
Q136. The species which are not found in the areas of their occurrence are known as _______. 1 Marks
A. Endangered Species B. Extinct Species C. Rare Species D. Normal Species
Ans: B Extinct Species
Explanation:
The species which are not found after searching known areas where they may occur is said to have undergone extinction.
Extinction in biology or ecology means end of organism or group of organisms.
Some of the animals that faced extinction are woolly mammoth, stellar sea cow, dodo etc.
Q137. Which state in India has the largest area under permanent forests? 1 Marks
A. Jammu & kashmir. B. Madhya Pradesh. C. Tamil Nadu. D. West Bengal.
Ans: B Madhya Pradesh.
Q138. The species which are not found after searches of known or likely areas where they may occur. 1 Marks
A. Endangered species B. Extinct species C. Rare species D. Normal species
Ans: B Extinct species
Q139.Directions: In the following questions, the Assertions (A) and Reason(s) (R) have been put forward. Read 1 Marks
both the statements carefully and choose the correct alternative from the following:
Assertion (A): India is one of the world’s richest countries in terms of biodiversity.
Reason (R): India has 47,000 plant species and over 90,000 species of animals.
A. Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of B. Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation
A. of A.
C. A is true, but R is false. D. A is false, but R is true.
Ans: A Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A.
Q140. Which one of the following is a medicinal plant used to treat some types of cancer? 1 Marks
A. Himalayan Yew B. Himalayan Oak C. Madhuca insignis D. Hubbardia heptaneuron
Ans: A Himalayan Yew
Q141. Biotic resources are obtained from: 1 Marks
A. Biosphere and include living organisms. B. Biosphere and include non-living components.
C. The earth. D. None of the above.
Ans: A Biosphere and include living organisms.
Explanation:
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 Biotic resources are obtained from the biosphere and include living organisms.
Q142. Which one of the following types of forest is found in Sundarbans? 1 Marks
A. Evergreen forest B. Coniferous forest
C. Mangrove forest D. Deciduous forest
Ans: C Mangrove forest
Explanation:
Sundarban forests are located in Ganga-Brahmaputra delta of West Bengal and Bangladesh.
Mangrove forests of Sundarbans are largest mangrove forests of the world.
Mangrove forests comprise of small shrubs or trees that grow in coastal saline or brackish waters.
These shrubs or trees can withstand high salinity conditions.
Q143. Fisheries are heavily dependent on the maintenance of ……………. 1 Marks
A. Artificial ponds. B. Mating and reproduction.
C. Aquatic biodiversity. D. Ecological diversity.
Ans: C Aquatic biodiversity.
Q144. Which of these statements is not a valid reason for the depletion of flora and fauna? 1 Marks
A. Agricultural expansion. B. Large scale developmental projects.
C. Grazing and fuel wood collection. D. Rapid industrialisation and urbanisation.
Ans: A Agricultural expansion.
Q145. What was the plan of this act? 1 Marks
A. Protecting the remaining population of certain B. To conserve forests.
endangered species by banning hunting.
C. To breed animals. D. Employment for jungle habitants.
Ans: A Protecting the remaining population of certain endangered species by banning hunting.
Q146. The soil which ha? higher concentration of Ranker nodules is called:: 1 Marks
A. Hangar. B. Khadar. C. Alluvial soil. D. Red soil.
Ans: A Hangar.
Explanation:
The bangar soil has higher concentration of kanker nodules than the khadar.
Q147. Sacred Groves are: 1 Marks
A. Parts of large forests that have been left untouched by the B. Places for grazing animals.
local people.
C. Forests earmarked for commercial felling of trees. D. Forests used for planting trees with medicinal properties.
Ans: A Parts of large forests that have been left untouched by the local people.
Q148. Under which category of species does the Andaman wild pig come? 1 Marks
A. Extinct. B. Rare. C. Vulnerable. D. Endemic.
Ans: D Endemic.
Q149. Arunachal Pradesh has abundant water resources but lacks: 1 Marks
A. In mineral resources. B. In infrastructural development.
C. In technology. D. None of the above.
Ans: B In infrastructural development.
Explanation:
Arunachal has abundance of water resources but lacks in infrastructural development.
Q150. Asiatic cheetah and pink head duck are examples of _______, 1 Marks
A. Endemic Species. B. Extinct species. C. Rare species. D. Vulnerable species.
Ans: B Extinct species.
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Q151. Which of the following is the main reasons for land degradation in the states of Gujarat, Rajasthan, 1 Marks
M.P. and Maharashtra:
A. Deforestation. B. Floods. C. Over-grazing. D. All the above.
Ans: C Over-grazing.
Q152. Which is the world’s fastest land mammal? 1 Marks
A. Cheetah B. Cat C. Rabbit D. All of above
Ans: A Cheetah
Q153. What are unclassed forests? 1 Marks
A. Forest land reserved for wood resources. B. Forest land are protected from any further depletion.
C. Most valuable as far as the conservation of forest and D. Forests and wastelands belonging to both government and
wildlife resources are concerned. private individuals and communities.
Ans: D Forests and wastelands belonging to both government and private individuals and communities.
Q154.Directions: In the following questions, the Assertions (A) and Reason(s) (R) have been put forward. Read 1 Marks
both the statements carefully and choose the correct alternative from the following:
Assertion (A): Mangroves are crucial for coastal ecosystem protection.
Reason (R): Mangroves reduce the impact of cyclones and tidal waves.
A. Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of B. Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation
A. of A.
C. A is true, but R is false. D. A is false, but R is true.
Ans: A Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A.
Q155. Which particular animal came under the threatened list? 1 Marks
A. The tiger. B. Leopard C. Black buck. D. Peacock.
Ans: A The tiger.
Q156. The Buxa Tiger Reserve in West Bengal is seriously threatened by the ongoing ______. 1 Marks
A. Coal mining. B. Iron ore mining.
C. Copper mining. D. Dolomite mining.
Ans: D Dolomite mining.
Q157. Rocks and metals are examples of: 1 Marks
A. Biotic resources. B. Abiotic resources.
C. Natural resources. D. All the above.
Ans: B Abiotic resources.
Explanation:
Rocks and metals are examples of abiotic resources.
Q158. Choose the correct option to complete the statement given below: 1 Marks
Wild life week is observed ever year in the first week of ______.
A. November B. August C. September D. October
Ans: D October
Q159. Substantial parts of the tribal belts in north¬eastern India, have been deforested by: 1 Marks
A. Shifting cultivation B. Mining
C. Infrastructure development D. None of the above
Ans: A Shifting cultivation
Q160. When was “Project Tiger” launched? 1 Marks
A. 1975. B. 1972. C. 1973. D. 1977.
Ans: C 1973.
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Q161. What was the aim of Chipko movement? 1 Marks
A. Human rights B. Political rights
C. Agricultural expansion D. Forest conservation
Ans: D Forest conservation
Q162. Which one of the following is not responsible for the decline in India's biodiversity? 1 Marks
A. Mining activities B. Hunting and poaching
C. Forest fire D. Afforestation
Ans: D Afforestation
Q163. Species which are found in some particular areas usually isolated by natural or geographical barriers. 1 Marks
A. Rare species B. Normal species
C. Endangered species D. Endemic species
Ans: D Endemic species
Q164. Which one of these is a vulnerable species? 1 Marks
A. Asiatic Buffalo. B. Desert fox. C. Gangetic dolphin. D. Nicobar pigeon.
Ans: C Gangetic dolphin.
Q165. What type of forest lands are protected from any further depletion. 1 Marks
A. Reserved forests. B. Unclassed forests.
C. Protected forests. D. National parks.
Ans: C Protected forests.
Q166.Directions: In the following questions, the Assertions (A) and Reason(s) (R) have been put forward. Read 1 Marks
both the statements carefully and choose the correct alternative from the following:
Assertion (A): Biodiversity helps maintain ecological balance.
Reason (R): Different species perform different ecological functions.
A. Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of B. Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation
A. of A.
C. A is true, but R is false. D. A is false, but R is true.
Ans: A Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A.
Q167. In which year was Project Tiger launched?​​ 1 Marks
A. 1973 B. 1983 C. 1993 D. 1963
Ans: A 1973
Q168. What does joint forest management (JFM) furnish? 1 Marks
A. Diversified crop production. B. No use of pesticides.
C. Involving local communities in the management and D. Large scale production.
restoration of degraded forests.
Ans: C Involving local communities in the management and restoration of degraded forests.
Q169. Which species are in danger of extinction – 1 Marks
A. Normal Species B. Endangered species C. Rare species D. Endemic species
Ans: B Endangered species
Q170. What benefits are the members of these communities entitled to by the JFM? 1 Marks
A. Benefits like in all forest products. B. Share in the timber harvested by ‘successful protection.
C. Share in the financial output. D. Share in the different plants and crops.
Ans: B Share in the timber harvested by ‘successful protection.
Q171. The Mundas and Santhals of Chhota Nagpur region worship which one of the following trees?​​ 1 Marks
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Ans: A Mahua.
Q172.Directions: In the following questions, the Assertions (A) and Reason(s) (R) have been put forward. Read 1 Marks
both the statements carefully and choose the correct alternative from the following:
Assertion (A): Forests help in reducing soil erosion.
Reason (R): Tree roots bind the soil and prevent it from being washed away by water.
A. Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of B. Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation
A. of A.
C. A is true, but R is false. D. A is false, but R is true.
Ans: A Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A.
Q173. Red laterite soil is suitable for growing which of the following crops: 1 Marks
A. Coffee. B. Tea. C. Wheat. D. Cashew nut.
Ans: D Cashew nut.
Explanation:
Red laterite soil is more suitable for crops like cashew nuts.
Q174. The wildlife of India can be divided into how many zones? 1 Marks
A. 4 zones B. 5 zones C. 7 zones D. 9 zones
Ans: B 5 zones
Q175. What are reserved forests? 1 Marks
A. Most valuable as far as the conservation of forest and B. Forest land are protected from any further depletion.
wildlife resources are concerned.
C. Forests and wastelands belonging to both government and D. Forest land reserved for wood resources.
private individuals and communities.
Ans: A Most valuable as far as the conservation of forest and wildlife resources are concerned.
Q176. JFM depends on the formation of…………………………. that undertake protection activities mostly on 1 Marks
degraded forest land managed by the forest department.
A. State managed institutions. B. District level institutions.
C. Local (village) institutions. D. National bodies.
Ans: C Local (village) institutions.
Q177. What is IUCN? 1 Marks
A. Indian Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural B. International Union for Conservation of Nature.
Resources.
C. Intercontinental Union for Conservation of Nature. D. International Union of Courtiers for Nature and Natural
Resources.
Ans: B International Union for Conservation of Nature.
Explanation:
IUCN stands for International Union for Conservation of Nature. It works for the conservation of nature and the
sustainable use of natural resources.
It was founded by Julian Huxley in the year 1948. Its headquarter is located at Gland in Switzerland.
Q178. Which forests are most valuable for conservation of forest and wildlife resources are concerned – 1 Marks
A. Protected forest B. Reserved forest C. Unclassed forest D. None of above
Ans: B Reserved forest
Q179. Corbett National park is in 1 Marks
A. Uttarakhand, is home for tiger. B. Rajasthan and is home for black buck.
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Ans: A Uttarakhand, is home for tiger.
Explanation:
Jim Corbett national park is the oldest national park in India and was established in 1936 as Hailey national
park to protect the endangered Bengal tiger.
It is located in Nainital district of Uttarakhand and was named after Jim Corbett who played a key role in its
establishment.
The park was the first to come under the Project tiger initiative. The park has sub-Himalayan belt geographical
and ecological characteristics.
Q180. How much land is the forest and tree cover in the country estimated to be? 1 Marks
A. 79.42 million hectares. B. 80 million hectare.
C. 78.2 million hectares. D. 8.42 million hectares.
Ans: A 79.42 million hectares.
Q181. Tribals of Odisha and Bihar worship the ……………trees during weddings. 1 Marks
A. Tamarind. B. Eucalyptus. C. Banyan. D. Peepal.
Ans: A Tamarind.
Q182. Which one of the following was launched in 1973? 1 Marks
A. Project Tiger B. Indian Wildlife Act
C. Wildlife Act D. Indian Wildlife Protection Act.
Ans: A Project Tiger
Q183. What is JFM? 1 Marks
A. Joint Forest Management. B. Judicial Forest Management.
C. Joint Forest Means. D. Joint Forest Means.
Ans: A Joint Forest Management.
Q184. Which of the given below is a rare species? 1 Marks
A. Blue sheep. B. Andaman wild pig.
C. Asiatic buffalo. D. Pink head duck.
Ans: C Asiatic buffalo.
Q185. Choose the correct option to complete the statement given below: 1 Marks
Elephants and one-homed rhinoceroses are found in the forests of _______.
A. Assam B. Gujarat C. Kerala D. Karnataka
Ans: A Assam
Q186. The greatest damage inflicted on Indian forests was during the colonial period due to…. 1 Marks
A. Expansion of the railways, agriculture. B. Trade.
C. Industry. D. Taking complete control over the Indian forests.
Ans: A Expansion of the railways, agriculture.
Q187. A chemical compound called ‘taxol’, which is extracted from the bark, needles, twigs and roots of 1 Marks
Himalayan yew, is used to treat _______, and it is the biggest selling drug in the world for the
treatment of this disease.
A. Tuberculosis. B. Malaria. C. Diabetes. D. Cancer.
Ans: D Cancer.
Q188. Black soil is also known as: 1 Marks
A. Hangar. B. Khadar. C. Regur. D. All the above.
Ans: C Regur.
Explanation:
Black soil is black in colour and also known as regur soil.
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Q189. What % of Indian land area is mountain area: 1 Marks
A. 10% B. 20% C. 30% D. 40%
Ans: C 30%
Q190. Name two states that have a bulk of it under protected forests? 1 Marks
A. Madhya Pradesh. B. Himachal pradesh.
C. Maharashtra. D. Tamil Nadu.
Ans: B Himachal pradesh.
Q191. A chemical compound called ‘taxol’ is extracted from ………………which is the drug that is now the 1 Marks
biggest selling anti-cancer drug.
A. Bark of the Himalyan yew. B. Trees of the Nilgiri hills.
C. Plants from the Brahmaputra area. D. Leaves of the Himalayan Yew.
Ans: A Bark of the Himalyan yew.
Q192. The first International Earth Summit was held in Rio-de-Janerio in Brazil in: 1 Marks
A. August 1991. B. August 1992.
C. June 1991. D. June 1992.
Ans: D June 1992.
Q193. In which of the following books. Schumaches presented Gandhian Philosopy: 1 Marks
A. Big beautiful. B. Large in beautiful.
C. Small is beautiful. D. Everything is beautiful.
Ans: C Small is beautiful.
Q194. The Buxar Tiger Reserve is seriously threatened by: 1 Marks
A. Iron ore mining B. Oil exploration
C. Dolomite mining in that area D. Volcanic eruption in that area
Ans: C Dolomite mining in that area
Q195. The availability of resources is a necessary condition for the development of: 1 Marks
A. Any country. B. Any state.
C. Any region. D. None of the above
Ans: C Any region.
Explanation:
For any region, the availability of resources is a necessary condition for development.
Q196. Which of the following states has the largest area under permanent forests? 1 Marks
A. West Bengal B. Assam C. Madhya Pradesh D. Manipur
Ans: C Madhya Pradesh
Q197. Which state have large percentages of reserved forests of its total forest area – 1 Marks
A. Maharashtra B. Uttarakhand C. West Bengal D. All of above
Ans: D All of above
Q198. Which one of the following statements is not true with regard to depletion of flora and fauna? 1 Marks
A. Land required for housing B. Agricultural expansion
C. Mining activities D. Shifting agriculture
Ans: A Land required for housing
Q199. Which of the given below are endemic species? 1 Marks
A. Asiatic elephant, Gangetic dolphin. B. Asiatic buffalo, desert fox.
C. Nicobar pigeon, Andaman wild pig, D. Asiatic cheetah, pink head duck.
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Q200. Species which are only found in some particular areas isolated by geographical barriers are called: 1 Marks
A. Extinct species B. Endemic species C. Rare species D. Critical species
Ans: B Endemic species
Q201. Which community in India is famous for protecting the blackbucks? 1 Marks
A. Dogras B. Santhals C. Bishnois D. All of these
Ans: C Bishnois
Explanation:
In Bishnoi villages in Rajasthan, herds of blackbucks, peacocks and nilgai are seen as an integral part of the community and nobody harms
them.
Bishnoi community is known for protecting the blackbucks.
Q202. Which one of the following is an endangered species of Manipur? 1 Marks
A. Asiatic Buffalo B. Sangai (brow anter deer)
C. Cattle D. Blue Sheep
Ans: B Sangai (brow anter deer)
Q203. In which one of the following states is Periyar Tiger Reserves Located? 1 Marks
A. Rajasthan B. Assam C. Uttaranchal D. Kerala
Ans: D Kerala

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