Environmental Education and Sustainability (314301) Unit 3 Set 5

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Unit – III Ecosystem and Biodiversity [12 MARKS]

3.1 Ecosystem – Definition, Aspects of ecosystem, Division of ecosystem, General characteristics of ecosystem, Functions of ecosystem
3.2 Biodiversity – Definitions, Levels, Value, and loss of biodiversity
3.3 Biodiversity Assessment Initiatives in India
3.4 SWOT analysis of biodiversity hot spot in India
3.5 Conservations of biodiversity – objects, and laws for conservation of biodiversity

SET 5

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#1. Why is biodiversity crucial for the health of ecosystems?

It allows ecosystems to recover from environmental changes

It leads to higher economic profit for humans

It reduces the number of species

It increases the population of a single species

#2. Which factor is directly linked to the loss of biodiversity in marine ecosystems?

Increased tourism

Overfishing

Planting mangroves

Restoration of coral reefs

#3. What is the major effect of deforestation on biodiversity?

Increased carbon sequestration

Loss of species and ecosystems

Creation of new wildlife habitats

Decrease in soil erosion

#4. What role do humans play in the loss of biodiversity?

Human activities such as pollution and urbanization lead to habitat loss

Humans protect biodiversity through conservation efforts

Humans have no effect on biodiversity

Humans preserve biodiversity by farming and developing monocultures

#5. Which of the following actions can help in conserving biodiversity?

Clearing land for agricultural use

Deforestation to make space for urban areas

Establishment of protected areas like national parks

Introducing non-native species to improve ecosystems

#6. Which of the following is an example of a genetic resource provided by biodiversity?

Forests

Crops with disease resistance

Coral reefs

Wetlands for flood control

#7. What is an invasive species?

A species that is native to a specific ecosystem

A species that grows rapidly in its native environment

A non-native species that disrupts an ecosystem

A species that evolves over time in response to environmental changes

#8. Which of the following is a key reason why biodiversity is important for agriculture?

It increases the complexity of the food web

It promotes resistance to pests and diseases

It limits the productivity of crops

It makes farming more expensive

#9. What is the impact of climate change on biodiversity?

It can lead to more abundant species

It causes the extinction of vulnerable species

It increases the resilience of ecosystems

It creates more stable ecosystems

#10. What is the benefit of maintaining high biodiversity in an ecosystem?

Increased risk of disease outbreaks

Reduced resilience to environmental changes

Higher ecological stability and sustainability

Reduced genetic variation

#11. Which of the following statements about biodiversity loss is true?

Biodiversity loss only affects wildlife

Biodiversity loss is irreversible and can never be mitigated

Biodiversity loss is a minor concern for human well-being

Biodiversity loss can lead to the collapse of ecosystems and loss of services

#12. Which of the following is a key initiative for biodiversity assessment in India?

National Biodiversity Action Plan (NBAP)

Green India Mission

National River Conservation Plan

National Action Plan for Climate Change

#13. What is the main objective of the National Biodiversity Action Plan (NBAP) in India?

To increase the number of national parks

To conserve biodiversity and promote its sustainable use

To increase urbanization for development

To reduce the area under forests

#14. Which of the following is a major component of India’s biodiversity assessment efforts?

Protected Area Network (PAN)

The India River Basin Program

The Clean Energy Initiative

The Green Corridor Plan

#15. The “State of Forest Report” is published by which organization in India?

Ministry of Environment Forest and Climate Change

National Biodiversity Authority

Forest Survey of India

Wildlife Institute of India

#16. What is the aim of the “Bio-India” initiative in biodiversity assessment?

To enhance biodiversity education

To conduct bio-prospecting and patenting of biodiversity

To encourage the use of biotechnology in agriculture

To identify and conserve indigenous species and ecosystems

#17. Which project is aimed at identifying the biodiversity of India’s Western Ghats?

The Sundarbans Project

The Western Ghats Biodiversity Assessment Project

The Himalayan Biodiversity Initiative

The Indo-Gangetic Biodiversity Survey

#18. Which organization is responsible for conducting the “India State of Forest Report”?

National Biodiversity Authority

Wildlife Institute of India

Forest Survey of India

Indian Council of Forestry Research and Education

#19. The National Biodiversity Authority (NBA) in India is primarily responsible for:

Protection of endangered species

Promoting tourism in protected areas

Implementing the Biological Diversity Act 2002

Managing forest conservation efforts

#20. What is the purpose of the “People’s Biodiversity Registers” (PBRs) in India?

To document traditional knowledge and biodiversity conservation practices

To survey the population of endangered species

To promote biotechnology in agriculture

To list species that are ready for commercialization

#21. Which of the following programs aims at assessing biodiversity at the national level in India?

National Conservation Program

National Forest Monitoring System

National Mission on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services

National River Biodiversity Assessment Program

#22. What is the key focus of the “National Biodiversity Register” in India?

Documenting threatened species only

Cataloging all species and ecosystems across the country

Promoting public awareness about biodiversity

Estimating economic value of biodiversity

#23. Which Indian state launched its own “State Biodiversity Action Plan” as part of biodiversity conservation efforts?

Kerala

Rajasthan

Goa

Odisha

#24. Which project is focused on assessing and monitoring India’s marine biodiversity?

National Marine Biodiversity Monitoring Project

Marine Conservation and Assessment Program

Coastal and Marine Biodiversity Monitoring Project

Marine Protected Areas Program

#25. What is the purpose of the “Biodiversity Heritage Sites” program in India?

To increase agricultural production

To protect ecologically sensitive areas and unique species

To promote wildlife tourism

To create large national parks

#26. Which organization developed the “Green India Mission” for biodiversity conservation in India?

Ministry of Environment Forest and Climate Change

National Biodiversity Authority

Wildlife Institute of India

Forest Survey of India

#27. Which of the following surveys assesses the distribution and population status of India’s wildlife?

National Wildlife Survey

Indian Wildlife Census

All-India Tiger Census

Wildlife Conservation Report

#28. What is the significance of the “Biodiversity Management Committees” (BMCs) in India?

To regulate commercial use of biodiversity

To assess the financial value of biodiversity

To promote biodiversity conservation at local levels

To manage wildlife reserves

#29. Which of the following is a key biodiversity-related initiative in India under the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD)?

Global Biodiversity Outlook Initiative

India's National Biodiversity Action Plan

The Green India Initiative

The Clean Ganga Project

#30. Which of the following is an objective of India’s “National Mission on Sustainable Agriculture”?

To promote organic farming in India

To ensure food security while conserving biodiversity

To support large-scale industrial farming

To increase the use of chemical fertilizers in agriculture

#31. The “Forest Certification Program” in India focuses on:

Promoting sustainable timber trade

Assessing the age of tree species

Recording endangered species

Promoting monoculture plantations

#32. What does the “S” in SWOT analysis represent?

Sustainability

Strengths

Safety

Science

#33. Which of the following is considered a strength of biodiversity hotspots in India?

High levels of habitat destruction

Rich species diversity

Low levels of endemic species

Limited protected areas

#34. What is a major strength of India’s biodiversity hotspots?

Large scale deforestation

Presence of endemic species

Urbanization

Lack of biodiversity protection

#35. Which biodiversity hotspot in India is famous for its rich flora and fauna including several endemic species?

The Sundarbans

The Western Ghats

The Thar Desert

The Gangetic Plains

#36. What is one of the major weaknesses of biodiversity hotspots in India?

Overpopulation of wildlife

Lack of tourism

Habitat fragmentation and loss

High conservation funding

#37. Which of the following is a weakness often associated with biodiversity hotspots in India?

Low human population density

Limited awareness of biodiversity

Abundant natural habitats

Effective wildlife protection laws

#38. What does the “O” in SWOT analysis represent?

Opportunities

Organization

Operations

Observations

#39. Which opportunity could help in the conservation of biodiversity hotspots in India?

Expansion of urban infrastructure

Promotion of eco-tourism and sustainable tourism practices

Deforestation for agricultural development

Increased industrial activities

#40. What is one of the potential opportunities for biodiversity hotspots in India?

Expansion of monoculture plantations

Promotion of sustainable agricultural practices

Complete urbanization of forested areas

Encouraging illegal poaching activities

#41. Which of the following is a potential threat to biodiversity hotspots in India?

Increased biodiversity conservation funding

Illegal hunting and poaching

Effective environmental laws

Habitat restoration programs

#42. What is one of the major threats to the biodiversity of India’s hotspots?

Climate change

Low rates of deforestation

Decreasing pollution levels

Increased forest cover

#43. What does the “T” in SWOT analysis represent?

Threats

Time

Technology

Training

#44. Which of the following is a strength of the Eastern Himalayas biodiversity hotspot?

High level of human settlement

Presence of rare and endemic species

Lack of available water resources

Monoculture plantations

#45. What is a weakness in the biodiversity hotspot of the Eastern Ghats?

Rich marine life

Large protected areas

High levels of habitat degradation and deforestation

Increased number of wildlife sanctuaries

#46. What is a major threat to the biodiversity of the Western Ghats hotspot?

Sustainable forestry practices

Unchecked urbanization and infrastructure development

Strict wildlife protection laws

Increase in protected area coverage

#47. Which of the following is a threat to the Sundarbans biodiversity hotspot?

Strong legal protection

Rising sea levels due to climate change

Low levels of human settlement

Extensive mangrove restoration

#48. Which biodiversity hotspot in India is known for its high level of plant species endemism?

The Himalayas

The Indo-Burma region

The Western Ghats

The Sundarbans

#49. What is a key opportunity for biodiversity conservation in the North-Eastern Himalayan hotspot?

Promotion of non-sustainable farming methods

Strengthening indigenous knowledge and community-led conservation

Large-scale deforestation

Expansion of mining activities

#50. What is one of the major threats to the biodiversity of the Western Himalayas?

Over-exploitation of natural resources

Increased habitat restoration

Effective legal enforcement

Expansion of eco-tourism

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Unit – III Ecosystem and Biodiversity [12 MARKS]

SET 5

#1. Why is biodiversity crucial for the health of ecosystems?

#2. Which factor is directly linked to the loss of biodiversity in marine ecosystems?

#3. What is the major effect of deforestation on biodiversity?

#4. What role do humans play in the loss of biodiversity?

#5. Which of the following actions can help in conserving biodiversity?

#6. Which of the following is an example of a genetic resource provided by biodiversity?

#7. What is an invasive species?

#8. Which of the following is a key reason why biodiversity is important for agriculture?

#9. What is the impact of climate change on biodiversity?

#10. What is the benefit of maintaining high biodiversity in an ecosystem?

#11. Which of the following statements about biodiversity loss is true?

#12. Which of the following is a key initiative for biodiversity assessment in India?

#13. What is the main objective of the National Biodiversity Action Plan (NBAP) in India?

#14. Which of the following is a major component of India’s biodiversity assessment efforts?

#15. The “State of Forest Report” is published by which organization in India?

#16. What is the aim of the “Bio-India” initiative in biodiversity assessment?

#17. Which project is aimed at identifying the biodiversity of India’s Western Ghats?

#18. Which organization is responsible for conducting the “India State of Forest Report”?

#19. The National Biodiversity Authority (NBA) in India is primarily responsible for:

#20. What is the purpose of the “People’s Biodiversity Registers” (PBRs) in India?

#21. Which of the following programs aims at assessing biodiversity at the national level in India?

#22. What is the key focus of the “National Biodiversity Register” in India?

#23. Which Indian state launched its own “State Biodiversity Action Plan” as part of biodiversity conservation efforts?

#24. Which project is focused on assessing and monitoring India’s marine biodiversity?

#25. What is the purpose of the “Biodiversity Heritage Sites” program in India?

#26. Which organization developed the “Green India Mission” for biodiversity conservation in India?

#27. Which of the following surveys assesses the distribution and population status of India’s wildlife?

#28. What is the significance of the “Biodiversity Management Committees” (BMCs) in India?

#29. Which of the following is a key biodiversity-related initiative in India under the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD)?

#30. Which of the following is an objective of India’s “National Mission on Sustainable Agriculture”?

#31. The “Forest Certification Program” in India focuses on:

#32. What does the “S” in SWOT analysis represent?

#33. Which of the following is considered a strength of biodiversity hotspots in India?

#34. What is a major strength of India’s biodiversity hotspots?

#35. Which biodiversity hotspot in India is famous for its rich flora and fauna including several endemic species?

#36. What is one of the major weaknesses of biodiversity hotspots in India?

#37. Which of the following is a weakness often associated with biodiversity hotspots in India?

#38. What does the “O” in SWOT analysis represent?

#39. Which opportunity could help in the conservation of biodiversity hotspots in India?

#40. What is one of the potential opportunities for biodiversity hotspots in India?

#41. Which of the following is a potential threat to biodiversity hotspots in India?

#42. What is one of the major threats to the biodiversity of India’s hotspots?

#43. What does the “T” in SWOT analysis represent?

#44. Which of the following is a strength of the Eastern Himalayas biodiversity hotspot?

#45. What is a weakness in the biodiversity hotspot of the Eastern Ghats?

#46. What is a major threat to the biodiversity of the Western Ghats hotspot?

#47. Which of the following is a threat to the Sundarbans biodiversity hotspot?

#48. Which biodiversity hotspot in India is known for its high level of plant species endemism?

#49. What is a key opportunity for biodiversity conservation in the North-Eastern Himalayan hotspot?

#50. What is one of the major threats to the biodiversity of the Western Himalayas?

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