Sample questions
You've seen the pattern — here are a few of the actual PYQs.
CSE2012
Consider the following protected areas
- Bandipur
- Bhitarkanika
- Manas
- Sunderbans
Which of the above are declared Tiger Reserves?
- A 1 and 2 only
- B 1, 3 and 4 only ✓
- C 2, 3 and 4 only
- D 1, 2, 3 and 4
✓ Correct answer: (B)
Environment & Ecology › Protected Areas & Species
CSE2011
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 Bay of Bengal before flowing into the sea. This is an important site of wildlife and biodiversity and a protected area. Which one of the following could be this?
- A Bhitarkanika ✓
- B Chandipur-on-sea
- C Gopalpur-on-sea
- D Simlipal
✓ Correct answer: (A)
Environment & Ecology › Protected Areas & Species
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