Sample questions
You've seen the pattern — here are a few of the actual PYQs.
CSE2014
The most important strategy for the conservation of biodiversity together with traditional human life is the establishment of
- A biosphere reserves ✓
- B botanical gardens
- C national parks
- D wildlife sanctuaries
✓ Correct answer: (A)
Environment & Ecology › Biodiversity & Conservation
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
CSE2011
With reference to India, consider the following Central Acts
- Import and Export (Control) Act, 1947
- Mining and Mineral Development (Regulation) Act, 1957
- Customs Act, 1962
- Indian Forest Act, 1927
Which of the above Acts have relevance to/bearing on the biodiversity conservation in the country?
- A 1 and 3 only
- B 2, 3 and 4 only
- C 1, 2, 3 and 4 ✓
- D None of the above Acts
✓ Correct answer: (C)
Environment & Ecology › Environmental Governance & Law
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