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Topic Biodiversity hotspot
Asked 3 times across 2 UPSC exams over 16 years (2010–2026), peaking in 2010.
Key insights
- Most tested in CSE — 2 of 3 PYQs
- Most asked in 2010
- Recurs across 2 years (2010–2026)
How it travelled across exams
First appearance in each exam — the same idea, reframed.
CSE 2010 → GEO 2026
How the concept evolved
Long-running — most appearances (2 of 3) predate 2016, and it still returns.
Sample questions
You've seen the pattern — here are a few of the actual PYQs.
GEO2026
Consider the following statements in respect of biodiversity hot spot
- It is an area unusually rich in biodiversity
- The flora and fauna are under a constant threat of overexploitation
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- A I only
- B II only
- C Both I and II
- D Neither I nor II
Answer key not yet available (pending official release)
Environment & Ecology › Biodiversity & Conservation
CSE2010
Consider the following statements: (2010)
- Biodiversity hotspots are located only in tropical regions
- India has four biodiversity hotspots i.e., Eastern Himalayas, Western Himalayas, Western Ghats and Andaman and Nicobar Islands
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- A 1 only
- B 2 only
- C Both 1 and 2
- D Neither 1 nor 2
Answer key not yet available (pending official release)
Environment & Ecology › Biodiversity & Conservation
CSE2010
Consider the following regions: (2010)
- Eastern Himalayas
- Eastern Mediterranean region
- North-western Australia
Which of the above is/are Biodiversity Hotspot(s)?
- A 1 only
- B 1 and 2 only ✓
- C 2 and 3 only
- D 1,2 and 3
✓ Correct answer: (B)
Environment & Ecology › Biodiversity & Conservation
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