Sample questions
You've seen the pattern — here are a few of the actual PYQs.
CSE2016
Recently, our scientists have discovered a new and distinct species of banana plant which attains a height of about 11 metres and has orange-coloured fruit pulp. In which part of India has it been discovered?
- A Andaman Islands ✓
- B Anaimalai Forests
- C Maikala Hills
- D Tropical rain forests of northeast
✓ Correct answer: (A)
Environment & Ecology › Biodiversity & Conservation
CSE2016
With reference to 'Red Sanders', sometimes seen in the news, consider the following statements
- It is a tree species found in a part of South India
- It is one of the most important trees in the tropical rain forest areas of South India
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 ✓
✓ Correct answer: (D)
Environment & Ecology › Protected Areas & Species
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