1.Consider the following statements: 1) Under Ramsar convention, it is mandatory on the part of the government of India to protect and conserve all the wetlands in the territory of India. 2) The wetlands (conservation and management) rules, 2010 were framed by Government of India based on the recommendations of Ramsar convention. 3) The wetlands (Conservation and Management) Rules, 2010 also encompass the drainage area or catchment regions of the wetlands as determined by the authority Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
2.If National Water Mission is properly and completely implemented, howwill it impact the country? 1. Part of the water needs of urban areas will be met through recycling of waste-water. 2. The water requirements of coastal cities with inadequate alternative sources of water will be met by adopting appropriate technologies that allow for the use of ocean water 3. All the rivers of Himalayan origin will be linked to the rivers of peninsular India 4. The expenses incurred by farmers for digging bore- wells and for installing motors and pump-sets to draw groundwater will be completely reimbursed by the Government Select the correct answer using the codes
3.With reference to India, consider the following Central Acts: 1) Import and Export (Control) Act, 1947 2) Mining and Mineral Development (Regulation) Act, 1957 3) Customs Act, 1962 4) Indian Forest Act, 1927 Which of the above Acts have relevance to/bearing on the biodiversity conservation in the country?
4.How is the National Green Tribunal (NGT) different from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB)? 1) The NGT has been established by an Act whereas the CPCB has been created by an executive order of the Government. 2) The NGT provides environmental justice and helps reduce the burden of litigation in the higher courts whereas the CPCB promotes cleanliness of streams and wells, and aims to improve the quality of air in the country. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
5.Which one of the following Union Ministries is implementing the Biodiesel Mission (as Nodal Ministry)?
6.How does National Biodiversity Authority (NBA) help in protecting the Indian agriculture? 1) NBA checks the biopiracy and protects the indigenous and traditional genetic resources. 2) NBA directly monitors and supervises the scientific research on genetic modification of crop plants. 3) Applicati0on for Intellectual Property Rights related to genetic/biological resources cannot be made without the approval of NBA. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
7.With reference to Bombay Natural History Society (BNHS), consider the following statements: 1) It is an autonomous organization under the Ministry of Environment and Forests. 2) It strives to conserve nature through action-based research, education and public awareness. 3) It organizes and conducts nature trails and camps for the general public. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
8.‘Gadgil Committee Report’ and ‘Kasturirangan Committee Report’, sometimes seen in the news, are related to
9.Which of the following are the key features of ‘National Ganga River Basin Authority’ (NGRBA)? 1) River basin is the unit of planning and management. 2) It spearheads the river conservation efforts at the national level. 3) One of the Chief Ministers of the States through which the Ganga flows becomes the Chairman of NGRBA on rotation basis. Select the correct answer using the code given below.
10.Consider the following statements: 1) Animal Welfare Board of India is established under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986. 2) National Tiger Conservation Authority is a statutory body. 3) National Ganga River Basin Authority is chaired by the Prime Minister. Which of the statements given above is / are correct?
