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Environment UPSC PYQs
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Which of the following statements in relation to NIRANTAR (National Institute for Research and Application of Natural Resources to Transform, Adapt and Build Resilience), a platform of institutions under the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, is/are correct? 1. Ecosystem Survey and Analysis is a vertical under this platform, the lead institute of which is Botanical Survey of India, Kolkata. 2. Research and Management of Ecosystem Service is a vertical under this platform, the lead institute of which is Central Zoo Authority, New Delhi. 3. Capacity Development Support is a vertical under this platform, the lead institute of which is Indian Institute of Forest Management, Bhopal.
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With reference to Madhav National Park, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. It was declared a Tiger Reserve in India in 2025. 2. Sakhya Sagar, which is designated as a Ramsar Site, is situated within this National Park. 3. Its area is shared between Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan.
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Consider the following statements about *Rhynchostylis retusa* (Foxtail orchid): 1. It is an epiphytic orchid. 2. The species is endemic to North-east India. 3. It is the State flower of Arunachal Pradesh and Assam.
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With respect to the Western Hoolock Gibbons, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. A Sanctuary in North-east India is home to this ape species listed as Endangered in the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Red List. 2. They have specialized brachiation and can easily swing between trees. 3. They possess a strong and heavy build like gorillas, yet are remarkably agile tree climbers.
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Which one of the following is the first Plan Vivo certified Reducing Emissions from Deforestation and Forest Degradation (REDD+) project in India?
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Which of the following is/are the most significant implication(s) of obtaining Oeko-Tex certification for Eri Silk in the global textile industry? 1. It allows Indian exporters to compete in high-end markets that prioritise chemical-free products. 2. It confirms that Eri Silk meets international safety, environmental, and quality standards, enabling its entry into premium eco-conscious markets.
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A bond whose proceeds are used only to finance or refinance a combination of both environmental and social projects is called:
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A District Magistrate is tasked with overseeing the implementation of a new waste management facility in a multi-ethnic district. The project includes setting up a waste sorting facility on land traditionally used by a local tribal community for cultural events. Protests arise from this community, citing cultural and religious significance attached to the land. Additionally, environmental groups raise concerns about potential pollution risks. Which of the following options would be most appropriate for the District Magistrate to do? 1. Initiate dialogue with the tribal community, environmental groups, and the project developers to assess alternative locations or designs for the facility. 2. Stop the project entirely and shift the waste management plant to a remote location, ensuring no impact on the tribal community or environment. 3. Form a high-powered committee comprising legal experts, environmentalists, and local representatives to assess all dimensions of the dispute. 4. Provide financial compensation to the tribal community while continuing with the project at the original location.
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