Chandigarh PCS · General Studies · Environmental Ecology, Biodiversity and Climate Change

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Ecology and Biodiversity

Ecosystems, biodiversity and conservation.

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  • Q1 · Ecology and Biodiversity · HARD

    Consider the following about ecological succession: 1. Primary succession occurs on bare surfaces without any prior vegetation. 2. Climax community is the stable final stage of succession. 3. Secondary succession is generally faster than primary succession. Which of the above statements is/are correct?

  • Q2 · Ecology and Biodiversity · HARD

    Which of the following statements regarding Ramsar sites is/are correct? 1. They are wetlands of international importance designated under the Ramsar Convention. 2. India has the highest number of Ramsar sites in Asia. 3. Sukhna Lake in Chandigarh was designated as a Ramsar site in 2022. Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

  • Q3 · Ecology and Biodiversity · HARD

    Consider the following statements about the Shivalik Hills ecosystem: 1. They are geologically the youngest mountain range in India. 2. They are rich in fossil beds containing evidence of early mammals. 3. They receive higher rainfall than the main Himalayan range. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  • Q4 · Ecology and Biodiversity · HARD

    Consider the following statements about the Garden City Movement that influenced Chandigarh's planning: 1. It was initiated by Sir Ebenezer Howard in the United Kingdom. 2. Garden cities were intended to be planned communities surrounded by greenbelts. 3. The movement originated in the early 20th century around 1920. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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