HPAS · General Studies (Paper I)
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Environment and ecology
Ecosystems, biodiversity, conservation, environmental laws.
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Take a full mock →Q1 · Environment and ecology · EASY
The Great Himalayan National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is located in which district of Himachal Pradesh?
Q2 · Environment and ecology · HARD
Consider the following statements about Ramsar wetlands in India: 1. India has the largest network of Ramsar sites in South Asia. 2. Pong Dam Lake in Himachal Pradesh is a Ramsar site. 3. Ramsar Convention was signed in 1975. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q3 · Environment and ecology · HARD
Consider the following statements about Eco-Sensitive Zones (ESZ): 1. ESZs are declared under the Environment Protection Act, 1986. 2. Mining activities are completely prohibited in all ESZs. 3. The purpose of ESZ is to act as a shock absorber for protected areas. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q4 · Environment and ecology · MEDIUM
Which of the following is NOT a criterion for designation as a Ramsar Site?
Q5 · Environment and ecology · HARD
Which of the following statements regarding ecological succession is/are correct? 1. Primary succession occurs in areas with pre-existing soil. 2. Secondary succession is generally faster than primary succession. 3. The climax community represents the final stable stage of succession.