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Environmental Ecology, Biodiversity and Climate Change

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Q1 · Ecology and Biodiversity · HARD
Consider the following statements about the ADCs' powers under the Sixth Schedule: 1. ADCs have legislative powers over land and forest management. 2. ADCs have judicial powers over customary practices and marriage. 3. Panchayati Raj institutions as per the 73rd Amendment are fully applicable in Sixth Schedule areas. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q2 · Ecology and Biodiversity · HARD
Consider the following statements about the biodiversity of Meghalaya: 1. Meghalaya falls under the Indo-Burma biodiversity hotspot. 2. Sacred groves have traditionally been protected by tribal communities for spiritual reasons. 3. The state has subtropical highland climate conducive for diverse flora and fauna. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q3 · Ecology and Biodiversity · MEDIUM
Which of the following is the correct sequence of ecological succession in a bare rock (Xerarch succession)?
Q4 · Ecology and Biodiversity · HARD
Consider the following statements about Sacred Groves: 1. They are patches of forest preserved by tribal communities for religious purposes. 2. In Meghalaya, they are traditionally known as 'Law Kyntang' among the Khasi people. 3. The Fifth Schedule of the Constitution specifically mandates their protection. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?