Introduction to Indian Geography Test 57

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Which of the following is/are correct regarding ecological succession?
$$1$$. Primary succession takes a very short time.
$$2$$. Secondary succession starts in an area where the soil is already present.
Select the correct answer using the codes given.

A
$$1$$ only

B
$$2$$ only

C
Both $$1$$ and $$2$$

D
Neither $$1$$ nor $$2$$
Solution
Ecological succession is a process of directional change in vegetation on an ecological time scale. It is of two types: Primary and Secondary.
Primary Succession - When a terrestrial site is first colonised by the pioneer species. It takes a very long time For Eg. Lichens and Mosses.
Secondary Succession - It occurs on preexisting soil whereas primary succession usually occurs in a place lacking soil. After Climax (destruction of an existing site by natural event – droughts, floods, storms or by human intervention. for eg. – deforestation, agriculture, overgrazing) the sequential development of biotic communities.
Question 2
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Consider the following statements about Nagoya Protocol.
$$1$$. The Nagoya Protocol provides access to genetic resources and the fair and equitable sharing of benefits arising from their utilization.
$$2$$. Aichi Biodiversity Targets were created in the Nagoya Protocol.
Which of the given statements is/are correct?

A
$$1$$ only

B
$$2$$ only

C
Both $$1$$ and $$2$$

D
Neither $$1$$ nor $$2$$

Solution

The Nagoya Protocol on Access to Genetic Resources and the Fair and Equitable Sharing of Benefits Arising from their Utilization to the Convention on Biological Diversity is a supplementary agreement to the Convention on Biological Diversity. It provides a transparent legal framework for the effective implementation of fair and equitable sharing of benefits arising out of the utilization of genetic resources. The Strategic Plan consists of 20 new biodiversity targets for 2020, termed the 'Aichi Biodiversity Targets'.
Question 3
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Which among the following are the important gaps in the Western Ghats?

A
Palghat

B
Borghat

C
Thalghat

D
All the above

Solution

The Western Ghats or Sahyadri run parallel to the west coast of Indian peninsula through six states and are called 'The Great Escarpment of India'. Thalghat and Bhorghat are important passes which provide passage by road and rail between the Konkan Plains in the west and the Deccan Plateau in the east. The southern part of the Western Ghats is separated from the main Sahyadri range by Pal ghat Gap. Pal Ghat Gap is a rift valley.
Question 4
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Which among the following is the highest peak in the peninsular plateau?

A
Annapurna peak

B
Dodda Beta

C
Anaimudi peak

D
K$$2$$(Godwin Austen)

Solution

AnaimudiPeak in Kerala, with a height of 2,695 m above sea level, is the highest peak of peninsular India. Three ranges radiate in different directions from Anaimudi. These ranges are the Anamalai (1800-2000 m) to the north, the Palani (900-1,200 m) to the north-east and the Cardamom Hills or the Ealaimalai to the south.
Question 5
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Consider the following statements.
$$1$$. The Narmada valley marks the northern limit of Western Ghats.
$$2$$. Palani hills, Anaimalai hills, and Cardamon hills converge at Doda Betta.
$$3$$. Guru Shikhar is the highest peak in the Eastern Ghats.
Which among the following are correct?

A
$$1$$ and $$2$$ only

B
$$2$$ only

C
$$3$$ only

D
None of these

Solution

The Western Ghats or Sahyadri run parallel to the west coast of Indian peninsula through six states and are called 'The Great Escarpment of India'. The northern section of the Ghats starts from Tapi valley. The southern part of the Western Ghats is separated from the main Sahyadri range by Pal ghat Gap. Anaimudi (2,695 m) is the highest peak in the whole of southern India. Three ranges radiate in different directions from Anaimudi - Anamalai, Palani, and Cardamom. Jindhagada is the highest mountain in the Eastern Ghats situated in Araku, district Vishakapatnam in Andhra Pradesh.
Question 6
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Which of the following statements is/are correct about the International Solar Alliance (ISA)?
$$1$$. All countries between the tropics of Cancer and Capricorn are part of International Solar Alliance (ISA).
$$2$$. It will function from the National Institute of Solar Energy in India, Gurgaon.

A
$$1$$ only

B
$$2$$ only

C
Both $$1$$ and $$2$$

D
Neither $$1$$ nor $$2$$

Solution

International Solar Alliance (ISA) is conceived as a coalition of solar resource-rich countries (countries lying fully or partially between the Tropic of Cancer and the Tropic of Capricorn) to address their special energy needs and will provide a platform to collaborate on addressing the identified gaps through a common, agreed approach. The institutional structure of ISA consists of an Assembly, a Council and a Secretariat. The secretariat of the ISA is to be located in Gurugram, India. The initiative has been launched by India and France on the first day of the Climate Change Conference (COP21), Paris Summit.
Question 7
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Which of the following are consequences of deforestation?
$$1$$. Silting
$$2$$. Loss of wild habitat
$$3$$. Loss of $$CO_2$$ sink
$$4$$. Pollution
Select the correct answer using the codes given.

A
$$3$$ only

B
$$2$$ and $$3$$

C
$$1, 3$$ and $$4$$

D
$$1, 2, 3$$ and $$4$$

Solution

Trees play a vital role to hold the surface on mountains and create natural barriers for the rain waters apart from providing fresh oxygen and acting as carbon dioxide sink. Deforestation affects wild animals, plants, and humans in at least four distinct ways: via soil erosion, water cycle disruption, which can lead to desertification and habitat loss. Agriculture is adversely affected by siltation, flooding, soil degradation, etc. The stress of environmental change may make some species more susceptible to the effect of insects, pollution, and diseases.
Question 8
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What is the name of a species that is highly connected to the entire food web and whose loss may result in ecosystem collapse?

A
Keystone species

B
Limiting species

C
Top species

D
Vital species

Solution

Keystone species is a species whose addition or loss to an ecosystem will lead to major changes in the ecosystem. This is because certain species are considered more important in determining the presence of other species. All top predators are considered Keystone Species i.e. tiger, lion, crocodile.
Question 9
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'Genetic Engineering Appraisal Committee' (GEAC) is under the aegis of _________.

A
The Environment (Protection) Act, $$1986$$

B
The Wildlife Protection Act, $$1972$$

C
The Water (Prevention and Control of pollution) Act, $$1974$$

D
The Forest (Conservation) Act, $$1980$$

Solution

The Genetic Engineering Appraisal Committee (GEAC) works under the aegis of Environment Protection Act and functions in the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEF&CC). It is responsible for appraisal of activities involving large-scale use of hazardous microorganisms and recombinants in research and industrial production from the environmental angle. The committee is also responsible for appraisal of proposals relating to release of genetically engineered (GE) organisms and products into the environment including experimental field trials.
Question 10
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The drug named Diclofenac has been in news, because _________.

A
A drug used in treating various endangered bird species in India

B
A drug that enters in to the food chain and causes death of vultures

C
It is an anti-inflammatory drug used in Poultry farming causing death of human

D
None of the above

Solution

Diclofenac, a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug which is given to cattle in inflammation and pain has been the reason for rapid decline in the population of vulture. The vultures die of renal failure or kidney failure after eating carcasses of cattle administered with the drug. Almost 95% of vultures in India have disappeared after consuming diclofenac affected carcasses of cattle.

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$$2$$ only

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Question 2

$$1$$ only

$$2$$ only

Both $$1$$ and $$2$$

Neither $$1$$ nor $$2$$

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Question 3

Palghat

Borghat

Thalghat

All the above

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Question 4

Annapurna peak

Dodda Beta

Anaimudi peak

K$$2$$(Godwin Austen)

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Question 5

$$1$$ and $$2$$ only

$$2$$ only

$$3$$ only

None of these

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Question 6

$$1$$ only

$$2$$ only

Both $$1$$ and $$2$$

Neither $$1$$ nor $$2$$

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Question 7

$$3$$ only

$$2$$ and $$3$$

$$1, 3$$ and $$4$$

$$1, 2, 3$$ and $$4$$

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Question 8

Keystone species

Limiting species

Top species

Vital species

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Question 9

The Environment (Protection) Act, $$1986$$

The Wildlife Protection Act, $$1972$$

The Water (Prevention and Control of pollution) Act, $$1974$$

The Forest (Conservation) Act, $$1980$$

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Question 10

A drug used in treating various endangered bird species in India

A drug that enters in to the food chain and causes death of vultures

It is an anti-inflammatory drug used in Poultry farming causing death of human

None of the above

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