200950 + Mcqs in General McqOptions

1.	Recombinant DNA technology (genetic engineering) allows genes to be transferred 1. to different species of plants 2. from animals to plants 3. from microorganisms to higher organisms
A.	only 1
B.	2 and 3
C.	1 and 3
D.	all these
Answer» D. all these

Discussion

2.	Consider the following statements 1. Maize can be used for production of starch. 2. Oil extracted from maize can be feedstock for bio-diesel. 3. Alcoholic drink can be produced using corn. Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct
A.	only 1
B.	1 and 2
C.	2 and 3
D.	all these
Answer» E.

Discussion

3.	Improper handling and storage of cereals and oilseeds results in the production of toxins, known as aflatoxins, which are not normally destroyed by common cooking methods. Aflatoxins are produced by?
A.	bacteria
B.	protozoa
C.	mildew
D.	Virus
Answer» D. Virus

Discussion

4.	Apart from fingerprint scanning, which of the following can be/are used for biometric identification of an individual? 1. iris scanning 2. retinal scanning 3. speech recognition
A.	only 1
B.	2 and 3
C.	1 and 3
D.	all these
Answer» E.

Discussion

5.	Which of the following pair(s) is/are correctly matched? Spacecraft Purpose 1. Cassini-Huygens - Orbiting Venus and transmitting data to Earth 2. Messenger - Mapping and Exploration of Mercury 3. Voyager 1 and 2 - Exploration of Outer and Family
A.	only 1
B.	2 and 3
C.	1 and 3
D.	All of the above
Answer» C. 1 and 3

Discussion

6.	Consider the following animals of India 1. Crocodile 2. Elephant Which of the above is/are the endangered species(s)?
A.	only 1
B.	only 2
C.	1 and 2
D.	None of these
Answer» D. None of these

Discussion

7.	With reference to Agni 4 missile, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. It is a surface-to-surface missile. 2. In this only liquid propellant is used as fuel. 3. It can throw a one ton nuclear warhead up to a distance of 7500 km.
A.	only 1
B.	2 and 3
C.	1 and 3
D.	all these
Answer» B. 2 and 3

Discussion

8.	There is some concern about nanoparticles of certain chemical elements used by industry in the manufacture of various products. Why ? 1. They can accumulate in the environment and contaminate water and soil. 2. They can enter food chains. 3. They can release the production of free radicals.
A.	1 and 2
B.	only 3
C.	1 and 3
D.	all these
Answer» E.

Discussion

9.	Consider the following statements 1. Sal type toothless mammals are not found in India. 2. Only Ulak type of api is found in India. Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
A.	only 1
B.	only 2
C.	1 and 2
D.	none of the above
Answer» D. none of the above

Discussion

10.	Which one of the following is also known as 'top slip'?
A.	Simlipal National Park
B.	Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary
C.	Manjira Wildlife Sanctuary
D.	Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary and National Park
Answer» E.

Discussion

11.	Which one of the following is not a Biosphere Reserve?
A.	For august
B.	nallamalai
C.	Nilgiri
D.	Panchmarhi
Answer» C. Nilgiri

Discussion

12.	Consider the following statements 1. In India Red Panda is found naturally only in the Western Himalayas. 2. In India, the slow loris lives in the dense forests of the north-east. Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
A.	only 1
B.	only 2
C.	1 and 2
D.	neither 1 nor 2
Answer» C. 1 and 2

Discussion

13.	Consider the following 1. Paddy fields 2. Mining of coal 3. Domesticated animals 4. Wetlands Which of the above are sources of the major greenhouse gas, methane?
A.	1 and 4
B.	2 and 3
C.	1,2 and 3
D.	all these
Answer» E.

Discussion

14.	Four out of all the biosphere reserves of India have been recognized by UNESCO in the world network. Which one of the following is not one of them?
A.	Bay of Mannar
B.	kangchenjunga
C.	Nanda Devi
D.	Sundarbans
Answer» C. Nanda Devi

Discussion

15.	Consider the following regions 1. Eastern Himalaya 2. Eastern Mediterranean region 3. North-Western Australia Which of the above is/are hot-spots of biodiversity?
A.	only 1
B.	1 and 2
C.	2 and 3
D.	all these
Answer» B. 1 and 2

Discussion

16.	The sandy and saline area is the natural habitat of an Indian animal species. There are no predators of that animal in that area, but its existence is in danger due to the destruction of its habitat. Which of the following could this animal be?
A.	Indian wild buffalo
B.	Indian wild donkey
C.	Indian wild pig
D.	Indian Gazelle (Kurang)
Answer» C. Indian wild pig

Discussion

17.	Biodiversity remains the basis of human existence through the following mediums 1. Soil formation 2. Prevention of soil erosion 3. Recycling of waste 4. Crop pollination
A.	1,2 and 3
B.	2,3 and 4
C.	1 and 4
D.	all these
Answer» E.

Discussion

18.	Consider the following statements 1. Photosynthesis 2. Respiration 3. Weathering of organic matter 4. Volcanic actions Which of the above activities add carbon dioxide to the Earth's carbon cycle?
A.	1 and 4
B.	2 and 3
C.	2.3 and 4
D.	all these
Answer» D. all these

Discussion

19.	Ozone hole formation in the Antarctic region is a matter of concern. What is the possible reason for the formation of this hole?
A.	Presence of Specific Tropical Disturbances and Intake of Chloro-Fluoro Carbons
B.	Presence of distinctive polar front and stratospheric clouds and inflow of chloro-fluorocarbons
C.	Absence of polar front and stratospheric clouds and inflow of methane and chloro-fluorocarbons
D.	Temperature rise in the polar region due to global warming
Answer» C. Absence of polar front and stratospheric clouds and inflow of methane and chloro-fluorocarbons

Discussion

20.	Western Ghats-Sri Lanka and Indo-Burma have been recognized as hot spots of biodiversity on the basis of three of the following parameters 1. Species richness 2. Botanical density 3. Endemism 4. . anthropomorphic-botanical importance 5. apprehension perception 6. adaptation of flora and fauna to hot and humid conditions.
A.	1,2 and 6
B.	2,4 and 6
C.	1,3 and 5
D.	3,4 and 6
Answer» D. 3,4 and 6

Discussion

21.	The following list/lists are included in the 'Red Data Books' published by the International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources (IUCN) 1. List of endemic plant and animal species existing in hot-spots of biodiversity \| 2. List of endangered plant and animal species. 3. List of protected sites for nature and natural resource conservation in different countries.
A.	1 and 3
B.	only 2
C.	2 and 3
D.	only 3
Answer» C. 2 and 3

Discussion

22.	Concern has been expressed over the increase in harmful algae blooms in the sea waters of India. What could/could be the causative element of this trend? 1. Discharge of nutrients from estuaries 2. Water-flow from land in monsoon 3. Effluent into oceans
A.	only 1
B.	1 and 2
C.	2 and 3
D.	all these
Answer» E.

Discussion

23.	Some regions are possibly contributing to global warming due to large-scale rice cultivation. What reason(s) can be held responsible for this? 1. The anaerobic conditions associated with rice cultivation is a factor in the release of methane. 2. When nitrogen based fertilizers are applied, then nitrous oxide is released from the cultivated soil.
A.	only 1
B.	only 2
C.	1 and 2
D.	neither 1 nor 2
Answer» D. neither 1 nor 2

Discussion

24.	Which one of the following is not an in situ method for plant conservation?
A.	Biosphere Reserve
B.	Botanical Garden
C.	National Park
D.	wildlife sanctuary
Answer» C. National Park

Discussion

25.	Consider the following statements 1. Biodiversity is generally higher in lower latitudes than in higher latitudes. 2. In mountain gradients, biodiversity is generally higher in lower elevations than in higher elevations. Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
A.	only 1
B.	only 2
C.	1 and 2
D.	neither 1 nor 2
Answer» D. neither 1 nor 2

Discussion

26.	Consider the following statements 1. Biodiversity hot-spots are located only in tropical regions. 2. India has four biodiversity hotspots namely Eastern Himalayas, Western Himalayas, Western Ghats and Andaman and Nicobar Islands. Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
A.	only 1
B.	only 2
C.	1 and 2
D.	neither 1 nor 2
Answer» E.

Discussion

27.	How is the National Biodiversity Authority (NBA) helpful in agricultural conservation in India? 1. NBA prevents biopiracy and conserves indigenous and traditional genetic resources. 2. The NBA directly monitors and supervises ongoing scientific research on genetic modification of agricultural plants. 3. Application for intellectual property rights related to genetic / biological resources cannot be made without the recommendation of the NBA.
A.	only 1
B.	2 and 3
C.	1 and 3
D.	all these
Answer» E.

Discussion

28.	With reference to food chains in ecosystems, consider the following statements: 1. A food chain represents the sequence in which a series of organisms feed on each other's food. 2. Food chain is found within the population of a species. 3. The food chain represents the number of each organism that is eaten by others. Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
A.	only 1
B.	1 and 2
C.	1,2 and 3
D.	none of these
Answer» B. 1 and 2

Discussion

29.	Consider the following found in ambient atmosphere 1. Soot 2. Sulfur hexafluoride 3. Water vapor Which of the above is/are contributors to atmospheric heating?
A.	1 and 2
B.	only 3
C.	2 and 3
D.	all these
Answer» D. all these

Discussion

30.	Which of the following are found as pollutants in drinking water in some parts of India? 1. Arsenic 2. Sarbitol 3. Fluoride 4. Formaldehyde 5. Uranium
A.	1 and 3
B.	2,4 and 5
C.	1,3 and 5
D.	All of the above
Answer» D. All of the above

Discussion

31.	What are the potential limits of India in mitigation of global warming at present and in the near future? 1. Appropriate alternative technologies are not sufficiently available. 2. India cannot invest huge amount of money in research and development. 3. Many developed countries have already established many polluting industries in India.
A.	1 and 2
B.	only 2
C.	1 and 3
D.	all these
Answer» B. only 2

Discussion

32.	Which one of the following animal groups comes under the category of endangered species?
A.	Great Indian deer, musk deer, red panda and Asian wild donkey
B.	Kashmiri antelope, chital, blue cow and the great Indian sarong
C.	Snow Leopard, Anoop Deer, Rhesus Monkey and Crane
D.	Sihpuchchi Macaque, Blue Cow, Hanuman Langur and Cheetal
Answer» B. Kashmiri antelope, chital, blue cow and the great Indian sarong

Discussion

33.	With reference to the conservation of 'Wetlands International', which of the following statement(s) is/are correct? 1. It is an intergovernmental organization created by the signatory countries of the Ramsar Convention. 2. It works at the field level for the development and accumulation of knowledge and for advocating practical experience for better policies.
A.	only 1
B.	only 2
C.	1 and 2
D.	neither 1 nor 2
Answer» C. 1 and 2

Discussion

34.	Consider the following 1. Black necked stork (Krishnagriva stork) 2. Cheetah 3. Flying squirrel (Kandali) 4. Snow leopard Which of the above are naturally found in India?
A.	1,2 and 3
B.	1,3 and 4
C.	2 and 4
D.	All of the above
Answer» C. 2 and 4

Discussion

35.	Consider the following Indian species 1. Gharial 2. Leatherbank Turtle 3. Anoop deer Which of the above is/are endangered?
A.	1 and 2
B.	only 3
C.	1,2 and 3
D.	none of these
Answer» D. none of these

Discussion

36.	Recombinant DNA technology (genetic engineering) allows genes to be transferred 1. from different species of plants 2. from animals to plants 3. from microorganisms to higher organisms
A.	only 1
B.	2 and 3
C.	1 and 3
D.	all these
Answer» D. all these

Discussion

37.	Consider the following protected areas 1. Bandipur 2. Bhitarkanika 3. Manas 4. Sundarbans Which of the above are declared as Tiger Reserves?
A.	1 and 2
B.	1,3 and 4
C.	2,3 and 4
D.	all these
Answer» C. 2,3 and 4

Discussion

38.	Consider the following statements 1. Star tortoise 2. Monitor lizard 3. Vamana pig 4. Spider apes Which of the above are naturally found in India?
A.	1,2 and 3
B.	2 and 3
C.	1 and 4
D.	all these
Answer» B. 2 and 3

Discussion

39.	With reference to the food chains in an ecosystem, which of the following type(s) of organisms is/are called decomposer organisms? 1. Virus 2. Fungi 3. Bacteria
A.	only 1
B.	2 and 3
C.	1 and 3
D.	all these
Answer» C. 1 and 3

Discussion

40.	Consider the following pairs.
A.	only 1
B.	2 and 3
C.	1,2 and 3
D.	none of these
Answer» D. none of these

Discussion

41.	In which of the following states is the Lion-tailed Vanar (Macaque) found in its natural habitat? 1. Tamil Nadu 2. Kerala 3. Karnataka 4. Andhra Pradesh
A.	1,2 and 3
B.	only 2
C.	1,3 and 4
D.	all these
Answer» B. only 2

Discussion

42.	Which one of the following is the correct sequence of ecosystems in the order of their decreasing productivity?
A.	ocean, lake, grassland, mangroves
B.	mangroves, ocean, grassland, lake
C.	mangroves, grassland, lake, ocean
D.	ocean, mangroves, lake, grassland
Answer» C. mangroves, grassland, lake, ocean

Discussion

43.	Consider the following pairs National Park River flowing through the park 1. Corbett National Park Ganga 2. Kaziranga National Park Manas 3. Silent Valley National Park Cauvery Which of the above pair(s) is/are correct?
A.	1 and 2
B.	only 3
C.	1 and 3
D.	none of these
Answer» E.

Discussion

44.	Consider the following 1. Bats 2. Bears 3. Rodents In which of the above types of animals the phenomenon of hibernation can be observed?
A.	1 and 2
B.	only 2
C.	all these
D.	Freezing cannot be observed in any of the above
Answer» D. Freezing cannot be observed in any of the above

Discussion

45.	When is National Safe Motherhood Day celebrated in India?
A.	April 10
B.	April 11
C.	April 12
D.	April 13
Answer» C. April 12

Discussion

46.	Recently, which organization faced a temporary suspension for reporting its funds?
A.	WWF
B.	WHO
C.	Green Peace
D.	Help Age India
Answer» D. Help Age India

Discussion

47.	ichie Benaudpassed away recently, was he a?
A.	a commentator
B.	a cricketer
C.	both cricketer and commentator
D.	None of these
Answer» D. None of these

Discussion

48.	Which one of the following terms describes not only the space occupied by an organism but also its functional role in the community of organisms?
A.	transition (ecotone)
B.	ecological worker
C.	Accommodation
D.	housing area
Answer» C. Accommodation

Discussion

49.	Why do trees in grasslands not replace grasses as part of ecological succession?
A.	caused by insects and fungi
B.	Due to limited sunlight and lack of nutrients
C.	Due to water limitations and fire
D.	neither of the above
Answer» E.

Discussion

50.	Consider the following pairs 1. Dampa Tiger Reserve - Mizoram 2. Gumti Wildlife Sanctuary - Sikkim 3. Saramati Peak - Nagaland Which of the above pair(s) is/are correctly matched?
A.	only 1
B.	2 and 3
C.	1 and 3
D.	all these
Answer» D. all these

Discussion

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Recombinant DNA technology (genetic engineering) allows genes to be transferred 1. to different species of plants 2. from animals to plants 3. from microorganisms to higher organisms

Consider the following statements 1. Maize can be used for production of starch. 2. Oil extracted from maize can be feedstock for bio-diesel. 3. Alcoholic drink can be produced using corn. Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct

Improper handling and storage of cereals and oilseeds results in the production of toxins, known as aflatoxins, which are not normally destroyed by common cooking methods. Aflatoxins are produced by?

Apart from fingerprint scanning, which of the following can be/are used for biometric identification of an individual? 1. iris scanning 2. retinal scanning 3. speech recognition

Which of the following pair(s) is/are correctly matched? Spacecraft Purpose 1. Cassini-Huygens - Orbiting Venus and transmitting data to Earth 2. Messenger - Mapping and Exploration of Mercury 3. Voyager 1 and 2 - Exploration of Outer and Family

Consider the following animals of India 1. Crocodile 2. Elephant Which of the above is/are the endangered species(s)?

With reference to Agni 4 missile, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. It is a surface-to-surface missile. 2. In this only liquid propellant is used as fuel. 3. It can throw a one ton nuclear warhead up to a distance of 7500 km.

There is some concern about nanoparticles of certain chemical elements used by industry in the manufacture of various products. Why ? 1. They can accumulate in the environment and contaminate water and soil. 2. They can enter food chains. 3. They can release the production of free radicals.

Consider the following statements 1. Sal type toothless mammals are not found in India. 2. Only Ulak type of api is found in India. Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?

Which one of the following is also known as 'top slip'?

Which one of the following is not a Biosphere Reserve?

Consider the following statements 1. In India Red Panda is found naturally only in the Western Himalayas. 2. In India, the slow loris lives in the dense forests of the north-east. Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?

Consider the following 1. Paddy fields 2. Mining of coal 3. Domesticated animals 4. Wetlands Which of the above are sources of the major greenhouse gas, methane?

Four out of all the biosphere reserves of India have been recognized by UNESCO in the world network. Which one of the following is not one of them?

Consider the following regions 1. Eastern Himalaya 2. Eastern Mediterranean region 3. North-Western Australia Which of the above is/are hot-spots of biodiversity?

The sandy and saline area is the natural habitat of an Indian animal species. There are no predators of that animal in that area, but its existence is in danger due to the destruction of its habitat. Which of the following could this animal be?

Biodiversity remains the basis of human existence through the following mediums 1. Soil formation 2. Prevention of soil erosion 3. Recycling of waste 4. Crop pollination

Consider the following statements 1. Photosynthesis 2. Respiration 3. Weathering of organic matter 4. Volcanic actions Which of the above activities add carbon dioxide to the Earth's carbon cycle?

Ozone hole formation in the Antarctic region is a matter of concern. What is the possible reason for the formation of this hole?

Concern has been expressed over the increase in harmful algae blooms in the sea waters of India. What could/could be the causative element of this trend? 1. Discharge of nutrients from estuaries 2. Water-flow from land in monsoon 3. Effluent into oceans

Which one of the following is not an in situ method for plant conservation?

Consider the following statements 1. Biodiversity is generally higher in lower latitudes than in higher latitudes. 2. In mountain gradients, biodiversity is generally higher in lower elevations than in higher elevations. Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?

Consider the following statements 1. Biodiversity hot-spots are located only in tropical regions. 2. India has four biodiversity hotspots namely Eastern Himalayas, Western Himalayas, Western Ghats and Andaman and Nicobar Islands. Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?

Consider the following found in ambient atmosphere 1. Soot 2. Sulfur hexafluoride 3. Water vapor Which of the above is/are contributors to atmospheric heating?

Which of the following are found as pollutants in drinking water in some parts of India? 1. Arsenic 2. Sarbitol 3. Fluoride 4. Formaldehyde 5. Uranium

Which one of the following animal groups comes under the category of endangered species?

Consider the following 1. Black necked stork (Krishnagriva stork) 2. Cheetah 3. Flying squirrel (Kandali) 4. Snow leopard Which of the above are naturally found in India?

Consider the following Indian species 1. Gharial 2. Leatherbank Turtle 3. Anoop deer Which of the above is/are endangered?

Recombinant DNA technology (genetic engineering) allows genes to be transferred 1. from different species of plants 2. from animals to plants 3. from microorganisms to higher organisms

Consider the following protected areas 1. Bandipur 2. Bhitarkanika 3. Manas 4. Sundarbans Which of the above are declared as Tiger Reserves?

Consider the following statements 1. Star tortoise 2. Monitor lizard 3. Vamana pig 4. Spider apes Which of the above are naturally found in India?

With reference to the food chains in an ecosystem, which of the following type(s) of organisms is/are called decomposer organisms? 1. Virus 2. Fungi 3. Bacteria

Consider the following pairs.

In which of the following states is the Lion-tailed Vanar (Macaque) found in its natural habitat? 1. Tamil Nadu 2. Kerala 3. Karnataka 4. Andhra Pradesh

Which one of the following is the correct sequence of ecosystems in the order of their decreasing productivity?

Consider the following pairs National Park River flowing through the park 1. Corbett National Park Ganga 2. Kaziranga National Park Manas 3. Silent Valley National Park Cauvery Which of the above pair(s) is/are correct?

Consider the following 1. Bats 2. Bears 3. Rodents In which of the above types of animals the phenomenon of hibernation can be observed?

When is National Safe Motherhood Day celebrated in India?

Recently, which organization faced a temporary suspension for reporting its funds?

ichie Benaudpassed away recently, was he a?

Which one of the following terms describes not only the space occupied by an organism but also its functional role in the community of organisms?

Why do trees in grasslands not replace grasses as part of ecological succession?

Consider the following pairs 1. Dampa Tiger Reserve - Mizoram 2. Gumti Wildlife Sanctuary - Sikkim 3. Saramati Peak - Nagaland Which of the above pair(s) is/are correctly matched?