1. A sandy and saline area in the natural habitat of an Indian animal species. The animal has no predators in that area but its existence is threatened due to the destruction of its habitat. Which one of the following could be that animal?

2. Which of the following is considered 'Hot Spot' of biodiversity?

3. Which one of the following groups of animals belongs to the category of endangered species?

4. The most important strategy for the conservation of biodiversity together with traditional human life is the establishment of

5. Which one of the following is not a 'biodiversity hot spot' of India?

6. Consider the following.
1. Black-necked crane
2. Cheetah
3. Flying squirrel
4. Snow Leopard Which of the above are naturally found in India?

7. The Government of India encourages the cultivation of 'sea buckthorn'. What is the importance of this plant?
1. It helps in controlling soil erosion and in preventing desertification.
2. It is a rich source of biodiesel.
3. It has nutritional value and is well-adapted to grow in cold areas of high altitudes.
4. Its timber is of great commercial value. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

8. Sea buckthorn has a huge global market potential. The berries of this plant are rich in vitamins and nutrients. Genghis Khan used them to improve stamina of his troops. Russian cosmonauts used its oil to combat radiation. Where is this plant found in India?

9. Concerning an organization known as 'Bird Life International', which of the following statement is/are correct?
1. It is a Global Partnership of Conservation Organizations.
2. The concept of 'biodiversity hotspots' originated from this organization.
3. It identifies the site referred to as 'Important Bird and Biodiversity Areas'. Select the correct answer using the code given below.

10. The annual production of biomass is minimal in which of the environment.

11. The author of 'Tomorrow's Biodiversity' is

12. Consider the following statements.
1. Salt-water crocodile is found in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
2. Shrew and tapir are found in the Western Ghats of the Malabar region. Code

13. The Biodiversity Act was passed by the Indian Parliament in

14. Concerning a conservation organization called 'Wetlands International', which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. It is an intergovernmental organization formed by the countries which are signatories to Ramsar Convention.
2. It works at the ground level to develop and mobilize knowledge and use the practical experience to advocate for better policies. Select the correct answer using the code given below.

15. If a wetland of international importance is brought under the 'Montreux Record', what does it imply?

16. The decade 2011-20 has been designated by the UNO as the decade of

17. Which one of the following is the most important factor responsible for the decline of biodiversity?

18. A tree species in Mauritius failed to reproduce because of the extinction of a fruit-eating bird. Which one of the following was that bird?

19. Biodiversity is described as

20. The 'Hot Spot' of Biodiversity in India are

21. Which one of the following is not a site for an in-situ method of conservation of flora?

22. Which one of the following States is related to 'Silent Valley Project'?

23. Biodiversity day is celebrated on

24. Concerning 'dugong', a mammal found in India, which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. It is a herbivorous marine animal.
2. It is found along the entire coast of India.
3. It is given legal protection under Schedule I of the Wildlife
(Protection) Act, 1972. Select the correct answer using the code given below.

25. With reference to biodiversity, which of the following regions in India is regarded as 'HOT SPOT'?