UPSC Editorials Quiz : 21 March 2025

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• Question 1 of 5 1. Question Keoladeo National Park is known for which of the following rare migratory birds? a) Siberian Crane b) Indian Peafowl c) Himalayan Monal d) Great Indian Bustard Correct Solution: a) Keoladeo National Park is famous for hosting the rare and threatened Siberian Crane, which migrates from the northern hemisphere to breed in the park. The park is a crucial bird sanctuary and a key stopover for many migratory bird species. Incorrect Solution: a) Keoladeo National Park is famous for hosting the rare and threatened Siberian Crane, which migrates from the northern hemisphere to breed in the park. The park is a crucial bird sanctuary and a key stopover for many migratory bird species.

#### 1. Question

Keoladeo National Park is known for which of the following rare migratory birds?

• a) Siberian Crane

• b) Indian Peafowl

• c) Himalayan Monal

• d) Great Indian Bustard

Solution: a)

Keoladeo National Park is famous for hosting the rare and threatened Siberian Crane, which migrates from the northern hemisphere to breed in the park. The park is a crucial bird sanctuary and a key stopover for many migratory bird species.

Solution: a)

• Question 2 of 5 2. Question What is the primary purpose of the Air Quality Management Exchange Platform (AQMx), introduced by the CCAC? a) To provide real-time air quality data to the public b) To track greenhouse gas emissions c) To monitor climate change d) To facilitate global cooperation for improving air quality Correct Solution: d) The Air Quality Management Exchange Platform (AQMx) was developed by the Climate and Clean Air Coalition (CCAC) to promote global cooperation in improving air quality. It provides air quality managers with the necessary tools and guidance to meet WHO Air Quality Guidelines. By facilitating the sharing of best practices and data, AQMx supports the development of policies that enhance air quality and, ultimately, improve health outcomes worldwide. This platform aligns with the global push for better air quality management in response to a UNEA-6 resolution. Incorrect Solution: d) The Air Quality Management Exchange Platform (AQMx) was developed by the Climate and Clean Air Coalition (CCAC) to promote global cooperation in improving air quality. It provides air quality managers with the necessary tools and guidance to meet WHO Air Quality Guidelines. By facilitating the sharing of best practices and data, AQMx supports the development of policies that enhance air quality and, ultimately, improve health outcomes worldwide. This platform aligns with the global push for better air quality management in response to a UNEA-6 resolution.

#### 2. Question

What is the primary purpose of the Air Quality Management Exchange Platform (AQMx), introduced by the CCAC?

• a) To provide real-time air quality data to the public

• b) To track greenhouse gas emissions

• c) To monitor climate change

• d) To facilitate global cooperation for improving air quality

Solution: d)

The Air Quality Management Exchange Platform (AQMx) was developed by the Climate and Clean Air Coalition (CCAC) to promote global cooperation in improving air quality. It provides air quality managers with the necessary tools and guidance to meet WHO Air Quality Guidelines. By facilitating the sharing of best practices and data, AQMx supports the development of policies that enhance air quality and, ultimately, improve health outcomes worldwide. This platform aligns with the global push for better air quality management in response to a UNEA-6 resolution.

Solution: d)

• Question 3 of 5 3. Question Consider the following statements regarding the impact of polar ice melting on global climate systems: The melting of Arctic ice can disrupt thermohaline circulation, affecting global climate patterns. Melting permafrost releases methane, a potent greenhouse gas, which contributes to global warming. The melting of Antarctic ice has no significant impact on global sea levels due to its limited ice volume. How many of the above statements is/are correct? a) Only one b) Only two c) All three d) None Correct Solution: b) Statement 1 is correct because the influx of freshwater from melting Arctic ice can disrupt the thermohaline circulation, which drives global ocean currents and regulates climate patterns. Statement 2 is also correct, as the melting of permafrost releases methane, a powerful greenhouse gas that significantly contributes to global warming. Statement 3 is incorrect because the melting of Antarctic ice, especially from its vast ice sheets, has a profound impact on global sea levels, potentially leading to significant sea level rise. Incorrect Solution: b) Statement 1 is correct because the influx of freshwater from melting Arctic ice can disrupt the thermohaline circulation, which drives global ocean currents and regulates climate patterns. Statement 2 is also correct, as the melting of permafrost releases methane, a powerful greenhouse gas that significantly contributes to global warming. Statement 3 is incorrect because the melting of Antarctic ice, especially from its vast ice sheets, has a profound impact on global sea levels, potentially leading to significant sea level rise.

#### 3. Question

Consider the following statements regarding the impact of polar ice melting on global climate systems:

• The melting of Arctic ice can disrupt thermohaline circulation, affecting global climate patterns.

• Melting permafrost releases methane, a potent greenhouse gas, which contributes to global warming.

• The melting of Antarctic ice has no significant impact on global sea levels due to its limited ice volume.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• a) Only one

• b) Only two

• c) All three

Solution: b)

Statement 1 is correct because the influx of freshwater from melting Arctic ice can disrupt the thermohaline circulation, which drives global ocean currents and regulates climate patterns.

Statement 2 is also correct, as the melting of permafrost releases methane, a powerful greenhouse gas that significantly contributes to global warming.

Statement 3 is incorrect because the melting of Antarctic ice, especially from its vast ice sheets, has a profound impact on global sea levels, potentially leading to significant sea level rise.

Solution: b)

Statement 1 is correct because the influx of freshwater from melting Arctic ice can disrupt the thermohaline circulation, which drives global ocean currents and regulates climate patterns.

Statement 2 is also correct, as the melting of permafrost releases methane, a powerful greenhouse gas that significantly contributes to global warming.

Statement 3 is incorrect because the melting of Antarctic ice, especially from its vast ice sheets, has a profound impact on global sea levels, potentially leading to significant sea level rise.

• Question 4 of 5 4. Question Consider the following statements regarding the elongated tortoise: The elongated tortoise is typically found in Southeast Asia and is rarely found in India. The species is listed as critically endangered due to illegal wildlife trade and habitat destruction. The elongated tortoise was recently spotted in Haryana’s Sultanpur National Park. How many of the above statements is/are incorrect? (a) Only one (b) Only two c) All three d) None Correct Solution: a) Statement 1 is correct because the elongated tortoise is native to Southeast Asia and is not commonly found in India. Statement 2 is also correct, as the species is listed as “Critically Endangered” on the IUCN Red List due to severe population declines caused by habitat destruction and illegal wildlife trade. However, statement 3 is incorrect, as the tortoise was spotted in the Damdama area in the Aravallis, not Sultanpur National Park. Incorrect Solution: a) Statement 1 is correct because the elongated tortoise is native to Southeast Asia and is not commonly found in India. Statement 2 is also correct, as the species is listed as “Critically Endangered” on the IUCN Red List due to severe population declines caused by habitat destruction and illegal wildlife trade. However, statement 3 is incorrect, as the tortoise was spotted in the Damdama area in the Aravallis, not Sultanpur National Park.

#### 4. Question

Consider the following statements regarding the elongated tortoise:

• The elongated tortoise is typically found in Southeast Asia and is rarely found in India.

• The species is listed as critically endangered due to illegal wildlife trade and habitat destruction.

• The elongated tortoise was recently spotted in Haryana’s Sultanpur National Park.

How many of the above statements is/are incorrect?

• (a) Only one

• (b) Only two

• c) All three

Solution: a)

Statement 1 is correct because the elongated tortoise is native to Southeast Asia and is not commonly found in India.

Statement 2 is also correct, as the species is listed as “Critically Endangered” on the IUCN Red List due to severe population declines caused by habitat destruction and illegal wildlife trade.

However, statement 3 is incorrect, as the tortoise was spotted in the Damdama area in the Aravallis, not Sultanpur National Park.

Solution: a)

Statement 1 is correct because the elongated tortoise is native to Southeast Asia and is not commonly found in India.

However, statement 3 is incorrect, as the tortoise was spotted in the Damdama area in the Aravallis, not Sultanpur National Park.

• Question 5 of 5 5. Question Consider the following statements regarding Amphibious Operations: Amphibious operations require coordination between land, naval, and air forces. These operations are only conducted during wartime scenarios. The Indian Armed Forces have developed a doctrine for conducting amphibious operations in the Indian Ocean Region. Which of the above statements is/are correct? a) 1 only b) 1 and 3 only c) 2 and 3 only d) 1, 2 and 3 Correct Solution: b) Statement 1 is correct as amphibious operations require coordination between land, naval, and, in many cases, air forces to project military power from the sea onto land. Statement 3 is also correct, as the Indian Armed Forces have developed an Amphibious Operations Doctrine that provides guidance for conducting such operations, especially in the strategically vital Indian Ocean Region. However, statement 2 is incorrect because amphibious operations can be conducted both during wartime and peacekeeping missions. Incorrect Solution: b) Statement 1 is correct as amphibious operations require coordination between land, naval, and, in many cases, air forces to project military power from the sea onto land. Statement 3 is also correct, as the Indian Armed Forces have developed an Amphibious Operations Doctrine that provides guidance for conducting such operations, especially in the strategically vital Indian Ocean Region. However, statement 2 is incorrect because amphibious operations can be conducted both during wartime and peacekeeping missions.

#### 5. Question

Consider the following statements regarding Amphibious Operations:

• Amphibious operations require coordination between land, naval, and air forces.

• These operations are only conducted during wartime scenarios.

• The Indian Armed Forces have developed a doctrine for conducting amphibious operations in the Indian Ocean Region.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

• b) 1 and 3 only

• c) 2 and 3 only

• d) 1, 2 and 3

Solution: b)

Statement 1 is correct as amphibious operations require coordination between land, naval, and, in many cases, air forces to project military power from the sea onto land.

Statement 3 is also correct, as the Indian Armed Forces have developed an Amphibious Operations Doctrine that provides guidance for conducting such operations, especially in the strategically vital Indian Ocean Region.

However, statement 2 is incorrect because amphibious operations can be conducted both during wartime and peacekeeping missions.

Solution: b)

Statement 1 is correct as amphibious operations require coordination between land, naval, and, in many cases, air forces to project military power from the sea onto land.

However, statement 2 is incorrect because amphibious operations can be conducted both during wartime and peacekeeping missions.

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