UPSC Static Quiz – Environment : 13 February 2025

UPSC Static Quiz – Environment : 13 February 2025 We will post 5 questions daily on static topics mentioned in the UPSC civil services preliminary examination syllabus. Each week will focus on a specific topic from the syllabus, such as History of India and Indian National Movement, Indian and World Geography, and more.We are excited to bring you our daily UPSC Static Quiz, designed to help you prepare for the UPSC Civil Services Preliminary Examination. Each day, we will post 5 questions on static topics mentioned in the UPSC syllabus. This week, we are focusing on Indian and World Geography.

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• Question 1 of 5 1. Question What is the primary habitat of the Indian Wild Ass (Khur) in Gujarat? a) Riverine plains of the Sabarmati basin b) Mountainous regions of Saurashtra c) Desert and grassland ecosystems of the Little Rann of Kutch and Great Rann of Kutch d) Mangrove forests Correct solution: c) The Indian Wild Ass (Khur) (*Equus hemionus khur*) is primarily found in the Little Rann of Kutch and Great Rann of Kutch in Gujarat, which consist of desert and grassland ecosystems. These regions offer the arid, saline, and open landscapes that are well-suited for this species, allowing them to roam freely in search of food and water. The Little Rann of Kutch is particularly crucial as it is home to the Indian Wild Ass Sanctuary, established to protect this endangered species. The region’s seasonal wetlands, sparse vegetation, and dry grasslands provide the necessary resources for their survival. Incorrect solution: c) The Indian Wild Ass (Khur) (*Equus hemionus khur*) is primarily found in the Little Rann of Kutch and Great Rann of Kutch in Gujarat, which consist of desert and grassland ecosystems. These regions offer the arid, saline, and open landscapes that are well-suited for this species, allowing them to roam freely in search of food and water. The Little Rann of Kutch is particularly crucial as it is home to the Indian Wild Ass Sanctuary, established to protect this endangered species. The region’s seasonal wetlands, sparse vegetation, and dry grasslands provide the necessary resources for their survival.

#### 1. Question

What is the primary habitat of the Indian Wild Ass (Khur) in Gujarat?

• a) Riverine plains of the Sabarmati basin

• b) Mountainous regions of Saurashtra

• c) Desert and grassland ecosystems of the Little Rann of Kutch and Great Rann of Kutch

• d) Mangrove forests

solution: c)

The Indian Wild Ass (Khur) (*Equus hemionus khur*) is primarily found in the Little Rann of Kutch and Great Rann of Kutch in Gujarat, which consist of desert and grassland ecosystems. These regions offer the arid, saline, and open landscapes that are well-suited for this species, allowing them to roam freely in search of food and water.

The Little Rann of Kutch is particularly crucial as it is home to the Indian Wild Ass Sanctuary, established to protect this endangered species. The region’s seasonal wetlands, sparse vegetation, and dry grasslands provide the necessary resources for their survival.

solution: c)

• Question 2 of 5 2. Question Which conservation status is NOT applicable to the Red Panda? a) Protected under Schedule I of India’s Wildlife Protection Act, 1972 b) Listed in Appendix I of CITES c) Listed as Endangered on the IUCN Red List d) Listed as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List Correct solution: d) The Red Panda is listed as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, not Vulnerable. This classification highlights its high risk of extinction due to habitat loss, deforestation, and declining bamboo forests. The species is also listed under Appendix I of CITES and Schedule I of India’s Wildlife Protection Act, providing it the highest level of international and national protection. Incorrect solution: d) The Red Panda is listed as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, not Vulnerable. This classification highlights its high risk of extinction due to habitat loss, deforestation, and declining bamboo forests. The species is also listed under Appendix I of CITES and Schedule I of India’s Wildlife Protection Act, providing it the highest level of international and national protection.

#### 2. Question

Which conservation status is NOT applicable to the Red Panda?

• a) Protected under Schedule I of India’s Wildlife Protection Act, 1972

• b) Listed in Appendix I of CITES

• c) Listed as Endangered on the IUCN Red List

• d) Listed as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List

solution: d)

The Red Panda is listed as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, not Vulnerable. This classification highlights its high risk of extinction due to habitat loss, deforestation, and declining bamboo forests. The species is also listed under Appendix I of CITES and Schedule I of India’s Wildlife Protection Act, providing it the highest level of international and national protection.

solution: d)

• Question 3 of 5 3. Question In which part of the world is nearly 50% of the Red Panda’s habitat found? a) Tibetan Plateau b) Southern China plains c) Western Himalayas d) Eastern Himalayas Correct solution: d) Nearly 50% of the Red Panda’s habitat is located in the Eastern Himalayas, a region that spans parts of Bhutan, China, India, Myanmar, and Nepal. The dense, temperate forests in these regions provide the ideal environment for the Red Panda, which is sensitive to habitat changes, including deforestation and loss of bamboo forests. Incorrect solution: d) Nearly 50% of the Red Panda’s habitat is located in the Eastern Himalayas, a region that spans parts of Bhutan, China, India, Myanmar, and Nepal. The dense, temperate forests in these regions provide the ideal environment for the Red Panda, which is sensitive to habitat changes, including deforestation and loss of bamboo forests.

#### 3. Question

In which part of the world is nearly 50% of the Red Panda’s habitat found?

• a) Tibetan Plateau

• b) Southern China plains

• c) Western Himalayas

• d) Eastern Himalayas

solution: d)

Nearly 50% of the Red Panda’s habitat is located in the Eastern Himalayas, a region that spans parts of Bhutan, China, India, Myanmar, and Nepal. The dense, temperate forests in these regions provide the ideal environment for the Red Panda, which is sensitive to habitat changes, including deforestation and loss of bamboo forests.

solution: d)

• Question 4 of 5 4. Question Consider the following statements regarding the ecological changes on the Antarctic Peninsula: The extent of plant cover has increased due to rising temperatures. Invasive species may thrive, potentially threatening native flora and fauna. The increase in plant life will decrease the albedo effect, reducing the temperature rise. How many of the above statements is/are correct? a) Only one b) Only two c) All three d) None Correct Solution: b) Statements 1 and 2 are correct. Rising temperatures have increased plant cover on the Antarctic Peninsula, and this change may create conditions conducive to invasive species, threatening native flora and fauna. However, statement 3 is incorrect because the reduction in albedo (reflectivity) due to increased plant cover will likely lead to higher temperature rises, not lower ones. Incorrect Solution: b) Statements 1 and 2 are correct. Rising temperatures have increased plant cover on the Antarctic Peninsula, and this change may create conditions conducive to invasive species, threatening native flora and fauna. However, statement 3 is incorrect because the reduction in albedo (reflectivity) due to increased plant cover will likely lead to higher temperature rises, not lower ones.

#### 4. Question

Consider the following statements regarding the ecological changes on the Antarctic Peninsula:

• The extent of plant cover has increased due to rising temperatures.

• Invasive species may thrive, potentially threatening native flora and fauna.

• The increase in plant life will decrease the albedo effect, reducing the temperature rise.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• a) Only one

• b) Only two

• c) All three

Solution: b)

Statements 1 and 2 are correct. Rising temperatures have increased plant cover on the Antarctic Peninsula, and this change may create conditions conducive to invasive species, threatening native flora and fauna.

However, statement 3 is incorrect because the reduction in albedo (reflectivity) due to increased plant cover will likely lead to higher temperature rises, not lower ones.

Solution: b)

However, statement 3 is incorrect because the reduction in albedo (reflectivity) due to increased plant cover will likely lead to higher temperature rises, not lower ones.

• Question 5 of 5 5. Question Consider the following statements regarding the Indian Flapshell Turtle (Lissemys punctata): The Indian flapshell turtle is primarily found in saltwater environments such as coastal estuaries and tidal zones. It is named “flapshell” because of the unique flaps of skin on its plastron that cover its limbs when retracted. It is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List. How many of the above statements is/are correct? a) Only one b) Only two c) All three d) None Correct Solution: a) Statement 1 is incorrect. The Indian flapshell turtle is a freshwater species typically found in rivers, ponds, lakes, and canals, not in saltwater environments. Statement 2 is correct. The turtle is called “flapshell” because of the flaps of skin on its plastron, which can cover its limbs when retracted, providing protection. Statement 3 is incorrect. The Indian flapshell turtle is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, not Critically Endangered. Incorrect Solution: a) Statement 1 is incorrect. The Indian flapshell turtle is a freshwater species typically found in rivers, ponds, lakes, and canals, not in saltwater environments. Statement 2 is correct. The turtle is called “flapshell” because of the flaps of skin on its plastron, which can cover its limbs when retracted, providing protection. Statement 3 is incorrect. The Indian flapshell turtle is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, not Critically Endangered.

#### 5. Question

Consider the following statements regarding the Indian Flapshell Turtle (Lissemys punctata):

• The Indian flapshell turtle is primarily found in saltwater environments such as coastal estuaries and tidal zones.

• It is named “flapshell” because of the unique flaps of skin on its plastron that cover its limbs when retracted.

• It is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• a) Only one

• b) Only two

• c) All three

Solution: a)

Statement 1 is incorrect. The Indian flapshell turtle is a freshwater species typically found in rivers, ponds, lakes, and canals, not in saltwater environments.

Statement 2 is correct. The turtle is called “flapshell” because of the flaps of skin on its plastron, which can cover its limbs when retracted, providing protection.

Statement 3 is incorrect. The Indian flapshell turtle is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, not Critically Endangered.

Solution: a)

Statement 1 is incorrect. The Indian flapshell turtle is a freshwater species typically found in rivers, ponds, lakes, and canals, not in saltwater environments.

Statement 2 is correct. The turtle is called “flapshell” because of the flaps of skin on its plastron, which can cover its limbs when retracted, providing protection.

Statement 3 is incorrect. The Indian flapshell turtle is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, not Critically Endangered.

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