Biodiversity and Conservation Quiz

The species which are in danger of extinction are called:

• Vulnerable species

• Rare species

• Endangered species

• Normal species

Which one of the following is not considered a sacred tree in India

• Peepal

• Neem

• Banyan

• Mango

What percentage of the total number of species discovered in the world are found in India?

• Three percent

• Eight percent

• Fifteen percent

• Thirty percent

The forest cover in our country has recently increased due to:

• Increase in natural forest growth

• Increase in net sown area

• Plantation by different agencies

• None of the above

The Buxa Tiger Reserve in West Bengal has been threatened about the loss of habitat of many species due to

• Industrial development

• Agricultural expansion

• Port activities

• Mining

The species whose population has declined to a level from where it is likely to move into the endangered category in the near future if the negative factors continue to operate are called:

• Endemic species

• Extinct species

• Vulnerable species

• Normal species

Which of the following birds do not fall in the category of 'critical' species?

• Pink-headed duck

• Peacock

• Mountain quail

• Forest-spotted owl

The Himalayan brown bear is an example of:

• Vulnerable species

• Rare species

• Endemic species

• Extinct species

What was the aim of Chipko movement?

• Human rights

• Political rights

• Agricultural expansion

• Forest conservation

Which of the following plays a key role in the ecological system?

• Rocks

• Roads

• Forests

• None of the above