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CET 12th Level — Biodiversity & Conservation MCQs

Practice 20 free biodiversity & conservation multiple choice questions for CET 12th Level exam. Instant answers with explanations in Hindi and English.

Master Biodiversity & Conservation under Geography of India for CET 12th Level with our curated MCQ set. Every question follows real Rajasthan exam patterns. Switch between Hindi and English anytime.

CET 12th Level — Geography of India — Biodiversity & Conservation

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Question 1 of 20

If a wildlife researcher is strictly counting the total number of distinct bird species found within a single, specific grassland patch in the Ranthambore landscape, which exact measurement of biodiversity is being assessed?

Question 2 of 20

Which specific zone is characterized by the presence of Mangrove ecosystems (such as the Sundarbans), coconut trees, and coastal vines?

Question 3 of 20

Identify the incorrect statement regarding the biological and geographical features of the Himalayan Zone:

Question 4 of 20

In the study of spatial biodiversity, which specific mathematical metric definitively acts as the dynamic connecting bridge between isolated local Alpha diversity and the broader regional Gamma diversity?

Question 5 of 20

Which specific climatic conditions and physical attributes define the Trans-Himalayan Biogeographic Zone in India?

Question 6 of 20

Assertion (A): Snow Leopards and alpine plants in the Himalayas are facing a severe threat to their existence. Reason (R): The rapid melting of Himalayan glaciers and continuous temperature rise due to climate change are drastically altering their specialized habitats.

Question 7 of 20

Assertion (A): High genetic diversity in Indian crops, such as the 50,000 strains of rice, plays a crucial role in ensuring food security. Reason (R): Genetic diversity provides species with the resilience needed to adapt to shifting climatic conditions and resist emerging diseases. Choose the correct option:

Question 8 of 20

Apart from iconic animal parts like tiger skins and rhino horns, what other critical forest resource is heavily targeted by illegal wildlife trade networks in India?

Question 9 of 20

Why is the overall ecosystem diversity of India considered to be significantly higher than that of Scandinavian countries like Norway?

Question 10 of 20

Which specific biogeographical zone is defined geographically as the "Indo-Gangetic lowlands" and is noted ecologically as a "Highly fertile agricultural area"?

Question 11 of 20

A researcher is studying a region in India characterized by 'sparse vegetation, alpine steppes, and extremely cold desert conditions with harsh winters'. According to India's biogeographical classification, which specific region is the researcher most likely studying?

Question 12 of 20

Assertion (A): The Convention on Migratory Species (CMS) is also widely known as the Bonn Convention. Reason (R): It promotes inter-country cooperation strictly for the prevention of illegal wildlife trade. Select the correct option:

Question 13 of 20

The Snow Leopard Population Assessment in India (SPAI) report, released in 2024, scientifically recorded the presence of how many snow leopards in the country?

Question 14 of 20

Ecologically, which biogeographical zone is explicitly defined as a "transitional dry area" positioned geographically between the harsh desert and the more fertile plains?

Question 15 of 20

If an ecologist is attempting to establish the mathematical connection between the local species count of a single isolated pond and the total regional species count of an entire massive state, which specific spatial metric serves as the linking factor?

Question 16 of 20

Given below are two statements, one labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R): Assertion (A): A species possessing an extremely high level of genetic diversity has a significantly lower risk of facing imminent extinction. Reason (R): Genetic diversity severely limits the ability of individuals within a species to adapt to rapidly changing environments, climate change, and new diseases. In the context of the above two statements, which one of the following is correct?

Question 17 of 20

Assertion (A): The Biological Diversity (Amendment) Act, 2023 explicitly exempted registered AYUSH practitioners from complex benefit-sharing obligations. Reason (R): The government intended to completely dissolve the National Biodiversity Authority and deregulate all biological resource extraction for foreign entities. Select the correct answer:

Question 18 of 20

Match List-I (Fauna) with List-II (Biogeographic Zone) and select the correct answer using the codes given below: List-I I. Red Panda II. Blackbuck III. Nilgai IV. Sloth Bear List-II a. Deccan Plateau b. Himalayas c. Indian Desert d. Semi-Arid Zone

Question 19 of 20

Which of the following biogeographical zones is NOT mentioned as being famous for its extremely high density of flora and fauna, illustrating species diversity?

Question 20 of 20

With reference to the biodiversity of India, consider the following pairs: 1. Kiang : Trans-Himalayan 2. Hornbills : Western Ghats 3. Nilgai : Semi-Arid How many of the above pairs are correctly matched?

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