Quiz July 31, 2026

​​With reference to the Eco-Sensitive Zones, consider the following statements: 

1. Eco-Sensitive Zones (ESZs) are areas notified by the State Government around Protected Areas, National Parks, and Wildlife Sanctuaries.
2. They act as a transition zone from areas of high protection to areas involving lesser protection.
3. The Environment (Protection) Act, 1986 does not mention the word “Eco-Sensitive Zones.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding the sarus crane: 

1. The sarus crane is a large non-migratory crane and is found in open wetlands in South Asia. 
2. The Sarus crane is the tallest flying bird in the world.
3. It is engendered on the IUCN Red List.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?    

With reference to the Asola Bhatti Wildlife Sanctuary, consider the following statements:

1. It is situated in the South Delhi Ridge section of the Aravalli range on the Delhi-Haryana border.
2. Neeli Jheel is a large lake hidden in the thick scrub forests of the Asola Bhatti Wildlife Sanctuary.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct? 

Biomass can be converted into electric power through, which of the following methods?

1.     Combustion of biomass material

2.     Gasification

3.     Pyrolysis

4.     Aerobic digestion

Select the correct answer using the code given below:     

Which one of the following national parks is located in a unique transition zone between the mountain ranges of the Zaskar and Great Himalayas and lies completely in the temperate alpine zone?