CBSE Questions for Class 8 General Knowledge Introduction To Indian Geography Quiz 12 - MCQExams.com

Which of the following are incorrect?
$$1$$. Mangroves are salt tolerant forest ecosystems found mainly in the tropical and subtropical regions of the world.
$$2$$. Mangrove plants cans survive high salinity, tidal extremes, strong wind velocity, highs temperature and Muddy aerobic soil.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
  • $$1$$ only
  • $$2$$ only
  • Both $$1$$ and $$2$$
  • None of the above
Consider the following statements:
$$1$$. United nations summit, held in Rio de Janeiro resulted in the creation of United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC).
$$2$$. The parties to the convention have met annually from $$1995$$ in Conferences of the Parties (COP) to assess progress in dealing with climate change.
$$3$$. The first COP (COP $$1$$) was held in Kyoto.
Which of the given statements are true?
  • $$1$$ and $$2$$ only
  • $$2$$ and $$3$$ only
  • $$1$$ and $$3$$ only
  • All of the above
The Kashmir region receives additional amount of precipitation during the winter brought by _____.
  • South-west Monsoon
  • Western Disturbances
  • Retreating Monsoon
  • Temperate Cyclone
Which one of the following Himalayan vegetation species is found between the altitudes of 1800 to 2600 metres?
  • Saal
  • Chir
  • Spruce
  • Deodar
Which one of the following States in India has the longest coastline?
  • Odisha
  • Tamil Nadu
  • Karnataka
  • West Bengal
Consider the following statements about National Biodiversity Authority (NBA).
$$1$$. The National Biodiversity Authority (NBA) was established to implement India's Biological Diversity Act $$(2002)$$.
$$2$$. The NBA is a statutory and an autonomous body.
$$3$$. The NBA has its headquarters in Chennai.
$$4$$. Biological Diversity Act $$2002$$ mandates all local bodies to setup Biodiversity Management Committees (BMC).
Which of the statements are true?
  • $$1, 2$$ and $$3$$
  • $$2, 3$$ and $$4$$
  • $$1, 3$$ and $$4$$
  • All the above
Which of the following about Ecological Niche is/are correct?
$$1$$. No two species in a habitat can have same niche.
$$2$$. A niche is unique for a species.
Select the correct answer using the codes given.
  • $$1$$ only
  • $$2$$ only
  • Both $$1$$ and $$2$$
  • Neither $$1$$ nor $$2$$
Which of the following forms the reservoir pool of biogeochemical cycle?
$$1$$. Atmosphere/rock
$$2$$. Plants
$$3$$. Animals
Select the correct answer using the codes given.
  • $$1$$ only
  • $$1$$ and $$2$$ only
  • $$2$$ and $$3$$ only
  • $$1, 2$$ and $$3$$
Corals reefs are generally absent on the western coasts of continents. This is because __________.
  • Western coats of continents witness subsidence of air
  • Western coast of continents has cold currents
  • Western coast of continents has dry winds blowing over them
  • None of the above
Consider the following statements about the National Board for Wildlife (NBWL).
$$1$$. The Union Minister of Environment and Forests is the chairperson of NBWL.
$$2$$. National Board for Wild Life is a "statutory Organization" constituted under the Wildlife Protection Act, $$1972$$.
Select the correct code from below.
  • $$1$$ only
  • $$2$$ only
  • Both $$1$$ and $$2$$
  • None of the above
With reference to the International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources (IUCN) and the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES), which of the following statements is/are correct?
$$1$$. IUCN is an organ of the United Nations and CITES is an international agreement between governments.
$$2$$. CITES is legally binding on the States that have joined it, but this Convention does not take the place of national laws.
Select the correct using the code given below.
  • $$1$$ only
  • $$2$$ only
  • Both $$1$$ and $$2$$
  • None of the above
Consider the following statements.
$$1$$. In predation, one organism kills other and benefits itself.
$$2$$. In parasitism, one species inhibits the other and benefits itself.
$$3$$. In amensalism, one species harms the other and benefits itself.
Which of the statements given is/are correct?
  • $$1$$ only
  • $$1$$ and $$2$$
  • $$2$$ and $$3$$
  • $$1, 2$$ and $$3$$
Which of the following is/are correct regarding ecological succession?
$$1$$. Primary succession takes a very short time.
$$2$$. Secondary succession starts in an area where the soil is already present.
Select the correct answer using the codes given.
  • $$1$$ only
  • $$2$$ only
  • Both $$1$$ and $$2$$
  • Neither $$1$$ nor $$2$$
Consider the following statements about Nagoya Protocol.
$$1$$. The Nagoya Protocol provides access to genetic resources and the fair and equitable sharing of benefits arising from their utilization.
$$2$$. Aichi Biodiversity Targets were created in the Nagoya Protocol.
Which of the given statements is/are correct?
  • $$1$$ only
  • $$2$$ only
  • Both $$1$$ and $$2$$
  • Neither $$1$$ nor $$2$$
Which among the following are the important gaps in the Western Ghats?
  • Palghat
  • Borghat
  • Thalghat
  • All the above
Which among the following is the highest peak in the peninsular plateau?
  • Annapurna peak
  • Dodda Beta
  • Anaimudi peak
  • K$$2$$(Godwin Austen)
Consider the following statements.
$$1$$. The Narmada valley marks the northern limit of Western Ghats.
$$2$$. Palani hills, Anaimalai hills, and Cardamon hills converge at Doda Betta.
$$3$$. Guru Shikhar is the highest peak in the Eastern Ghats.
Which among the following are correct?
  • $$1$$ and $$2$$ only
  • $$2$$ only
  • $$3$$ only
  • None of these
Which of the following statements is/are correct about the International Solar Alliance (ISA)?
$$1$$. All countries between the tropics of Cancer and Capricorn are part of International Solar Alliance (ISA).
$$2$$. It will function from the National Institute of Solar Energy in India, Gurgaon.
  • $$1$$ only
  • $$2$$ only
  • Both $$1$$ and $$2$$
  • Neither $$1$$ nor $$2$$
Which of the following are consequences of deforestation?
$$1$$. Silting
$$2$$. Loss of wild habitat
$$3$$. Loss of $$CO_2$$ sink
$$4$$. Pollution
Select the correct answer using the codes given.
  • $$3$$ only
  • $$2$$ and $$3$$
  • $$1, 3$$ and $$4$$
  • $$1, 2, 3$$ and $$4$$
What is the name of a species that is highly connected to the entire food web and whose loss may result in ecosystem collapse?
  • Keystone species
  • Limiting species
  • Top species
  • Vital species
With reference to the Cartagena Protocol on Biosafety, consider the following statements.
$$1$$. It is an additional agreement to the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD).
$$2$$. The protocol establishes procedures for regulating the import and export of living modified organism from one country to another.
Which of the statements given is/are correct?
  • $$1$$ only
  • $$2$$ only
  • Both $$1$$ and $$2$$
  • Neither $$1$$ nor $$2$$
The drug named Diclofenac has been in news, because _________.
  • A drug used in treating various endangered bird species in India
  • A drug that enters in to the food chain and causes death of vultures
  • It is an anti-inflammatory drug used in Poultry farming causing death of human
  • None of the above
'Genetic Engineering Appraisal Committee' (GEAC) is under the aegis of _________.
  • The Environment (Protection) Act, $$1986$$
  • The Wildlife Protection Act, $$1972$$
  • The Water (Prevention and Control of pollution) Act, $$1974$$
  • The Forest (Conservation) Act, $$1980$$
The Reef-building corals will not flourish in conditions where
$$1$$. Waters are very deep
$$2$$. Cold currents frequently upwell
$$3$$. There is absence of silt and water is salty
Select the correct answer using the codes given.
  • $$1, 2$$ and $$3$$
  • $$1$$ and $$3$$ only
  • $$2$$ and $$3$$ only
  • $$1$$ and $$2$$ only
With reference to the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS), consider the following statements.
$$1$$. These are standards for ambient air quality set by Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).
$$2$$. The CPCB has been conferred this power by the Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, $$1981$$.
$$3$$. The measurement of air quality is based on eight pollutants, namely, $$PM10,\, PM2.5, \,NO2, \,SO2, \,CO, \,O3, \,NH3$$, and $$Pb$$.
Which of the statements given is/are correct?
  • $$1$$ only
  • $$1$$ and $$3$$ only
  • $$1, 2$$ and $$3$$
  • $$1$$ and $$2$$ only
With reference to the National Biodiversity Authority of India, consider the following statements.
$$1$$. It was set upto implement the Wildlife Protection Act, $$1972$$.
$$2$$. It has been conferred the status of an Autonomous body.
$$3$$. It performs facilitative, regulatory and advisory function for Government of India on issues pertaining biodiversity and its conservation.
Which of the statements given is/are correct?
  • $$1$$ and $$2$$ only
  • $$2$$ and $$3$$ only
  • $$2$$ only
  • $$1, 2$$ and $$3$$
How does the National Green Tribunal helps in protecting Environment and Ecology?
$$1$$. Disposing off cases relating to environment protection
$$2$$. Enforcing legal rights relating to environment
$$3$$. Providing relied and compensation for damages to persons a property on environment related issue's.
Select the correct answer from the codes given.
  • $$1$$ only
  • $$2$$ only
  • $$1$$ and $$2$$ only
  • $$1, 2$$ and $$3$$
Which of the following pairs are correctly matched?
Sr. No.International ConventionsHazardous Material
$$1$$.Stockholm ConventionOn Persistent Organic Pollutants
$$2$$.Basel ConventionOn Transboundary movement of hazardous material
$$3$$.Rotterdam ConventionOn Pesticides and Industrial Chemicals
Select the correct answer using the codes given.
  • $$1$$ only
  • $$2$$ only
  • $$3$$ only
  • All of the above
The Saumitra Chaudari Committee is related to __________.
  • Agrarian reforms
  • Foreign Direct investment
  • Monetary Policy
  • Auto fuel policy
Which of the following statements is/are correct about $$REDD$$?
$$1$$. Its objective is to mitigate climate change through reducing net emissions of greenhouse gases through enhanced forest management in developing countries.
$$2$$. $$REDD+$$ is essentially a vehicle to financially reward developing countries for their verified efforts to reduce emissions respectively.
  • $$1$$ only
  • $$2$$ only
  • Both $$1$$ and $$2$$
  • Neither $$1$$ nor $$2$$
With reference to 'Eco Sensitive Zone' (ESA), consider the following statements.
$$1$$. ESA is the area that is declared under the Environment Protection Act, $$1986$$.
$$2$$. The purpose of the declaration of ESA is to prohibit all kinds of human activities in these zones except agriculture.
$$3$$. The same criteria of ESA have been used by the government to declare No Development Zone's.
Which of the statements given is/are correct?
  • $$1$$ and $$3$$ only
  • $$1$$ and $$2$$ only
  • $$2$$ and $$3$$ only
  • $$1, 2$$ and $$3$$
With reference to Clean Development Mechanism (CDM) of the Kyoto Protocol, consider the following statements.
11. It is the main source of income for the UNFCCC Adaptation Fund.
Which of the statement(s) given is/are incorrect?
  • $$2$$ only
  • $$1$$ and $$3$$ only
  • $$2$$ and $$3$$ only
  • None of the above
Photochemical smog has been causing health hazard in different parts of the world. With reference to Photochemical smog, consider the following statement.
$$1$$. Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and nitrogen oxide causes the formation of Photochemical smog.
$$2$$. The topography of the area surrounding a city can vastly influence the formation of Photochemical smog.
Which of the statements given is/are correct?
  • $$1$$ only
  • $$2$$ only
  • Both $$1$$ and $$2$$
  • Neither $$1$$ nor $$2$$
Which among the following statements is incorrectly stated?
  • Alpha diversity refers to diversity within a particular area or ecosystem
  • Food chain is more comprehensive than food web in displaying possible transfers of energy
  • Food chain implies a simple isolated relationship which seldom occurs in an ecosystem
  • None of the above
Which of the following is most likely the result of decreasing levels of ozone in the stratosphere?
  • A decrease in the levels of smog in major cities
  • A decrease in the rate of global warming
  • An increase in the occurrence of skin cancer in humans
  • An increase in photosynthetic activity of phytoplankton
The 2017 UNESCO Natural Heritage Festival was held from February 11 to 12,It was in collaboration with Wildlife Institute of India (WII). In which state was the 2017 UNESCO Natural Heritage festival held?
  • New Delhi
  • Madhya Pradesh
  • Uttar Pradesh
  • Himachal Pradesh
This country is a neighbour of India. Identify this country. Its flag has a green background with a big red circle on it.
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  • Bhutan
  • Nepal
  • Bangladesh
  • Sri Lanka
This ship was the largest and most advanced ship of her time with every luxury aboard. On a fateful night in 1912, she hit an iceberg. She sank rapidly in the North Atlantic ocean killing more than 1,500 of the 2,224 passengers. Name the ship.
  • HMS Bounty
  • RMS Titanic
  • RMS Carpathia
  • RMS Olympic
'Operation Insaniyat'-was launched by Government of India as a humanitarian assistance to which neighbouring country?
  • Nepal
  • Bangladesh
  • Sri Lanka
  • Pakistan
The US President Donald Trump had planned to build a border wall with this country. Which country is this?
  • Cuba
  • Canada
  • Haiti
  • Mexico
In which continent is India situated? 
  • Asia
  • Africa
  • Europe
  • North America
Cities generally come up on river banks because of their proximity to water. Water is essential for survival and transport. On which river is Panaji, a city of Goa situated?
  • Mahanadi
  • Godavari
  • Kaveri
  • Mandovi
Consider the following statements about Basel Convention.
$$1$$. It is an international treaty that was designed to reduce the movements of hazardous waste between nations.
$$2$$. It specifically focuses on to prevent transfer of hazardous waste from developed to less developed countries (LDCs).
$$3$$. It also addresses the movement of radioactive waste between different nations.
Select the correct answer using the code given.
  • $$1$$ and $$2$$ only
  • $$2$$ and $$3$$ only
  • $$1$$ and $$3$$ only
  • All of the above
The great Indian Bustard is found in
  • Assam
  • Rajasthan
  • Bengal
  • Kerala
With the overall clamp down on diesel vehicles in the country due to rising pollution levels, automakers have taken the green step forward, with many introducing hybrid vehicles in India. They are cleaner and more fuel efficient. The Toyota Camry Hybrid is a good example of one such model. It is powered by _______.
  • Petrol and ethanol
  • Petrol and electricity
  • Electricity and LPG
  • Biofuel
Which city is called the 'City of Parks'?
  • Kiev
  • Multan
  • Lahore
  • Kolkata
Which of the following states is odd one out in terms of international border ?
  • Rajasthan
  • Gujarat
  • Punjab
  • Himachal pradesh
Which online portal has been launched in April, $$2017$$ by the Survey of India (SOI) that offers free download of Indian Maps?
  • Map Portal
  • SOL Portal
  • Digital Map Portal
  • Nakshe Portal
Botanical garden of India which contains collections of world's tropical plants is?
  • National Botanical Garden
  • The Indian Botanical Garden
  • Lloyd Botanical Garden
  • Lalbag Garden
The Indus originates in Tibet at the confluence of Sengge and Gar rivers and flows through India and then through Pakistan to ___________.
  • Indian Ocean
  • Arabian Sea
  • Bay of Bengal
  • Palk Strait
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