Question : Which of the following is a key outcome of the evolution of global environmental norms?
 

Option 1: Increased reliance on fossil fuels
  

Option 2: Establishment of the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)
 

Option 3: Decrease in international environmental agreements

Option 4: Reduction in biodiversity conservation efforts

Question : Statement 1: The conservation of biodiversity is essential for sustainable development as it provides various ecosystem services, including pollination, nutrient cycling, and climate regulation.

Statement 2: Biodiversity loss can disrupt ecosystem functioning, reduce ecosystem resilience, and have negative impacts on human well-being.

Option 1: Both statement 1 and statement 2 are true, and statement 2 is the correct explanation of statement 1 .

Option 2: Both statement 1 and statement 2 are true, but statement 2 is not the correct explanation of statement 1 .

Option 3: Statement 1 is true, but statement 2 is false.

Option 4: Statement 1 is false, but statement 2 is true.

Question : Assertion: Biodiversity conservation is essential for sustainable development as it ensures the stability and resilience of ecosystems.

Reason: Biodiversity loss can disrupt ecosystem functions, negatively impacting human well-being and the environment.

Option 1: Both assertion and reason are correct, and the reason is the correct explanation of the assertion.

Option 2: Both assertion and reason are correct, but the reason is not the correct explanation of the assertion.

Option 3: Assertion is correct, but the reason is incorrect.

Option 4: Assertion is incorrect, but the reason is correct.

Question : Which of the following is not dealt under Section 3(3) of the Environment (Protection) Act,1986

Option 1: The Biodiversity Authority

Option 2: The Coastal Zone Management Authority 

Option 3: Authority set-up to monitor the State of Notified Ecologically Sensitive  Areas 

Option 4: Protection of plant Varieties and Farmers Right Authority 

Question : The significance of traditional property resources lies in their:
   

Option 1: Ability to generate high economic returns
 

Option 2: Role in preserving biodiversity and cultural traditions
 

Option 3: Potential for large-scale industrial exploitation

Option 4: Contribution to global trade and commerce