- .vs CSAT 2013
- .vs other exams
- Difficulty level
- How to prepare Environment for CSAT-2015?
- [Act 1] Environment Theory (3MCQ)
- [Act 2] Protected areas: Theory & Maps
- [Act 3] Flora, Fauna, Zoology (6MCQ)
- [Act 4] Energy
- [Act 5] Pollution
- [Act 6] Intl. treaties & org.
- [Act 7] Desi Liquor & bodies (2MCQ)
- [Act 8] Annual events
.vs CSAT 2013

Even the Joker is gone “Crazier than Usual” because nearly 1/3rd of the paper is just environment!
CSAT 2013 | CSAT 2014 |
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parks vs hills; parks vs rivers | wetlands vs rivers, sanctuaries vs states |
endangered species | Thankfully that lunacy was not repeated. Hard to prepare, memorize and recall such large list. |
find who’re mammals | find who hibernates? |
nitrogen cycle | carbon cycle |
soil conversation | topic re-appeared |
pollution: smog | steel industry + tough question on nanoparticles |
food chain theory | topic re-appeared but with more difficult question |
flora-fauna mostly about location | location + behavior (e.g. cattle-insect) |
energy: bagasse | shalegas, guargum |
shale gas had become a hot topic but wasn’t asked. | finally asked in both mains-2013 as well as CSAT-2014. |
nope | significant number of questions on international treaties and organization |
.vs other exams
CDS, CAPF | CSAT 2014 |
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CDS2014: nitrous oxide pollution | steel and nanoparticle pollution |
CDS2014: Difficult question on food chain/web about voles and lice. | similar on diatom |
CDS2014: Spider, scorpion, mite and bugs | Spider, scorpion, mite and crabs |
CAPF-2014: location of coral reef | similar |
CAPF-2014: wildlife sanctuary vs state | similar |
Nope. | significant number of questions on international treaties and organization |
Difficulty level
1.Photosynthesis | Easy through elimination |
2.Carbon cycle | Same as above |
3.Lichen | Easy because verbatim answer in NCERT class7. |
4.Soil erosion | Easy through elimination. Answer in NCERT |
Protected areas: theory and maps
1.Conserving biodiversity | Easy through elimination |
2.Coral reefs | Easy, answer in NIOS and India Yearbook. |
3.Eco sensitive zone | Medium to Difficult. You needed to recall exact features. |
4.Sanctuaries locations | Hard to memorize and recall such lesser known / rarely in news places |
5.Wetland location | Hard to memorize and recall so many locations and rivers. |
1.Hibernation | Tough. NCERT class11 only talks about hibernation in frogs. Given the tendency of UPSC to frame trap MCQs, serious player would think twice before ticking. |
2.Crabs | Same as above. |
3.Food chain | Difficult because NIOS provides partial information- that diatoms are autotrophs and crustaceans are heterotrophs. But can’t tick without firmly knowing that herrings eat crustaceans. |
4.Walk in Himalaya | Debatable, because NCERT even mentions sandlewood in Himalayan foothills. |
5.Myna bird | Hard to memorize behavior of all birds and animals like this. |
6.Ganga dolphin | Easy / Medium depending on “Crocodile” elimination |
CMB and shalegas | Difficult if you don’t know that shale gas has methane. |
Guar gum | Easy if you’ve read economic survey summary. |
Solar cell | Easy, available in NIOS. |
1.Steel pollutants | Easy-medium using common-knowledge. |
2.Flame retardant | Hard to locate source. Difficult to solve through “common knowledge” because it can turn wrong also. |
3.Nanoparticle | Same as above |
1.Arctic council | Easy if you’re good at memorizing the member lists. |
2.GEF | Medium to difficult. |
3.Montreux | Difficult to recall such provisions. Bit easier through elimination. |
4.Wetland org. | Difficult to memorize all such chillar org. |
5.Biodiversity agreement |
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6.3degree temp. |
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1.Animal welfare |
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2.Bombay natural | Tough to mugup all such chillar organizations. |
1.Tribal festival | Hard to memorize such random facts and festivals. |
2.Earth hour | Easy because recurring topic in TheHindu and TV news. |
How to prepare Environment for CSAT-2015?
- In CSAT-2014, the number and difficulty level of environment questions increased, but they should be seen as “Back-strengthening moveTM” similar to agriculture section.
- So, the normal “only-CSE-no-IFoS” type candidates will get diminishing rate of return, if they begin too much Ph.D on environment.
- Besides the mains environment and disaster management segment moves in a different direction, rather than the flora-fauna-zoology and GK-type international treaties/organizations that were asked here.
- Anyways, at least 6 of the questions could be solved directly from NCERT, NIOS and India yearbook chapter on environment.
- So, Preparation must begin with NIOS material on environment. free download available at Mrunal.org/download
- following NCERT chapters should be read
CLASS | SUBJECT | CHAPTERS |
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6 | geo | 8 |
7 | geo. | 1 to 6 |
science | 7, 16 to 18 | |
8 | geo. | 8 |
sci. | 7 & 18 | |
9 | geo | 5 |
science | 14 | |
10 | Geo. | 2 |
sci. | 14 to 16 | |
11 | geo(Physical) | 15 & 16 |
geo (India) | 4 & 5 | |
economy | 9 (Sustainable Dvlp) | |
12 | Biology | 13 to 16 |
chemistry | 14 |
- Above NCERTs’ Topic wise zip file also available in the download section. Additional Zoology/biology/science NCERT chapters also available there.
- India Yearbook (don’t buy now, wait for 2015’s edition to come, after December ‘14)
- Chapter 1- land and people (geography)
- Chapter 11- Energy
- Chapter 12- Environment.
- Economy Survey topics related to energy and sustainable development.
- Notes-making from Hindu, Frontline, PIB etc. news sources in similar fashion.
- official site for Environment ministry: envfor.nic.in
- Mrunal.org environment section- Mainly for treaty summaries and other static topics.
- Erach Bharucha’s textbook on environmental studies: good read but there is lot of overlapping with NIOS and coverage is rather shallow for the given level of questions asked. So, lot double “majoori”.
Anyways, let’s begin with the answerkey:
[Act 1] Environment Theory (3MCQ)
Q1: Photosynthesis
Which one of the following is the process involved in photosynthesis?
- Potential energy is released to form free energy
- Free energy is converted into potential energy and stored
- Food is oxidized to release carbon dioxide and water
- Oxygen is taken, and carbon dioxide and water vapour are given out
Ans: Just by elimination we get the option (B).
However for the sake of reference: googlebook1: During photosynthesis, solar energy converted to chemical energy and stored in sugar molecule bonds. This chemical bond energy is potential (stored) energy.
Q2: Carbon cycle
Which of the following adds/add carbon dioxide to the carbon cycle on the planet Earth?
- Volcanic action
- Respiration
- Photosynthesis
- Decay of organic matter
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
- 1 and 3 only
- 2 only
- 1, 2 and 4 only
- 1, 2, 3 and 4
Ans: Again elimination does most of the work.
- Photosynthesis does not add, instead it ‘sucks’ out the carbon dioxide. This eliminates option A and D. Volcanic action releases CO2 in the atmosphere. So including 1.
- We have the final answer as (c ) 1, 2 and 4 only.
- And Just for the sake of proof: google book1: fig.2.5 “global carbon cycle involves a complex interplay of geological processes such as volcanic activity.”
Q3: Soil Erosion
1. In India, the problem of soil erosion is associated with which of the following?
- Terrace cultivation
- Deforestation
- Tropical climate
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
- 1 and 2 only
- 2 only
- 1 and 3 only
- 1, 2 and 3
NCERT Geography class10, chapter 1 page 11: Terrace Cultivation helps reduce soil erosion. So, problem of soil erosion is not associated with terrace cultivation. #1 is wrong, option A, C and D automatically eliminated and we are left with answer (B) only 2.
Counter view: but still, the “term” is still associated with soil-erosion.
final answer: my take is still B. baaki UPSC maalik hai.
Q4: Lichen succession
Lichens, which are capable of initiating ecological succession even on a bare rock, are actually a symbiotic association of
- algae and bacteria
- algae and fungi
- bacteria and fungi
- fungi and mosses
Ans: (b) because NCERT 7th Std, chapter 1, Page 7
In organisms called lichens, a chlorophyll-containing partner, which is an alga, and a fungus live together fungus provides shelter, water and minerals to the alga and, in return, the alga provides food which it prepares by photosynthesis.
[Act 2] Protected areas: Theory & Maps
Q1: Conserving Biodiversity
The most important strategy for the conservation of biodiversity together with traditional human life is the establishment of
- biosphere reserves
- botanical gardens
- national parks
- wildlife sanctuaries
Ans:
- B is wrong because People don’t live in botanical gardens with plants.
- C is wrong because in national park, human activity is totally prohibited.
- D: wildlife sanctuaries- human activity is partially allowed.
- But “A” is better choice, because,
- as per Forest ministry guideline: “Biosphere Reserves are special entities (sites) for …how human beings and nature can co-exist while respecting each other’s needs”
- India yearbook page 287: Biosphere reserve- goal is to foster economic Development which is ecologically sustainable.
- NIOS material: module-5,page 15: transition zone, the outermost part of the Biosphere Reserve, is an area of active cooperation between the management and the local people, wherein activities like settlements, cropping, forestry , recreation and other economic that are in harmony with the conservation goals
Q2: Eco-Sensitive Zones
With reference to ‘Eco-Sensitive Zones’, which of the following statements is/are correct?
- Eco-Sensitive Zones are the areas that are declared under the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972.
- The purpose of the declaration of Eco-Sensitive Zones is to prohibit all kinds of human activities, in those zones except agriculture.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
- 1 only
- 2 only
- Both 1 and 2
- Neither 1 nor 2
Ans: D both wrong as per Environment ministry webpage
- 1 is wrong. It is declared under Environment (Protection) Act, 1986.
- 2 is wrong. Tourism and other activities allowed. observe this gazette notification page 17, it permits cottage industries, erection of telecom and electricity wires, tourism, hot-air balloons and so on.
Q3: Sanctuary & Reserves
Consider the following pairs
- Dampa Tiger Reserve : Mizoram
- Gumti Wildlife Sanctuary : Sikkim
- Saramati Peak : Nagaland
Which of the above pairs is /are correctly matched?
- 1 only
- 2 and 3 only
- 1 and 3 only
- 1, 2 and 3
Ans: (c) 1 and 3 only because:
- 1 is correct. Spectrum Geography Page 636 Table Tiger reserve states.
- 2 is wrong. It is in Tripura. Ref1
- 3 is correct. India Yearbook 2014, Page 1003. Mt. Saramati is the highest peak in Nagaland
Q4: Wetland locations
Wetlands | Confluence of rivers |
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1. Harike Wetlands | Beas and Satluj/Sutlej |
2. Keoladeo Ghana National Park | Banas and Chambal |
3. Kolleru Lake | Confluence of Musi and Krishna |
Which of the above pairs is/are correctly matched?
- 1 only
- 2 and 3 only
- 1 and 3 only
- 1, 2 and 3
Ans: (a) 1 only because
- 1 is correct. (ref1)
- 2 is wrong. It is formed by inundation of Gambira and Banganga rivers. (Ref2)
- 3 is wrong. It is confluence of Godavari and Krishna (Ref3)
Q5: Coral reefs in India
Which of the following have coral reefs?
- Andaman and Nicobar Islands
- Gulf of Kutch
- Gulf of Mannar
- Sunderbans
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
- 1, 2 and 3 only
- 2 and 4 only
- 1 and 3 only
- 1, 2, 3 and 4
Answer is (a) 1,2,3 only, because
- NIOS Chapter 15, page 10: Major reef formations in Indian seas occur in the Gulf of Mannar, Palk Bay , Gulf of Kutch, the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and the Lakshadweep.
- India Yearbook 2014. Pg 287 says the same thing.
[Act 3] Flora, Fauna, Zoology (6MCQ)
Q1: Hibernation
1. Consider the following:
- Bats
- Bears
- Rodents
The phenomenon of hibernation can be observed in which of the above kinds of animals?
- 1 and 2 only
- 2 only
- 1, 2 and 3
- Hibernation cannot be observed in any of the above
Ans: ( c ) 1,2,3 because as per national geographic
Q2: Crabs and Mites
Among the following organisms, which one does not belong to the class of other three?
- Crab
- Mite
- Scorpion
- Spider
Ans:
Mite, Scorpion and mite are Arachnids, while Crab is a Crustacean, Therefore, Crab doesn’t belong hence answer (A)
Q3: Marine Food chain
Which one of the following is the correct sequence of a food chain?
- Diatoms-Crustaceans-Herrings
- Crustaceans-Diatoms-Herrings
- Diatoms-Herrings-Crustaceans
- Crustaceans-Herrings-Diatoms
NIOS chapter 5, page 80
- It lists Diatoms under primary producers / autotrophs.
- Same page, lists Crustaceans as consumers / heterotrophs.
- therefore, answer has to be either
- A: Diatom, Crustaceans, herrings OR
- C: Diatoms, herrings, crustaceans.
- So, everything boils down to whether herrings eat crustaceans or not?
- As per this American Government website, Herrings feed on Crustaceans.
- Therefore correct sequence is (A): Diatoms-Crustaceans-Herrings.
- Interestingly, same question asked in IES 2009 paper.
Q4: Walk in Himalayas
If you travel through the Himalayas, you are Likely to see which of the following plants naturally growing there?
- Oak
- Rhododendron
- Sandalwood
Select the correct answer using the code given below
- 1 and 2 only
- 3 only
- 1 and 3 only
- 1, 2 and 3
NCERT Class 11 India Physical, ch5, page60
- Oak and Rhododendron given under “Himalayan region”. So 1 and 2 are correct
- we are left with two choices A or D
Ans. D all correct because | Ans.A only 1 and 2 because |
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but the presence is ‘negligible’ and / or confined only to Northeastern states. The question says “likely” to see….so it should be a species that is easily seen in all regions of Himalayas from western to eastern stretch. |
Final answer: I’m leaned towards A but ultimately UPSC’s official answer key.
Q5: Common Myna
If you walk through countryside, you are likely to see some birds stalking alongside the cattle to seize the insects, disturbed by their movement through grasses, Which of the following is/are such bird/birds?
- Painted Stork
- Common Myna
- Black-necked Crane
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
- 1 and 2
- 2 only
- 2 and 3
- 3 only
Painted Stork | is a fish eating bird. So 1 is eliminated. (Google book) |
Common Myna | It is an opportunistic feeder on inspects, disturbed by grazing cattle. Ref:Zoology jounrla, Prof. Yash Pal Sharma 2014. |
Black-necked crane |
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Therefore, answer (b) 2 only
Q6: Ganga Dolphins
Other than poaching, what are the possible reasons for the decline in the population of Ganges River Dolphins?
- Construction of dams and barrages on rivers
- Increase in the population of crocodiles in rivers
- Getting trapped in fishing nets accidentally
- Use of synthetic fertilizers and other agricultural chemicals in crop-fields in the vicinity of rivers
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
- 1 and 2 only
- 2 and 3 only
- 1, 3 and 4 only
- 1, 2, 3 and 4
1,3,4 are correct as per wwf and Environment ministry press note.
Could not locate a source that says Crocodiles/ghariyal killing Ganges dolphins or giving competition for their food in Ganga. Therefore, answer (c).
[Act 4] Energy
Q1: CBM & Shale Gas
With reference to two non-conventional energy sources called ‘coal bed methane’ and ‘shale gas’, consider the following ‘statements:
- Coal bed methane is the pure methane gas extracted from coal seams, while shale gas is a mixture of propane and butane only that can be extracted from fine-grained sedimentary rocks.
- In India abundant coal bed methane sources exist, but so far no shale gas sources have been found.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- 1 only
- 2 only
- Both 1 and 2
- Neither 1 nor 2
Ans: (d) neither 1 nor 2 because
- Shale gas contains methane. First statement says it contains “propane and butane only”…So 1 is wrong. Ref my own article, my own article, which was written based on the economist.
- Shale gas resources exist in India. Mrunal’s summary of Economic survey chapter11
Q2: Guar Gum
In India, cluster bean (Guar) is traditionally used as a vegetable or animal feed, but recently the cultivation of this has assumed significance. Which one of the following statements is correct in this context?
- The oil extracted from seeds is used in the manufacture of biodegradable plastics
- The gum made from its seeds is used in the extraction of shale gas
- The leaf extract of this plant has the properties of anti-histamines
- It is a source of high quality biodiesel
Ans: (b) For extraction of Shale gas. Mrunal’s summary of Economic survey chapter11
Q3: Solar cells
With reference to technologies for solar power production, consider the following statemenrs:
- ‘Photovoltaics’ is a technology that generates electricity by direct conversion of light into electricity, while ‘Solar Thermal’ is a technology that utilizes the Sun’s rays to generate heat which is further used in electricity generation process.
- Photovoltaics generates Alternating Current (AC), while Solar Thermal generates Direct Current (DC).
- India has manufacturing base for Solar Thermal technology, but not for Photovoltaics.
Which of the statements given above is / are correct?
- 1 only
- 2 and 3 only
- 1, 2 and 3
- None
Photovoltaic |
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Solar thermal |
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- So, statement 1 is right. That means answer can be A or C.
- Statement 2 is wrong. NIOS ch.29B, page 117. Solar energy can be converted directly into electrical energy (direct current, DC) by photovoltaic (PV) cells commonly called solar cells. This eliminates C. Therefore, answer is A
- and yes, Statement 3 is wrong. NIOS ch18, page73. Currently many companies in India are engaged in manufacturing PVs.
Final answer: A only 1.
[Act 5] Pollution
Q1: Nanoparticles
There is some concern regarding the nanoparticles of some chemical elements that are used by the industry in the manufacture of various products. Why?
- They can accumulate in the environment, and contaminate water and soil.
- They can enter the food chains.
- They can trigger the production of free radicals.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
- 1 and 2 only
- 3 only
- 1 and 3 only
- 1, 2 and 3
Ans. D: 1, 2 and 3 correct because:
- Statement 1 right, as per page 69 Google book1
- Statement 2 right, as per the diagram and footnote given on page70 of the same google book 1
- 3 correct per Googlebook2: Page 74 and 75.
Q2: Steel Pollutants
Which of the following are some important pollutants released by steel industry in India?
- Oxides of sulphur
- Oxides of nitrogen
- Carbon monoxide
- Carbon dioxide
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
- 1, 3 and 4 only
- 2 and 3 only
- 1 and 4 only
- 1,2, 3 and 4
Ans: (d) 1,2,3,4 because this international labour organization webpage lists all of them
Q3: Brominated flame retardants
Brominated flame retardants are used in many household products like mattresses and upholstery. Why is there some concern about their use?
- They are highly resistant to degradation in the environment.
- They are able to accumulate in humans and animals.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
- 1 only
- 2 only
- Both 1 and 2
- Neither 1 nor 2
Ans: (c ) Both 1 and 2 because As per USA’s Environmental protection agency webpage
- Polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDEs) are used as flame retardants
- They’re persistent, bio-accumulative, and toxic to both humans and the environment.
[Act 6] Intl. treaties & org.
Q1: Arctic council
Consider the following countries:
- Denmark
- Japan
- Russian Federation
- United Kingdom
- United States of America
Which of the above are the members of the ‘Arctic Council ‘?
- 1, 2 and 3
- 2, 3 and 4
- 1, 4 and 5
- 1, 3 and 5
As per official webpage The Arctic Council consists of the eight Arctic States: Canada, Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, Russia, Sweden and the United States. So, Japan and UK not members, eliminate options accordingly. Ans: (d) 1,3,5. By the way, last year, India got observer status a year back.
Q2: GEF
With reference to ‘Global Environment Facility’, which of the following statements is/are correct?
- It serves as financial mechanism for ‘Convention on Biological Diversity’ and ‘United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change’.
- It undertakes scientific research on environmental issues at global level
- It is an agency under OECD to facilitate the transfer of technology and funds to underdeveloped countries with specific aim to protect their environment.
- Both (a) and (b)
Answer is A because
- As per this official webpage, statement 1 is right
- While B is tempting, but it’s not “direct scientific research” per se. Their task is mainly to finance the projects and publication of reports.
- I couldn’t find locate a source that specifically says GEF =scientific research at global level. Therefore, B and D is eliminated.
- It is a program under World Bank, therefore, C is wrong.
Therefore, answer A (or the debatable D)
Q3: Montreux Record
If a wetland of international importance is brought under the ‘Montreux Record’, what does it imply?
- Changes in ecological character have occurred, are occurring or are likely to occur in the wetland as a result of human interference.
- The country in which the wetland is located should enact a law to prohibit any human activity within five kilo meters from the edge of the wetland
- The survival of the wetland depends on the cultural practices and traditions of certain communities living in its vicinity and therefore the cultural diversity therein should not be destroyed
- It is given the status of ‘World Heritage Site’
Ans: As per the 11th slide in this powerpoint uploaded on the official site of Convention on biodiversity
- Under Ramsar sites=> Montreux record is the record of Ramsar siets where Changes in ecological character have occurred, are occurring or are likely to occur in the wetland as a result of human interference.
- Therefore, answer is (A)
Alternatively, we can use elimination method too:
- B is not correct as we have sites in Montreux accord and there is no legislation to prohibit any human activity.
- C is not correct as Cultural diversity is not related to environment directly. It has links here and there, but it is not a direct objective of any treaty.
- D is not correct as World Heritage site comes under UNESCO.
- Therefore, we are left with answer A
Q4: Wetland organization
With reference to a conservation organization called Wetlands International’, which of the following statements is/are correct?
- It is an intergovernmental organization formed by the countries which are signatories to Ramsar Convention.
- It works at the field level to develop and mobilize knowledge, and use the practical experience to advocate for better policies.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
- 1 only
- 2 only
- Both 1 and 2
- Neither 1 nor 2
Statement 1 is wrong because:
- This organization is in partnership but not formed by Ramsar convention. The organization was formed in 1954 and Ramsar convention was signed in 1971. ref1 and ref 2.
- Statement 2 is right because it provides advice to governments. ref3
Therefore, answer (B) only 2 is correct.
Q5: Agreements for biodiversity
Consider the following international agreements:
- The International Treaty on Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture
- The United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification
- The World Heritage Convention
Which of the above has / have a bearing on the biodiversity?
- 1 and 2 only
- 3 only,
- 1 and 3 only
- 1, 2. and 3
1 is true | Article 6 of the treaty on Sustainable Use of Plant Genetic Resources has this clause “pursuing fair agricultural policies that promote… use of agricultural biological diversity” |
2 is true | UNCCD collaborates closely with Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) . So, UNCCD has a bearing on Biodiversity. ref2 |
3 | According to this googlebook: there are five conventions in biodiversity and natural heritage- and World Heritage Convention (1972) is one of them |
Therefore, answer (D) all three correct.
Q6: 3-Degree temperature rise
The scientific view is that the increase in global temperature should not exceed 2 °C above pre-industrial level. If the global temperature increases beyond 3°C above the pre-industrial level, what can be its possible impact/impacts on the world?
- Terrestrial biosphere tends toward a net carbon source
- Widespread coral mortality will occur.
- All the global wetlands will permanently disappear.
- Cultivation of cereals will not be possible anywhere in the world.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
- 1 only
- 1 and 2 only
- 2, 3 and 4 only
- 1, 2, 3 and 4,
This seems to be from some old IPCC report. Unable to locate exact repot but indirect references are available, as following:
- 4 is wrong because, as per this UK sarkaari website, beyond 3 degree rise in global temperature, the cereal crop yield will decrease by 20% in low-altitudes. So, 4 is wrong because it says “cultivation no where possible”. This eliminates C and D. thus we are left with A or B
- 2 is correct, ref googlebook1.
- Therefore, answer is B. 1 and 2 only.
- By the way, 1 is correct, ref googlebook2.
Alternatively you can go by elimination- statement 3 and 4 have to be wrong because they use extreme possibilities like “All will disappear” and “cultivation no where possible”. Thus we are left with answer (B) 1 and 2 only.
[Act 7] Desi Liquor & bodies (2MCQ)
Q1: Animal welfare board
Consider the following statements:
- Animal Welfare Board of India is established under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986.
- National Tiger Conservation Authority is a statutory body.
- National Ganga River Basin Authority is chaired by the Prime Minister.
Which of the statements given above is/ are correct?
- 1 only
- 2 and 3 only
- 2 only
- 1, 2 and 3
Ans: (b) 2 and 3 only because
- India Yearbook 2014 Pg:29A- Animal Welfare Board was established in 1962 under Section 4 of the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960 So, 1 is wrong, A and D eliminated. Answer could be B or C.
- India Yearbook 2014 Pg:682- NGRBA chaired by PM is correct. Thus we are left with answer B.
- Btw, yes Tiger Authority is a statutory body under Wildlife protection Act ref: this PIB page
Q2: Bombay natural
With reference to Bombay Natural History Society (BNHS), consider the following statements :
- It is an autonomous organization under the Ministry of Environment and Forests.
- It strives to conserve nature through action-based research, education and public awareness.
- It organizes and conducts nature trails and camps for the general public.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- 1 and 3 only
- 2 only
- 2 and 3 only
- 1, 2 and 3
As per their official webpage
- BNHS is designated as a Scientific and Industrial Research Organization (SIRO) by Department of Science & Technology. So 1 is wrong
- 2 and 3 are correct as per the same webpage
- Therefore, answer C: 2 and 3 only
[Act 8] Annual events
Q1: Earth Hour
Consider the following statements regarding ‘Earth Hour’
- It is an initiative of UNEP and UNESCO.
- It is a movement in which the participants switch off the lights for one hour on a certain day every year.
- It is a movement to raise the awareness about the climate change and the need to save the planet.
Which of the statements given above is / are correct?
- 1 and 3 only
- 2 only
- 2 and 3 only.
- 1, 2 and 3
As per May 2014 Hindu report
- It’s a symbolic global initiative by World Wildlife Fund (WWF). So 1 is wrong, A and D eliminated.
- Other two are correct as per the same report.
Therefore, answer (C) 2 and 3 are correct.
Q2: Tribal festival
Every year, a month long ecologically important campaign/festival is held during which certain communities/ tribes plant saplings of fruit-bearing trees. Which of the following are such communities/tribes?
- Bhutia and Lepcha
- Gond and Korku
- lrula and Toda
- Sahariya and Agariya
Ans: (b) Gond and Korku as per Hindu 2012 news item.
For more answerkeys, visit Mrunal.org/answerkeys.
Provide question in hindi
sir i am reading your guidelines about ncert related to environment topics…there is 12 chemistry mentioned but chapter no. 14…niether found in chem part 1 nor in chem part 2….
sir plz elaborate some more about chemistry book
Sir,
One thing i want to tell you.Clearing of IAS or CDS is not my concern now.The effort you made for such wonderful break up and break down these portions with great utmost dedication and sincerity is the most hats off respect i can give you sir. Thankyou once again for the wonderful effort..
For you Ill clear my exam…Ill Sir…Its my word..my first attempt..preparation started 2 months back… bUt ill
act1,,,,q3,,,,,,no logic of counter question as Terrace Cultivation helps reduce soil erosion and in question it is asked problem of soil erosion is associated with ,,,,here’ problem’ is the key word as the thing which reduces soil erosion cannot be a problem ,,,,kindly rectify it mrunal
if anybody have environment by shankar ias academy in pdf format. please send link.
@ Vivek yadav
Not PDF
But someone sent me the photos of book…
It may create issues…
Otherwise I would have post the link.
Ask someone you know, you’ll surely get. ;-)
@s thanks ,but no one around me here accept this incredible mrunal n people like u.god bless u n best of luck for upsc.
@ Vivek yadav
Hint : ask any one who is from p*pu… you know anyone’s email I’d?
Otherwise I’ll try. But generally when we post such links it shows ” your comment… moderating”…
So!
Hope you’ll get it…
Or use nios material it’s good but vast.
Good luck. :)
pls mail it to jevliya.ram (gmail)
@vivek
How are you bro…… Let me ask you….
….
Story Padh ni hai?
Yeh vali padh
“Adhoori lv story- shahrukh saifi.”
Google it. Plz
@s downloaded file bro,thaks for yr suggetion,indo ki zindagi me ab kaun si story baaki hai,love marriage,sucessfull carrier,kids everything,inka mukabala hum diljao se kaha….
@vivek
So you got it?
Tukde-tukde jod liye na?
Download it. And study well… :)
@s yup dost,if u have any strategy for preliams,plz share .m highly obliged.
@s my id viveksingh0502@gmail.com
Go to the same site.. You’ll get it in “recent comments” part.. I’ve wriiten there.. ………..
… I was used to visit that site when I was in fy/sy and had nothing to do…. If you can’t get there Then google… Parents or lv kartik story. .. You plz reply there. OK. Bye.
thanks bro.check there.
Mrunal Sir has added 8th chapter of 8th standard geography, in the NCERT to be read list. But that NCERT has only 6 chapters. Was that a mistake? Please help. Preparing 4 prelims.
Hello i am perparing upsc civil service exam from last year by self study . I did not gain any success . i feel very lonely because i can n’t share my feeling with anyone in my village be coz they cann’t understand this .so its my humble request to u my friends please help me by sharing study material and tips for preparation with me ….
Sir mai do attempt me fail ho chuke hu and now samjhme ni ata Kaise kya karu,sir mai gav belong karte hu ,kaise work karu ki success ho jau,sir mere sadi bhi fix ho chuke h,sir mai apne dream ko Kaiser b pura karna change hu Kaiser kya karu,plz plz plz… Help me.
Plz sir help me.
Sir…can u suggest me that I have recently done my B.pharmacy and I also don’t ve strong financial background…but I want to go for prep. Of UPSC…so how can I prepare for upsc…