UPSC Mains · GS III · Topic

Biodiversity and Conservation

10 UPSC Mains GS III questions on Biodiversity and Conservation, 2013 to 2026, newest first, as UPSC set them. See also practice questions on Biodiversity and Conservation toppers answered.

  1. 2026 Q8Discuss the aim and goals of Kunming-Montreal global biodiversity framework. Mention India’s commitments and initiatives to achieve the goals and targets of this framework giving suitable examples.10 marks · 150 words
  2. 2023 Q8What is oil pollution? What are its impacts on the marine ecosystem? In what way is oil pollution particularly harmful for a country like India?10 marks · 150 words
  3. 2023 Q17Comment on the National Wetland Conservation Programme initiated by the Government of India and name a few India’s wetlands of international importance included in the Ramsar Sites.15 marks · 250 words
  4. 2022 Q6Each year a large amount of plant material, cellulose, is deposited on the surface of Planet Earth. What are the natural processes this cellulose undergoes before yielding carbon dioxide, water and other end products ?10 marks · 150 words
  5. 2019 Q7Coastal sand mining, whether legal or illegal, poses one of the biggest threats to our environment. Analyze the impact of sand mining along the Indian coasts, citing specific examples.10 marks · 150 words
  6. 2019 Q17Define the concept of carrying capacity of an ecosystem as relevant to an environment. Explain how understanding this concept is vital while planning for sustainable development of a region.15 marks · 250 words
  7. 2018 Q7What is wetland? Explain the Ramsar concept of ‘wise use’ in the context of wetland conservation. Cite two examples of Ramsar sites from India.10 marks · 150 words
  8. 2018 Q17How does biodiversity vary in India? How is the Biological Diversity Act, 2002 helpful in conservation of flora and fauna?15 marks · 250 words
  9. 2017 Q8Not many years ago, river linking was a concept but it is becoming a reality in the country. Discuss the advantages of river linking and its possible impact on the environment.10 marks · 150 words
  10. 2013 Q19What are the consequences of Illegal mining ? Discuss the Ministry of Environment and Forests’ concept of GO AND NO GO zones for coal mining sector.10 marks · 200 words

Other GS III topics

Agricultural MarketingAgri-technologyAnimal Rearing and FisheriesBanking and FinanceBiotechnologyBorder ManagementClimate ChangeCrops and Cropping PatternsCyber SecurityDisaster ManagementDisaster Risk ReductionEmerging TechnologiesEmploymentEnergy

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