Biodiversity & species
Asked in 11 of the last 11 Prelims papers. A must-do.
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How it's askedSpecies, their status and habitats, ecosystems and hotspots, often tied to India.
ReadIUCN Red List · Ministry of Environment releases · NCERT Class 12 Biology (older edition) ch. 15
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2026With respect to the Western Hoolock Gibbons, which of the following statements is/are correct ?2026Which of the following best explain(s) the rationale for protecting mangrove ecosystems in the context of climate…2026Which of the following statements with regard to the arrival of Amur Falcons at Doyang Lake in Nagaland each year from…2026“It is an epiphytic orchid.” and 2 more statements2025Regarding Peacock tarantula (Gooty tarantula), consider the following statements2025Plant: Cassava, Ginger, Malabar spinach, Mint, Papaya2024One of the following regions has the world's largest tropical peatland, which holds about three years worth of global…2024Parasitoid species are found in how many of the above kind of organisms ? (Carabid beetles, Centipedes, Flies…2024How many of the above belong to the pea family ? (Groundnut, Horse-gram, Soybean)2024The organisms "Cicada, Froghopper and Pond skater" areShow all 54
2024Country: Brazil, Indonesia, Madagascar2024“Lions do not have a particular breeding season.” and 2 more statements2024Which one of the following shows a unique relationship with an insect that has coevolved with it and that is the only…2024How many of the above have poisonous species among them ? (Butterflies, Fish, Frogs)2024How many of the above trees are actually native to India ? (Cashew, Papaya, Red sanders)2023“Marsupials are not naturally found in India.” and 1 more statement2023How many of the above are generally nocturnal or most active after sunset? (Lion-tailed Macaque, Malabar Civet, Sambar…2023Which of the following organisms perform waggle dance for others of their kin to indicate the direction and the…2023“Some mushrooms have medicinal properties.” and 3 more statements2023“They build nests by making burrows in the ground.” and 2 more statements2023“Some microorganisms can grow in environments with temperature above the boiling point of…” and 2 more statements2023Which one of the following makes a tool with a stick to scrape insects from a hole in a tree or a log of wood?2022Wetland/Lake: Hokera Wetland, Renuka Wetland, Rudrasagar Lake, Sasthamkotta Lake2022“If rainforests and tropical forests are the lungs of the Earth, then surely wetlands function as its kidneys.” Which…2022With reference to “Gucchi” sometimes mentioned in the news: “It is a fungus.” and 2 more statements2022Which of the following is not a bird ?2022Which of the following are nitrogen-fixing plants ?2022“Biorock technology” is talked about in which one of the following situations ?2022Certain species of which one of the following organisms are well known as cultivators of fungi ?2021In the nature, which of the following is/are most likely to be found surviving on a surface without soil?2021Which one of the following is used in preparing a natural mosquito repellent?2021To reduce the chance of being captured by predators, which of the above organisms rolls up/roll up and…2021"Leaf litter decomposes faster than in any other biome and as a result the soil surface is often almost bare. Apart…2021The vegetation of savannah consists of grassland with scattered small trees, but extensive areas have no trees. The…2021“Moringa (drumstick tree) is a leguminous evergreen tree.” and 4 more statements2020With reference to Indian elephants: “The leader of an elephant group is a female.” and 3 more statements2020With reference to India's biodiversity, Ceylon frogmouth, Coppersmith barbet, Gray-chinned minivet and White-throated…2019“Asiatic lion is naturally found in India only.” and 2 more statements2019“Some species of turtles are herbivores.” and 3 more statements2019Wildlife: Blue-finned Mahseer, Irrawaddy Dolphin, Rusty-spotted Cat2019Recently, there was a growing awareness in our country about the importance of Himalayan nettle (Girardinia…2018Which of the following leaf modifications occur(s) in the desert areas to inhibit water loss ?2018The term “sixth mass extinction/sixth extinction” is often mentioned in the news in the context of the discussion of2018Why is a plant called Prosopis juliflora often mentioned in news ?2018“Most of the world’s coral reefs are in tropical waters.” and 2 more statements2018Which of the above spread plant diseases ? (Birds, Dust blowing, Rain, Wind blowing)2017If you want to see gharials in their natural habitat, which one of the following is the best place to visit ?2016In which of the following regions of India are you most likely to come across the 'Great Indian Hornbill' in its…2016What is/are unique about 'Kharai camel', a breed found in India?2016Recently, our scientists have discovered a new and distinct species of banana plant which attains a height of about 11…2016With reference to 'Red Sanders', sometimes seen in the news: “It is a tree species found in a part of South India.”…2016Which of the following statements is/are correct?2016'Gadgil Committee Report' and 'Kasturirangan Committee Report', sometimes seen in the news, are related to2016Recently, for the first time in our country, which of the following States has declared a particular butterfly as…AdvertiseReach UPSC aspirants with one line here. Sponsor Crack Prelims →