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Q1medium

Which of the following criteria are essential for a region to be designated as a 'Biodiversity Hotspot' by Conservation International?

Q2easy

Which of the following Indian regions are recognized as biodiversity hotspots?

Q3medium

Consider the following statements regarding the Western Ghats biodiversity hotspot: 1. It is known for its exceptionally high levels of endemism in amphibians and freshwater fish. 2. The region has been designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. 3. Major threats include habitat fragmentation due to agriculture and hydroelectric projects. Which of the statements given above are correct?

Q4medium

Consider the following pairs: 1. Red Panda : Eastern Himalayas 2. Lion-tailed Macaque : Western Ghats 3. Nicobar Megapode : Indo-Burma Which of the pairs given above are correctly matched?

Q5easy

The Biological Diversity Act, 2002, in India was enacted to give effect to the provisions of which international convention?