6. Which one of the following is the best description of the term 'ecosystem'?
A community of organisms interacting with one another
That part of the Earth which is inhabited by living organisms
A community of organisms together with the environment in which they live
The flora and fauna of a geographical area
7. Which of the following National Parks is unique in being a swamp with floating vegetation that supports a rich biodiversity?
Bhitarkanika National Park
Keibul Lamjao National Park
Keoladeo Ghana National Park
Sultanpur National Park
8. With reference to the International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources (IUCN) and the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES), which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. IUCN is an organ of the United Nations and CITES is an international agreement between governments. 2. IUCN runs thousands of field projects around the world to better manage natural environments. 3. CITES is legally binding on the States that have joined it, but this Convention does not take the place of national laws.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
1 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 3 only
1, 2 and 3
9. With reference to 'dugong', a mammal found in India, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. It is a herbivorous marine animal. 2. It is found along the entire coast of India. 3. It is given legal protection under Schedule I of the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972.
1 and 2
2 only
1 and 3
3 only
10. Which one of the following is the national aquatic animal of India?
Saltwater crocodile
Olive ridley turtle
Gangetic dolphin
Gharial