1. The term M-STRIPES' is sometimes seen in the news in the context of
Captive breeding of Wild Fauna
Maintenance of Tiger Reserves
Indigenous Satellite Navigation System
Security of National Highways
2. Recently there was a proposal to translocate some of the lions from their natural habitat in Gujarat to which one of the following sites ?
Corbett National Park
KunoPalpur Wildlife Sanctuary
Mudumalai Wildlife Sanctuary
Sariska National Park
3. In India, if a species of tortoise is declared protected under Schedule I of the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972, what does it imply ?
It enjoys the same level of protection as the tiger.
It no longer exists in the wild, a few individuals are under captive protection; and now it is impossible to prevent its extinction.
It is endemic to a particular region of India.
Both (b) and (c) stated above are correct in this context.
4. According to the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972, which of the following animals cannot be hunted by any person except under some provisions provided by law?
1. Gharial
2. Indian wild ass
3. Wild buffalo
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
1 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 3 only
1, 2 and 3
5. If you want to see gharials in their natural habitat, which one of the following is the best place to visit?
Bhitarkanika Mangroves
Chambal River
Pulicat Lake
DeeporBeel