Biodiversity & Protected Areas PYQs | UPSC Prelims Analysis (English)

 

Biodiversity & Protected Areas – UPSC PYQs

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PYQ 1 (UPSC Prelims)

Which of the following are biodiversity hotspots in India?

A) Western Ghats
B) Eastern Himalayas
C) Indo-Burma
D) Thar Desert

Answer: A, B, C

India has four biodiversity hotspots: Western Ghats, Eastern Himalayas, Indo-Burma, and Sundaland.

PYQ 2

What is the main objective of biosphere reserves?

Answer: Conservation of biodiversity along with sustainable development.

PYQ 3

Which protected area allows limited human activity?

Answer: Wildlife Sanctuary

PYQ 4

Endemic species are those which:

Answer: Are restricted to a particular geographical region.

PYQ 5

Which national park is famous for Asiatic lions?

Answer: Gir National Park

Trend Analysis:
• UPSC focuses on hotspots and protected area types
• Species-location questions are frequently asked
• Concept-based questions (endemism, ecosystem) are common

Preparation Strategy:
• Revise national parks and species
• Learn hotspot locations clearly
• Practice MCQs and PYQs regularly

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Biodiversity & Protected Areas – Complete Series (English)

Page 1: Notes
Page 2: MCQs
Page 3: Answers & Explanations
Page 4: Quick Revision
Page 5: PYQs & Analysis