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Which of the following Protected Areas are located in the Cauvery basin?

1. Nagarhole National Park 2. Papikonda National Park 3. Sathyamangalam Tiger Reserve 4. Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary Select the correct answer...

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With reference to India’s biodiversity, Ceylon frogmouth, Coppersmith Barbet, Gray-chinned minivet and White-throated redstart are:

(a) Birds (b) Primates (c) Reptiles (d) Amphibians 4. Ans: a Explanation: Ceylon frogmouth, Coppersmith Barbet, Gray-chinned minivet and White-throated...

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Which of the following are the reasons/factors for exposure to benzene pollution?

1. Automobile exhaust 2. Tobacco smoke 3. Wood burning 4. Using varnished wooden furniture 5. Using products made of polyurethane...

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In which of the following regions was Dhanyakataka, which flourished as a prominent Buddhist centre under the Mahasanghikas, located?

(a) Andhra                                                   (b) Gandhara (c) Kalinga                                                   (d) Magadha Answer: a Explanation: The Andhras are mentioned in the Aitareya Brahmana and...

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UPSC Mains Question Terms Explained for Answer Writing 

In UPSC Civil Service Examination as Prelims is a qualifying exam, marks secured in the Main written examination are considered...

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Previous Year UPSC Polity Questions With Explanation 2024 Max IAS

Previous Year UPSC Polity Questions (PYQs) With Explanation 2024

There were 15 Questions from Polity, of which Overall, the level of questions was Easy to Moderate. Questions were framed...

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Mudumalai Wildlife Sanctuary

The Mudumalai National Park or Wildlife Sanctuary was the first sanctuary in South India, established in 1940. It covers an...

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Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve – The First Biosphere Reserve in India

What are Biosphere Reserves? The idea of biosphere reserves was initiated by UNESCO in 1973-74 under its Man and Biosphere...

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