Q.1 Which Indian state recently declared the Namdapha National Park as a 'critical tiger habitat'?
Assam
Arunachal Pradesh
Nagaland
Meghalaya
Explanation - Arunachal Pradesh declared Namdapha National Park as a critical tiger habitat to strengthen tiger conservation efforts under Project Tiger.
Correct answer is: Arunachal Pradesh
Q.2 India recently launched 'Green Credit Programme'. What is its primary objective?
To reduce carbon emissions through credit trading
To promote afforestation by giving credits
To reduce pollution in rivers
To fund renewable energy projects
Explanation - The Green Credit Programme incentivizes afforestation and sustainable practices by providing tradable credits for environmental services.
Correct answer is: To promote afforestation by giving credits
Q.3 Which city hosted the 2025 United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA)?
Geneva
New York
Nairobi
Paris
Explanation - The UNEA is headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, and the 2025 session was also held there to discuss global environmental policies.
Correct answer is: Nairobi
Q.4 The 'Mangrove Initiative for Shoreline Habitats & Tangible Incomes' (MISHTI) launched in Union Budget 2025 focuses on which ecosystem?
Coral reefs
Mangroves
Deserts
Wetlands
Explanation - MISHTI aims to increase mangrove plantation and improve livelihoods of coastal communities while enhancing carbon sequestration.
Correct answer is: Mangroves
Q.5 India recently joined the 'High Ambition Coalition for Nature and People'. What is its main goal?
Achieve net-zero emissions by 2040
Protect 30% of land and oceans by 2030
Reduce plastic use globally
Eliminate coal-based power plants
Explanation - The coalition aims to conserve 30% of Earth's land and ocean areas by 2030 to protect biodiversity.
Correct answer is: Protect 30% of land and oceans by 2030
Q.6 Which organization publishes the annual 'Emissions Gap Report'?
World Bank
UNEP
IPCC
IUCN
Explanation - The United Nations Environment Programme publishes this report to assess the gap between pledged emissions reductions and required levels.
Correct answer is: UNEP
Q.7 The term 'Net Zero by 2070' is associated with which country's climate commitment?
India
China
USA
Brazil
Explanation - India announced at COP26 that it aims to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2070.
Correct answer is: India
Q.8 Which Indian river was recently declared as a 'living entity' by a state government?
Ganga
Yamuna
Saryu
Periyar
Explanation - Uttar Pradesh declared the Saryu River as a living entity to strengthen conservation and prevent pollution.
Correct answer is: Saryu
Q.9 The 'One Sun, One World, One Grid' initiative primarily focuses on which sector?
Nuclear Energy
Solar Energy
Wind Energy
Hydropower
Explanation - This global initiative, led by India, aims to interconnect solar energy grids across countries to ensure clean energy access.
Correct answer is: Solar Energy
Q.10 Which species was recently removed from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species due to conservation success?
Asiatic Lion
Great Indian Bustard
Olive Ridley Turtle
Arabian Oryx
Explanation - The Arabian Oryx population has recovered due to strict conservation programs, leading to its removal from the threatened list.
Correct answer is: Arabian Oryx
Q.11 What is the main objective of the 'National Green Hydrogen Mission' launched by India?
To promote hydrogen as a clean fuel
To increase forest cover
To reduce plastic waste
To regulate industrial pollution
Explanation - The mission aims to make India a global hub for green hydrogen production and exports.
Correct answer is: To promote hydrogen as a clean fuel
Q.12 Which Indian national park recently became the first to be certified as a Dark Sky Reserve?
Jim Corbett
Pench
Hanle
Ranthambore
Explanation - The Hanle Dark Sky Reserve in Ladakh promotes astro-tourism while protecting the nocturnal environment.
Correct answer is: Hanle
Q.13 The 'State of India's Birds Report 2025' highlighted a significant decline in which bird population?
House Sparrow
Indian Peafowl
Vultures
Hornbill
Explanation - The report noted that vulture populations remain critically low due to habitat loss and diclofenac poisoning.
Correct answer is: Vultures
Q.14 Which country is the world's largest emitter of methane as per 2025 reports?
India
China
USA
Russia
Explanation - China remains the top methane emitter due to its coal mining and agricultural practices.
Correct answer is: China
Q.15 India's 'LiFE' mission focuses on promoting:
Sustainable lifestyles
Industrial growth
Urban infrastructure
Export of renewable energy equipment
Explanation - Launched by Prime Minister Modi, LiFE stands for 'Lifestyle for Environment' and encourages eco-friendly living habits.
Correct answer is: Sustainable lifestyles
Q.16 Which Indian state recently launched the 'Harit Kranti Abhiyan' for agroforestry?
Madhya Pradesh
Uttar Pradesh
Punjab
Haryana
Explanation - Haryana launched this initiative to promote agroforestry and sustainable agricultural practices.
Correct answer is: Haryana
Q.17 Which greenhouse gas has the highest global warming potential?
Carbon dioxide
Methane
Nitrous oxide
Sulphur hexafluoride
Explanation - Sulphur hexafluoride (SF6) has the highest warming potential, making it a highly potent greenhouse gas.
Correct answer is: Sulphur hexafluoride
Q.18 Which Indian ministry is responsible for implementing the 'National Electric Mobility Mission Plan'?
Ministry of Power
Ministry of Heavy Industries
Ministry of Road Transport
Ministry of Environment
Explanation - The Ministry of Heavy Industries is the nodal agency for promoting electric vehicle adoption in India.
Correct answer is: Ministry of Heavy Industries
Q.19 The 'Ocean Cleanup Project' mainly targets removal of:
Plastic waste
Oil spills
Coral bleaching
Industrial pollutants
Explanation - This global initiative aims to remove large amounts of plastic waste from oceans and prevent further pollution.
Correct answer is: Plastic waste
Q.20 India's first 'carbon trading market' was recently launched in which state?
Gujarat
Maharashtra
Tamil Nadu
Kerala
Explanation - Gujarat became the first state to launch a carbon trading market to reduce industrial emissions.
Correct answer is: Gujarat
Q.21 Which Indian river recently saw successful reintroduction of gharials?
Ganga
Yamuna
Chambal
Godavari
Explanation - The Chambal River conservation project successfully reintroduced gharials to boost their population.
Correct answer is: Chambal
Q.22 The term 'Carbon Sequestration' refers to:
Capturing and storing atmospheric carbon dioxide
Measuring greenhouse gas emissions
Increasing energy efficiency
Trading carbon credits
Explanation - Carbon sequestration is the process of capturing and storing carbon dioxide to mitigate climate change.
Correct answer is: Capturing and storing atmospheric carbon dioxide
Q.23 The International Day for Biological Diversity is celebrated on:
March 22
April 22
May 22
June 5
Explanation - May 22 is observed annually to raise awareness about biodiversity conservation.
Correct answer is: May 22
Q.24 Which of the following is NOT a Ramsar site in India?
Loktak Lake
Sundarbans
Ropar Wetland
Lonar Lake
Explanation - Lonar Lake, though ecologically important, is not a designated Ramsar site as of 2025.
Correct answer is: Lonar Lake