East Kolkata Wetland Designation
The East Kolkata Wetland is internationally recognized for its ecological importance.
Ramsar Site: A Ramsar Site is a wetland of international importance, designated under the Ramsar Convention on Wetlands. This convention aims to promote the conservation and wise use of wetlands.
The East Kolkata Wetland was declared a Ramsar Site in 2002, acknowledging its significant role as a vital urban ecosystem and its function in waste management and biodiversity conservation.
Therefore, the correct classification is a Ramsar Site.
Important Questions from Biodiversity and Conservation
Among the animal on the planet, the species rich group making more than 70% is ________.
Which of the following is not the cause of biodiversity loss?
Select the statements that are CORRECT regarding patterns of biodiversity.
(A) Species diversity increases as we move away from the equator towards the poles
(B) The tropical Amazon rain forest in South America has the greatest biodiversity on Earth.
(C) There is more solar energy available in the temperate region than tropics.
(D) Tropical environments are less seasonal, relatively more constant and predictable
(E) A. Humboldt observed that within a region, species richness decreases with increasing explored area, up to a limit.
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
Who was the leader of Chipko movement?
Which commission/summit gave the concept of sustainable development for the first time?
