Ramsar Sites — Set 5
Environment · रामसर स्थल · Questions 41–50 of 70
The Ramsar Convention was adopted in which year?
Correct Answer: B. 1971
The Convention on Wetlands was adopted on February 2, 1971. It is one of the oldest inter-governmental environmental agreements. It is named after the city of Ramsar in Iran where it was signed.
World Wetlands Day is celebrated every year on?
Correct Answer: A. February 2
The correct answer is 'February 2'. World Wetlands Day commemorates the signing of the Ramsar Convention in 1971. It aims to raise global awareness about the vital role of wetlands for people and the planet. This day has been celebrated since 1997.
Which Indian wetland was the first to be added to the Montreux Record of Ramsar sites facing ecological threats?
Correct Answer: B. Keoladeo National Park
Keoladeo National Park (also known as Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary) in Rajasthan was the first Indian site to be added to the Montreux Record in 1990, due to water shortage caused by reduced inflows. Chilika Lake was also added in the early 1990s but was later removed in 2002 after successful ecological restoration. Keoladeo remains on the Montreux Record. The Montreux Record lists Ramsar sites where the ecological character has changed, is changing, or is likely to change due to human interference.
Which is the largest Ramsar site in India?
Correct Answer: C. Sundarban Wetland
The Sundarban Wetland covers over 4,000 square kilometers. It is a vast mangrove ecosystem shared by India and Bangladesh. It was designated as a Ramsar site in 2019.
Which state in India has the highest number of Ramsar sites?
Correct Answer: B. Tamil Nadu
Tamil Nadu has 16 Ramsar sites, the highest in India as of current data. Uttar Pradesh follows closely in the second position. This designation helps in the international conservation of these important areas.
Keoladeo National Park, a Ramsar site, is located in which state?
Correct Answer: C. Rajasthan
Keoladeo National Park is located in Bharatpur, Rajasthan. It is a world-famous avifauna sanctuary that hosts thousands of birds. It is also a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Which of the following is the smallest Ramsar site in India?
Correct Answer: A. Renuka Wetland
Renuka Wetland in Himachal Pradesh is the smallest Ramsar site in the country. It is a natural wetland with freshwater springs. It is located in the Sirmour district.
The 'Montreux Record' is a register of?
Correct Answer: B. Threatened wetland sites
The Montreux Record lists Ramsar sites where changes in ecological character have occurred or are likely to occur. It is a part of the Ramsar List. It serves as a tool to focus conservation efforts on specific sites.
Which country has the highest number of Ramsar sites in the world?
Correct Answer: C. United Kingdom
The United Kingdom has over 170 Ramsar sites, the most in the world. Mexico follows it in the second position. However, Bolivia has the largest total area under Ramsar protection.
In which city is the Secretariat of the Ramsar Convention located?
Correct Answer: B. Gland
The Ramsar Secretariat is based in Gland, Switzerland. It is hosted by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). It manages the day-to-day administration of the convention.