Which tea estates in India are correctly matched with their locations?

Among the given pairs, only Singampatti Tea Estate is correctly matched with its location in southern Tamil Nadu. Chabua Tea Estate is located in Assam, not West Bengal, and Happy Valley Tea Estate is situated in Darjeeling, West Bengal, not Assam. Therefore, only one pair is correct.

What is the difference between an isthmus and a strait?

An isthmus is a narrow strip of land that connects two larger landmasses and separates two bodies of water, such as the Isthmus of Panama. In contrast, a strait is a narrow body of water that connects two larger bodies of water, such as the Strait of Messina. Therefore, both statements in the question are incorrect.

What is the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) and is India a member?

The Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD), established at the 1992 Rio Earth Summit, aims to conserve global biodiversity, promote sustainable use of biological resources, and ensure equitable sharing of benefits. India is a member of the CBD, having ratified it in 1994. The CBD also led to the Cartagena Protocol on Biosafety (2003) and the Nagoya Protocol (2014).

Who is Madhav Gadgil and why is he significant in environmental conservation?

Madhav Gadgil is one of India's most influential ecologists and environmental scientists, widely regarded as a pioneer in modern ecological research and conservation policy. He chaired the Western Ghats Ecology Expert Panel (WGEEP), also known as the Gadgil Commission. In 2024, he was awarded the United Nations Environment Programme's Champions of the Earth Lifetime Achievement Award for his contributions to environmental conservation.

What geographical regions does the Malshej Ghat separate?

Malshej Ghat is a mountain pass located in the Western Ghats of Maharashtra. It separates the Deccan Plateau from the Konkan coastal plain. The region is also notable for its ecological significance and proposed hydropower development projects.

Daily UPSC Prelims MCQs - Environment & Geography - 9th April 2026

Devesh
Apr 9
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Updated: 3 days ago

Test your UPSC CSE 2026 preparation with today’s Environment & Geography (Every Thursday) Quiz — covering Tea Estate in India, Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD), Western Ghats Ecology Expert Panel, Malshej Ghat and more.

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