UPSC Ecology And Environment Current Ecological Developments Question Bank Current Ecological Developments

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    Which of the following includes ecosystem modelling?

    A) Hydrodynamic modelling of Chilika Lake

    B) Hydrodynamic modelling of Dal Lake

    C) Agronomic modelling of Chilika Lake

    D) Both [a] and [b]

    Correct Answer: A

    Solution :

    The Chilika Lagoon a Ramsar Site of international importance and the largest brackish water lagoon in Indian sub-continent is one of the richest repositories of aquatic biodiversity and a source of fishery, sustaining the livelihood and nutritional need of about 0.2 million local fisher folk. Hydrodynamic modelling of Chilika characterizes the ecosystem of a region suitable for flora and fauna. Dal Lake shows less biodiversity in comparison of Chilika Lake.


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