JUNE 2021
B. Sc. (VI Semester) Examination
ZOOLOGY
Paper: ZOO/T6/362
(Biodiversity and Conservation Biology)
Full Marks : 80
Pass Marks : 35%
Time : Three Hours
Notes: (i) Answer all questions.
(ii) The figures in the margin indicate full marks for the questions.
1. Answer all questions: 2x5= 10
(a) Differentiate tropical savanna biome and temperate grassland biome.
(b) State the criteria for considering a region as biodiversity hotspot.
(c) Define genetic and species diversity.
(d) Give examples of two endangered animal species in Arunachal Pradesh.
(e) Define Ramsar site.
2. Answer any four of the following: 5x4= 20
(a) Discuss about endemic animal species in Arunachal Pradesh.
(b) State the importance of Dihang-Dibang Biosphere Reserve.
(c) Explain the patterns of population growth.
(d) What is green house effect? State its impact on environment.
(e) Give an account of Namdapha National Park.
(f) State about the animals and plants listed in Wildlife Protection Act, 1972.
3. Answer any five on the following: 10x5= 50
(a) Give an account of ex-situ conservation of biodiversity.
(b) State about the major threats to biodiversity.
(c) Discuss on flagship fauna protected in North-East India.
(d) “Eastern Himalayas as a biodiversity hotspot”. Justify the statement.
(e) State conservation strategies for wetlands.
(f) State Himalayan Region as Biodiversity Hotspot.
(g) Give an account on Environmental Impact Assessment in India.
