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Exercise : Environment - Latest Current Affairs
  • Environment - Latest Current Affairs
1.
In which Indian state is the Sahyadri Tiger Reserve, where tigers from Tadoba-Andhari and Pench reserves are being translocated, located?
Maharashtra
Karnataka
Madhya Pradesh
Goa
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Sahyadri Tiger Reserve is located in Maharashtra, spread across Kolhapur, Sangli, Satara, and Ratnagiri districts of the Western Ghats. Established in 2010, it was formed by merging Chandoli National Park and Koyna Wildlife Sanctuary. Although rich in dense forests and biodiversity, the reserve has largely been home to transient tigers without a stable breeding population. To revive its tiger population, the Union Environment Ministry and NTCA approved the capture and translocation of 8 tigers from Tadoba-Andhari and Pench Tiger Reserves. This initiative will help restore predator-prey balance, strengthen ecological corridors, and align with India’s wider Project Tiger conservation goals.

2.
How long will the totality of the September 2025 Blood Moon last?
82 Minutes
60 Minutes
70 Minutes
90 Minutes
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The September 2025 Blood Moon is remarkable because it will last for a total of 82 minutes, making it the longest total lunar eclipse of the year. This duration surpasses the usual range of 60–70 minutes, giving skywatchers an extended opportunity to observe the Moon’s transformation into a deep red hue caused by Earth’s atmosphere scattering sunlight. Such extended eclipses are rare and hold both scientific and cultural importance, allowing astronomers to study atmospheric conditions while also captivating audiences across Asia, Africa, Europe, and Australia.

3.
In which region was the rare dragonfly species Crocothemis erythraea recently reconfirmed?
Western Ghats
Eastern Himalayas
Aravalli Hills
Sundarbans
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The rare dragonfly species Crocothemis erythraea has been reconfirmed in the Western Ghats, specifically in the high-altitude Shola forests and montane grasslands of Kerala and Tamil Nadu. This rediscovery is significant because the species, usually found in Europe, Central Asia, and the Himalayas, was earlier misidentified due to its resemblance to the more common Crocothemis servilia. Scientists believe it may have reached South India during the Ice Age and survived in cooler highland habitats. The finding emphasises the Western Ghats’ status as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the world’s top biodiversity hotspots, highlighting urgent conservation needs.

4.
The BNHS recently signed an MoU with which state government for the eco-restoration of the Ujani reservoir wetland?
Gujarat
Karnataka
Maharashtra
Madhya Pradesh
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Bombay Natural History Society (BNHS) partnered with the Maharashtra Water Resources Department through an MoU to restore the Ujani reservoir wetland. Located on the Bhima river in western Maharashtra, this man made wetland at Bhigwan is an important ecological zone. It has been recognised as an Important Bird Area (IBA) under the Central Asian Flyway, serving as a crucial habitat for migratory birds. Apart from ecological importance, the wetland also plays a vital role in supporting agriculture, hydropower generation, drinking water supply, and fisheries in the region, making its restoration a priority for sustainable development.

5.
What is the name of the first major Atlantic hurricane of 2025?
Alice
Diana
Maria
Erin
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The first major Atlantic hurricane of 2025 was named Erin. It reached peak intensity as a Category-5 storm with maximum sustained winds of 240 km/h before being downgraded to Category-4 by the US National Hurricane Center. Positioned just north of the Caribbean Islands, Erin posed significant threats of heavy rainfall and severe weather across the northern Leeward Islands, Virgin Islands, and Puerto Rico. As the initial major storm of the hurricane season, Erin underscores the critical importance of preparedness, monitoring, and early warnings in minimizing risks to human life and infrastructure in vulnerable coastal regions.