UPSC Prelims 2013
Environment & Ecology Previous Year Questions (PYQs)
Explore 21 solved UPSC Prelims 2013 Environment & Ecology questions with detailed step-by-step bilingual solutions, option analysis, and answer keys.
Which of the following leaf modifications occurs/occur in desert areas to inhibit water loss?
- Hard and waxy leaves
- Tiny leaves or no leaves
- Thorns instead of leaves
Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
Detailed Explanation:
✅ Statement 1 – Correct: Desert plants develop hard, waxy cuticles on leaves to create a waterproof barrier that prevents transpiration and water loss.
✅ Statement 2 – Correct: Reduced leaf size or complete leaf loss minimizes surface area exposed to heat and sunlight, thereby reducing water evaporation.
✅ Statement 3 – Correct: Leaf modification into thorns/spines drastically reduces transpiring surface area while providing protection from herbivores in arid environments.
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UPSC Prelims 2013 - Environment & Ecology Chapter-wise Distribution
Biodiversity and Conservation
7 Qs (33.3%)Fundamentals of Ecology
6 Qs (28.6%)Environmental Pollution
4 Qs (19%)Flora, Fauna and Protected Areas
2 Qs (9.5%)Environmental Issues & Challenges
1 Qs (4.8%)Natural Resources & Conservation
1 Qs (4.8%)UPSC Prelims 2013 - Environment & Ecology Questions FAQs
Q1 How many Environment & Ecology questions were asked in UPSC Prelims 2013?
Q2 What is the chapter-wise question distribution for Environment & Ecology in UPSC Prelims 2013?
- Biodiversity and Conservation: 7 questions (33.3%)
- Fundamentals of Ecology: 6 questions (28.6%)
- Environmental Pollution: 4 questions (19%)
- Flora, Fauna and Protected Areas: 2 questions (9.5%)
- Environmental Issues & Challenges: 1 questions (4.8%)
- Natural Resources & Conservation: 1 questions (4.8%)