Question

Match List - I with List - II.

List - I (Ecosystem)	List - II (Example of Sustainable Practice)
A. Marine B. Tropical Forest C. Semi-arid D. Agricultural	I. Drip Irrigation II. Social Forestry III. Mangrove restoration IV. Protected Area-National Park

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

• A. A-II, B-III, C-I, D-IV
• B. A-I, B-III, C-II, D-IV
• C. A-I, B-II, C-III, D-IV
• D. A-III, B-IV, C-I, D-II

Hint:

Associate Mangroves with Marine, National Parks with Biodiversity/Forests, and Drip Irrigation with Arid zones.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

Concept: Sustainability involves managing different ecosystems using techniques that preserve biodiversity and resources for future use. Each environment has specific challenges and corresponding solutions.

Step 1: Matching Ecosystems to Sustainable Practices.

• A. Marine: Coastal and marine ecosystems are often protected through Mangrove restoration (A-III), which prevents erosion and supports marine nurseries.
• B. Tropical Forest: These highly biodiverse areas are often sustained through the establishment of Protected Areas and National Parks (B-IV) to prevent commercial felling and hunting.
• C. Semi-arid: Water scarcity is the main challenge here. Drip Irrigation (C-I) is a sustainable practice that minimizes water wastage in dry regions.
• D. Agricultural: Inhabited rural landscapes use Social Forestry (D-II) to integrate tree planting with agricultural needs to provide fuel, fodder, and timber.

Step 2: Conclusion.
The matches follow the pattern A-III, B-IV, C-I, D-II.