Impact on Biodiversity — Prelims Questions

Which of the following statements best describes 'phenological mismatch' in the context of climate change?

Consider the following statements regarding the impact of climate change on Indian biodiversity: 1. The Western Ghats are vulnerable to altered monsoon patterns and increased frequency of extreme events. 2. Ocean acidification primarily threatens the coral reefs of the Andaman & Nicobar and Lakshadweep islands. 3. The Sundarbans mangrove ecosystem faces threats from sea-level rise and increased cyclonic activity. Which of the statements given above are correct?

Which of the following international agreements or concepts explicitly links biodiversity conservation with climate change adaptation through 'non-market approaches'?

The term 'Extinction Debt' is sometimes mentioned in the context of climate change and biodiversity. What does it signify?

Which of the following is NOT considered a Nature-based Solution (NbS) for addressing climate change and biodiversity loss?