environment hard MCQ

Which of the following is NOT a criterion for identifying a biodiversity hotspot?

  1. Contains at least 1,500 endemic vascular plant species
  2. Has lost at least 70% of its original habitat
  3. Has high species richness of mammals
  4. Is under significant threat

Answer: Has high species richness of mammals

Hotspots are identified based on endemic vascular plants and habitat loss; mammal richness alone is not a primary criterion.

Topic Biodiversity and Conservation
Exam Relevance UPSC