Question

Choose the correct statements among the following:
I) CO\textsubscript{2} fixed by the forest will have direct economical value.
II) By reducing the use of pesticides we can protect the pollinators.
III) Ecosystem services are delivered by non-living organisms of ecosystem.
IV) Pollinators play a significant role in the enhancement of food production.
Identify the correct option from the following:

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

Hint:

Eliminate statements that are factually incorrect to narrow down the right combination quickly in such list-based MCQs.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

Statement I: True. Forests act as carbon sinks, and CO\textsubscript{2} fixation provides ecological and economic benefits. Statement II: True. Pesticides harm pollinators; reducing their use helps protect them. Statement III: False. Ecosystem services are primarily provided by living organisms (biotic components), not non-living. Statement IV: True. Pollinators are crucial for the pollination of many crops, thus enhancing food production. Hence, correct statements are I, II, and IV.