Read the passage and answer the questions given below it: More than 175 sepcies of bird can be seen in and around the city. Painted stork and black Ibins are considered nearly threatended birds species as per international standards. But these birds can still be seen near Pune. However, their number is reducing rapidly. Birds likes lesser Flamingos have wanished, while species like jungle crow and Black winged stilt are seen everywhere. These are birds indicate the high level of pollution in the city. The disappearing of hills and forest, air and water pollution are the major factors and this. The situation will worsen in the near future. The rapid increase in the population will lead to further encroachment on bird habitals. Big trees which are nesting areas for larger birds, are being cut to widen roads and build residential complexes, By law, it is compulsory for builders to replant trees if they have had to cut trees for building purpose. However the builder lobby is least bothered about tree plantation and they are given excused after their grease palms It is high time we ensure that the right environment is created for the protection of birds. Birds are trying to adjust to their surroundings and all they need is a little support from us. Article 51 A of the Indian Constitution stipulates that is the duty of every citizen to protect the environment. However, we care only about our rights and conveniently forget our duties. 1. Which of the given birds is not an endangered species? (1) Painted stork (2) Black Ibis (3) Black Winged Stilt (4) Lesses Flamingos 2. Article 51 A of the Indian Constitution stresses upon……. (1) tree plantation (2) right environment for bird protection (3) high level of pollution (4) duty of the citizen to protect the environment 3. It is compulsory for…. To replant the trees they have cut (1) builders (2) citizens (3) government (4) environmentalists 4. Which of the given is a major reason for reduction in the number of birds? (1) disappearing hills and forests (2) air and water pollution (3) both (1) and (2) are correct (4) neither (1) nor (2) is correct