30 Questions
What was the main reason given by the Perumatty Grama Panchayat for refusing to renew Coca-Cola's license to operate?
Coca-Cola was causing excessive exploitation of groundwater
What was the final outcome of the legal battle between Coca-Cola and the Perumatty Grama Panchayat?
The Supreme Court of India ordered Coca-Cola not to resume operations at Plachimada
According to the passage, which of the following is NOT a common reason for water conflicts?
Excessive taxation
What is the meaning of the term 'water conflict' as used in the passage?
All of the above
What is the main reason why water has historically been a source of tension and a factor in conflicts?
Water is a scarce resource that is essential for life
What is the significance of the 12-year-long legal battle between Coca-Cola and the Perumatty Grama Panchayat?
It demonstrates the long-standing conflict between corporations and local communities over access to water resources
What is the main difference between vegetarians and vegans?
Vegetarians consume some animal-derived foods, while vegans do not consume any animal-derived foods.
What are the three degrees of hunger mentioned in the text?
Acute, chronic, and hidden
What is the primary cause of famine according to the text?
Both (a) and (b)
What is the estimated number of people in the world who do not have enough to eat?
925 million people
What are the main factors contributing to the global food security issue according to the text?
Increasing population, limited access to water, and high costs of fertilizers and fuel.
What is the projected population of the world by 2050 according to the text?
9 billion
What are the two main types of indicators of environmental impact in agriculture?
Means-based and effect-based
Which of the following is NOT listed as an environmental issue related to agriculture?
Overpopulation
Which of the following is NOT listed as a type of agriculture?
Organic agriculture
What is the first development of agriculture listed in the text?
Expansion and/or conversion of agricultural lands
Which of the following is NOT an aspect of agriculture?
Mining
What is the definition of agriculture according to the text?
The management of the growth of plants and animals for human use
What is the primary characteristic that defines a resource?
It must be valuable or useful after being transformed
Which of the following is NOT an example of a natural resource mentioned in the text?
Plastic
What is the primary factor that determines whether something is considered a resource?
Its ability to satisfy human needs
Which of the following statements about natural resources is true, based on the information provided?
Natural resources can be divided into renewable and non-renewable categories
Which of the following is NOT listed as an example of a natural resource in the text?
Machinery
What is the relationship between natural resources and life on Earth?
Life on Earth depends on the natural resources provided by nature
What is the primary reason for the accelerating mining of Earth's natural resources?
Increased demand for minerals due to population growth and higher consumption
Which of the following statements about minerals is NOT true?
Mineral resources are considered renewable
What does the passage suggest about the management of mineral resources?
Mineral resource exploitation should be guided by long-term national goals and perspectives
According to the passage, what are the two categories of minerals mentioned?
Metals and non-metals
Which of the following statements about mineral deposits is true according to the passage?
A mineral deposit is a concentration of naturally occurring materials whose extraction may be profitable in the future
What does the passage suggest about the use of minerals across different countries?
The greatest use of minerals occurs in developed countries
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