Human Communities and the Environment

<p>It fosters public support and inspires behavioral changes (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Community participation is vital for managing waste effectively (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Hugging trees (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>1730 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Elephant (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Chipko Movement (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Religious principles (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Wildlife protection and forest conservation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They are often symbols of dedication and leadership. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The relationship between humans and nature (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Aparigraha (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Mindful Living (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Strict non-violence towards all living beings (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Ik Onkar (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Selfless service to all including nature (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Jainism (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Through mindful consumption (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Promotion of a non-materialistic way of living (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Ahimsa (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They serve as natural conservation areas. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Harming nature ultimately harms humans. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Ganges River (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It includes duties toward nature. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Careful consideration of actions toward nature. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The divine exists in every part of nature. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Interdependence and compassion. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>CNG-powered vehicles (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>High cost of switching to CNG (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Industrial emissions (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Strong public awareness campaigns can enhance technological solutions (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Conserve tiger populations and biodiversity (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Street performances (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Amitabh Bachchan (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Reduced biodiversity and ecosystem health (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To preserve the forest's biodiversity (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>M.K.Prasad and C.K.Janu (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It emphasized the need for environmental impact assessments (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Protection of the environment and wildlife conservation (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Khejri tree (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They helped showcase the ecological importance of the forest (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They prioritize environmental conservation (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A successful example of biodiversity conservation (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A campaign to stop a dam project that threatened a forest's biodiversity.

A region with a high concentration of unique plant and animal species.

A study of how a project will affect the environment.

An eco-religious community in Rajasthan with strong reverence for nature.

A sacred tree, important to the Bishnoi community for conservation.

A protected area in India, safeguarding its unique ecosystem.

Efforts to protect the environment through campaigning and advocacy.

A dam built to generate electricity from flowing water.

A Bishnoi woman who, in 1730, led a group of villagers in hugging trees to prevent them from being cut down by the Maharaja of Jodhpur's men, sacrificing her life and inspiring environmental activism.

A practice of the Bishnois where they would hug trees to prevent them from being cut down, demonstrating their commitment to protecting nature.

A guiding principle of the Bishnoi community that emphasizes reverence for all life and encourages sustainable living.

A social movement that began in India in the 1970s, where villagers hugged trees to protect them from being cut down.

A branch of ethics that explores the moral relationship between humans and the environment, emphasizing our responsibility toward nature.

A social movement that originates from ordinary people at the local level, organizing to bring about change.

Policies aimed at managing environmental resources in a way that meets present needs without compromising future generations' ability to meet their own.

Women have played a crucial role in environmental movements, leading campaigns and symbolizing dedication to nature's protection.

Hinduism sees the divine present in every part of nature, making it sacred and worthy of respect.

A core principle of non-violence, extending beyond humans to all living beings, emphasizing respect for animals, plants, and ecosystems.

In Hinduism, fulfilling one's duty towards nature involves protecting the environment for the well-being of all life.

Hindu communities traditionally protect sacred forests where trees, plants, and wildlife are safe from exploitation.

Buddhists believe all life is interconnected, meaning harming nature ultimately harms humans.

A Buddhist concept that everything in the universe is interdependent, emphasizing the need for environmental stewardship.

Buddhism emphasizes being conscious of our actions' impact on the environment, promoting an ethical relationship with nature.

Buddhism's focus on compassion extends to all living beings, encouraging kindness towards the environment.

Buddhism, like Hinduism, emphasizes non-violence (ahimsa), encouraging respect for all living beings, including animals, forests, and ecosystems.

Buddhism encourages mindful living, where individuals are deeply aware of actions and their impact, including environmental consequences.

Jainism emphasizes environmental conservation through strict non-violence (ahimsa), non-possessiveness (aparigraha), and the principle of many-sidedness (anekantavada).

Jainism teaches non-attachment to material possessions (aparigraha), urging individuals to reduce consumption and minimize waste.

Jains, through their reverence for all life, practice vegetarianism, protect animals and plants, and maintain sacred forests and herb gardens.

Sikhism sees the natural world as a creation of God, emphasizing respect for the environment and interconnectedness.

Sikhism encourages sewa (selfless service), which extends to caring for the environment.

Sikhism promotes a simple, non-materialistic life, emphasizing contentment, reducing waste, and respecting natural resources.

Laws restricting the use of single-use plastic items to reduce waste and promote alternatives.

People shifting their habits towards more environmentally friendly practices, like using reusable bags or choosing sustainable products.

Working together between government, businesses, and citizens to solve environmental challenges.

Sharing information about environmental issues to raise awareness and encourage action.

Involving the public in environmental decision-making and actions.

Delhi's shift to CNG-powered public transport is a prime example of successful urban environmental management, earning international recognition for its efforts in reducing vehicular pollution.

The transition to CNG in Delhi faced obstacles like initial resistance from drivers due to cost concerns and the need to rapidly develop CNG refueling infrastructure.

While CNG vehicles reduced vehicular emissions, other sources like industrial emissions and construction dust remained significant contributors to Delhi's air pollution.

India's Save the Tiger campaign, launched in 2000, aimed to raise awareness about the declining tiger population and the need for conservation.

Protecting tigers is vital for maintaining ecosystem health, as they are apex predators, and their conservation has broader implications for biodiversity.

The Save the Tiger campaign employed diverse communication strategies, such as media campaigns, celebrity endorsements, and educational programs, to reach a broad audience.

Poaching, habitat loss, and human-wildlife conflict were the major drivers of the declining tiger population in India before the Save the Tiger campaign.

The Save the Tiger campaign involved government agencies, organizations like WWF, and the public in a collaborative effort to raise awareness and protect tigers.