Sustainable Development and Forest Conservation
40 Questions
2 Views

Choose a study mode

Play Quiz
Study Flashcards
Spaced Repetition
Chat to lesson

Podcast

Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson

Questions and Answers

In which report was the concept of Sustainable Development formally defined?

  • Delor Commission Report
  • Swaminathan Commission Report
  • Brundtland Commission Report (correct)
  • Maurice Strong Commission Report

    • What is the process of moving from pollution intensive economic production to environment-friendly processes called?

  • Industrial Transition
  • Technological Transition
  • Economic Transition
  • Environmental Transition (correct)

    • Which of the following is not a Sustainable Development Goal (SDG)?

  • Industrial Growth (correct)
  • Climate Action
  • No Poverty
  • Zero Hunger

    • What is the maximum number of marks in the examination mentioned?

    <p>50</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many questions are included in the examination paper?

    <p>50</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long is the duration of the examination?

    <p>2 hours</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action should be taken if none of the given alternatives is correct?

    <p>Mark '0'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the OMR sheet as mentioned?

    <p>To mark correct alternatives</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an economic significance of forests?

    <p>Deriving products to be used as insecticides and pesticides</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement related to forests is not correct?

    <p>It is directly responsible for vector-borne diseases.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Deforestation leads to which of the following?

    <p>Increased soil erosion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which species is highest in number in biodiversity?

    <p>Insects and micro-organisms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which biogeographic zone covers the largest area in India?

    <p>The Gangetic plain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a biological hotspot in India?

    <p>The Western Ghats</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is not an indirect use value of biodiversity?

    <p>Direct consumption of resources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The following are benefits provided by forests, except?

    <p>Elementary education</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hazard is correctly matched with its category?

    <p>Geological - Landslides</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following regions is classified under high seismic zones in India?

    <p>Rann of Kachchh</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a correct pairing for a biological hazard?

    <p>Pollution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Identify the mismatched category and hazard.

    <p>Geological - Earthquake</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following hazards is classified as hydrological?

    <p>Flooding</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What category does a forest fire belong to?

    <p>Atmospheric</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hazard corresponds to the geological category?

    <p>Landslides</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Identify the option that does not match any known hazard category.

    <p>Pollution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is not an ENVIS centre?

    <p>All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which viewpoint believes that all organisms on Earth have values and rights?

    <p>Ecocentrism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Using English material to communicate with non-English speaking communities exemplifies which type of inequity?

    <p>Procedural inequity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an ENVIS centre?

    <p>Industrial Toxicology Research Centre (ITCR), Lucknow</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What belief does Ecofeminism primarily focus on?

    <p>Empowers women through environmental action</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which centre would likely focus on mathematical studies?

    <p>Centre for Theoretical Studies (CTS), Indian Institute of Science, Bengaluru</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term best describes unfair distribution of resources based on language?

    <p>Procedural inequity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which viewpoint prioritizes human needs above environmental concerns?

    <p>Anthropocentrism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which one of the following is not a non-conventional source of energy?

    <p>Atomic energy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which area in India is considered suitable for geothermal energy?

    <p>The North-Western Himalaya</p> Signup and view all the answers

    More than half of the energy need of India is met by which source?

    <p>Coal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Urjagram refer to?

    <p>Villages with non-conventional systems installed experimentally</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes cultural and religious value in environmental context?

    <p>Value linked to spiritual significance and tradition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which non-consumptive value refers to energy resources that do not deplete during use?

    <p>Bequest value</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of value is associated with the enjoyment of nature's beauty?

    <p>Aesthetic value</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a primary characteristic of bequest value?

    <p>Reflects importance for future generations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Sustainable Development

    • The Brundtland Commission Report formally defined the concept of Sustainable Development.

    Environmental Transition

    • Moving from pollution-intensive economic production to environmentally friendly processes is known as Environmental Transition.

    Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

    • There are 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), which are not listed in the text.

    Economic Significance of Forests

    • Forests support natural ecological systems and processes.
    • Forests moderate global climate.
    • Forests protect biodiversity.
    • Forests provide products used as insecticides and pesticides.

    Forest facts

    • Forests are major sources of carbon sinks.
    • Forests prevent landslides.
    • Forests are the greatest repository of biodiversity.
    • Forests are not directly responsible for vector-borne diseases.

    Deforestation

    • Deforestation leads to increased soil erosion.
    • Deforestation reduces the amount of carbon dioxide liberated by plants.
    • Deforestation decreases the water table.
    • Deforestation does not decrease pollution.

    Biodiversity

    • Insects and micro-organisms are the most numerous species in biodiversity.

    Biogeographic Zones of India

    • The Gangetic plain covers the largest area in India.

    Biological Hotspots in India

    • The Western Ghats is a biological hotspot in India.
    • The Sunderbans in West Bengal is a biological hotspot in India.
    • Bhitar Kanika in Odisha is a biological hotspot in India.
    • The Eastern Ghats is not considered a biological hotspot in India.

    Biodiversity Values

    • Aesthetic, bequest, non-consumptive, and cultural/religious values are indirect use values of biodiversity.

    Non-conventional Energy Sources

    • Atomic energy is a non-conventional source of energy.
    • Solar energy is a non-conventional source of energy.
    • Wind energy is a non-conventional source of energy.
    • Geothermal energy is a non-conventional source of energy.

    Geothermal Energy Suitable Areas in India

    • The North-Western Himalaya is suitable for geothermal energy.
    • The North-Eastern Himalaya is suitable for geothermal energy.
    • The Western Rajasthan is suitable for geothermal energy.
    • The East Coast of India is not suitable for geothermal energy.

    Energy Needs of India

    • Coal provides more than half of India's energy needs.

    Urjagram

    • Urjagram refers to villages that produce their own required energy resources.

    Genetic Disorders

    • Haemophilia, sickle cell anaemia, Down’s syndrome, and Schizophrenia are genetic disorders.

    Hazards and Categories

    • Forest fire is a biological hazard.
    • Drought is a hydrological hazard.
    • Heat wave is an atmospheric hazard.
    • Landslides are a geological hazard.

    Seismic Zones in India

    • The Rann of Kachchh falls under high seismic zones in India.

    World Population Projections

    • The projected world population by 2100 is 11.2 billion.

    ENVIS Centres

    • The National Institute of Occupational Health (NIOH) in Ahmedabad is an ENVIS centre.
    • The Centre for Theoretical Studies (CTS) at the Indian Institute of Science in Bengaluru is an ENVIS centre.
    • The All India Institute of Medical Sciences in New Delhi is an ENVIS centre.
    • The Industrial Toxicology Research Centre (ITCR) in Lucknow is an ENVIS centre.

    Environmental Ethics

    • Ecocentrism believes that all organisms on Earth have values and rights.

    Inequities

    • Using English materials to communicate with non-English speaking communities is an example of procedural inequity.

    Studying That Suits You

    Use AI to generate personalized quizzes and flashcards to suit your learning preferences.

    Quiz Team

    Related Documents

    BEVAE-181 IGNOU December 2023 Past Paper PDF

    Description

    This quiz covers key concepts related to sustainable development, including the significance of forests in ecological systems and their roles in combating climate change. It also explores the Sustainable Development Goals and the impacts of deforestation. Test your knowledge on environmental transition and the importance of preserving our forests.

    More Like This

    Use Quizgecko on...
    Browser
    Open
    Browser
    Browser