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Question 1:

What strategy was employed by the Appiko movement to protect forests?

Using legal measures to restrict logging Organizing tree-hugging protests similar to Chipko Promoting industrial logging for economic gain Expanding agricultural activities in forested areas

Question 2:

What is one of the main objectives of the National Environment Policy (NEP) in India?

To promote industrial growth at the expense of environmental quality To integrate environmental considerations into development planning and management To reduce public involvement in environmental issues To increase subsidies for fossil fuels

Question 3:

Which of the following is a biodiversity hotspot in India?

Deccan Plateau Western Ghats Indo-Gangetic Plain Thar Desert

Question 4:

Which of the following is a major characteristic of a marine ecosystem?

High salinity Abundance of freshwater Predominantly herbivorous species Lack of producers

Question 5:

What is the primary source of solid waste in urban areas?

Industrial waste Agricultural waste Domestic waste Medical waste

Question 6:

The transfer of energy from one trophic level to the next is typically:

10% efficient 50% efficient 90% efficient 100% efficient

Question 7:

Which organization is commonly responsible for setting standards and regulations for safe drinking water?

World Health Organization (WHO) International Monetary Fund (IMF) United Nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)

Question 8:

Which of the following is a sustainable practice for managing forest resources?

Clear-cutting forests for timber Practicing selective logging Burning forests to clear land for agriculture Planting only non-native species

Question 9:

Which type of waste is primarily composed of kitchen scraps, yard waste, and paper products?

E-waste Hazardous waste Organic waste Construction debris

Question 10:

Which of the following is NOT a component of sustainability?

Environmental conservation Social inclusion Resource depletion Economic prosperity

Quiz: Environmental Studies