Environmental Education and Laws

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What is the primary goal of environmental education?

  1. To raise awareness about environmental issues.

  2. To teach people how to protect the environment.

  3. To promote sustainable living practices.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Environmental education aims to raise awareness about environmental issues, teach people how to protect the environment, and promote sustainable living practices.

Which Indian law is specifically designed to protect the environment?

  1. The Indian Penal Code

  2. The Environment Protection Act, 1986

  3. The Wildlife Protection Act, 1972

  4. The Forest Conservation Act, 1980


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Environment Protection Act, 1986 is the primary legislation in India that aims to protect the environment.

What is the main objective of the National Green Tribunal (NGT)?

  1. To resolve environmental disputes.

  2. To enforce environmental laws.

  3. To promote environmental education.

  4. To monitor environmental pollution.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The National Green Tribunal (NGT) is a specialized body established to resolve environmental disputes and enforce environmental laws.

Which of the following is NOT a type of environmental pollution?

  1. Air pollution

  2. Water pollution

  3. Noise pollution

  4. Light pollution


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Light pollution is not a type of environmental pollution. It is a form of artificial light that affects the natural darkness of the night sky.

What is the term used to describe the process of reducing the amount of waste produced?

  1. Recycling

  2. Composting

  3. Waste reduction

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Waste reduction encompasses recycling, composting, and other methods to reduce the amount of waste produced.

Which of the following is NOT a renewable source of energy?

  1. Solar energy

  2. Wind energy

  3. Hydropower

  4. Fossil fuels


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Fossil fuels, such as coal, oil, and natural gas, are non-renewable sources of energy.

What is the term used to describe the process of planting trees to restore forests?

  1. Reforestation

  2. Afforestation

  3. Deforestation

  4. Logging


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Reforestation is the process of planting trees to restore forests that have been damaged or destroyed.

Which of the following is NOT a greenhouse gas?

  1. Carbon dioxide

  2. Methane

  3. Oxygen

  4. Nitrous oxide


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Oxygen is not a greenhouse gas. Greenhouse gases are gases that trap heat in the Earth's atmosphere.

What is the term used to describe the process of converting waste into reusable materials?

  1. Recycling

  2. Composting

  3. Incineration

  4. Landfilling


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Recycling is the process of converting waste into reusable materials.

Which of the following is NOT a type of environmental impact assessment?

  1. Initial Environmental Impact Assessment (IEIA)

  2. Environmental Impact Statement (EIS)

  3. Strategic Environmental Assessment (SEA)

  4. Environmental Audit


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Environmental Audit is not a type of environmental impact assessment. It is a systematic review of an organization's environmental performance.

What is the term used to describe the process of reducing the amount of energy used?

  1. Energy conservation

  2. Energy efficiency

  3. Renewable energy

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Energy conservation, energy efficiency, and renewable energy are all methods to reduce the amount of energy used.

Which of the following is NOT a type of protected area in India?

  1. National Park

  2. Wildlife Sanctuary

  3. Biosphere Reserve

  4. Ramsar Site


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Ramsar Site is not a type of protected area in India. It is a wetland of international importance designated under the Ramsar Convention.

What is the term used to describe the process of reducing the amount of water used?

  1. Water conservation

  2. Water efficiency

  3. Water recycling

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Water conservation, water efficiency, and water recycling are all methods to reduce the amount of water used.

Which of the following is NOT a type of environmental certification?

  1. ISO 14001

  2. EMAS

  3. Green Seal

  4. Energy Star


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Energy Star is not a type of environmental certification. It is a program that recognizes energy-efficient products and buildings.

What is the term used to describe the process of reducing the amount of greenhouse gases emitted into the atmosphere?

  1. Carbon footprint reduction

  2. Climate change mitigation

  3. Greenhouse gas reduction

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Carbon footprint reduction, climate change mitigation, and greenhouse gas reduction are all methods to reduce the amount of greenhouse gases emitted into the atmosphere.

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