Climate Change in India

Description: This quiz aims to assess your understanding of Climate Change in India, covering various aspects such as its causes, impacts, and potential solutions.
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Which of the following is a major cause of climate change in India?

  1. Deforestation

  2. Industrialization

  3. Agricultural practices

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Deforestation, industrialization, and agricultural practices all contribute to the release of greenhouse gases, which are the primary cause of climate change.

Which region in India is most vulnerable to the impacts of climate change?

  1. Himalayan Region

  2. Coastal Areas

  3. North-Eastern States

  4. Central India


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Himalayan Region is highly vulnerable to climate change due to its fragile ecosystem and the presence of glaciers that are rapidly melting.

What is the primary impact of climate change on agriculture in India?

  1. Increased crop yields

  2. Reduced water availability

  3. More frequent droughts

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Climate change is leading to reduced water availability, more frequent droughts, and changes in temperature patterns, all of which have negative impacts on agriculture in India.

Which of the following is a potential solution to mitigate climate change in India?

  1. Promoting renewable energy sources

  2. Improving energy efficiency

  3. Reforestation

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Promoting renewable energy sources, improving energy efficiency, and reforestation are all effective strategies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and mitigate climate change.

What is the name of the national mission launched by the Government of India to address climate change?

  1. National Mission for a Green India

  2. National Mission on Climate Change

  3. National Mission for Sustainable Agriculture

  4. National Mission on Clean Energy


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The National Mission on Climate Change was launched in 2008 to address climate change in India through various initiatives and programs.

Which of the following is a major impact of climate change on human health in India?

  1. Increased heat-related illnesses

  2. Spread of vector-borne diseases

  3. Respiratory problems due to air pollution

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Climate change is leading to increased heat-related illnesses, the spread of vector-borne diseases, and respiratory problems due to air pollution, all of which have negative impacts on human health in India.

What is the name of the international agreement that aims to limit global warming to well below 2 degrees Celsius?

  1. Kyoto Protocol

  2. Paris Agreement

  3. Montreal Protocol

  4. Copenhagen Accord


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Paris Agreement is an international agreement adopted in 2015 that aims to limit global warming to well below 2 degrees Celsius and to pursue efforts to limit it to 1.5 degrees Celsius.

Which of the following is a major impact of climate change on water resources in India?

  1. Increased water scarcity

  2. More frequent floods

  3. Changes in precipitation patterns

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Climate change is leading to increased water scarcity, more frequent floods, and changes in precipitation patterns, all of which have negative impacts on water resources in India.

What is the name of the national mission launched by the Government of India to promote energy efficiency?

  1. National Mission for Enhanced Energy Efficiency

  2. National Mission on Sustainable Agriculture

  3. National Mission on Clean Energy

  4. National Mission for a Green India


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The National Mission for Enhanced Energy Efficiency was launched in 2010 to promote energy efficiency in various sectors in India.

Which of the following is a major impact of climate change on forests in India?

  1. Increased forest fires

  2. Loss of biodiversity

  3. Changes in vegetation patterns

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Climate change is leading to increased forest fires, loss of biodiversity, and changes in vegetation patterns, all of which have negative impacts on forests in India.

What is the name of the international agreement that aims to reduce emissions of hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs)?

  1. Kyoto Protocol

  2. Montreal Protocol

  3. Paris Agreement

  4. Copenhagen Accord


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Montreal Protocol is an international agreement that aims to reduce emissions of hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs), which are potent greenhouse gases.

Which of the following is a major impact of climate change on coastal areas in India?

  1. Sea level rise

  2. Increased coastal erosion

  3. More frequent cyclones

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Climate change is leading to sea level rise, increased coastal erosion, and more frequent cyclones, all of which have negative impacts on coastal areas in India.

What is the name of the national mission launched by the Government of India to promote sustainable agriculture?

  1. National Mission on Sustainable Agriculture

  2. National Mission for a Green India

  3. National Mission on Clean Energy

  4. National Mission for Enhanced Energy Efficiency


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The National Mission on Sustainable Agriculture was launched in 2010 to promote sustainable agriculture practices in India.

Which of the following is a major impact of climate change on biodiversity in India?

  1. Loss of habitat

  2. Changes in species distribution

  3. Increased risk of extinction

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Climate change is leading to loss of habitat, changes in species distribution, and increased risk of extinction, all of which have negative impacts on biodiversity in India.

What is the name of the international agreement that aims to reduce emissions of greenhouse gases from deforestation and forest degradation?

  1. Kyoto Protocol

  2. Montreal Protocol

  3. Paris Agreement

  4. REDD+ Agreement


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The REDD+ Agreement is an international agreement that aims to reduce emissions of greenhouse gases from deforestation and forest degradation.

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