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Description: This quiz focuses on the impacts of climate change on human health in India. It covers various aspects such as the effects of rising temperatures, changing weather patterns, and increased air pollution on human health.
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How does climate change affect the spread of vector-borne diseases in India?

  1. It increases the population of vectors.

  2. It reduces the population of vectors.

  3. It has no effect on the population of vectors.

  4. It makes vectors more resistant to insecticides.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Climate change leads to warmer temperatures and increased rainfall, which creates favorable conditions for the breeding and survival of vectors such as mosquitoes and ticks. This results in an increase in the population of vectors and a higher risk of vector-borne diseases.

Which of the following is NOT a health impact of air pollution in India?

  1. Respiratory problems

  2. Cardiovascular diseases

  3. Cancer

  4. Improved cognitive function


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Air pollution has been linked to a number of health problems, including respiratory problems, cardiovascular diseases, and cancer. However, it has not been shown to improve cognitive function.

How does climate change affect the mental health of people in India?

  1. It increases the risk of mental health disorders.

  2. It decreases the risk of mental health disorders.

  3. It has no effect on mental health.

  4. It makes people more resilient to mental health disorders.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Climate change can lead to a number of stressors, such as extreme weather events, food insecurity, and displacement, which can increase the risk of mental health disorders such as depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder.

Which of the following is NOT a way to reduce the health impacts of climate change in India?

  1. Investing in renewable energy

  2. Improving energy efficiency

  3. Promoting sustainable agriculture

  4. Increasing the use of fossil fuels


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Increasing the use of fossil fuels will worsen climate change and its associated health impacts. Investing in renewable energy, improving energy efficiency, and promoting sustainable agriculture are all ways to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and mitigate the health impacts of climate change.

What is the primary cause of climate change?

  1. Natural variations in the Earth's climate

  2. Human activities that release greenhouse gases

  3. Volcanic eruptions

  4. Solar flares


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The primary cause of climate change is human activities that release greenhouse gases, such as carbon dioxide, methane, and nitrous oxide, into the atmosphere. These gases trap heat and cause the Earth's temperature to rise.

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