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Environmental Conservation and Sustainability in India: A Quiz on Challenges and Opportunities

Description: Environmental Conservation and Sustainability in India: A Quiz on Challenges and Opportunities
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Which of the following is NOT a major environmental challenge facing India?

  1. Air pollution

  2. Water pollution

  3. Deforestation

  4. Climate change

  5. Biodiversity loss


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Climate change is a global issue, not specific to India.

What is the primary cause of air pollution in India?

  1. Industrial emissions

  2. Vehicle emissions

  3. Agricultural burning

  4. Construction activities

  5. All of the above


Correct Option: E
Explanation:

Air pollution in India is caused by a combination of factors, including industrial emissions, vehicle emissions, agricultural burning, and construction activities.

Which of the following is NOT a major source of water pollution in India?

  1. Industrial wastewater

  2. Municipal sewage

  3. Agricultural runoff

  4. Deforestation

  5. Mining activities


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Deforestation is a major cause of environmental degradation, but it is not a direct source of water pollution.

What is the leading cause of deforestation in India?

  1. Logging

  2. Agriculture

  3. Mining

  4. Urbanization

  5. All of the above


Correct Option: E
Explanation:

Deforestation in India is caused by a combination of factors, including logging, agriculture, mining, and urbanization.

Which of the following is NOT a major biodiversity hotspot in India?

  1. Western Ghats

  2. Eastern Himalayas

  3. Andaman and Nicobar Islands

  4. Sundarbans

  5. Gangetic Plain


Correct Option: E
Explanation:

The Gangetic Plain is not a major biodiversity hotspot in India.

What is the primary goal of sustainable development?

  1. To meet the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs

  2. To maximize economic growth

  3. To protect the environment at all costs

  4. To promote social justice

  5. All of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sustainable development is a holistic approach to development that seeks to balance economic, environmental, and social objectives.

Which of the following is NOT a key principle of sustainable development?

  1. Intergenerational equity

  2. Intragenerational equity

  3. Economic efficiency

  4. Environmental protection

  5. Social justice


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Economic efficiency is not a key principle of sustainable development, although it is an important consideration.

What is the primary challenge to achieving sustainable development in India?

  1. Poverty

  2. Population growth

  3. Resource scarcity

  4. Climate change

  5. All of the above


Correct Option: E
Explanation:

Achieving sustainable development in India is a complex challenge that requires addressing a range of interconnected issues, including poverty, population growth, resource scarcity, and climate change.

Which of the following is NOT a key strategy for promoting sustainable development in India?

  1. Investing in renewable energy

  2. Improving energy efficiency

  3. Promoting sustainable agriculture

  4. Protecting forests

  5. Encouraging population growth


Correct Option: E
Explanation:

Encouraging population growth is not a key strategy for promoting sustainable development, as it can lead to increased pressure on resources and the environment.

What is the role of individuals in promoting sustainable development?

  1. Reducing their carbon footprint

  2. Conserving water and energy

  3. Recycling and composting

  4. Buying sustainable products

  5. All of the above


Correct Option: E
Explanation:

Individuals can play a significant role in promoting sustainable development by taking actions to reduce their environmental impact and support sustainable businesses.

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