Environmental Education and Sustainability (314301) Unit 5 Set 1

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Unit – V Environmental legislation and sustainable practices

5.1 Article (48-A) and (51-A (g)) of Indian Constitution regarding environment, Environmental protection and prevention acts
5.2 Public awareness about environment. Need of public awareness and individuals’ participation. Role of NGOs
5.3 Green technologies like solar desalination, green architecture, vertical farming and hydroponics, electric vehicles, plant-based packaging
5.4 Role of information technology in environment protection and human health

SET 1

QUIZ START

#1. What is the focus of Article 48-A of the Indian Constitution?

a) Protection of forests

b) Promotion of sustainable agriculture

c) Protection and improvement of the environment

d) Control of air and water pollution

#2. Which article of the Indian Constitution envisions the protection and improvement of the environment as a fundamental duty?

a) Article 48-A

b) Article 51-A (g)

c) Article 21

d) Article 14

#3. When was Article 48-A included in the Indian Constitution?

a) 1947

b) 1976

c) 1986

d) 1991

#4. Which amendment to the Indian Constitution introduced Article 48-A?

a) 42nd Amendment

b) 44th Amendment

c) 52nd Amendment

d) 73rd Amendment

#5. Which of the following duties is included under Article 51-A (g) of the Indian Constitution?

a) To safeguard public health

b) To promote the welfare of children

c) To protect and improve the environment

d) To ensure economic equality

#6. Which of the following is a directive principle of state policy under Article 48-A?

a) The state shall endeavor to provide adequate food for all

b) The state shall protect and improve the environment

c) The state shall provide free education for all

d) The state shall ensure health care for all citizens

#7. What is the significance of Article 51-A (g) in terms of environmental protection?

a) It makes environmental protection a fundamental duty of every citizen

b) It allows the government to pass environmental laws

c) It focuses on the protection of wildlife only

d) It regulates industrial emissions

#8. Which of the following is a primary environmental protection law enacted under the Indian Constitution?

a) Wildlife Protection Act, 1972

b) Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981

c) Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974

d) All of the above

#9. What is the objective of the Environment Protection Act 1986?

a) To promote renewable energy sources

b) To control and reduce pollution

c) To regulate forests and wildlife

d) To provide compensation for environmental damage

#10. Which of the following is the main purpose of Article 48-A of the Indian Constitution?

a) To promote education for all

b) To regulate industrial development

c) To protect and preserve the environment

d) To control food security

#11. What does Article 51-A (g) of the Constitution emphasize on?

a) Protection of religious rights

b) Promotion of scientific research

c) Protection and improvement of the environment

d) Ensuring equal rights for all citizens

#12. Which of the following is a legal outcome of the directive principles outlined in Article 48-A?

a) Creation of the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB)

b) Declaration of protected areas for wildlife

c) Setting air quality standards

d) All of the above

#13. Which environmental law is directly related to the concept of “environmental impact assessment”?

a) Environment Protection Act, 1986

b) Forest Conservation Act, 1980

c) Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981

d) Wildlife Protection Act, 1972

#14. Under which constitutional provision are citizens encouraged to protect and improve the environment?

a) Article 48-A

b) Article 51-A (g)

c) Article 21

d) Article 14

#15. Which of the following environmental Acts is designed to regulate pollution in water bodies?

a) Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974

b) Forest (Conservation) Act, 1980

c) Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981

d) Environmental Protection Act, 1986

#16. Which ministry in India is responsible for implementing environmental protection laws under the Constitution?

a) Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change

b) Ministry of Finance

c) Ministry of Agriculture

d) Ministry of Health and Family Welfare

#17. What is the aim of the Forest Conservation Act 1980?

a) To regulate air pollution

b) To conserve forests and prevent deforestation

c) To regulate wildlife protection

d) To conserve water resources

#18. Which constitutional article promotes the “right to a healthy environment” through directives for environmental protection?

a) Article 48-A

b) Article 51-A (g)

c) Article 21

d) Article 19

#19. What is the role of the National Green Tribunal (NGT) in India?

a) To enforce environmental regulations

b) To provide a forum for environmental disputes

c) To manage national parks and wildlife sanctuaries

d) To regulate industrial waste disposal

#20. Which of the following acts is aimed at protecting wildlife in India?

a) Wildlife Protection Act, 1972

b) Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974

c) Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981

d) Environmental Protection Act, 1986

#21. What is the main objective of public awareness programs on the environment?

a) To encourage industrial growth

b) To promote sustainable development and environmental protection

c) To control economic growth

d) To reduce the use of natural resources

#22. Which of the following is a major reason for raising public awareness about the environment?

a) To increase the production of consumer goods

b) To reduce environmental degradation caused by human activities

c) To promote global trade

d) To limit technological innovations

#23. Which of the following actions is an example of individual participation in environmental protection?

a) Organizing a tree plantation drive

b) Supporting industrial pollution

c) Ignoring waste management

d) Promoting deforestation

#24. Why is it important for individuals to participate in environmental protection?

a) To boost personal income

b) To help in reducing environmental pollution

c) To gain political power

d) To improve industrial productivity

#25. Which of the following is the most effective way to raise public awareness about environmental issues?

a) Television and radio advertisements

b) Social media campaigns

c) Educational programs and workshops

d) All of the above

#26. What role do Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) play in environmental awareness?

a) They ignore environmental issues

b) They support government policies only

c) They organize awareness campaigns, advocacy, and environmental protection activities

d) They are responsible for enforcing laws

#27. Which of the following is an example of an environmental NGO initiative?

a) Promoting industrial growth without regulations

b) Organizing beach clean-up drives

c) Encouraging deforestation

d) Reducing waste management programs

#28. What is the need for public awareness regarding climate change?

a) To ignore its effects

b) To encourage government action and global cooperation

c) To promote economic loss

d) To increase carbon emissions

#29. Which of the following is a major cause of environmental problems that public awareness can help address?

a) Overconsumption of resources

b) Effective waste management

c) Promoting renewable energy

d) Promoting green spaces

#30. What is the role of social media in public environmental awareness?

a) Spreading misinformation

b) Raising awareness and mobilizing people for environmental causes

c) Limiting participation in environmental activities

d) Discouraging environmental conservation

#31. How can individuals contribute to environmental protection?

a) By reducing their carbon footprint

b) By participating in awareness campaigns

c) By adopting sustainable practices like recycling and conservation

d) All of the above

#32. What is the primary function of NGOs in environmental issues?

a) To enforce government regulations

b) To provide financial aid to industries

c) To create awareness and advocate for environmental protection

d) To manage industrial waste

#33. Which of the following is an example of public participation in waste management?

a) Reducing, reusing, and recycling waste

b) Ignoring waste disposal regulations

c) Increasing the use of single-use plastics

d) Encouraging landfill dumping

#34. Which is a key factor in the success of environmental awareness programs?

a) Ignoring local communities

b) The participation of government, individuals, and NGOs

c) Focusing only on the government

d) Limiting awareness campaigns to urban areas

#35. What is the role of environmental education in raising public awareness?

a) Educating individuals on how to exploit resources

b) Teaching the importance of conservation and sustainable practices

c) Promoting industrial growth without regulations

d) Ignoring environmental degradation

#36. Which of the following is a major environmental issue that requires public awareness?

Overfishing

Air pollution

Deforestation

All of the above

#37. What impact can public awareness campaigns have on policy-making?

They can decrease government involvement in environmental issues

They can lead to stronger environmental policies and regulations

They can reduce people's involvement in environmental issues

They can discourage corporate responsibility

#38. How can individuals reduce their environmental impact?

By using non-renewable resources excessively

By adopting eco-friendly practices such as using public transportation

By increasing industrial emissions

By ignoring waste segregation

#39. Why is it essential for NGOs to collaborate with government agencies on environmental issues?

To create awareness and ensure enforcement of laws

To ignore environmental concerns

To restrict individual participation in environmental protection

To promote unsustainable practices

#40. What is the purpose of ‘Earth Day,’ which is widely promoted by NGOs and global organizations?

To celebrate industrial achievements

To raise awareness about environmental protection and sustainable practices

To encourage deforestation

To promote the use of plastic

#41. What is the main purpose of solar desalination?

To produce electricity

To convert seawater into drinkable water

To generate solar energy

To purify air

#42. Which renewable energy source is primarily used in solar desalination?

Wind

Biomass

Solar energy

Geothermal energy

#43. What is the advantage of solar desalination over conventional desalination methods?

It uses non-renewable energy

It is costlier than conventional methods

It is environmentally friendly and uses renewable energy

It requires large-scale infrastructure

#44. Which of the following is a method of solar desalination?

Reverse Osmosis

Multi-Stage Flash Distillation

Solar Still

All of the above

#45. Solar desalination is most suitable for which of the following areas?

Urban areas with freshwater resources

Coastal regions with abundant sunlight

Inland areas with freshwater lakes

Forest regions with abundant rainfall

#46. What is the primary goal of green architecture?

To reduce the cost of construction

To minimize environmental impact and promote sustainability

To increase the height of buildings

To increase the energy consumption of buildings

#47. Which of the following is a key feature of green architecture?

High energy consumption

Use of non-renewable materials

Energy efficiency and sustainable building materials

Larger carbon footprint

#48. Which of the following materials is commonly used in green architecture?

Concrete and steel

Sustainable materials like bamboo and recycled metal

Plastic

Asphalt

#49. What is the main advantage of using natural light in green architecture?

It reduces the need for artificial lighting saving energy

It increases energy consumption

It provides aesthetic value but no energy savings

It reduces the size of the building

#50. What is the purpose of rainwater harvesting in green buildings?

To reduce water wastage and use water efficiently

To increase electricity consumption

To store water for industrial use

To decorate the building

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Unit – V Environmental legislation and sustainable practices

SET 1

#1. What is the focus of Article 48-A of the Indian Constitution?

#2. Which article of the Indian Constitution envisions the protection and improvement of the environment as a fundamental duty?

#3. When was Article 48-A included in the Indian Constitution?

#4. Which amendment to the Indian Constitution introduced Article 48-A?

#5. Which of the following duties is included under Article 51-A (g) of the Indian Constitution?

#6. Which of the following is a directive principle of state policy under Article 48-A?

#7. What is the significance of Article 51-A (g) in terms of environmental protection?

#8. Which of the following is a primary environmental protection law enacted under the Indian Constitution?

#9. What is the objective of the Environment Protection Act 1986?

#10. Which of the following is the main purpose of Article 48-A of the Indian Constitution?

#11. What does Article 51-A (g) of the Constitution emphasize on?

#12. Which of the following is a legal outcome of the directive principles outlined in Article 48-A?

#13. Which environmental law is directly related to the concept of “environmental impact assessment”?

#14. Under which constitutional provision are citizens encouraged to protect and improve the environment?

#15. Which of the following environmental Acts is designed to regulate pollution in water bodies?

#16. Which ministry in India is responsible for implementing environmental protection laws under the Constitution?

#17. What is the aim of the Forest Conservation Act 1980?

#18. Which constitutional article promotes the “right to a healthy environment” through directives for environmental protection?

#19. What is the role of the National Green Tribunal (NGT) in India?

#20. Which of the following acts is aimed at protecting wildlife in India?

#21. What is the main objective of public awareness programs on the environment?

#22. Which of the following is a major reason for raising public awareness about the environment?

#23. Which of the following actions is an example of individual participation in environmental protection?

#24. Why is it important for individuals to participate in environmental protection?

#25. Which of the following is the most effective way to raise public awareness about environmental issues?

#26. What role do Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) play in environmental awareness?

#27. Which of the following is an example of an environmental NGO initiative?

#28. What is the need for public awareness regarding climate change?

#29. Which of the following is a major cause of environmental problems that public awareness can help address?

#30. What is the role of social media in public environmental awareness?

#31. How can individuals contribute to environmental protection?

#32. What is the primary function of NGOs in environmental issues?

#33. Which of the following is an example of public participation in waste management?

#34. Which is a key factor in the success of environmental awareness programs?

#35. What is the role of environmental education in raising public awareness?

#36. Which of the following is a major environmental issue that requires public awareness?

#37. What impact can public awareness campaigns have on policy-making?

#38. How can individuals reduce their environmental impact?

#39. Why is it essential for NGOs to collaborate with government agencies on environmental issues?

#40. What is the purpose of ‘Earth Day,’ which is widely promoted by NGOs and global organizations?

#41. What is the main purpose of solar desalination?

#42. Which renewable energy source is primarily used in solar desalination?

#43. What is the advantage of solar desalination over conventional desalination methods?

#44. Which of the following is a method of solar desalination?

#45. Solar desalination is most suitable for which of the following areas?

#46. What is the primary goal of green architecture?

#47. Which of the following is a key feature of green architecture?

#48. Which of the following materials is commonly used in green architecture?

#49. What is the main advantage of using natural light in green architecture?

#50. What is the purpose of rainwater harvesting in green buildings?

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