Question Bank: ENVIRONMENT AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT

What is the primary role of the environment in economic development?

Which of the following is a non-renewable resource?

What does the term 'absorptive capacity' refer to?

Which function of the environment helps in assimilating waste?

What happens when resource extraction exceeds regeneration rates?

What is a primary challenge of sustainable development in India?

Which of the following is NOT a function of the environment?

What is the relationship between environmental quality and economic growth?

Which of the following is a biotic component of the environment?

Why is it essential to achieve sustainable development?

Which statement best describes renewable resources?

What is one of the main consequences of over-extraction of non-renewable resources?

Which of the following contributes to the aesthetic function of the environment?

How does human activity disrupt the environmental balance?

What is the significance of biodiversity in economic development?

What does the term 'environment' encompass according to the chapter?

Which of the following is an example of a biotic component of the environment?

What type of resource can be used repeatedly without depletion?

What is meant by 'assimilation of waste' in environmental functions?

Which function of the environment is primarily affected by human activities like pollution?

Why is genetic diversity important to the environment?

What type of resources gets exhausted after extraction?

Human influence on the environment is often termed as which of the following?

In terms of environmental functions, what role do aesthetic services play?

What happens when demand on the environment exceeds its carrying capacity?

How do abiotic elements interact with biotic components in an ecosystem?

Why is it crucial to understand the functions of the environment in economic development?

Which of the following best describes the concept of carrying capacity in an environmental context?

What percentage of the world's total iron-ore reserves is India estimated to account for?

Which type of resource can be used continuously without depleting it?

Which of the following is NOT a major environmental issue identified in India?

What is the primary impact of developmental activities on India’s environment?

Which region in India is known for its fertile soil suitable for cotton cultivation?

What dual threats does India's environment currently face?

What primary function of the environment involves the breakdown of waste materials?

Which type of pollution is especially emphasized in urban areas of India?

What is a significant consequence of deforestation mentioned in the chapter?

What is indicated by poor land management practices in India?

Which of the following practices contributes to soil erosion in India?

Which movement aimed to protect forests by hugging trees in India?

Which mineral is NOT found in large deposits in India?

How do urban industrial activities primarily affect the environment?

What aspect of India’s environment poses a significant dichotomy according to the text?

How does the chapter suggest achieving 'sustainable development'?

What is the primary goal of sustainable development according to the Brundtland Commission?

Which of the following is classified as a non-conventional source of energy?

To achieve sustainable development, which practice is recommended for the extraction of renewable resources?

What is one significant advantage of using LPG in rural areas?

Which strategy emphasizes the need to limit human population for sustainable development?

What role does CNG play in urban transport systems, such as in Delhi?

Which of these is NOT a strategy for sustainable development?

The concept of 'carrying capacity' refers to what?

One goal of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) is to combat climate change. Which point highlights its significance?

How do gobar gas plants benefit the environment?

In sustainable development, which practice ensures minimal risk to future generations?

What is a common misconception about renewable energy sources?

Why is technological progress crucial for sustainable development?

What is a potential risk associated with solar energy systems?

What does sustainable development aim to balance?

Which of the following is a key principle of sustainable development?

The term 'carrying capacity' refers to which of the following?

Which of the following actions best promotes sustainable resource use?

What is a significant challenge to sustainable development in developing countries?

Which of the following actions can lead to environmental degradation?

Which statement about non-renewable resources is correct?

What is a common misconception about sustainable development?

How does the concept of 'sustainable cities' relate to sustainable development?

Why is water classified as an economic commodity?

Which practice is essential for achieving sustainable agriculture?

In what way does education contribute to sustainable development?

Which of the following best describes the role of government in sustainable development?

What challenge does climate change pose to sustainable development?

How can businesses contribute to sustainable development?

What is the primary goal of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)?

Which of the following actions contributes to the concept of a circular economy?

What is sustainable development primarily aimed at?

Which of the following is NOT a function of the environment?

What happens when resource extraction exceeds its regeneration?

Which two factors predominantly contribute to India's environmental crisis?

What is a major outcome of the green revolution's reliance on chemical pesticides?

Which of the following is an example of a renewable resource?

How do biopesticides contribute to sustainable agriculture?

What is a key principle of sustainable development?

Which animal is known for helping to control pest populations organically?

What is an effect of industrial pollution on human health?

What is the term used to describe the effective management of resources for current needs without compromising future use?

What is the relationship between population growth and environmental stress?

Which of the following practices promotes sustainability in farming?

Which strategy can help mitigate the environmental impact of agriculture?

Why is preserving biodiversity important for sustainable development?

Which of the following might represent overuse of resources?