Environmental Science: Theory into Practice – II — DU Ability Enhancement Courses Previous Year Question Papers

1. (a) State whether true or false : (5x1=5) (i) Forest (Conservation) Act was enacted in India in the year 1950. (ii) Environmental protection has no role in the religious beliefs of the Bishnoi community. (iii) Endemic species are more vulnerable to extinction due to their restricted distribution. (iv) The adoption of CNG in Delhi contributed to improved urban air quality. (v) Under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986, State Governments are solely responsible for implementing and enforcement of the Act. (b) Fill in the blanks : (5x1=5) (i) A region must have at least - endemic vascular plant species to qualify as a biodiversity hotspot. (i) Resettlement refers to the relocation of people from one place to another due to (1Il) The - - movement is regarded as an important movement for forest and environmental conservation in the Himalayan region. (iv) Human encroachment into forest areas increases the chances of conflict. (v) The Nagoya Protocol is associated with the fair and equitable sharing of benefits arising from the use of _ resources. (a) Greenhouse gases and Ozone Depleting Substances (b) Sacred grove and Wildlife sanctuary (c) Acid Rain and Artificial Rain (a) Project Tiger (b) Ramsar convention (c) National Green Corps (NGC) "Eco-club" programme 4. To what extent have environmental policies and laws in India contributed to the protection of biodiversity and natural resources? Substantiate with examples. (10) 5. Analyse the role of environmental communication in educating the public. What methods can be used to spread awareness, and why is such awareness essential?