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Photochemical smog is generated

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Photochemical smog is generated by the combination of smoke and fog.

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Photochemical smog is

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*Photochemical smog is a secondary air pollutant and generally formed in traffi c congested metropolitan cities where warm conditions and intense solar radiation are presen

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Catalytic Converter

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The equipment named Catalytic Converter is used for conversion of NOx, CO and unburnt hydrocarbons released from vehicles, into non-harmful molecules.

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Domestic air pollution.

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Air pollution caused due to domestic activities is known as Domestic air pollution.

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Most signifi cant pollutant of indoor air pollution is

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Radon

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Radon

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Radon is a colourless, odourless radioactive noble gas. *Radongas is released from Radium.

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Due to the presence of radon gas there is a probability o

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Due to the presence of radon gas there is a probability of lung cancer and blood cancer in human beings.

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Acid rain is

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like sulphur dioxide and nitrogen oxides are released into the ai

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Acid rain i

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like sulphur dioxide and nitrogen oxides are released into the air.

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When these pollutants fall on the surface with rain, it is termed acid rain.*Normally the pH value of acid rain is less than 5.6. N

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It is noteworthy that SO2

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is also known as Cracking gas because if it is continuously fl own on a stone, the stone gets mangled.

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SO2 gas excreted from

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SO2 gas excreted from Mathura Oil Refi nery is responsible for the corrosion of Taj Mahal of Agra.

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the most aff ected country from Acid Rain

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Norway

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Acid rain also occurs in

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Acid rain also occurs in Canada and other Scandinavian Countries which is extremely harmful there

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Acid Rain Information Centre

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*It is noteworthy that the Acid Rain Information Centre (ARIC) is situated in Manchester, England.

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N2 and their oxides.

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Volcanic eruption, biological decay and lightning strikes

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Eutrophication

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When both organic and inorganic nutrients become excess in water then this phenomenon is called Eutrophication.

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algal bloom.

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Eutrophication leads to algal bloom. In this process on the surface of water body gets covered by blue-green algae along with a number of plants.

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Biological Oxygen Demand is

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BOD: Biological Oxygen Demand is the main unit of measurement of water pollution

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Biological Oxygen Demand (B.O.D.)

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As a result, the level of dissolved oxygen (DO) also decreases. Therefore, the demand for O2is directly related to the amount of increased waste. This demand is called Biological Oxygen Demand (B.O.D.

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called highly polluted water.

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When this level goes below 4.0 mgL–1 then that water is called highly polluted water.

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highest level of BOD in

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The highest level of BOD in the Ganga river is found between Kanpur and Allahabad.

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Arsenic

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Arsenic in the state of the compound, is found at many places on the earth

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Black Foot disease.

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The continuous contact with Arsenic leads to in Black Foot disease.

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aff ected by Arsenic pollution

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India and plains of Padma-Meghna of Bangladesh is mostly aff ected by Arsenic pollution.

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Biological Desert’ i

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Damodar river has become the most polluted river of the country as it fl ows through the coal mines and industrial areas. It has become ‘Biological Desert’ in 300 km. long way between Giridih and Durgapur.

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Deadly chemicals like

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like Arsenic, Fluoride and Uranium have been found in groundwater.

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Knock-knee syndrome

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Knock-knee syndrome” is produced by the pollution of Fluoride.

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Knock-knee’ syndrome.

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High Fluoride storage is the only cause of bending of the feet, which is called ‘Knock-knee’ syndrome.

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Ocean acidifi cation

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Ocean acidifi cation is the ongoing decrease in the PH value of the earth’s oceans, caused by the intake of carbon dioxide from the atmosphere.

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Unit of sound is

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Decibel

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32
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Noise of Jet Engine
120 dB
Landing of Jet Plane 150 dB
Rocket Engine 180 dB

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33
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green mu൷ er

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green mu൷ er is a control measure for noise pollution by planting green plants.

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Soil Pollution

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Inorganic materials like phosphate and nitrate dissolve in thewater ecological system.This increases Eutrophication in hydroecological system.Nitrate pollutes the drinking water as well.

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Plastic bag is a

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Plastic bag is a thermoplastic which is obtained by polymerisation of ethylene.

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On April, 1986, a

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On April, 1986, a nuclear accident took place at a place named Chernobyl in Ukraine

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37
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Bhopal Gas Tragedy

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3 December, 1984

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38
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Bio-Remediation’

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Bio-remediation is used in cleaning surface and groundwater and soil, etc.

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bio-remediation

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The process of expulsion of toxic pollutants from the environment by using micro-organism is called bio-remediatio

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Genetic engineering

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Genetic engineering can be used to create microorganisms specially designed for bio-remediation, for example, superbug Pseudomonas putida

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41
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European Emission Standards.

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At present nitrogen oxides (NOx), total hydrocarbon (THC), carbon monoxide (CO) and particulate matter (PM) related to emission are regulated under European Emission Standards.

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Euro Standards.

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European Union laid down emission standards, which is known as Euro Standards.

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43
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Automobiles use

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Automobiles use lead as an anti knocking agent.

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44
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Lead

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Lead when released in the air with exhaust are most toxic.

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45
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Cadmium works as r

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Cadmium works as respiratory poison.

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Excess of cadmium in drinking water leads to

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Excess of cadmium in drinking water leads to Itai Itai or ouch-ouch disease. It leads to severe pain in bones and joints.

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Mercury

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Mercury (Hg) leads to Minamata disease. An amalgam of Mercury present in wastewater gets converted into toxic matter (methyl mercury).

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Fluoride pollution is responsible for

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Knock-Knee-Syndrome’.

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49
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air (prevention and control of pollution) Act,

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1981

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50
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Asbestos

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Asbestos is poisonous material whose dust could cause lung cancer.

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51
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Mercury aff ects

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human stomach.

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52
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all four major pollutants are from steel industries in India.

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Carbon mono Oxide, Oxides of sulphur, Nitrogen Oxide and Carbon dioxide (CO2) all four major pollutants are from steel industries in India.

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53
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Aflatoxins

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are poisonous and cancer-causing chemicals produced by certain molds which grow in soil, decaying vegetation and grain

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Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs

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Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs) are organic compounds that are resistant to environmental degradation

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55
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La-Nino

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La-Nino represents periods of below-average sea surface temperatures across the east-central equatorial pacifi c.

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Which of the following is produced during the formation of photochemical smog?

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Nitrogen Oxides

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Photochemical smog is a resultant of the reaction among.

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NO2, O3 and peroxyacetyl nitrate in the presence of sunlight

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58
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Smog is essentially

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Oxide of nitrogen and sulphur

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59
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Which of the following is the reason behind the maximum noise pollution?

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Jet Flight

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60
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During normal conditions, the gas which pollutes the atmosphere i

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Carbon Monoxide (CO)

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Which one of the following is not a secondary pollutant?

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PAN (Peroxyacetyl Nitrate), Ozone and Smog are secondary pollutants because these are formed after reaction of primary pollutants with atmosphere. While oxide of sulphur (mainly sulphur dioxide), an oxide of nitrogen, carbon monoxide are primary pollutants as these directly spread in the air and pollute the atmosphere.

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Which among the following is the secondary pollutant

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Smog

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63
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Colourless gas coming out from motor vehicle and cigarette due to incomplete combustion is

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Carbon monoxide

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64
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Which one of the following air pollutants can aff ect blood- stream leading to death?

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Carbon monoxideU.P.P.C.S.(Pre) 2

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65
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Combustion of petrol in automobiles pollutes the air by producing the following metal.

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Lead

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66
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Which of the following air pollutants get dissolved in the haemoglobin of the blood more rapidly than

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The molecular weight of carbon monoxide is similar to that of air. It mixes freely with air in any proportion. Carbon monoxide is not detectable by humans either by taste or smell. In the human body, it reacts with haemoglobin to form carboxyhemoglobin (COHb).

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67
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Which of the following air pollutants is most dangerous?

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Carbon monoxide

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68
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Indiscriminate use of fertilizers has led to :

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Soil Pollution(b) Water pollution(c) Air pollution(d) All of the above

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69
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The highest chemical pollution is caused by the industrial e൷ uents of

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Leather industry

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70
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The component(s) of acid rain is/ar

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HNO3 (b) H2SO4

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Which of the following, when dissolved in rainwater turns rainwater acidic (acid rain

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Oxide of Sulphur

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72
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Acid rain is caused by

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Industries

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73
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Which one of the following is an air pollutant gas and is released by burning fossil fuel?

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Sulphur dioxide is an air pollutant gas and is released by burning fossil fuel.

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74
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Fly ash pollution is caused by

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Thermal power plant

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75
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Bhopal Gas Tragedy (leakage of methyl isocyanate 36. Which one of the following is an air pollutant gas and is released by burning fossil fuel?‘MIC’) accident happened on –

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December 3, 1984

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76
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Polythene

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Polythene is made up of molecules of carbon and hydrogen. It is a polymer of ethylene (C2H4). It is non-biodegradable. This is the reason why polythene bags cannot be destroyed

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Which one of the following is biodegradable?

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A substance capable of being decomposed by bacteria or other living organism and thereby avoiding pollution is called biodegradable. Among the given options, rubber is biodegradable

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78
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Which of the following takes maximum time to decay

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) Plastic bag

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79
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Bioindicators

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Bioindicators are living organisms that respond in a specially clear way to a change in the environment. The hardy lichens areuseful bioindicators for air pollution, especially sulphur dioxide pollution since they derive their water and essential nutrientsmainly from the atmosphere rather than from the soil.

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80
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Which one of the following is the well known example of bioindicator of air pollution?

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Lichens

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81
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Biological Oxygen Demand (BOD) is an indication of pollution in :

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Aquatic environment

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82
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The water pollution in a river is determined by measuring the dissolved amount of

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Oxygen

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83
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With reference to Eutrophication, which of the following statements is/are correct?1. It is a phenomenon of nutrient enrichment of a water body.2. It depletes dissolved oxygen of the water.Select the correct answer using codes given below :Codes :(a) 1 only(b) 2 only(c) Both 1 and 2(d) Neither 1 nor 2

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c) Both 1 and 2

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84
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BOD is maximum in the Ganga river between

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Allahabad and Patna

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85
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Sulphur dioxide is an

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Sulphur dioxide is an air pollutant. When it rises very high into the atmosphere, it reacts with water, oxygen and other chemicals to form more acidic pollutants. Rain with such harmful pollutants is known as acid rain.

86
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The problem of water pollution with Arsenic is maximum i

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West Bengal

87
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Which of the following is a biodegradable pollutant?

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Sewage is a biodegradable pollutant. Rest are nonbiodegradable substances.

88
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The most toxic metal pollutant of automobile exhaust is

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Automobiles use lead as an anti-knocking agent. Lead when released in the air with exhaust are most toxic. Lead aff ects the nervous system, brain and digestive system of the human body.

89
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The most polluted city of India is

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Ankleshwar

90
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Which of the following rivers is called ‘biological desert’ on account of its pollutants?

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Damodar

91
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Which of the following is used as an adulterant of a mustard seed

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Argimon seed is usually mixed with mustard seed as an adulterant. It is a form of poppy found in Mexico. Mixing of this in mustard oil could yield an epidemic called dropsy

92
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Which one of the following is known for cleaning a polluted environment?

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Rain can wash out particles from the air. Washing works much better on larger particles (above 10 microns or above 2.5 microns) than small particles. Rains also help by making dust particles stick to the ground

93
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The most important indoor air pollutant is –

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Radon gas

94
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Cigarette smoke contains –

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Cigarette smoke contains complex compounds like carbon monoxide, hydrogen cyanide, arsenic, formaldehyde and benzene etc. It also contains nicotine in minute quantity.

95
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Asbestos Dust B. Lead C. Mercury D. Carbon Monoxide

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Asbestos is a poisonous material whose dust could cause lung cancer. Lead aff ects the nervous system and brain of the human body. Mercury aff ects the human stomach, Carbon monoxide displaces the oxygen in the human bloodstream and lead to poisoning

96
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Carbon monoxide Oxides of Nitrogen Soil Particles Lead

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Damage to liver and kidneyCancerAilments related to breathingCentral nervous system

97
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Which of the following are some important pollutants released by the steel industry in India?1. Oxides of sulphur2. Oxides of nitrogen3. Carbon monoxide4. Carbon dioxide

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d) 1, 2, 3 and 4

98
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suff er from the acidrains

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Among the countries given in the options, Canada and Norway suff er most from acid rain. Notably, Sulphur dioxide and nitrogen oxide emitted by factories in the U.K. and Germany aff ect Norway and Sweden through acid rain.

99
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Acid Rain Photochemical Smog
Combination with Haemoglobin
Depletion of Ozone layer

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Sulphur dioxide
Unsaturated Hydrocarbons
Combination with Haemoglobin Depletion of Ozone layer Carbon MonoxideChlorofl uoro Carbon

100
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Which one of the following is not an instrumental device to check air pollution?

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The cyclone divider is not used to check air pollution. Filter bags are used to fi lter pollutant particles of less than 50 micrometer size. Cyclone separator or cyclone collector is used to fi lter particles of more than 50 micrometer size.

101
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Which of the following statements about Radioactive International Maritime Organization is a specialized agency of the United Nations. It is global standard-setting authority for the safety, security and environmental performance of international shipping. Its main role is to create a regulatoryframework for the shipping industry that is universally adopted and implemented. Its headquarters is in London. pollution are correct?1. It causes a hereditary change in the animals.2. It causes disbalance among diff erent minerals in the soil.3. It hinders blood circulation.4. It causes carcinogenesis.

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Radioactive pollution causes hereditary changes in the all living organism. It hinders blood circulation and causes carcinogenesis. It does not cause disbalance among diff erent minerals in the soil. Hence (c) is the correct answer.

102
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headquarter of International Maritime Organization is located in :

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International Maritime Organization is a specialized agency of the United Nations. It is global standard-setting authority for the safety, security and environmental performance of international shipping. Its main role is to create a regulatoryframework for the shipping industry that is universally adopted and implemented. Its headquarters is in London.

103
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Knock-Knee Syndrome” is caused by the pollution of

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Fluoride

104
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Which pollution is responsible for ‘Knock-KneeSyndrome”?

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Fluoride pollution is responsible for ‘Knock-Knee Syndrome’. Fluoride has an affi nity for calcium and gets accumulated in bones resulting pain in bones and joints and outward bending of legs from the knees.

105
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Euro emission norms are emission standards and these represent a package setting limits for emission from a vehicle. Which of the following gases is covered under this?

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) Carbon monoxide (c) Lead (b) Hydrocarbons(d) All of the above

106
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To meet Euro-II emission standards, what should be the sulphur content in the ultra-low sulphur diesel?

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0.05 per cent or less than this

107
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Euro Norms place limits on the amount of emission of gas in automobiles. The gas is:

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Euro Emission standard is pollution regulation applicable to all automobiles in Europe. Euro norms place a limit on the amount of emission of oxides of nitrogen, carbon monoxide, all hydrocarbons and suspended particulate matter.

108
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In the cities of our country, which among the following atmospheric gases are normally considered in calculating the value of Air Quality Index?1. Carbon dioxide2. Carbon monoxide3. Nitrogen dioxide4. Sulfur dioxide5. Methane

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(b) 2, 3 and 4 only

109
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National Clean Air Programme has been launched by the Central Government in the year :

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National Clean Air Programme was launched by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change in January 2019. Its aim is to tackle the air pollution problem across thecountry in a comprehensive manner with targets to achieve 20-30% reduction in Particulate Matter (PM 10 & PM 2.5) concentrations by 2024 keeping 2017 as the base year.

110
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Which megacity of India generates the largest solid waste per capita annually

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According to the latest data of CPCB (Central Polluation Control Board) Mumbai is the largest producer of solid waste. While during the 2009-10 Delhi was the largest producer of solid waste.

111
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What is the importance of crop rotation in the farming

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crop rotation plays an important role to manage soil fertility, reduces erosion, improves soil’s health and increases nutrients available for crops. It is also benefi cial for improving crop yields and the work ability of the soil.

112
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The ‘World Water Day’ is celebrated on:

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World Water Day is an annual event celebrated on March 22. The day focuses attention on the importance of fresh water and advocates for the sustainable management of freshwater resources. The theme of World Water Day 2019 was “leaving no one behind”. The theme of World Water Day, 2022 is Groundwater : making the invisible visible.

113
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Biotic resources

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Biotic resources are obtained from the living and organic material such as forests and animals and the materials that can be obtained from them. Fossil fuels such as coal and petroleum are also included in this category because they are formed from decayed organic matter.

114
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which of the following years was constituted the ‘Central Ganga Authority’ by Government of India?

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The ‘Central Ganga Authority’ was constituted in February, 1985 under the aegis of former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi. In September, 1995 its name was changed to “National River Conservation Authorit

115
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When was the ‘Central Ganga Authority’ established in India?

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1985

116
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Who among the following environmentalists is known by the name of ‘Jal Purush’?

A

Rajendra Singh

117
Q

Which one of the following gases is used for the purifi cation of drinking water?

A

Chlorine is used for the purifi cation of drinking water.

118
Q

Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Cess was enforced in

A

The Water cess Act was enacted in 1977. But it was enforced in 1978.

119
Q

The arsenic contamination of drinking water is highes

A

The arsenic contamination of drinking water is highest in Kolkata, West Bengal.

120
Q

Which of the following is/are used as a disinfectant of water?

A

Ozone(b) Chlorine dioxide(c) Chloramine(d) All of the abov

121
Q

Greenwash refers to

A

Greenwashing is the practice of making an unsubstantiated or misleading claim about the environmental benefit of a product, service technology or company practice. Greenwashing can make a company appear to be more environment friendly than it really is.

122
Q

The Yamuna Action Plan was formally launched in

A

Yamuna Action Plan (YAP) to clean the dirtiest river in the country was formally launched in 1993. It is a bilateral project between the Government of India and Japan

123
Q

Which of the following has/have shrunk immensely/ dried up in the recent past due to human activities?1. Aral Sea 2. Black Sea3. Lake BaikalSelect the correct answer using the code given below :

A

The Aral Sea is a saline lake located in Central Asia that was once the world’s 4th largest salt lake. The Aral sea which was once 26,300 miles square in size had decreased in size by 2007 to only 10% of its original area.

124
Q

Which one of the following lakes have been recently included under National Lake Conservation Project?

A

Bhimtal

125
Q

Agenda 21

A

Agenda 21 is legally non-binding action plan of the United Nations with regard to sustainable development.

126
Q

Agenda 21

A

This plan was prepared in Rio-de-Janeiro, Brazil in the year 1992 during an event on UNCED (United Nations Conference on Environment and Development).

127
Q

Bureau of Indian Standards : BIS

A

Bureau of Indian Standards : BIS is a National Standards Organization of India.

128
Q

Indian Standards Institution: ISI in

A

January, 1947

129
Q

AGMARK

A

*‘AGMARK’ is a quality certifi cate symbol generated by Directorate of Marketing and Inspection of India

130
Q

Southern Gangotri’

A

Southern Gangotri’ is the fi rst research centre of India in Antarctica

131
Q

India’s second research centre

A

Maitri

132
Q

National Institute of Nutrition’

A

is situated in Hyderabad.

133
Q

Wildlife Institute of India

A

situated in Dehradun.

134
Q

National Institute of Ayurveda’

A

is situated in Jaipur

135
Q

National Institute of Naturopathy’

A

situated in Pune.

136
Q

National Institute of Forest Management’ i

A

Bhopal

137
Q

Central Arid Zone Research Institute (CAZRI) i

A

Jodhpur, Rajasthan.

138
Q

Indian Institute of Ecology and Environment

A

New Delhi

139
Q

Tyler Prize’

A

Tyler Prize’ is provided for exceptional contribution in the fi eld of environment protection and ecology. This prize is also known as ‘Nobel Prize for Environments’

140
Q

Global 500 Award’

A

Global 500 Award’ was launched in 1987 by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) to recognize and honour environmental achievement.

141
Q

World Environment Day 5 JuneWorld Forest Day 21 MarchWorld Habitat Day First Monday of OctoberWorld Ozone Day 16 SeptemberEarth Day 22 AprilWorld Toilet Day 19 NovemberWorld Water Day 22 MarchWorld No Tobacco Day 31 MayWorld Wildlife Day 3 March

A
142
Q

Which of the following is known as “Dakshin – Gangotri”

A

Dakshin Gangotri is the fi rst research base station of India situated in Antarctica. It is currently being used as a supply base and transit camp. India’s second research centre ‘Maitree’was established in 1988-89. India’s third research base ‘Bharati’ was established in 2012.

143
Q

Which of the following is known as “Dakshin – Gangotri”

A

Dakshin Gangotri is the fi rst research base station of India situated in Antarctica. It is currently being used as a supply base and transit camp. India’s second research centre ‘Maitree’was established in 1988-89. India’s third research base ‘Bharati’ was established in 2012.

144
Q

The name of India’s third research station in Antarctica?

A

Bharati is an Antarctic research station commissioned by India. It is India’s third Antarctic research facility and one of the two active research stations alongside Maitri.

145
Q

Agenda-21’ is related to which fi eld?

A

Sustainable development

146
Q

Momentum for Change: Climate Neutral Now” is an initiative launched by

A

The “Momentum for Change: Climate Neutral Now” is an initiative launched by the UNFCCC secretariat. It was launched as a part of larger eff orts to showcase successful climate action around the world.

147
Q

Skin Cancer Noise Pollution Global Warming Ozone Hole

A

Ultraviolet LightDecibelCarbon dioxideChlorofl uorocarbons

148
Q

In Uttar Pradesh, the fi rst biotech park was established–

A

Biotechnology Park in Uttar Pradesh has been established in Lucknow. It was set up in 2002.

149
Q

National Institute of Nutrition Wild Life Institute of India National Institute of Ayurveda National Institute of Naturopath

A

Hyderabad Dehradun JaipurPune

150
Q

Which among the following are India’s permanent and operational research stations in Antarctica

A

After a humble beginning, the Indian Antarctic programme has now credited to have built three permanent research base stations in Antarctica-named Dakshin Gangotri, Maitri, and Bharati. As of today, India has two operational research stations in Antarctica named Maitri and Bharati.

151
Q

The symbol ‘ECOMARC’ related to which of the following?

A

Safe goods for environment

152
Q

Vegetation is the true index of climate’. This statement is associated wit

A

The statement ‘Vegetation is the true index of climate’ is associated with Koppen Climate Classifi cation, a system fi rst published in 1900 and revised in 1918 by Wladimir Peter Koppen.

153
Q

Forest Research InstituteB. Indian Grassland and Fodder ResearchInstitute

A

Dehradun- Jhansi

154
Q

Central Arid Zone Research Institute Indian Agricultural Research Institute

A

Jodhpur- New Delhi

155
Q

Baba Amte was related to wildlife conservation and Narmada Bachao Andolan and Dr. Salim Ali related with Silent Valley Movement.

A
156
Q

Medha Patkar is related to which movement?

A

Narmada Bachao Andolan

157
Q

NGT

A

The full form of NGT is National Green Tribunal. The National Green Tribunal has been established on 18 October, 2010 under the National Green Tribunal Act, 2010 for eff ective and expeditious disposal cases relating to environmental protection and conservation of forests and other natural resources.

158
Q

Rally for Valley” programme in India was organized to highlight the problems o

A

Rally for Valley programme was related to the resettlement of displaced persons of Narmada Valley

159
Q

World Habitat Day i

A

World Habitat Day is observed every year on the fi rst Monday of October. It was offi cially designated by the United Nations and fi rst celebrated in 1986.

160
Q

United Nations Conference on climate change, COP21 was held in

A

Paris

161
Q

The World Anti-Tobacco Day is Celebrated every year on

A

World No Tobacco Day is observed around the world every year on May 31. It is intended to encourage abstinence from all forms of tobacco consumption around the globe.

162
Q

19th November is observed as the

A

World Toilet Day

163
Q

World Environment Day - World Forestry Day - World Habitat Day - World Ozone Day

A

June 5March 21First Monday of OctoberSeptember 16

164
Q

World Earth Day B. World Cities Day C. World Population Day D. World Water Day

A

22 April31 October11 July22 March

165
Q

Prime Minister of India launched “Swachha Bharat Mission” o൶ cially on –

A

Gandhi Jayanti

166
Q

In which district will the National Dinosaur Fossil Park be set up ?

A

Dhar

167
Q

India’s fi rst National Centre for Marine Biodiversity NCMB) is located in which city?

A

India’s fi rst National Centre for Marine Biodiversity (NCMB) is located in Jamnagar (Gujarat). The centre will have the goalof safeguarding the biodiversity of coastal areas.

168
Q

Central Arid Zone Research Institute (CAZRI) is situated a

A

Central Arid Zone Research Institute (CAZRI) is situated at Jodhpur. It was fi nally upgraded to Central Arid Zone Research Institute in 1959 under Indian Council of Agricultural Research, New Delhi

169
Q

Indian Institute of Ecology and Environment is situated in which of the following cities ?

A

New Delhi

170
Q

Indian Institute of Ecology and Environment is located

A

New Delhi

171
Q

AGMARK Act came into force in India in –

A

AGMARK Act or Agriculture Produce (Grading and Marking) Act, 1937 is an Act to provide for the grading and marking of agriculture and other produce. It came into eff ect in 1937.

172
Q

Borlaug Award

A

The Borlaug Award is given for outstanding research and contribution in the fi eld of agriculture.

173
Q

Which of the following is the main component of natural gas?

A

Natural gas is a colourless, odourless and environment friendly source of energy. It is a naturally occurring hydrocarbon gas mixture consisting primarily of Methan

174
Q

Which one of the following is the national aquatic animal of India

A

Gangetic dolphin

175
Q

For weather science dispatch, which of the following is used to fi ll balloons?

A

Helium

176
Q

Assam Gujarat
Kaziranga- - Gir
Madhya Pradesh - Kanha
Uttarakhand Corbett

A
177
Q

Tree useful for prevention of dust pollution

A

Among the given options Sita Ashok tree is the best safeguard against dust pollution

178
Q

Seaweeds are the main and important source of the following element

A

Sea weeds are an important source of Iodine. Other important sources of Iodine are seafood, dairy products etc

179
Q

Ringelmann scale is used to measure density o

A

The Ringelmann scale is a scale for measuring the apparent density or opacity of Smoke. It was developed by a French professor of agricultural engineering Maximilien Ringelmann of La Station d’Essais de Machines in Paris in 1888. Ringelmann also discovered what is now called the Ringelmann eff ect.

180
Q

How many agreements are there in Agenda-21?

A

Agenda 21, is a non-binding volantarily implemented action plan of the United Nations with regard to sustainable development. There are 4 agreement in Agenda-202

181
Q

Rajiv Gandhi Environment Award is given for outstanding contribution to :

A

Neat technology and development

182
Q

Global 500’ awards are given for achievements in:

A

Protection of environment

183
Q

The ‘Global-500’ Award is given for rare achievement in which of the following fi elds?

A

Environment conservation

184
Q

District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) is headed by

A

District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) is headed by district collector or district magistrate. Thus district Disaster Management Authority in Jharkhand is headed by the District Magistrate or District Collector. So, option (c) is the correct answer

185
Q

Where is the National Institute of Disaster Management (NIDM) located ?

A

National Institute of Disaster Mangement (NIDM) is located in New Delhi. It was founded in 1995. The National Disaster Management Institute was established under the Disaster Management Act, 2005

186
Q

When was National Disaster Management Authority formed?

A

2006

187
Q

Functions of Development of Disaster Management Knowledge-cum-Demonstration Center (SRIJAN) are

A

) Creating knowledge-cum-demonstration centres(b) Creating awareness (c) Providing local need-based information

188
Q

Section ……. of the Disaster Management Act, 2005 empowers Governor of a State to establish a State Disaster Management Authority (SDMA).

A

Section 14(1)

189
Q

Which of the following statements are true? 1. Natural disasters cause maximum damage in developing countries. 2. Bhopal gas tragedy was man-made. 3. India is a disaster-free country. 4. Mangroves reduce the impact of cyclones. Select the correct answer from codes given below

A

c) 1, 2 and 4

190
Q

Which of the following is post disaster measure?

A

Disaster Management consists of five main phases: prevention, preparedness, response, mitigation and recovery. Reconstruction, recovery and response are post disaster measures. While prevention, mitigation and preparedness are pre disaster measures

191
Q

Which of the following is post disaster measure?

A

Disaster Management consists of five main phases: prevention, preparedness, response, mitigation and recovery. Reconstruction, recovery and response are post disaster measures. While prevention, mitigation and preparedness are pre disaster measures

192
Q

Which one of the following countries celebrate the 23. With reference to pre-packaged items in India, it is National Cleanliness Day on last Saturday of every month:

A

Sierra Leone

193
Q

Which one of the following has been recognized as a Mega diverse countr

A

Mega diverse countries is a term used to refer to the world’s top bio-diversity rich countries. The identifi ed Mega diverse countries are U.S.A., Mexico, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Venezuela, Brazil, Democratic Republic of Congo, South

194
Q

Which of the following is called “grave yard of Dinosaurs”?

A

Montana in the United States of America is called as the graveyard of Dinosaurs.

195
Q

The ‘Eco Mark’ Scheme was launched in 1991 to encourage consumers to buy products of less harmful environmental impact. Which one of the following consumer products is not notifi ed under this Scheme?

A

Eco-Mark is an eco-labelling scheme which was constituted by the Government of India in 1991 for easy identifi cation of environment-friendly product. Drugs and antibiotics are not in this list.

196
Q

The ‘Eco Mark’ Scheme was launched in 1991 to encourage consumers to buy products of less harmful environmental impact. Which one of the following consumer products is not notifi ed under this Scheme?

A

Eco-Mark is an eco-labelling scheme which was constituted by the Government of India in 1991 for easy identifi cation of environment-friendly product. Drugs and antibiotics are not in this list.

197
Q

Which Indian scientist is recognised by ‘UNEP’ as Father of Economic Ecology ?

A

The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) has recognised Dr. M.S. Swaminathan as Father of Economic Ecology

198
Q

Which one of the following is the evergreen fruit plant?

A

Loquat is an evergreen fruit plant, mostly found in Japan.

199
Q

Weather monitoring device SODAR is established at –

A

SODAR (Sonic Detection and Ranging) is a meteorological instrument used as a wind profi ler to measure the scattering of sound waves by atmospheric turbulence. SODAR systems are used to measure wind speed at various heights above the ground. In India, SODAR is established at Kaiga, Kalpakkam, Tarapur and Trombey

200
Q

Winterline, the natural phenomena is observed in which part of the country?

A

Mussoorie

201
Q

Winterline, the natural phenomena is observed in which part of the country?

A

Mussoorie

202
Q

The Monoclimax Theory was propounded by

A

F.E. Clements

203
Q

Which of the following has the lowest mean net primary productivity?

A

Temperate grasslands

204
Q

Which of the following has the lowest mean net primary productivity

A

Temperate grasslands

205
Q

The Marine National Park of India is located in

A

Marine National Park in the Gulf of Kachchh is located in the Jamnagar district of Gujarat.

206
Q

Namdapha B. Bandipur C. Periyar D. Lamjao

A

Arunachal PradeshKarnatakaKeralaManipur

207
Q

Namdapha B. Bandipur C. Periyar D. Lamjao

A

Arunachal PradeshKarnatakaKeralaManipur

208
Q

Which one of the following states has the maximum area under teak forest in India?

A

Madhya Pradesh

209
Q

World’s most problematic aquatic weed is :

A

Eichornia

210
Q

Where was the Mitti Bachao (Save the Soil) Movement started in India?

A

Hoshangabad, Madhya PradeshU.P.P.C.S

211
Q

World Ozone Day’ is celebrated on

A

16th September

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