Environmental Policies and Democratic Governance
Civics ⇒ Democracy and Government
Environmental Policies and Democratic Governance starts at 11 and continues till grade 12.
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Define 'sustainable development' in the context of environmental governance.
Describe how democratic governance can help in achieving environmental sustainability.
Describe the relationship between democracy and environmental protection.
Describe the significance of public participation in environmental governance in a democracy.
Discuss the importance of environmental impact assessment (EIA) in democratic governance.
Explain the concept of 'polluter pays principle' in environmental law.
Explain the concept of 'precautionary principle' in environmental policy.
Explain the importance of intergovernmental cooperation in environmental governance in India.
Which Article of the Indian Constitution imposes a duty on every citizen to protect and improve the natural environment? (1) Article 21, (2) Article 48A, (3) Article 51A(g), (4) Article 32
Which constitutional amendment introduced the Directive Principles related to environmental protection in India? (1) 42nd Amendment, (2) 44th Amendment, (3) 52nd Amendment, (4) 61st Amendment
Which Indian body is primarily responsible for the implementation of the National Action Plan on Climate Change (NAPCC)? (1) Ministry of Finance, (2) Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, (3) Ministry of Agriculture, (4) Ministry of Health
Which Indian law specifically addresses the management and handling of hazardous wastes? (1) Water Act, (2) Hazardous Wastes (Management and Handling) Rules, (3) Wildlife Protection Act, (4) Forest Act
Fill in the blank: The _____ is a statutory body established for the protection and improvement of the environment in India.
Fill in the blank: The _____ is an international agreement aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions to combat climate change.
Fill in the blank: The _____ is responsible for the conservation of wildlife and biodiversity in India.
Fill in the blank: The _____ Protocol is an international treaty to protect the ozone layer.
State True or False: Environmental policies in India are only made at the central government level.
State True or False: The Indian government has the power to declare any area as an eco-sensitive zone under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986.
State True or False: The Panchayati Raj Institutions have no role in the implementation of environmental policies at the local level.
The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) is responsible for the planning, promotion, and coordination of environmental policies in India. (Yes/No)
