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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Describe the concept of 'environmental justice' in the context of democratic governance.
Describe the process of public interest litigation (PIL) in the context of environmental protection in India.
Describe the role of civil society organizations in shaping environmental policies in India.
Discuss the relationship between democracy and environmental governance.
Discuss the role of Panchayati Raj Institutions in environmental management at the local level.
Explain how environmental policies can promote social equity in a democratic society.
Explain the concept of 'intergenerational equity' in environmental policy.
Explain the impact of globalization on environmental policies in India.
Which Article of the Indian Constitution directs the State to protect and improve the environment? (1) Article 21 (2) Article 48A (3) Article 32 (4) Article 51A(g)
Which Indian law specifically addresses the prevention and control of air pollution? (1) Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974 (2) Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981 (3) Environment Protection Act, 1986 (4) Forest Conservation Act, 1980
Which of the following is a constitutional duty of Indian citizens regarding the environment? (1) To protect and improve the natural environment (2) To exploit natural resources (3) To ignore environmental laws (4) To pollute water bodies
Which of the following is a key challenge in balancing environmental protection and economic development in India? (1) Lack of natural resources (2) Conflicting interests of stakeholders (3) Overregulation (4) Excessive public participation
The ________ is responsible for granting environmental clearances for large projects in India.
The ________ is the apex body for formulating and implementing environmental policies in India.
The ________ principle states that those who pollute the environment must bear the cost of managing it.
The Environment Protection Act was enacted in India in the year ________.
True or False: Environmental policies in a democracy should balance economic development with ecological sustainability.
True or False: The Indian Constitution originally included provisions for environmental protection.
True or False: The principle of 'precautionary action' means that lack of scientific certainty should not be used as a reason to postpone measures to prevent environmental degradation.
True or False: The principle of 'public trust doctrine' holds that certain resources are preserved for public use, and the government must protect and maintain them for the public's benefit.
