Which of the following is NOT a basic type of plant found in an estuary, according to the notes?

What are the three main components that make up the estuarine community?

Estuaries are characterized by unique ecological features and:

Which of the following best describes an estuary?

What type of water is found in an estuary?

What is the term for the specialized zone where rivers meet the sea?

To what depth does the neritic zone extend?

Which zone is situated above the sublittoral zone or the continental shelf?

What is the pelagic zone?

What is the approximate depth of the abyssal plains where the temperature is never above 4°C?

Which zone comprises the continental slope and rise together?

The continental rise is characterized by canyons and trenches, and is subject to:

What occurs after the continental shelf?

To what depth does the continental shelf extend?

What is the sublittoral zone also known as?

The littoral zone represents the area between which two levels?

What is another name for the littoral zone?

Which zone comprises the beach down to the edge of the ocean in the benthic zone?

What is the overall shape of the benthic zone described as?

Which of the following is a major source of soil contamination?

What is soil pollution?

When was the first state-level pollution control board established in India?

1. The first state-level pollution control board was established in 1984.
2. Kerala established the first state-level pollution control board in India.
3. The first state-level pollution control board was established in the year 1974.
4. The first state-level pollution control board was established in Gujarat.

Which of the following is a substance that causes pollution?

1. Clean air
2. Pure water
3. Plastic materials
4. Natural minerals

Regarding the Kerala State Pollution Control Board, which statement is correct?

1. The Kerala State Pollution Control Board was established in 1974, with its headquarters in Kochi.
2. The Kerala State Pollution Control Board was established in 1974 and is located in Thiruvananthapuram.
3. The first state-level pollution control board in India was established in Tamil Nadu.
4. The Kerala State Pollution Control Board was established in 1984.

What is the headquarters of the Central Pollution Control Board?

1. The headquarters of the CPCB is in Mumbai.
2. The Central Pollution Control Board is headquartered in New Delhi.
3. The CPCB has its headquarters in Chennai.

When was the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) established?

1. The Central Pollution Control Board was established in 1974.
2. The CPCB was established after the Bhopal disaster.
3. The Central Pollution Control Board was established in 1984.

Identify the correct information about the Bhopal disaster.

1. The Bhopal disaster occurred on December 1st and 2nd, 1984.
2. The toxic gas responsible for the Bhopal disaster was Methyl Isocyanate.
3. The company responsible for the Bhopal disaster was Union Carbide Factory.
4. The Bhopal disaster took place in December 1985.

What is the significance of December 2nd in India regarding pollution?

1. December 2nd is celebrated as World Environment Day in India.
2. December 2nd is observed as National Pollution Control Day in India.
3. National Pollution Control Day commemorates the 1984 Bhopal disaster.

Which of the following are considered pollutants?

1. Plastic materials are not pollutants.
2. Chemical substances can be pollutants.
3. Heavy metals are examples of pollutants.
4. Nuclear waste does not cause pollution.

What is environmental pollution?

1. Environmental pollution refers to desirable changes in our surroundings.
2. Pollution can harm plants, animals, and human beings.
3. Undesirable changes in our surroundings that negatively impact living organisms are termed environmental pollution.

During the response phase, the Incident Command System (ICS) is crucial because:

Which among the following is NOT a primary function of the National Institute of Disaster Management (NIDM)?

In the disaster Management Cycle, which stage primarily focuses on building resilience before a disaster occurs?

Which of the following distinguishes structural mitigation from non-structural mitigation in disaster management?

What are the primary sources of Particulate Matter (PM) pollution in urban areas and what are the potential health effects of exposure to PM?

Which Act is considered as umbrella legislation for environmental protection in India?

What are the key stages of the EIA process?

Consider the following statements regarding Air Pollution and related initiatives: Which of the statements given below are correct?

1. The "National Clean Air Programme (NCAP)" launched by the Government of India aims to reduce particulate matter (PM 2.5 and PM 10) concentrations by 20-30% in 131 non-attainment cities by 2024 (with 2017 as the base year)
2. The "Aerosol Optical Depth (AOD)" data from ISRO's satellites is used to monitor air pollution levels over India 1 (SAFARY":
3. The "System of Air Quality and Weather Forecasting and Research (SAFAR)" is developed by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC).
4. The "Polluter Pays Principle" is enshrined in the Environment Protection Act, 1986.

What is the primary purpose of a wildlife sanctuary in India?

What is the primary goal of green auditing?

Consider the following statements: Which of the statements given below are correct?

1. "The Climate Group" is an international non-profit organization that drives climate action by building large networks and runs them.
2. The International Energy Agency in partnership with the Climate Group launched a global initiative "EP100",
3. EP100 brings together leading companies committed to driving innovation in energy efficiency and increasing competitiveness while delivering on emission reduction goals.
4. Some Indian companies are members of EP100.
5. The International Energy Agency is the Secretariat to the "Under2 Coalition".

According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), which one of the following is the largest source of Sulphur dioxide emissions?

Which amendment strengthened penalties and allowed citizens to file suits after 60 days’ notice?

Which section authorizes the closure of polluting industries or stoppage of electricity and water supply?

What is required for industries to operate in a declared Air Pollution Control Area?

Which body is empowered under the Act to set air quality standards and regulate air pollution?

The Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981 was enacted after which global event?

Which fund is linked to the Forest Conservation Act through the CAMPA Act, 2016?

The 1988 Amendment to the Forest Conservation Act introduced:

Which provision of the Act forms its core by restricting de-reservation and diversion of forest land?