Download DU (University of Delhi) B-Tech (Bachelor of Technology) 4th Semester 1541 Environmental Studies Question Paper
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Unique Paper?Chde : E82014 I I E
Name of the Paper I : Environmental Studies
Name of the Course : Undergraduate Course [Compulsory and Qualifying]
Semester : II
Dur?itioh : 3 Hours ' . . L Maximum Marks : 75
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(iii) World Environment Day is observed on ........................ every year.
(iv) ..................... region is a biodiversity hotspot in India.
(v) .......................... is a non-renewable source of energy.?
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?(iv) Noise pollution and human health
(v) Multi?disciplinaryvnatmre of Environmental Studies.
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((1) Describe any ?ve services we obtain from our planet?s biodiversity. 5
(b) What are the majog threats to the forests of India 7 5
(c) What are grasslands ? Why should they be conserved ? 5
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(b) Discuss the masons for depletionlof water table in Delhi. What measures should be taken
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What are alternate sources of energy ? Give examples. Why is it imponant to develop
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Evaluate the role of variqus environment relatedi'laws of India in envirOnmental
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(a) ?Social and electronic media are playing a signi?cant role in generating environmental
awareness and education.? Comment. 8
(b) Do the gains from major development projects outweigh the losses duetodisplacement
of people ? Comment . ? 7
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