Download PTU (Punjab Technical University) B.Tech (Bachelor of Technology) / BE (Bachelor of Engineering) 2021 January CE 7th Sem 71873 Enviornmental Impact Assessment Previous Question Paper
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Total No. of Questions : 18
B.Tech. (Civil Engineering) (Sem.?7)
ENVIORNMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT
Subject Code : BTCE-814
M.Code : 71873
Time : 3 Hrs.
Max. Marks : 60
INST RUCT IONS T O CANDIDAT ES :
1 .
SECT ION-A is COMPULSORY cons is ting of TEN questions carrying TWO marks
each.
2 .
SECT ION-B c ontains F IVE questions c arrying FIVE marks eac h and s tud ents
have to atte mpt any FOUR q ues tions.
3 .
SECT ION-C contains THREE questions carrying T EN marks e ach and s tudents
have to atte mpt any T WO questio ns.
SECTION-A
Answer briefly :
1.
What are the objectives of Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)?
2.
Distinguish between "Rapid EIA" and "Comprehensive EIA".
3.
What are the impacts of construction activities on air environment?
4.
What are the benefits of Post Environmental Audit?
5.
Explain four adverse impacts associated with operational phase of Railway projects.
6.
How do EIA contribute to sustainable development?
7.
What are the generic impacts of projects on flora and fauna?
8.
List the essential components of an Environmental Management Plan?
9.
What do you understand by NEPA?
10. Distinguish the difference between "Prediction" and Assessment in EIA.
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SECTION-B
11. What are the different types of EIA? How are they different?
12. Briefly explain the various types of Socio-economic impacts.
13. What are the significant environmental issues to be considered while planning to develop a
New Township?
14. What are the impacts of developmental activity on vegetation?
15. Write the methodology for the assessment of soil characteristics in the study area.
SECTION-C
16. Compare different EIA methods to clearly bring out the applicability of each element of
EIA.
17. Explain the role of public participation in EIA and write a short note on overlay and matrix
method of impact assessment.
18. Explain the evolution and development of national environmental policy act (NEPA).
Discuss its key features.
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page of Answer Sheet will lead to UMC against the Student.
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