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3.   A policy that has a set action date and a budget plan becomes a mission.
                     4.   Science and technology is required in some notable sectors of sustainable development.

                     5.   Deforestation causes climate change, soil erosion and species extinction.

                 D.   Match the following.
                     1.   National Green Tribunal            a.     original inhabitants
                     2.   Private agencies                   b.   settles disputes

                     3.   Green economy                      c.     reports individuals that violate the law
                     4.   Tribes                             d.   uses 100% solar energy

                     5.   Diu                                e.   socially inclusive economy


                                                  SECTION B (Subjective Type Questions)
                 A.   Short answer type questions.

                       1.  What role does the government play in formulating and implementing green economy policies?
                     Ans.  The role that government plays in formulating and implementing green economy policies are as follows:
                          •    It develops policies and funds the implementation of plans and policies.

                          •    It establishes missions, such as the Green India Mission and the National Solar Mission, to carry out green
                               economy projects; and

                          •    It collaborates with  scientists and  educates the public on environmentally sound practices  (pollution
                               management, chemical-free farming).
                       2.  What is a Green Economy?
                     Ans.  The term  green economy refers  to a low-carbon,  resource-efficient and socially  inclusive economy. In a green
                          economy,  public  and  private  investment in economic activities, infrastructure  and  assets that  allow  for  lower
                          carbon emissions and pollution, improved energy and resource efficiency and the preservation of biodiversity and
                          ecosystem services drive employment and income growth.
                       3.  What is the role of NGT?

                     Ans.  The  National  Green Tribunal  functions similarly to a  court in disputes involving environmental preservation,
                          forest conservation and other natural resource conservation. It adjudicates environmental disputes and may levy
                          substantial fines on those who cause environmental harm, take action to stop and rectify environmental damage,
                          or even imprison such individuals.

                       4.  Why do we need to perform Waste Management?
                     Ans.  Waste management reduces the impact of waste on the environment, health, etc. It can also help to reuse or recycle
                          resources, such as paper, cans, glass, etc. There are different types of waste management techniques, including the
                          disposal of solid, liquid, gaseous or hazardous substances.
                       5.  How can tribals achieve economic independence in a green economy?

                     Ans.  Tribes should revitalise their local economy, i.e. promote local products. By developing and using our local products,
                          tribal dependence on outside produce reduces. This will make them self-reliant, thus achieving economic independence.









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