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4.   Why is controlled grazing important in soil conservation?
                       i.  It promotes overuse of the land                  ii.  It prevents overgrazing and soil degradation
                       iii. It destroys natural vegetation                  iv.  It increases soil erosion
                    5.  Which method helps conserve water in agriculture?
                       i.  Judicious water use                              ii.  Overwatering crops
                       iii.  Reducing irrigation                            iv.  Excessive use of pesticides
                    6.  Which is an example of a non-renewable energy resource?
                       i.  Solar energy           ii.  Wind energy          iii.  Coal                iv.  Geothermal energy
                    7.  What does well-managed (sustainable) transport aim to reduce?
                       i.  Human mobility                                   ii.  Environmental damage and costs
                       iii. Car manufacturing                               iv.  Population growth
                    8.   Bio-toilets are designed to help:
                       i.  Decrease food waste                              ii.  Improve sanitation
                       iii. Save water                                      iv.  Produce renewable energy
                 B.  Fill in the blanks.
                    1.  Water resources cover approximately .................................. of Earth’s surface and are vital for life.
                    2.  High-input agriculture, though boosting food production, has caused soil and .................................. degradation.
                    3.  .................................. is derived from petroleum and is used for cooking and as a fuel for vehicles.
                    4.   Encouraging and practicing green .................................. is the second category of development that helps a healthy
                       life for all.
                    5.  India’s economy can “grow green” by reducing .................................. while supporting economic growth.
                    6.   The  Modern DEEP Chulha is an .................................. cooking stove created by the Society of Development and
                       Environment Protection.
                 C.  State whether the following statements are true or false:
                    1.  Repurposing materials means finding new uses for items instead of throwing them away.   ......................
                    2.  Waste management is essential for reducing pollution and managing resources responsibly.   ......................
                    3.  Watershed management supports vegetation and ensures sustainable water use.            ......................
                    4.  Rainwater harvesting systems are useful only in urban areas.                           ......................
                    5.  Preservation techniques reduce the shelf life of food.                                 ......................
                                                   Section B (Subjective Type Questions)

                 A.  Answer the following questions:
                    1.   Differentiate between renewable and non-renewable resources. Give examples.
                    2.  How does industrialisation contribute to environmental degradation?
                    3.  What is global warming, and what are its primary causes?
                    4.  List two ways to conserve energy.
                    5.  List the sectors where green job exist.
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                 B.  Application-based question.                                                     Century   #Critical Thinking
                                                                                                      Skills
                    1.   Sunita’s family has the option to install a solar water heater or continue using an electric geyser. Discuss the
                       environmental and economic benefits of choosing a solar water heater over the electric geyser.
                    2.   Priya noticed that her kitchen taps were leaking, and she found that she was using more water than necessary.
                       How can Priya conserve water in her daily activities?









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