Environmental Degradation — Prelims Questions

Which of the following statements regarding the National Green Tribunal (NGT) in India is/are correct? 1. The NGT was established under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986. 2. It has jurisdiction over civil cases involving substantial questions relating to the environment. 3. It is mandated to apply the principles of sustainable development, the precautionary principle, and the polluter pays principle. Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Which of the following are considered non-point sources of water pollution? 1. Industrial discharge pipes 2. Agricultural runoff 3. Urban stormwater drainage 4. Sewage treatment plant outfalls Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Consider the following pairs: Which of the following are considered non-point sources of water pollution? 1. Industrial discharge pipes 2. Agricultural runoff 3. Urban stormwater drainage 4. Sewage treatment plant outfalls Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Which of the following international agreements is primarily concerned with the phasing out of substances responsible for ozone depletion?

Article 48A of the Indian Constitution, a Directive Principle of State Policy, mandates the State to:

Which of the following factors are considered major contributors to soil degradation in India? 1. Overgrazing 2. Excessive use of chemical fertilizers 3. Deforestation 4. Waterlogging and salinization Select the correct answer using the code given below: