GREEN SKILLS-II (Class X - IT(402)) Question & Answers

GREEN SKILLS-II 

Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs)

1. Which of the following is not an advantage of solar energy?

a. Environment conservation

b. Solar energy is cheap

c. Low maintenance

d. No electricity bill

Ans. b & d

2. Which of the following is not a true statement with respect to green economy?

a. It is in line with the principles of sustainable development.

b. It is for human well-being.

c. It increases environmental risks.

d. It provides social equity.

Ans. c

3. Vermicompost serves as a ...................

a. Compost

b. Fertilizer

c. Both compost and fertilizer

d. None of these

Ans. c

4. Which of the following is not a challenge related to sustainable development?

a. Planning-related

b. Implementation-related

c. Governance-related

d. Instability-related

Ans. a

Very Short Answer Questions

1. What is the alternative name for green skills?

Ans. Skills for sustainability

2. Which resources are available from nature at zero cost?

Ans. Renewable resources

3. Which SDGs are related to the economic area?

Ans. SDG 1,SDG 2, SDG 3, SDG 8 and SDG 9

Short Answer Questions-I

1. What is the primary aim of green economy?

Ans. The primary aim of green economy is the reduction in environmental risks.

2. What are the conditions for creating a sustainable earth?

Ans. A truly sustainable earth can exist only when economic, social and environmental sustainability is practiced.

3. Define vermicomposting.

Ans. Vermicomposting is a type of composting that involves the use of worms.

Short Answer Questions-II

1. How can sustainable development ensure lasting development?

Ans. Sustainable development is a way to achieve economic and social development without negatively impacting the natural resources of the earth.

2. Write a short note on rain water harvesting.

Ans. Rain Water Harvesting refers to the technique and practice of accumulating and storing rainwater in a catchment area so that it can be reused later. The catchment area can be natural or manmade and may include rooftops, compounds, hill slopes, etc.

3. List any four factors causing ecological imbalance. 

Ans. Four factors causing ecological imbalance are as follows:

• Degradation of land and soil erosion
• Deforestation
• Improper usage of water resources
• Environmental pollution

Long Answer Questions

1. Describe the importance of sustainable development.

Ans. It is a well-known fact that now people are able to enjoy a longer lifespan due to advanced healthcare services. This has led to an increase in the world population. It has been estimated that by 2100, the world population will exceed 10 billion. This population explosion is one of the main reasons that has increased the need for sustainable development. It is very important to practice sustainable  development because of the following reasons:

• Promoting proper use of resources
• Developing positive attitude
• Increasing participation of people in development activities

2. Explain the various challenges involved in sustainable development.

Ans. Some of the important challenges or problems related to sustainable development are as follows:

• Corruption: Due to widespread corruption, bureaucracy and red-tapism, all the funds that are received or allocated by the government of countries are not utilized in a planned manner.
• Lack of Effort: Various authorities are responsible for undertaking developmental activities, such as municipal authorities, road development, water supply, etc. They do not make efforts to change things and adopt sustainable practices until they are bound to do so.
• Lack of Financial Resources: The presence of financial resources in adequate amounts is extremely important for carrying out the work for sustainable development. The absence or insufficiency of financial resources usually hinders sustainable development initiatives.
• Natural Calamities: Natural disasters, such as earthquakes, floods, droughts, famines, tsunamis, tornadoes, hurricanes and volcanic eruptions, pose great threats to sustainability because they usually lead to the destruction of an already established infrastructure.

3. How can people contribute in creating a green economy?

Ans. Green economy is an economy that is in line with the principles of sustainable development. It aims to generate growth and improve peoples’ lives in a sustainable manner. It helps in achieving the triple goals of economic, environmental and social well-being of people. The primary aim of green economy is the reduction in environmental risks. It means that economic growth must be achieved without negatively affecting the environment. One of the major challenges in developing and promoting a green economy is to determine the approaches to economy and environment in order to give people the quality of life they seek. Various countries and international organizations are now taking steps to ensure that the economic and business activities are pursued in a manner that does not negatively affect the environment and society. Let us look at a few examples:

• China: China has taken a number of steps to follow a lowcarbon growth strategy by using renewable energy sources. The Chinese government has also decided that approximately 16% of its overall energy needs would be fulfilled by renewable energy sources.
• Uganda: Uganda pursues organic agriculture. It is a country that uses the least amount of artificial fertilizers in the world. It uses only about 2% or 1 kg of fertilizer per hectare of land.
• India: India has started installing and using ecological infrastructural facilities such as solar panels in rural and urban areas. Single use plastics have also been banned.

4. Explain the different sustainable development goals.

Ans. A brief description of different sustainable development goals is as follows:

• SDG 1 – No Poverty: This SDG aims to the end all forms of poverty from everywhere by 2030. It will work to raise the essential resources and services, such as nutrition, health, water, education, conservation, shelter, etc.
• SDG 2 – Zero Hunger: This SDG aims to end hunger and ensure food security for all by 2030. Its main goal is to encourage sustainable agriculture, help small farmers, and ensure equality to land, technology and markets for all.
• SDG 3 – Good Health and Well-being: This SDG aims for a healthy life and well-being for all ages of people. It ensures the improvement of healthcare programs and diagnostics.
• SDG 4 – Quality Education: This SDG aims to provide quality education as well as promote people to receive learning opportunities during their lifespan. A good education helps an individual to be aware about his role and responsibilities as a good citizen.
• SDG 5 – Gender Equality: This SDG aims to decrease the gender inequality and discrepancy. This SDG empowers all women and girls for their own growth as well as the growth of the country. The active participation of women in the growth of different sectors, such as economic, finance, education, technologies, etc., will reduce gender-related biases/challenges.
• SDG 6 – Clean Water and Sanitation: This SDG aims to raise the general awareness regarding the importance of the development, protection and restoration of the water-related ecosystems. It also aims to educate people about the hygiene and proper sanitation facilities. It will work to improve sanitation services by implementing changes in the sanitation management techniques in terms of engineering, planning, and forecasting.
• SDG 7 – Affordable and Clean Energy: The aim of this SDG is to ensure the inexpensive, sustainable and modern sources of energy for all people for their development and wellbeing. We can achieve this SDG by investing in solar-energy, wind and thermal power plants as well as by improving the productivity of the energy.
• SDG 8 – Decent Work and Economic Growth: The goal of this SDG is to provide employment to all and promote the sustainable economic growth as well as technological development and innovation. This SDG can be achieved by 2030 by promoting entrepreneurship, enhancing education standards, encouraging the skill-based training, and contributing to society.
• SDG 9 – Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure: A well-built infrastructure and innovation of new technology are crucial factors of economic growth and development of a country. The aim of this SDG is to promote and support the sustainable industrialization and technological innovation. This SDG also aims to build a flexible infrastructure so that the development and deployment of new technology can be done easily.
• SDG 10 – Reduce Inequalities: The aim of this SDG is to reduce inequalities among various countries of the world. Gender, disability, language, and caste are some of the major factors for inequality and discrimination. This SDG can be achieved by investing in the social-protection programmes and policies that help to reduce the lifelong effects of poverty and biasness. You can reduce inequalities by helping others, by enhancing the friendly behavior with others, and by including others in work irrespective of their living standard, caste, and financial standard.
• SDG 11 – Sustainable Cities and Communities: The aim of this SDG is to make cities safe, flexible and sustainable for humans. This SDG is achieved by using resources responsibly, enhancing the living style of people as well as their wellbeing, and protecting the environment from various types of pollutions. You can help in achieving this SDG by using the public transport, promoting green public areas, using natural light and saving energy, ensuring zero waste to landfill, using biodegradable products, participating in urban planning and management, etc.
• SDG 12 – Responsible Consumption and Production: This SDG is achieved by using the product and natural resources in a proper manner, encouraging the use of renewable sources of energy, encouraging industries and factories to recycle and reduce waste, creating well-planned production and supply chains of products, and encouraging responsible purchasing decisions. You can help in achieving this SDG by reusing paper, water, plastic, etc.; donating things that you do not use; and managing garbage and wastage.
• SDG 13 – Climate Change: Almost all countries suffer from the drastic effects of climate change. Global warming as well as the greenhouse gas emissions are the major factors of climate change. This SDG aims to take an immediate action to combat, regulate and control the climate change and its impacts.
• SDG 14 – Life below Water: The aim of this SDG is to control and protect oceans, seas, marines as well as coastal ecosystems from pollution. This SDG also focuses to control the acidification of oceans. This SDG promotes to follow the international laws for using the resources of ocean and marine.
• SDG 15 – Life on land: This SDG focuses on promoting and protecting the life on land, utilizing terrestrial ecosystems, managing forests, removing desertification, decreasing land degradation as well as deforestation and reducing the loss of biodiversity. You can help in achieving this SDG by planting more trees to resolve the issue of soil erosion.
• SDG 16 – Peace and Justice Strong Institution: This SDG focuses on promoting peaceful, stable, friendly societies for sustainable development. This SDG also focuses on providing the equal justice and accessing human rights for all. This SDG also aims to reduce all types of violence, conflicts, and insecurity for effective governance.
• SDG 17 – Partnerships for the Goals: This SDG aims to build strong global partnerships and cooperation to achieve common targets. It focuses on encouraging the international trade and promoting export and import of products for the equitable trading system.