Everything Political by Devashish Saroha: 25 Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs) based on Bloom’s Taxonomy for the topic Environment and Natural Resources from Grade 12 Political Science:

1. Remembering (Knowledge-Based Questions)

What does the term "sustainable development" refer to?
a) Development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the future
b) Rapid industrialization without environmental concern
c) Economic growth at any cost
d) Complete ban on the use of natural resources
Which international agreement focuses on reducing greenhouse gas emissions?
a) Kyoto Protocol
b) SAARC Agreement
c) NATO Treaty
d) Warsaw Pact
Which gas is most responsible for global warming?
a) Oxygen
b) Carbon dioxide
c) Nitrogen
d) Helium
Which organization is responsible for global environmental protection?
a) UNEP (United Nations Environment Programme)
b) WHO (World Health Organization)
c) NATO
d) SAARC
Which of the following is a non-renewable resource?
a) Solar energy
b) Wind energy
c) Coal
d) Hydropower

Why is deforestation a major environmental concern?
a) It reduces biodiversity and contributes to climate change
b) It increases land availability for industries
c) It has no long-term effects
d) It helps in economic development
What is the primary reason for the depletion of natural resources?
a) Overpopulation and excessive consumption
b) Climate change alone
c) Limited availability of resources
d) Government policies
How does water pollution impact human life?
a) It causes health issues and affects agriculture
b) It only affects marine life
c) It has no impact on humans
d) It makes water taste bad but is harmless
What is the importance of biodiversity?
a) It maintains ecological balance and provides resources for survival
b) It has no role in the environment
c) It only benefits scientists
d) It is necessary for industrial expansion
Why are fossil fuels considered harmful for the environment?
a) They release greenhouse gases that contribute to global warming
b) They are expensive to extract
c) They have unlimited supply
d) They promote environmental protection

If a country is facing severe water scarcity, what measures should it take?
a) Promote water conservation and sustainable usage
b) Increase industrial water usage
c) Rely solely on groundwater extraction
d) Ban agriculture
Which strategy can help in reducing air pollution in urban areas?
a) Promoting public transport and clean energy sources
b) Encouraging deforestation
c) Expanding coal-based industries
d) Banning electric vehicles
What role does afforestation play in environmental protection?
a) It helps restore lost forests and combat climate change
b) It promotes deforestation
c) It increases carbon emissions
d) It has no effect on the environment
How can an individual contribute to reducing environmental degradation?
a) By using renewable energy and reducing plastic waste
b) By increasing water consumption
c) By ignoring environmental policies
d) By using more fossil fuels
What would happen if global temperatures continue to rise?
a) Increased natural disasters, rising sea levels, and biodiversity loss
b) Stronger economic growth
c) More stable weather patterns
d) No significant impact

How does climate change affect developing countries more than developed ones?
a) Developing countries have fewer resources to adapt to environmental changes
b) Developed countries do not experience climate change
c) Climate change only affects poorer nations
d) Developing nations have better environmental policies
What are the major criticisms of international environmental agreements?
a) Lack of enforcement and commitment from powerful nations
b) They have completely solved environmental issues
c) They focus only on economic growth
d) They are irrelevant to modern society
How does economic development impact natural resources?
a) It often leads to over-exploitation and depletion of resources
b) It has no effect on the environment
c) It only improves the quality of resources
d) It ensures resource conservation
What is the role of technology in environmental sustainability?
a) It can promote clean energy solutions and efficient resource management
b) It increases deforestation
c) It accelerates environmental degradation
d) It has no role in conservation
Why is it difficult to achieve a balance between economic growth and environmental protection?
a) Economic growth often requires resource consumption, which affects sustainability
b) Environmental protection does not require policies
c) Countries do not prioritize economic growth
d) There is no link between the two

Should developing countries be required to follow the same environmental policies as developed countries?
a) No, because they need more time to develop sustainably
b) Yes, because environmental issues affect all nations equally
c) No, because developed nations contribute more to pollution
d) Yes, but only if developed nations provide financial aid
Are international agreements like the Paris Climate Agreement effective?
a) Yes, but only if countries commit to their targets
b) No, because they lack enforcement mechanisms
c) Yes, as they have already solved climate change
d) No, because climate change is not a global issue
Should fossil fuel industries be banned?
a) No, but their usage should be reduced and regulated
b) Yes, immediately
c) No, because they drive economic growth
d) Yes, but only in developed countries

If you were designing an environmental policy, what key elements would you include?
a) Renewable energy use, conservation programs, and strict pollution laws
b) Increasing fossil fuel dependency
c) Banning environmental education
d) Reducing government regulation on industries
How can countries work together to combat climate change?
a) By setting global emission targets, investing in clean energy, and enforcing environmental laws
b) By ignoring climate change concerns
c) By prioritizing only national economic growth
d) By reducing renewable energy use