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1. Explain how the ideas and activities of some internationally known environmental thinkers has influ-
enced environment policy. [16]
2. (a) What is the necessity for a rational land use policy as pant of the environmental policy?
(b) Write briefly about the unequal consumption patterns of the developed and developing countries.
[8+8]
3. (a) Write a detailed note on the forest ecosystem, bringing out its functions.
(b) How do forests get degraded and what is the outcome of deforestation? [8+8]
4. (a) List the main biogoegraphic zones in the country.
(b) Explain the necessity for viewing biodiversity as a global resource. Describe with examples the
steps that are being taken towards this purpose. [6+10]
5. (a) List the wastes that are prohibited from processing along with municipal solid waste. Discuss.
(b) Briefly describe the methods of heating and disposal of solid waste. [8+8]
6. (a) What are the major causes of nuclear hazards and accidents.
(b) Discuss the ways to minimize radiation exposure in case of a nuclear accident.
[8+8]
7. (a) Though population growth shows a global decline, there is still cause for worry. Explain why.
(b) What are the reasons for differences in the rate of population growth in various countries. [8+8]
8. (a) Describe how you would methodically record the elements and resources in an ecosystem and
assess its functioning.
(b) Based on your filed visits, summarize your observations and findings of the water resource ecosys-
tem in your region. [8+8]
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