Gauhati University Question Papers
Environmental Studies - I (May-June’ 2016)
Full Marks: 50
Time Allowed: 3 hours
Answer either in
English or Assamese
The figures in the
margin indicate full marks for the questions
1.
(a) Write the meaning of the following terms: 1x4=4
1)
Bio energy.
2)
Carrying capacity.
3)
Chlorofluorocarbons
4)
E-waste.
(b)
Illustrate the following terms: 2x3=6
1)
Greenhouse effect.
2)
Hydrological cycle.
3)
Noise pollution.
2.
Answer any two of the following: 5x2=10
a)
Define solid waste. Describe the sources and
management of solid waste.
b)
Discuss the cyclonic disaster in India.
c)
Discuss the role of family welfare programmes on
checking population growth.
3.
How are the environment and human health related? Describe with examples. 10
Or
Discuss the causes and consequences of climate change. 10
4.
Write notes on any two of the following: 5x2=10
a)
Rainwater harvesting.
b)
Population growth.
c)
Value education.
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