1. The primary source of organic pollution in fresh water bodies is:

a) Run-off from urban areas
b) Run-off from agricultural forms
c) Sewage effluents
d) Industrial effluents

2. In order to avoid catastrophic consequences of climate change, the agreed limit for the rise in average surface temperature of Earth compared to pre-industrial times is:

a) 1.5°C to 2°C
b) 2.0°C to 3.5°C
c) 0.5°C to 1.0°C
d) 0.25°C to 0.5°C

3. Which of the following is the largest source of water pollution in major rivers of India?

a) Untreated sewage
b) Agriculture run-off
c) Unregulated small scale industries
d) Religious practices

4. Which of the following is not a renewable natural resource?

a) Clean air
b) Fresh water
c) Fertile soil
d) Salt

5. The Montreal Protocol aims at:

a) Reduction in emissions of greenhouse gases
b) Phasing out ozone depleting substances
c) Prohibiting transboundary movement of hazardous waste
d) Enhancing cooperation among UN member states for peaceful uses of nuclear energy

6. Which of the following pollutants can cause cancer in humans?

a) Pesticides
b) Mercury
c) Lead
d) Ozone

7. The target set by the Indian government for power from roof-top solar installations by the year 2022 is:

a) 40.0 GW
b) 50.0 GW
c) 60.0 GW
d) 100.0 GW

8. Which of the following is a biological method of disposal of Municipal Solid Waste?

a) Land filling
b) Pulverization
c) Composting
d) Shredding

9. The initiative to establish International Solar Alliance was jointly taken by:

a) USA and India
b) France and India
c) Sweden and India
d) China and India

10. Which of the following are priority areas in relation to the Sustainable Development Goals?

a) No poverty, Zero hunger, Reducing urbanization
b) No poverty, Reducing urbanization, Peace, justice and strong institutions
c) Zero hunger, Reducing urbanization, Peace, justice and strong institutions
d) No poverty, Zero hunger, Peace, justice and strong institutions
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