Q.1 Which of the following is the primary greenhouse gas responsible for global warming?
Carbon Dioxide (CO₂)
Methane (CH₄)
Nitrous Oxide (N₂O)
Ozone (O₃)
Explanation - Carbon dioxide is the most significant greenhouse gas emitted by human activities, primarily from burning fossil fuels, leading to global warming.
Correct answer is: Carbon Dioxide (CO₂)
Q.2 What does the acronym UNFCCC stand for?
United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change
United Nations Framework Control on Climate Change
United Nations Federation Convention on Climate Change
United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Control
Explanation - The UNFCCC is an international treaty aimed at addressing climate change by stabilizing greenhouse gas concentrations in the atmosphere.
Correct answer is: United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change
Q.3 Which of the following is NOT a greenhouse gas contributing to global warming?
Carbon Dioxide (CO₂)
Methane (CH₄)
Nitrous Oxide (N₂O)
Nitrogen (N₂)
Explanation - Nitrogen makes up about 78% of Earth's atmosphere but is inert and does not trap heat, unlike greenhouse gases.
Correct answer is: Nitrogen (N₂)
Q.4 The Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction was adopted in which year?
2013
2015
2017
2020
Explanation - The Sendai Framework was adopted in 2015 at the World Conference on Disaster Risk Reduction in Sendai, Japan.
Correct answer is: 2015
Q.5 Which of the following is a major consequence of global warming?
Increase in polar ice caps
Decrease in sea levels
More frequent extreme weather events
Reduction in greenhouse gases
Explanation - Global warming leads to more frequent and intense extreme weather events such as hurricanes, heatwaves, and heavy rainfall.
Correct answer is: More frequent extreme weather events
Q.6 Which international agreement aims to limit global temperature rise to below 2°C above pre-industrial levels?
Kyoto Protocol
Paris Agreement
Copenhagen Accord
Rio Declaration
Explanation - The Paris Agreement, adopted in 2015, aims to limit global temperature rise to well below 2°C and pursue efforts to limit it to 1.5°C.
Correct answer is: Paris Agreement
Q.7 Which of the following gases has the highest Global Warming Potential (GWP) over a 100-year period?
Carbon Dioxide (CO₂)
Methane (CH₄)
Nitrous Oxide (N₂O)
Sulphur Hexafluoride (SF₆)
Explanation - Sulphur Hexafluoride has a GWP of 23,500, making it the most potent greenhouse gas among the options.
Correct answer is: Sulphur Hexafluoride (SF₆)
Q.8 Which of the following is a major source of methane emissions?
Burning of fossil fuels
Agriculture and livestock
Industrial processes
Transportation
Explanation - Methane is primarily emitted during agricultural practices, especially from enteric fermentation in ruminant animals.
Correct answer is: Agriculture and livestock
Q.9 The National Disaster Management Plan (NDMP) in India was launched in which year?
2005
2011
2016
2020
Explanation - The NDMP was launched in 2016 to provide a framework for disaster management in India.
Correct answer is: 2016
Q.10 Which of the following is a non-structural measure for disaster risk reduction?
Building dams
Strengthening infrastructure
Community awareness programs
Constructing levees
Explanation - Non-structural measures include policies, education, and community engagement to reduce disaster risks.
Correct answer is: Community awareness programs
Q.11 Which of the following is a characteristic of a heatwave?
High humidity and low temperatures
High temperatures and low humidity
Low temperatures and high humidity
High temperatures and high humidity
Explanation - Heatwaves are characterized by prolonged periods of excessively high temperatures, often combined with high humidity.
Correct answer is: High temperatures and high humidity
Q.12 Which of the following is the main objective of the National Action Plan on Climate Change (NAPCC) in India?
To reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 50%
To promote sustainable development through eight national missions
To ban all fossil fuel-based energy sources
To increase deforestation for carbon sequestration
Explanation - NAPCC aims to promote sustainable development through eight national missions focusing on various aspects of climate change.
Correct answer is: To promote sustainable development through eight national missions
Q.13 Which of the following is a major source of carbon dioxide emissions?
Deforestation
Burning of fossil fuels
Agriculture
Industrial processes
Explanation - The combustion of fossil fuels for energy and transportation is the largest source of CO₂ emissions globally.
Correct answer is: Burning of fossil fuels
Q.14 Which of the following is a consequence of sea-level rise due to climate change?
Expansion of coastal wetlands
Increased salinity in freshwater aquifers
Decrease in coastal erosion
Increase in fish populations
Explanation - Sea-level rise leads to saltwater intrusion into freshwater aquifers, affecting water quality and availability.
Correct answer is: Increased salinity in freshwater aquifers
Q.15 Which of the following is a major contributor to ocean acidification?
Increased CO₂ emissions
Deforestation
Overfishing
Plastic pollution
Explanation - Higher CO₂ levels lead to more CO₂ being absorbed by oceans, resulting in ocean acidification.
Correct answer is: Increased CO₂ emissions
Q.16 Which of the following is a key feature of the Paris Agreement?
Legally binding emissions reduction targets for all countries
Voluntary emissions reduction commitments by countries
Complete ban on fossil fuel usage
Mandatory carbon taxes for all nations
Explanation - The Paris Agreement allows countries to set their own nationally determined contributions (NDCs) for emissions reductions.
Correct answer is: Voluntary emissions reduction commitments by countries
Q.17 Which of the following is a primary goal of disaster preparedness?
To prevent all disasters from occurring
To ensure a quick and effective response to disasters
To ignore potential risks
To delay response until after a disaster
Explanation - Disaster preparedness involves planning and training to enable a swift and effective response when disasters occur.
Correct answer is: To ensure a quick and effective response to disasters
Q.18 Which of the following is a structural measure for disaster risk reduction?
Community education programs
Building codes and land-use planning
Public awareness campaigns
Emergency response drills
Explanation - Structural measures involve physical constructions like dams, levees, and buildings designed to reduce disaster risks.
Correct answer is: Building codes and land-use planning
Q.19 Which of the following is a non-renewable energy source contributing to climate change?
Solar energy
Wind energy
Coal
Hydropower
Explanation - Coal is a fossil fuel that releases large amounts of CO₂ when burned, contributing to climate change.
Correct answer is: Coal