CTET CTET Environmental Studies 3

Question 1

Which organization in India is responsible for setting environmental standards and regulations?

Accepted Answer

Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB)

Answer

The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) is the apex body under the Ministry of Environment for setting pollution standards in India.

Question 2

A food chain always begins with:

Accepted Answer

Producers (green plants)

Answer

Food chains always start with producers (green plants) that convert solar energy into food through photosynthesis.

Question 3

The concept of 'sustainable development' means:

Accepted Answer

Meeting present needs without compromising future generations' ability to meet theirs

Answer

Sustainable development means meeting current needs while ensuring future generations can also meet their needs, balancing growth with conservation.

Question 4

Which of the following states in India receives the highest annual rainfall?

Accepted Answer

Meghalaya

Answer

Meghalaya, particularly Mawsynram and Cherrapunji, receives the highest annual rainfall in India due to monsoon geography.

Question 5

The EVS curriculum for Classes 3-5 as per NCF 2005 is primarily organized around:

Accepted Answer

Six thematic areas including family, food, water, shelter, travel, and things we make

Answer

NCF 2005 organizes EVS around six themes: family and friends, food, shelter, water, travel, and things we make and do.

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