Geography and Environment Flashcards

The 'Ring of Fire' is associated with which type of geographic phenomenon?

Answer: High volcanic and earthquake activity around the Pacific Ocean

The 'Ring of Fire' is a horseshoe-shaped zone of intense seismic and volcanic activity that encircles the Pacific Ocean.

Which planet in our solar system is known as the 'Red Planet'?

Answer: Mars

Mars is called the 'Red Planet' because its surface is rich in iron oxide (rust), giving it a distinctive red/orange color.

The 'Bharat Stage' (BS) emission norms in India are based on which international standards?

Answer: European Euro emission standards

Bharat Stage (BS) emission norms are based on European Euro emission standards, adapted for Indian conditions to control vehicular air pollution.

Which waterway connects the Red Sea to the Mediterranean Sea?

Answer: Suez Canal

The Suez Canal, an artificial waterway in Egypt, connects the Red Sea (Indian Ocean) with the Mediterranean Sea, eliminating the need to sail around Africa.

The National Action Plan on Climate Change (NAPCC) was launched by India in which year?

Answer: 2008

India's National Action Plan on Climate Change (NAPCC) was launched on June 30, 2008, by Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, with 8 national missions.

Which Indian state has the largest area under forest cover according to the India State of Forest Report?

Answer: Madhya Pradesh

Madhya Pradesh has the largest forest area among all Indian states in absolute terms, covering approximately 77,482 sq km of forest cover.