UNDP QUIZ 5

1. United Nations Environment Programme was established in

a. 1952 b. 1972 c. 1962 d. 1982 Answer: b

2. The “United Nations Development Programme” was founded by

a. Maurice Strong b. Achim Stiener c. Li Yong d. Francis Gurry
Answer. a.

3. Headquarters of “United Nations Environment Programme” is located in

a. Greenland b. Rome c. Netherlands d. Nairobi Answer. D

4. International organization which coordinates the environmental activities is known as

a. United Nations Economic and Social Council c. United Nations
b. United Nations Social Council d. United Nations Security Council Ans. C

5. Given below are two statements:

Statement I: Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) were set to be achieved by
2030.
Statement II: Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) were set to be achieved by
2015.
In light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options
given below:
a. Both Statement I and Statement Il are correct.
b. Both Statement I and Statement II are incorrect.
c. Statement I is correct but Statement II is incorrect.
d. Statement I is incorrect but Statement II is correct. Answer. B

6. Every year, the United Nations observes World Day to Combat Desertification and
Drought on …………….
a. Jan 20 b. June 17 c. April 22 d. July 12 Ans.: b

7. UNCCD refers to United Nations ……………………. to combat desertification.

a. Committee b. contract c. convention d. none of the above Ans. C

8. What is the correct order of the 3R principle?

a. Recycle, Reuse, reduce c. Reuse, Reduce, Recycle
b. Reduce, Reuse, Recycle d. None of the above Ans. B

9. In which of the given year does the amendment of the Forest Conservation Act take
place?
a. 1976 b.1988 c. 1980 d.1971 Ans. B
10. Hepatitis A is what kind of disease?
a. Food contamination b. Water-borne disease c. Air-borne disease
d. Both (A.) and (B.) Ans. D

11. Mention the category that is the worst sufferer of destruction of environment:
a. Moderate class b. Rich c. Poor d. All of the above Ans. C

12. How many Biodiversity hotspots exist in the world?

a. 34 b. 30 c. 35 d. 36 Ans. 36

13. State the name of the drug that is associated with the plant source of coffee or tea.
a. Camphor b. Opium Poppy c. Caffeine d. Thorn Apple Ans. C

14. What factors are considered as the causes of eutrophication?

a. Increment in plant nutrients c. Using fertilizers excessively
b. Both (A) and (B) d. None of the above Ans. B

15. Name the instrument that is used to measure temperature, pressure as well as humidity
at numerous altitudes within the atmosphere.
a. Altimeter b. Barograph c. Radiosonde d. Aneroid Barometer Ans. C

16. Name the sea that is commonly referred to as an oceanic desert.

a. Sargasso Sea b. Red Sea c. Sea of Japan d. Arabian Sea Ans. A

17. Who discovered the term ‘ecosystem’?

a. Odum b. Elton c. Arthur G Tansley d. Clements Ans. C

18. E. O. Wilson’s book which won the award for Best Book on Environmental issues
a) Biodiversity b) Diversity of Life c) Nature d) Man and Life Ans. B

19. What is UNCED?

a) United Nations Conference on Education
b) United Nations Conference on Environmental Day
c) United Nations Conference on Environment and Development
d) None of these Ans. C

20. Atmospheric humidity is measured by

a) Auxanometer b) Photometer c) Hygrometer d) None Ans. C

21. What is environmental sustainability?

a) The ability to maintain ecological balance b) The ability to sustain natural resources
 c) The ability to meet the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future
generations to meet their own needs
d) The ability to reduce waste and pollution Answer: c)
22. Which of the following is not a renewable resource?
a) Solar energy b) Wind energy c) Oil d) Biomass Ans. C)

23. What is the primary cause of climate change?

a) Volcanic eruptions b) Human activities
c) Changes in the earth's orbit d) Sunspots Ans. B)

24. What is the primary cause of deforestation?

a) Forest fires b) Natural disasters c) Agricultural expansion
d) Urbanization Ans. C)

25. What is the main purpose of the Paris Agreement?

a) To reduce global greenhouse gas emissions b) To increase global trade
c) To promote international tourism d) To reduce global poverty Ans. A)

26. What is sustainable land use?

a) Land use that maximizes profits
b) Land use that involves the use of pesticides and fertilizers
c) Land use that is environmentally friendly and conserves natural habitats
d) Land use that involves the destruction of natural habitats Ans. C)

27. What is reforestation?

a) The cutting down of trees for commercial purposes
b) The planting of trees to restore degraded or deforested areas
c) The removal of trees to make way for urban development
d) The harvesting of trees in a way that does not degrade the forest ecosystem Ans. B)

28. What is sustainable forestry?

a) The harvesting of trees in a way that does not degrade the forest ecosystem
b) The removal of trees to make way for urban development
c) The cutting down of trees for commercial purposes
d) The use of heavy machinery to extract timber from forests Ans. A)

29. Why is reducing land degradation important for promoting sustainable use of terrestrial
ecosystems?
a) Because it increases profits for landowners
b) Because it enhances the productivity of the land
c) Because it conserves natural habitats d) Because it reduces biodiversity Ans. B)

30. Why is protecting biodiversity important for promoting sustainable use of terrestrial
ecosystems?
a) Because it enhances the beauty of natural habitats
b) Because it provides recreational opportunities for people
c) Because it is crucial for the functioning of ecosystems and the services they provide
d) Because it leads to increased profits for landowners Ans. C)

31. What is land degradation?

a) The process of restoring degraded or deforested areas
b) The process of reducing the productivity of land
c) The process of conserving natural habitats
d) The process of maximizing profits from land use Ans. B)

32. What are some causes of land degradation?

a) Overgrazing and deforestation b) Sustainable land use practices
c) Use of organic fertilizers and pesticides d) Reforestation Ans. A)

33. How can we halt and reverse land degradation?

a) By implementing sustainable land use practices
b) By encouraging deforestation
c) By increasing the use of chemical fertilizers
d) By promoting overgrazing Ans. A)

34. What is biodiversity loss?

a) The process of enhancing the productivity of ecosystems
b) The process of conserving natural habitats
c) The process of reducing the number of species in an ecosystem
d) The process of maximizing profits from land use Ans. C)

35. How can we halt biodiversity loss?

a) By promoting habitat destruction
b) By encouraging the use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides
c) By implementing conservation measures and protecting natural habitats
d) By promoting overgrazing Ans. C)

36. What is climate change?

a) The natural variation in the earth's climate
b) The process of reducing the amount of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere
c) The process of increasing the amount of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere
d) The long-term change in the earth's climate caused by human activity Ans. D)

37. What are some impacts of climate change?

a) Increased biodiversity and ecosystem productivity
b) Reduced sea levels and melting of polar ice caps
c) Increased frequency and severity of natural disasters
d) Improved crop yields and agricultural productivity Ans. C)
38. How can we combat climate change?
a) By increasing the use of fossil fuels
b) By promoting deforestation
c) By reducing greenhouse gas emissions and increasing the use of renewable energy sources
d) By promoting overconsumption of resources Ans. C)

39. What is the Paris Agreement?

a) A global agreement to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and combat climate change
b) An agreement to promote deforestation and land degradation
c) An agreement to increase the use of fossil fuels
d) An agreement to promote overconsumption of resources Answer: a)

40. Why is urgent action needed to combat climate change?

a) Because it is a natural process and cannot be stopped
b) Because the impacts of climate change are irreversible
c) Because the longer we wait, the more difficult and expensive it becomes to address the
issue
d) Because the impacts of climate change are not significant enough to warrant urgent action
Answer: c)

41. Which of the following is not a characteristic of inclusive cities and human settlements?
a. Access to basic services for all b. Equal opportunities for all
c. Affordable housing for all d. Exclusion of marginalized groups Ans: d

42. Which of the following is a key aspect of safe cities and human settlements?
a. Low crime rates b. Strict law enforcement
c. Emergency preparedness and response d. High levels of surveillance Ans: c.

43. Which of the following is a key aspect of resilient cities and human settlements?
a. Strong infrastructure b. High population density
c. Limited access to natural resources d. Low levels of diversity Ans: a.

44. Which of the following is a key aspect of sustainable cities and human settlements?
a. High levels of consumption b. Overuse of natural resources
c. Energy-efficient buildings d. Limited public transportation options Ans: c.

45. What is the main goal of ensuring sustainable consumption in cities and human
settlements?
a. To increase resource depletion b. To encourage unsustainable production practices
c. To promote overconsumption d. To reduce waste and pollution Ans: d.

46. Which of the following is not a source of modern energy?

a. Fossil fuels b. Solar energy c. Wind energy d. Firewood Ans: d.
47. Which of the following is a key characteristic of affordable energy?
a. High-cost b. Limited access c. Easily accessible d. Unreliable supply Ans: c.

48. Which of the following is a key characteristic of reliable energy?

a. Inconsistent supply b. Limited availability
c. Predictable supply d. High-cost Answer: c.

49. Which of the following is a key characteristic of sustainable energy?

a. Non-renewable source b. High carbon emissions
c. Renewable source d. Limited potential for growth Ans: c.

50. What is the main goal of ensuring access to modern energy in developing countries?
a. To increase reliance on traditional sources of energy
b. To promote energy inequality
c. To reduce poverty and improve living standards
d. To encourage unsustainable production practices
Answer: c.