NCERT Class 12 Economics Chapter 16 Environmental Sustainable Development MCQs & PYQ

In NCERT Class 12 Economics Chapter 16, titled "Environmental Sustainable Development," students explore the relationship between economic development and environmental conservation. This chapter emphasizes the need for sustainable practices to balance economic growth with ecological preservation. Key topics include the concept of sustainable development, environmental degradation, global warming, and government policies for environmental protection.
This article serves as a comprehensive resource for exam preparation. It includes sample MCQs and subjective questions for CBSE and CUET, along with downloadable PDFs of Class 12 Economics Chapter 16 MCQs and previous year questions for detailed practice of NCERT Class 12 Environmental Sustainable Development.
Class 12 Economics Chapter 16 MCQs
This question bank includes previous years' CUET and CBSE MCQs, along with questions curated by subject experts. Below are 5 sample multiple-choice questions (MCQs) for Class 12 Economics Chapter 16: Environmental Sustainable Development. For the full set of 50 questions, download the PDF using the link provided below.
1- Identify, which of the following is an incorrect function of environment?
(a) Supplies resources         (b) Assimilates waste
(c) Land degradation         (d) Provides aesthetic services
2. Arrange the following events in their ascending order of occurrence:
A. Global Warming          B. Deforestation
C. Increasing population          D. Increase in greenhouse gases
E. Increase in demand for fuel
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
(a) C, E, B, D, A          (b) A, D, B, E, C           (c) E, D, C, B, A          (d) A, B, C, D, E
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3. In an economy, when the rate of resource extraction is lower than the rate of regeneration of the resource, the environment may operate _____________.
(a) within its carrying capacity.          (b) beyond its absorptive capacity.
(c) beyond its carrying capacity.           (d) beyond its aesthetic capacity.
4. Carrying Capacity implies that __________.
(i) Resource extraction should remain below the rate of regeneration.
(ii) Resource extraction should remain above the rate of regeneration.
(iii) Generation of waste should remain within the absorption capacity of the environment.
(iv) Generation of waste should be more than the absorption capacity of the environment.
(a) (i) and (iv)       (b) (i) and (iii)           (c) (ii) and (iii)           (d) (ii) and (iv)
5. Which is the major environmental issue?
(a) Poor Health of Masses          (b) Global Warming
(c) High population           (d) Illiteracy
Class 12 Economics Chapter 16 Subjective Questions Without Solutions
This question bank includes previous years' CBSE subjective questions (2 marks and above) without solutions, along with expert-curated questions. Below are 5 sample subjective questions for Class 12 Economics Chapter 16: Environmental Sustainable Development. To access all questions, download the PDF from the link provided below.
  1. If the rate of resource extraction exceeds the rate of regeneration, it leads to reduction in carrying capacity of the environment. Highlight any two consequences, stated in the given statement.
(CBSE 2022, 3M)
  1. Explain how the opportunity costs of negative environment impacts are high.
(CBSE 2022, 3M)
  1. State the meaning of Environmental crisis and its impact on resources.
(CBSE 2022, 3M)
  1. State any two harmful effects of Global warming.
  1. Give two instances of:
(i) Overuse of environmental resources.
(ii) Misuse of environmental resources.
(CBSE 2022, 2M)
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Sub Areas of Chapter 16: Environmental Sustainable Development
Chapter Name
Sub Topics
Environmental Sustainable Development
16.1 Concept and Importance of Sustainable Development
16.2 Environmental Degradation
16.3 Global Warming and Climate Change
16.4 Government Policies and Initiatives
16.5 Role of International Organizations
Review of NCERT Class 12 Economics Chapter 16
In NCERT Class 12 Economics Chapter 16, "Environmental Sustainable Development," students gain a deeper understanding of the challenges associated with balancing economic growth and environmental sustainability. The chapter highlights the role of sustainable practices, policy measures, and international cooperation in mitigating environmental issues and promoting long-term development.
Mastering this chapter is crucial for understanding global environmental challenges and preparing for exams like CBSE, CUET, and other competitive exams.
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