BECE-143 · June 2023 · English
IGNOU BECE-143 June 2023 Previous Year Question Paper
ENVIRONMENTAL ECONOMICS
Structured previous year question paper for BECE-143, June 2023 session.
Max marks: 100 · Questions: 12 · Sections: 3
Verified: 5 Aug 2026
BACHELOR OF ARTS (HONOURS)
ECONOMICS (BAECH)
Term-End Examination
June, 2023
BECE-143 : ENVIRONMENTAL ECONOMICS
Time : 3 Hours Maximum Marks : 100
Note : Answer questions from all the Sections as
directed.
Section—A
Note : Answer any two questions from this S ection
in about 600 words each. 2 × 20 = 40
Q1.Explain the implications of the laws of thermodynamics for the interaction between economy and environment.
Q2.Discuss the concept of negative externality in consumption with the conditions necessary for arriving at an efficient outcome.
Q3.Present an overview of the evolution of environmental policy in India.
Q4.Describe the complexities involved in addressing the pollution effects in global commons. [ 2 ]
Section—B
Note : Answer any four questions from this Section
in about 350 words each. 12×4=48
Q5.Define Coase theorem. Highlight its limitations.
Q6.Outline how the concept of liability i s an effective instrument in the efficient controlling of pollution.
Q7.Distinguish between positive economics and normative economics.
Q8.Describe the concept of comparative advantages in trade.
Q9.Discuss the theoretical rationale for environmental regulations.
Q10.Distinguish between the use -value and non - use-value of environmental services.
Q11.Outline the issue behind the ‘growth - environmental’ controversy.
Section—C
Note : Answer in about 100-150 words each :
Q12.Write short notes on any two of the following :
(a) Green National Accounts
(b) Expenditure method to measure GDP
(c) Economic perspec tive on sustainable development
(d) Tradable Emission Permits 2023 -143 2 × 20 = 40 4×12=48 (GDP)