IGNOU MED-008 December 2022 Previous Year Question Paper

Q1.Answer any four of the following questions: 4x5=20

(a) | Explain how globalisation has led to large scale disruption of ecosystems, giving suitable examples. 5

(b) Explain the phenomenon of tsunami. Give an example of its occurrence along with the impacts. 5

(c) What are man-made disasters ? Give any two examples of sudden man-made disasters. Briefly explain their consequences. 5

(d) | Explain the North-South divide. 5

(e) What is CSD and its role ? Briefly give the provisions of the four Sections of Agenda 21 of Rio Declaration of 1992. 5

(f) Describe any five general principles of International Environmental Law.

Q2.Answer any three of the following questions : 3x5=15

(a) Describe the purpose of creation of World Bank. List the World Bank’s four environmental objectives. 5

(b) Explain, giving suitable examples, how international trade is a matter of concern for the environment. 5 MED-008 2

(c) List any five organisations addressing environmental concerns of Sri Lanka and mention their role. 5

(d) Describe briefly the two dominant perspectives on the role of NGOs. 5

(e) Discuss the main aspects of Chilika Bachao Andolan.

Q3.Answer any three of the following questions : 3x5=15

(a) Why could Enron Power Project (Nepal) not materialise ? Explain. 5

(b) What is meant by biodiversity ? Explain the new and emerging threats to biodiversity. 5

(c) What are micronutrients ? Give any four examples. List any four consequences of micronutrient deficiency in child nutrition. 5

(d) What is meant by “Green Business” and “Green Consumerism” ? Explain. 5

(e) How can social awareness bring a change in the perception of the people towards environment ? Explain briefly.