Environment – Easy Level – GK Questions

Default effects leverage inertia; making sustainable choices the default significantly increases adoption while preserving individual choice to switch.

Behavioral interventions leveraging descriptive and injunctive norms (what others do/approve) can effectively promote actions like energy conservation and waste reduction.

Mining activities on the ocean floor can destroy habitats, release sediment plumes, and disrupt deep-sea biodiversity, raising concerns about sustainable resource extraction.

Pharmaceutical residues enter water systems through sewage, agricultural runoff, and manufacturing effluents, posing risks to aquatic life and potentially human health.

Van Panchayats are village-level institutions that manage local forests for sustainable use of fodder, fuelwood, and minor forest produce, recognized under state law.

Traditional farmers use crop rotation and fallow periods to restore soil nutrients naturally, reducing dependence on chemical fertilizers.

Founded by Guru Jambheshwar in the 15th century, Bishnois follow 29 principles including strict conservation of flora and fauna, exemplified by the Khejarli sacrifice.

Designated by the UN, this day highlights the importance of mountains for biodiversity, water resources, climate regulation, and livelihoods of mountain communities.

Organized by Ocean Conservancy, this global event engages millions of volunteers to collect trash from beaches and waterways, raising awareness about ocean pollution.

Designated by the UN, World Soil Day promotes sustainable soil management practices to combat soil degradation and ensure food security.

Designated by the UN, this day commemorates the adoption of the Convention on Biological Diversity and encourages action to protect species and ecosystems.

Established by the UN in 1993, World Water Day focuses on sustainable management of freshwater and raising awareness about water-related challenges.

IQAir aggregates data from government monitoring stations and community sensors to provide comparative air quality assessments globally.

The SDG Index, published by the Sustainable Development Solutions Network, tracks countries' performance across all 17 SDGs with specific indicators.

The Living Planet Index measures changes in abundance of vertebrate species populations globally, serving as a key indicator of biodiversity health.

RTI empowers citizens to access government records, enhancing transparency, accountability, and public participation in environmental governance.

SPCBs implement pollution control laws at state level, monitor compliance, and enforce standards for industrial and municipal discharges.

Indian courts have applied this doctrine to safeguard rivers, forests, and other ecological assets from privatization or degradation, ensuring intergenerational equity.

Such decentralized models empower local communities to own and operate energy systems, ensuring reliability and affordability in remote areas.

Wind energy harnesses kinetic energy from air movement using turbines, providing clean electricity without fuel costs or direct emissions.