Natural Resources Quiz - CBSE Class 11 Social Science

Free practice quiz: Natural Resources (CBSE Class 11 Social Science). 31 multiple-choice questions with answers and explanations. Play online, no sign-up needed.

Sample questions

1. Which of the following is a renewable natural resource?

   1. Coal
   2. Petroleum
   3. Natural Gas
   4. Solar Energy
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   Answer: D. Solar Energy

   Renewable resources are naturally replenished over a relatively short period. Solar energy is a continuous source of energy from the sun.

2. What are the major challenges in managing water resources in India?

   1. Abundant water availability
   2. Even distribution of water resources
   3. Water scarcity and pollution
   4. No need for water conservation
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   Answer: C. Water scarcity and pollution

   India faces challenges due to uneven distribution of water, over-extraction of groundwater, and water pollution.

3. How does population growth impact natural resources?

   1. It has no impact
   2. It increases the demand for resources
   3. It reduces the demand for resources
   4. It increases the supply of resources
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   Answer: B. It increases the demand for resources

   Larger populations require more resources for sustenance and development, increasing pressure on natural resources.

4. Analyze the concept of 'ecological footprint' and its relevance to sustainable resource management.

   1. Ecological footprint is irrelevant to sustainability
   2. Ecological footprint measures the amount of resources consumed by an individual or population
   3. Ecological footprint only applies to developed countries
   4. Ecological footprint measures the amount of waste produced
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   Answer: B. Ecological footprint measures the amount of resources consumed by an individual or population

   Ecological footprint quantifies the impact of human activities on the environment, indicating the amount of resources needed to support a certain lifestyle.

5. Which of the following is a major cause of water pollution?

   1. Sewage
   2. Industrial effluents
   3. Agricultural runoff
   4. All of the above
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   Answer: D. All of the above

   Sewage, industrial effluents and agricultural runoff all contain pollutants that contaminate water sources.

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