About this previous year paper
This question paper evaluates a student’s understanding of environmental science, natural resources, ecology, pollution, waste management, global warming, and environmental protection laws.
The paper is divided into three sections, combining short definitions, medium-length explanations, and long descriptive answers.
SECTION – A (10 × 2 = 20 Marks)
This section contains ten very short questions, each requiring simple definitions or brief explanations.
Topics include:
Natural resources
Greenhouse gases
Eutrophication
Ozone layer
Engineering materials
Pollutants
Endemism & examples
Mulching
Classification of natural resources
This section checks fundamental concepts and key terms.
SECTION – B (5 × 10 = 50 Marks)
Students must attempt any five medium-length descriptive questions.
Topics include:
Effects of deforestation
Solid waste management
Incineration and combustion methods
Components of an ecosystem and their functions
Ecological pyramids
Global warming—effects and remedies
Greenhouse effect
Measures to conserve forest health
This section tests conceptual clarity, environmental processes, and conservation knowledge.
SECTION – C (2 × 15 = 30 Marks)
Students must attempt any two long-answer questions involving detailed explanation.
Topics include:
Nuclear energy: advantages & disadvantages
Electricity generation from fossil fuels and its environmental impacts
Salient features of the Wildlife Protection Act
This section evaluates deep understanding, analytical ability, and environmental awareness.