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Multiple choice geography basic problems of an economy introduction to natural resources (eco) understanding development: perspectives, measurement and sustainability resources - types and conservation

Which is India's largest offshore oil field?

  1. Mumbai High

  2. Digboi

  3. Ankleshwar

  4. Cambay

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Bombay High, also known as Mumbai High, is an offshore oilfield 176 kilometres (109 mi) off the coast of Mumbai, India, in about 75 m of water. The oil operations are run by India's Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC).

Multiple choice geography basic problems of an economy introduction to natural resources (eco) understanding development: perspectives, measurement and sustainability resources - types and conservation

Which one of the following areas is associated with Shale gas and is estimated to be abundantly found in India?

  1. Off-shore rocks

  2. Ignitious rocks

  3. Sedimentary rocks

  4. Marsh land

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Shale gas is a form of unconventional natural gas trapped within fine-grained sedimentary rocks, such as shale, which are rich in organic matter.

Multiple choice geography basic problems of an economy introduction to natural resources (eco) understanding development: perspectives, measurement and sustainability resources - types and conservation

The paradox of diamond is more costly than water is explained by ___________.

  1. marginal utility concept

  2. scarcity

  3. relative cost of production

  4. all of the above

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The paradox of value (diamond-water paradox) is explained by the fact that the marginal utility of a good determines its price, not its total utility. Water is abundant (low marginal utility), while diamonds are scarce (high marginal utility).

Multiple choice geography basic problems of an economy introduction to natural resources (eco) understanding development: perspectives, measurement and sustainability resources - types and conservation

Which one of the following statements is incorrect?

  1. Power generation capacity addition during the XI Plan would be about 74000 MW

  2. In its mid-term review, the Planning Commission had reduced power generation capacity addition target by over 20% to 62374 MW, from 78577 MW

  3. During the X Plan 21080 MW was added against the target of 41000 MW.

  4. 'Bachat Lamp Yojana' was launched with incandescent are replaced by energy efficient CFL's bulbs in the country. This will result in a saving of 5000 MW of power

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

The 'Bachat Lamp Yojana' was indeed a scheme to promote energy-efficient lighting, but the specific claim regarding a 5000 MW saving is often cited as an incorrect or outdated projection in specific exam contexts compared to the other factual plan data.

Multiple choice geography basic problems of an economy introduction to natural resources (eco) understanding development: perspectives, measurement and sustainability resources - types and conservation

In India natural gas demand has been steadily growing at the rate of about ______ during the last 10 years.

  1. 3.5%

  2. 4.5%

  3. 5.5%

  4. 6.5%

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Economic data regarding natural gas consumption in India during the specified decade indicates a growth rate of approximately 6.5%.

Multiple choice geography basic problems of an economy introduction to natural resources (eco) understanding development: perspectives, measurement and sustainability resources - types and conservation

Ecological Degradation is caused by____.

  1. rapid growth of population

  2. high concentration of population in urban areas

  3. inadequate infrastructural facilities

  4. all of the above

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Ecological degradation is a complex issue driven by population pressure, urbanization, and the strain on infrastructure, all of which contribute to environmental stress.

Multiple choice geography basic problems of an economy introduction to natural resources (eco) understanding development: perspectives, measurement and sustainability resources - types and conservation

India has not achieved full convertibility of the Rupee in -

  1. Current Account

  2. Capital Account

  3. Both (a) and (b)

  4. Neither (a) nor (b)

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

India has achieved full convertibility on the current account, but it maintains restrictions on the capital account to manage financial stability and capital flows.

Multiple choice geography basic problems of an economy introduction to natural resources (eco) understanding development: perspectives, measurement and sustainability resources - types and conservation

Which of the following statements is correct with regard to external sector in the post-reform period?

  1. Quantitative restrictions have been imposed on a number of tradable items.

  2. Quantitative restrictions have been removed on most of the items, except a few goods.

  3. The tariff obstacles have been further raised. Foreign investment is now being discouraged.

  4. All of the above.

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

With the regard to external sector in the post reform period the correct statement is that quantitative restrictions(QRs) have been removed on most of the items except a few sensitive items. Also, foreign investment is now liberalized and encouraged with FDI.

Multiple choice geography basic problems of an economy introduction to natural resources (eco) understanding development: perspectives, measurement and sustainability resources - types and conservation

Read the following statement carefully. Write True or False with a reason.
Scarcity exists even when certain goods are available at zero price.

  1. True

  2. False

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Scarcity is a relative concept. Even if a good has a zero price (like air), it is still scarce if the demand for it exceeds the available supply at that price.