Question 11 MarkFine dust released from cement factories can damage human and animal lungs.AnswerTrueView full question & answer→
Question 21 MarkThe ‘natural resource curse’ is also known as the ‘paradox of plenty’.AnswerTrueView full question & answer→
Question 31 MarkHaving natural resources guarantees a country’s wealth.AnswerFalseView full question & answer→
Question 41 MarkReaching agreements on natural resource sharing between countries is easy.AnswerFalseView full question & answer→
Question 51 MarkWootz steel is an example of combining resources with human skill.AnswerTrueView full question & answer→
Question 61 MarkSustainable materials created today are more polluting than traditional cement.Answerfalse-Reason: Sustainable materials are designed to be less polluting and environmentally friendly compared to cement.View full question & answer→
Question 71 MarkThe Kaveri River water sharing between Karnataka and Tamil Nadu required negotiations.Answertrue-Reason: Negotiations were needed for peaceful and fair sharing of water.View full question & answer→
Question 81 MarkNatural resources always bring only positive effects.Answerfalse-Reason: They can also lead to conflict and loss of sacred places.View full question & answer→
Question 91 MarkTribal communities are sometimes displaced due to resource-based development.Answertrue-Reason: Many have lost homes to make way for industries and other projects.View full question & answer→
Question 101 MarkIndustries near natural resources do not help local employment.Answerfalse-Reason: They create jobs and boost local economies.View full question & answer→