Geography Optional – Paper II
Page 16 – Climate Change, Disaster & Sustainability
Advanced Analytical Questions (Q301–320)
1. Climate Change in Indian Context
- Rising Temperature Trends
- Monsoon Variability
- Glacial Retreat in Himalayas
- Sea Level Rise along Coasts
2. Disaster Geography
- Flood-Prone Areas (Brahmaputra, Ganga Basin)
- Cyclone Vulnerability (Odisha, Andhra Coast)
- Earthquake Zones (Himalayan Belt)
- Drought-Prone Regions (Deccan Plateau)
3. Sustainability & Environmental Governance
- National Action Plan on Climate Change
- Disaster Management Act 2005
- Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
- Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ)
4. Adaptation & Mitigation Strategies
- Renewable Energy Transition
- Climate-Resilient Agriculture
- Afforestation & Carbon Sequestration
- Urban Flood Management
📘 Model Questions & Answers (Q301–310)
Q301. Analyse climate change impacts on Indian monsoon.
Answer: Climate change has increased variability in monsoon patterns, leading to erratic rainfall, extreme events and regional drought-flood cycles.
Answer: Climate change has increased variability in monsoon patterns, leading to erratic rainfall, extreme events and regional drought-flood cycles.
Q302. Discuss Himalayan glacier retreat consequences.
Answer: Glacial melt threatens long-term river flow stability and increases risk of glacial lake outburst floods (GLOFs).
Answer: Glacial melt threatens long-term river flow stability and increases risk of glacial lake outburst floods (GLOFs).
Q303. Evaluate cyclone vulnerability of east coast.
Answer: Warm Bay of Bengal waters intensify cyclones, affecting Odisha and Andhra Pradesh frequently.
Answer: Warm Bay of Bengal waters intensify cyclones, affecting Odisha and Andhra Pradesh frequently.
Q304. Explain flood hazards in Ganga-Brahmaputra basin.
Answer: Heavy rainfall, siltation and embankment failures contribute to annual flooding.
Answer: Heavy rainfall, siltation and embankment failures contribute to annual flooding.
Q305. Discuss earthquake risk in Himalayan region.
Answer: Active tectonic plate convergence makes the Himalayan belt highly seismic.
Answer: Active tectonic plate convergence makes the Himalayan belt highly seismic.
Q306. Analyse drought-prone regions of India.
Answer: Interior Maharashtra, Karnataka and Rajasthan face recurrent drought due to rainfall variability.
Answer: Interior Maharashtra, Karnataka and Rajasthan face recurrent drought due to rainfall variability.
Q307. Evaluate National Action Plan on Climate Change.
Answer: NAPCC outlines missions on solar energy, water, sustainable agriculture and green India.
Answer: NAPCC outlines missions on solar energy, water, sustainable agriculture and green India.
Q308. Explain role of renewable energy in mitigation.
Answer: Solar and wind energy reduce carbon emissions and enhance energy security.
Answer: Solar and wind energy reduce carbon emissions and enhance energy security.
Q309. Discuss urban flood management challenges.
Answer: Poor drainage, encroachments and climate variability increase urban flood risk.
Answer: Poor drainage, encroachments and climate variability increase urban flood risk.
Q310. Suggest adaptation measures for coastal regions.
Answer: Mangrove restoration, sea walls and planned relocation reduce vulnerability.
Answer: Mangrove restoration, sea walls and planned relocation reduce vulnerability.
📝 Analytical Short Questions (Q311–320)
- Q311. Explain SDGs relevance to Indian sustainability.
- Q312. Analyse climate-resilient agriculture.
- Q313. Discuss CRZ regulations.
- Q314. Evaluate disaster preparedness in India.
- Q315. Examine role of GIS in disaster management.
- Q316. Discuss heatwave trends in India.
- Q317. Analyse carbon sequestration potential.
- Q318. Evaluate afforestation policies.
- Q319. Discuss water scarcity and climate change link.
- Q320. Critically examine sustainable development in Indian context.
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