MCQs on The Impact of Climate Change on India’s Geography

Which of the following is a significant impact of climate change on the Himalayan glaciers?
- A) Increased snowfall
- B) Glacier retreat
- C) Stabilization of glaciers
- D) Formation of new glaciers
  Answer: B) Glacier retreat
What is the projected rise in sea levels due to climate change by the end of the 21st century?
- A) 10-20 cm
- B) 30-50 cm
- C) 50-100 cm
- D) 100-150 cm
  Answer: C) 50-100 cm
Which Indian state is most vulnerable to the impacts of rising sea levels?
- A) Punjab
- B) Uttar Pradesh
- C) Kerala
- D) Rajasthan
  Answer: C) Kerala
The increase in frequency and intensity of which weather event is linked to climate change in India?
- A) Droughts
- B) Floods
- C) Hurricanes
- D) All of the above
  Answer: D) All of the above
Which of the following regions in India is projected to experience severe drought conditions due to climate change?
- A) Western Ghats
- B) Indo-Gangetic Plain
- C) Thar Desert
- D) Northeastern states
  Answer: C) Thar Desert
Climate change is expected to affect agricultural productivity in India primarily through which of the following?
- A) Increased rainfall
- B) Extreme weather events
- C) Stabilized temperatures
- D) Reduced sunlight
  Answer: B) Extreme weather events
Which of the following is a direct consequence of climate change on India’s biodiversity?
- A) Increased species diversity
- B) Habitat loss
- C) Improved species distribution
- D) None of the above
  Answer: B) Habitat loss
The Indian monsoon is expected to become more unpredictable due to climate change. What is one consequence of this?
- A) More consistent rainfall patterns
- B) Improved agricultural yield
- C) Increased crop failures
- D) Decreased water scarcity
  Answer: C) Increased crop failures
Which of the following regions is most likely to face increased flooding due to climate change?
- A) Deccan Plateau
- B) Coastal regions
- C) Northern Plains
- D) Himalayan region
  Answer: B) Coastal regions
What is the role of the Indian Ocean Dipole in the context of climate change?
- A) It has no impact.
- B) It stabilizes monsoon patterns.
- C) It affects weather patterns and precipitation in India.
- D) It reduces global temperatures.
  Answer: C) It affects weather patterns and precipitation in India.
Which sector in India is expected to be the most adversely affected by climate change?
- A) IT sector
- B) Agricultural sector
- C) Manufacturing sector
- D) Service sector
  Answer: B) Agricultural sector
Rising temperatures are likely to impact water resources in India by:
- A) Increasing freshwater availability
- B) Decreasing evaporation rates
- C) Causing glacial melt and altered river flows
- D) Stabilizing water levels
  Answer: C) Causing glacial melt and altered river flows
What is the primary cause of increased desertification in India due to climate change?
- A) Excessive rainfall
- B) Deforestation
- C) Urbanization
- D) Decreased agricultural activities
  Answer: B) Deforestation
Which of the following strategies is essential for mitigating the impacts of climate change on India’s geography?
- A) Increased fossil fuel consumption
- B) Conservation of natural resources
- C) Urban sprawl
- D) Industrial expansion
  Answer: B) Conservation of natural resources
Which river in India is significantly affected by glacial melt due to climate change?
- A) Ganga
- B) Yamuna
- C) Brahmaputra
- D) Godavari
  Answer: C) Brahmaputra
Climate change is likely to cause which of the following changes in the Indian agricultural calendar?
- A) Earlier sowing and harvesting
- B) Uniform sowing dates across the country
- C) Delayed harvesting due to floods
- D) No changes in the agricultural calendar
  Answer: A) Earlier sowing and harvesting
Which of the following states in India is experiencing severe water scarcity due to climate change?
- A) Himachal Pradesh
- B) Maharashtra
- C) Sikkim
- D) Gujarat
  Answer: D) Gujarat
What is the significance of the Western Ghats in the context of climate change?
- A) They have no impact on climate.
- B) They are a biodiversity hotspot that faces threats from climate change.
- C) They increase rainfall throughout India.
- D) They are solely responsible for monsoon patterns.
  Answer: B) They are a biodiversity hotspot that faces threats from climate change.
Which climate phenomenon is associated with increased monsoon rainfall in India?
- A) El Niño
- B) La Niña
- C) North Atlantic Oscillation
- D) Arctic Oscillation
  Answer: B) La Niña
The impact of climate change on fisheries in India is primarily due to:
- A) Decreased water temperatures
- B) Ocean acidification and altered fish migratory patterns
- C) Increased fish populations
- D) Improved fishing technologies
  Answer: B) Ocean acidification and altered fish migratory patterns
Which of the following regions is expected to experience more intense heatwaves due to climate change?
- A) Northern plains
- B) Coastal regions
- C) Himalayan region
- D) Western Ghats
  Answer: A) Northern plains
The concept of ‘climate refugees’ refers to:
- A) People moving to colder climates
- B) People displaced due to climate change effects
- C) Tourists visiting cooler regions
- D) None of the above
  Answer: B) People displaced due to climate change effects
Which of the following is an impact of climate change on India’s coastal areas?
- A) Decreased salinity levels
- B) Increased cyclone intensity
- C) Stabilized coastlines
- D) Enhanced biodiversity
  Answer: B) Increased cyclone intensity
Which of the following is an adaptation strategy for combating climate change in agriculture?
- A) Monoculture farming
- B) Crop diversification
- C) Reduced irrigation
- D) Increased pesticide use
  Answer: B) Crop diversification
The increase in atmospheric carbon dioxide due to climate change primarily affects:
- A) Soil fertility
- B) Water quality
- C) Photosynthesis and plant growth
- D) None of the above
  Answer: C) Photosynthesis and plant growth
Which of the following is a potential consequence of melting permafrost in the Indian Himalayan region?
- A) Increased biodiversity
- B) Release of greenhouse gases
- C) Stabilization of the climate
- D) Reduced glacial runoff
  Answer: B) Release of greenhouse gases
The IPCC (Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change) provides:
- A) Financial aid for climate change projects
- B) Scientific assessments on climate change
- C) Legal frameworks for climate treaties
- D) None of the above
  Answer: B) Scientific assessments on climate change
Which of the following is NOT a predicted effect of climate change on monsoon patterns in India?
- A) Increased rainfall variability
- B) Lengthened monsoon season
- C) Uniform distribution of rainfall
- D) Altered monsoon onset dates
  Answer: C) Uniform distribution of rainfall
Which major Indian city is at risk of severe flooding due to climate change and rising sea levels?
- A) New Delhi
- B) Kolkata
- C) Jaipur
- D) Chandigarh
  Answer: B) Kolkata
The National Action Plan on Climate Change (NAPCC) was launched by the Government of India to:
- A) Increase fossil fuel usage
- B) Mitigate the impact of climate change and promote sustainable development
- C) Halt all industrial activity
- D) Promote only renewable energy sources
  Answer: B) Mitigate the impact of climate change and promote sustainable development

These questions aim to assess the understanding of the impacts of climate change on India’s geography, including environmental, social, and economic aspects.

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