Manonmaniam Sundaranar University (MSU) 2010 B.Sc Computer Science , (Manonmaniam Sundaranan University - Question Paper
Code No. : 4461 Reg. No. : ___________
Sub. Code: N5ES1
B.Sc. DEGREE EXAMINATION, APRIL 2010
First Year
Part IV
Paper I ENVIROMENTAL STUDIES
(For those who joined in July 2009-2010 onwards)
Time: Three hours Maximum: 100 marks
SECTION A (10 X 1 = 10marks)
Answer ALL questions.
Choose the correct answer.
1) The predominant gas in the atmosphere is
a) Argon
b) Hydrogen
c) Oxygen
d) Nitrogen
2) For recycling matter which is important?
a) Producers
b) Decomposers
c) Consumers
d) All of these
3) The term Environment literally means
a) The structures
b) The surroundings
c) The climate
d) The systems
4) Today, the worlds number ONE problem is
a) Natural calamities
b) Population explosion
c) Nuclear proliferation
d) Pollution
5) Soil erosion can be prevented by
a) Over grazing
b) Removal of vegetation
c) Shifting soil
d) Afforestation
6) Animals and plants are best protected in
a) National Parks
b) Botanical gardens
c) Sanctuaries
d) Zoos
7) Planting of trees is called
a) Deforestation
b) Afforestation
c) Social forestation
d) Agro forestry
8) Major factor for water pollution is
a) Smoke
b) Mathura Refinery
c) Industrial effluents
d) All of these
9) A phenomenon called Biophilia is propounded by E.O. Wilson in the year ____________.
a) 1944
b) 1974
c) 1954
d) 1984
10) A parameter putforth by WHO to measure the actual burden of disease in the community is the _____________.
a) Life expectancy
b) Daly
c) Mortality
d) Morbidity
SECTION B (5 X 6 = 30marks)
Answer ALL questions, choosing either (a) or (b).
11) Give a note on Solar Energy.
Or
Explain ecological level of organization.
12) Describe the structure of Grassland Ecosystem.
Or
What is Ecological pyramid? Draw on ecological pyramid.
13) Write a note on Hot spots of biodiversity.
Or
What do you mean by disaster management?
14) Suggest the method for reducing pollution.
Or
Explain about the threats of biodiversity.
15) Give a note on Female infanticide.
Or
Describe the concept of basic Human Rights.
SECTION C (5 X 12 = 60marks)
Answer ALL questions, choosing either (a) or (b).
16) Discuss Land as a resource. Explain the methods to prevent soil erosion.
Or
Write an essay on the importance and scope of environmental studies.
17) Explain the development of an ecological succession in a pond.
Or
Describe the structure and importance of forest ecosystem.
18) Write an essay on water pollution and its control measures.
Or
Write a detailed note on conservation of biodiversity.
19) Why are nuclear power stations considered as a threat to ecological
security? Explain.
Or
Give an account of causes and effects of solid waste pollution.
20) Discuss the various effects of climatic changes in Earth.
Or
Examine the role of birth rate, death rate and migration in the growth of population.
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B.Sc. DEGREE EXAMINATION, APRIL 2010
First Year
Part IV
Paper II VALUE BASED EDUCATION
(For those who joined 2009-2010)
Time: Three hours Maximum: 100 marks
SECTION A (10 X 1 = 10 marks)
Answer ALL questions.
Choose the correct answer:
1) The National Human Rights Commission was established in India in the year ____________.
a) 1963
b) 1962
c) 1993
d) 1992
2) HIV affects
a) Digestive system
b) Circulatory system
c) Immune system
d) Nervous system
3) Children can learn about animals at the ___________.
a) Play ground
b) Zoo
c) Library
d) Temple
4) The disposal of Public sectors units in equity in the market refers to
a) Liberalisation
b) Privatisation
c) Globalisation
d) Disinvestments
5) Which one of the following is a radioactive element?
a) Neon
b) Oxygen
c) Uranium
d) Copper
6) Industrial policy indicates the relationship between __________ and business.
a) Industries
b) Employees
c) Government
d) Public Welfare
7) Martin Luther King was awarded the ___________ in 1964.
a) Magsaysay award
b) Lenin prize
c) Noble prize
d) Nehru Award
8) What is the importance of December 10?
a) UN Day
b) Workers Day
c) Childrens Day
d) Human Rights Day
9) Amnesty International is a _____________.
a) Voluntary NGO
b) UN organization
c) Government organization
d) Private company
10) The king of the Market is ____________.
a) Manufacture
b) Middle man
c) Consumer
d) Government
SECTION B (5 X 6 = 30 marks)
Answer ALL questions, choosing either (a) or (b).
11) Bring out the need for value-based education.
Or
Write about the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.
12) Mention the factors that lead to National Integration.
Or
Give a note on Female Infanticide.
13) Explain the concept of secularism.
Or
What are the developmental programs available for Tribals in India?
14) How to prevent Drug Abuse?
Or
Analyse the causes for population growth.
15) Briefly, explain the objectives of Consumer Protection Act?
Or
What are the factors that influence the growth of Multinational Corporation?
SECTION C (5 X 12 = 60marks)
Answer ALL questions, choosing either (a) or (b)
16) Write an essay on the political rights enshrined in the constitution of India.
Or
Explain the factors, which cause the social injustice in India.
17) What are the important practices followed by people to the personal
hygiene?
Or
Explain the structure and functioning of National Commission for Women.
18) Write an essay on Terrorism in India.
Or
Examine the role of NGOs in creating awareness about Communal
Harmony.
19) Describe the causes for the failure of Family Planning Programme in India.
Or
Briefly explain the contributions of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar to the society.
20) Give an account of AIDS.
Or
Briefly explain the arguments in favour and against the Mandal Commission
Report.
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