NALANDA OPEN UNIVERSITY QUESTION, 2011, M.A. [Sociology], Part- II, Paper-IX, ( Environment & Society)

NALANDA OPEN UNIVERSITY QUESTION, 2011, M.A. [Sociology], Part- II, Paper-IX, ( Environment & Society)

                                                                                      2011
                                                                               Full Marks: 80
                                                                               Time: 3 hours
                                   Answer any Five questions. All questions carry equal marks.

1. Critically explain Marx's theory of Alienation.

2. Describe any relevant theory in the context of environment movement in developing countries.

3. What is Naturalism? Give your argument for and against Naturalism and environmental determinism.

4. Which type of pollutions has affected India? Discuss in detail.

5. Explain the concept of pollution. To what extent pollution affects environment? Give your opinion.

6. Define Environment. Describe the impact of population growth on environment.

7. What do you understand by Displacement? Briefly describe the types and consequences of displacement.

8. Explain the concept of Sustainable Development . State the difference between sustainable development and sustainability.

9. What do you understand by Environmentalism? Analyze the major characteristics of Environmentalism in developing countries.

10. Write notes on any Two of the following:-
       (a) Global Environmentalism
       (b) Displacement
       (c) Poverty
       (d)  Culture