LOYOLA COLLEGE (AUTONOMOUS), CHENNAI – 600 034
M.A. DEGREE EXAMINATION – ECONOMICS
FIRST SEMESTER – NOVEMBER 2010
EC 1808 – ENVIRONMENTAL ECONOMICS
Date : 03-11-10 Dept. No. Max. : 100 Marks
Time : 1:00 – 4:00
PART – A
Answer any FIVE questions in about 75 words each (5 x 4 = 20 marks)
- Distinguish between traditional economics and environmental economics.
- Explain the concept global warming.
- What is meant by thermal shock?
- Bring out the significance of recycling of waste.
- Give an account of Solid Waste Pollution.
- Distinguish between first generation and second generation pesticides with suitable examples.
- Bring out the classification of industries according to the Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board.
PART – B
Answer any FOUR questions in about 250 words each (4 x 10 = 40 marks)
- Examine the property rights and Coasean bargaining problem.
- How do you treat environmental quality as a public good?
- Bring out the environmental consequences of rural – urban migration.
- Discuss the causes and consequences of water pollution. Suggest remedies.
- Explain the organization and structure of the ecosystem.
- Bring out the four central goals of any economic system and establish the relationship between environment and the economy.
- Highlight the significance of Environmental Education and training in India.
PART – C
Answer any TWO questions in about 750 words each (2 x 20 = 40 marks)
- Examine the consent sustainable Development with a special reference to India.
- Explain ‘Maximum Social Welfare’ concept with a special reference to Environmental Economics.
- Examine Command and Control Approach and Economic Instruments to control pollution.
- Evaluate our agricultural performance since independence and bring out India’s environmental policy towards Indian agriculture.
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