Skip to main content
Chapter 8 of 8
Flashcards

Environment and Society

Gujarat Board · Class 11 · Sociology

Flashcards for Environment and Society — Gujarat Board Class 11 Sociology. Quick Q&A cards covering key concepts, definitions, and formulas.

45 questions20 flashcards5 concepts

Interactive on Super Tutor

Studying Environment and Society? Get the full interactive chapter.

Quizzes, flashcards, AI doubt-solver and a step-by-step study plan — built for flashcards and more.

1,000+ Class 11 students started this chapter today

20 Flashcards
Card 1Basic Concepts

What is Environment? Define it according to the Environment Protection Act, 1986.

Answer

Environment is the geographical condition surrounding us, including both animate and inanimate elements. According to Environment Protection Act, 1986: Environment includes water, air and land and int

Card 2Environmental Elements

What are the two main categories of environmental elements? Give examples of each.

Answer

1. Biotic elements: Plants and trees, living creatures (animals, birds, humans), molds and insects 2. Abiotic elements: Five elements - fire, water, air, land (earth) and space (panchmahabhoot)

Card 3Environmental Elements

Explain the GOD concept in environmental context.

Answer

G-Generator: plants and trees which produce oxygen, leaves, grass, fruits, food grains O-Operator: excreta of creatures on which molds and insects sustain D-Decomposer: molds and insects which make th

Card 4Environmental Components

What are the four main components of environment?

Answer

1. Atmosphere - air, sunlight, temperature, humidity 2. Lithosphere - hard surface of earth, rocks, soil 3. Hydrosphere - water bodies (97% oceans, 2% ice caps, 1% rivers/lakes) 4. Biosphere - thin la

Card 5Types of Environment

According to Landis, what are the three types of environment from sociological viewpoint?

Answer

1. Natural environment - substances like sun, moon, earth, water, air (unaffected by human strength) 2. Social environment - created by humans, they remain linked with it throughout life 3. Cultural e

Card 6Environment Impact on Humans

How does location affect human society? What three factors are involved?

Answer

Location plays important role in social, economic, political and cultural development through: 1. Location of situation 2. Size 3. Shape Longitude determines time, latitude determines climate, natural

Card 7Environmental Movements

What is the Chipko Movement? Who led it and what was its outcome?

Answer

Chipko means 'embracing/hugging'. Movement in north-east India where local tribal people hugged trees to prevent government-contracted company from cutting them. Led by women under Gauri Devi's leader

Card 8Environmental Movements

Name any four environmental movements in India.

Answer

1. Chipko Movement (Uttarakhand) - forest protection 2. Narmada Bachao Andolan - against Narmada Dam 3. Sound of Nature/Save Silent Valley (Kerala, 1978) - against hydroelectric project 4. Bishnoi Mov

+12 more flashcards available

Practice All

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in Environment and Society for Gujarat Board Class 11 Sociology?
Environment and Society covers several key topics that are frequently asked in Gujarat Board Class 11 board exams. Focus on the core concepts listed on this page and practise related questions to build confidence.
How to score full marks in Environment and Society — Gujarat Board Class 11 Sociology?
Understand the core concepts first, then work through the 45 practice questions available for this chapter. Revise formulas and definitions regularly, and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.
How many flashcards are available for Environment and Society?
There are 20 flashcards for Environment and Society covering key definitions, formulas, and concepts. Use them daily for 10–15 minutes for best results.

Sources & Official References

Content is aligned to the official syllabus. Refer to the board website for the latest curriculum.

For serious students

Get the full Environment and Society chapter — for free.

Quizzes, flashcards, AI doubt-solver and a step-by-step study plan for Gujarat Board Class 11 Sociology.