Passages

Passage: Social costs, such as the separation of families and the psychological impact on children left behind, are often overlooked. Q59. What does the word 'overlooked' mean in this context?

Passage: Migration is a 'double-edged sword' for Nepal, bringing money but creating social and labor problems. Q60. What does the metaphor 'double-edged sword' imply?

Passage: Deforestation in the Terai region of Nepal has led to several environmental issues, including soil erosion and loss of biodiversity. Forests are being cleared for agriculture and human settlements. Q61. What are the two main reasons for clearing forests mentioned in the passage?

Passage: Soil erosion during the monsoon season causes floods that destroy crops and displace families. Q62. When is soil erosion most problematic according to the passage?

Passage: Community forest programs in Nepal have been successful in involving local people in forest management and conservation. Q63. What has been successful in forest conservation in Nepal?

Passage: Biodiversity refers to the variety of life in a particular habitat or ecosystem. Q64. What is 'biodiversity'?

Passage: Illegal logging and poaching continue to threaten the endangered species living in the Terai forests. Q65. What does 'illegal logging' mean?

Passage: The Chure range is particularly vulnerable to degradation due to its fragile geological structure. Q66. Why is the Chure range mentioned as being in danger?

Passage: Reafforestation is the process of planting trees in an area where there was once a forest. Q67. How is reafforestation different from deforestation?

Passage: The loss of forest cover affects the local climate, leading to hotter temperatures and irregular rainfall patterns. Q68. What can be inferred about the relationship between forests and climate?

Passage: Sustainable management of forest resources is the only way to balance economic needs and environmental health. Q69. What does 'sustainable' mean in this context?

Passage: The 'lungs of the world' is a common metaphor for forests. Q70. Why is this metaphor appropriate?

Passage: The internet has revolutionized the way we communicate. We can now send messages instantly across the globe using various social media platforms and email. Q71. How has the internet changed communication?

Passage: However, the rise of digital communication has also led to the spread of 'fake news' and misinformation, which can cause social unrest. Q72. What is a negative aspect of digital communication mentioned in the text?

Passage: Digital literacy is the ability to find, evaluate, and communicate information through various digital platforms. Q73. What is 'digital literacy'?

Passage: Cyberbullying is another concern, where individuals use the internet to harass or intimidate others. Q74. What is 'cyberbullying'?

Passage: While social media connects us with friends and family, excessive use can lead to social isolation and mental health issues. Q75. What is the paradox of social media mentioned here?

Passage: Privacy settings allow users to control who can see their personal information and posts. Q76. What is the purpose of 'privacy settings'?

Passage: The 'digital footprint' is the trail of data you leave behind while using the internet. Q77. What does 'digital footprint' mean?

Passage: Credibility of information is a major issue; one must verify facts before sharing them online. Q78. Which word in the passage means 'the quality of being trusted'?