International Green Warrior Olympiad Class 9 Previous Year Paper

Want your child to think critically about the environment? The International Green Warrior Olympiad for Class 9 is designed to encourage deeper understanding of sustainability and eco-friendly living. Solving previous year papers is an excellent way to prepare effectively.

What Makes Past Papers Valuable?

• Covers key topics such as Sustainable Cities and Communities, Responsible Consumption and Production & Food Security and Agriculture etc.
• Boosts awareness of global environmental challenges and inspires responsible thinking.
• Helps students get familiar with Olympiad question formats and improve their performance with practice.

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Syllabus:

Clean Water and Sanitation

1. Water sources and quality: Sources of clean water (e.g., rivers, lakes, groundwater), water quality testing and monitoring, role of water treatment plants in ensuring safe drinking water
2. Sanitation and hygiene: Importance of proper sanitation and hygiene practices, safe disposal of waste and human excreta, role of handwashing in disease prevention
3. Waterborne diseases: Common waterborne diseases (e.g., cholera, diarrhoea), how waterborne diseases spread and impact public health, prevention through clean water and sanitation practices
4. Water conservation and efficiency: The water cycle and its importance, strategies for water conservation at home and in communities, technologies for efficient water use (e.g., low-flow fixtures)
5. Emerging technologies for clean water: Introduction to innovative water purification technologies, solar water purifiers, filtration systems, and water-purifying plants
6. Water and the environment: Impact of water pollution on ecosystems and biodiversity, case studies on polluted rivers and oceans, the role of communities in protecting water sources
7. Water pollution and treatment: Sources and types of water pollution (e.g., industrial, agricultural), effects of pollution on aquatic ecosystems and human health, wastewater treatment processes and their importance

Affordable and Clean Energy

1. Affordable and clean energy: Differentiating between clean and fossil fuel-based energy sources
2. Fossil fuels and their consequences: Understanding the environmental impact of fossil fuel use (coal, oil, natural gas), air and water pollution caused by fossil fuels, the role of carbon emissions in climate change
3. Alternative energy sources: Solar, wind, hydropower, geothermal, hydro, tidal, wave, biofuel etc., sources of low-carbon energy, advantages of using renewable energy in a domestic setting (solar power, geothermal heat pumps, small wind systems)
4. Energy conservation and efficiency: Ways to conserve energy in daily life, benefits of conservation of energy. improving energy efficiency in homes, buildings, and industries can significantly reduce energy consumption. energy-efficient appliances, led lighting, and well-insulated buildings are examples of ways to achieve this.

Sustainable Cities and Communities

1. Sustainable water management: Introduction to sustainable water management, rainwater harvesting and greywater recycling, water reuse and recycling practices
2. Sustainable waste management: Encourage waste reduction, reuse of materials, and recycling to minimize waste generation
3. Environmental sustainability: Preserve green spaces, parks, and natural habitats to support biodiversity
4. Effects of urbanisation and sustainable urbanisation

Responsible Consumption and Production

1. Responsible technology consumption: The environmental and social consequences of electronics consumption, e-waste management and responsible disposal, strategies for extending the lifespan of electronic devices
2. The 5 r's: Reduce, reuse, recycle, repurpose, and refuse
3. Reducing energy consumption in daily life, The role of energy-efficient appliances
4. Making sustainable purchasing decisions

Climate Action

1. Introduction to climate change: Definition of climate change and global warming, evidence of climate change (e.g., temperature records, ice melt, sea-level rise)
2. Greenhouse effect and global warming: Understanding the greenhouse effect, role of greenhouse gases (e.g., carbon dioxide, methane), link between human activities and increased greenhouse gas concentrations
3. Impacts of climate change: Effects on weather patterns and extreme events, economic and social consequences of climate change, examples of climate change impacts
4. Mitigation and adaptation strategies: Reducing greenhouse gas emissions (mitigation), strategies for energy efficiency and renewable energy, climate adaptation measures and resilience building
5. Climate change solutions at the individual level: Sustainable lifestyle choices, reducing carbon footprint in daily life

Life Below Water

1. Preserving life below water: Reduce marine pollution, protect and restore ecosystems, reduce ocean acidification, practice sustainable fishing, conserve coastal and marine areas etc.
2. Sustainable fisheries and aquaculture: Sustainable fishing practices, responsible aquaculture and fish farming, overfishing and bycatch
3. Threats to life underwater: Addressing threats like climate change, debris, dead zones, toxic spills, overfishing, shoreline development, coastal erosion, ocean acidification

Life On Land

1. Protect, restore, and promote the sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems: Managing forests sustainably, combating desertification, restoring degraded land and soil, halting biodiversity loss, protecting threatened species
2. Forest ecosystems and their importance: Introduction to forest ecosystems (temperate, tropical, boreal), role of forests in carbon storage and climate regulation, deforestation and its impacts

Food Security and Agriculture

1. Food choices and sustainable eating: The environmental impact of food choices, sustainable diets and the benefits of local, seasonal foods, reducing food waste and practicing mindful eating
2. Food waste reduction: The global problem of food waste, strategies for reducing food waste
3. Sustainable agriculture and land use: Sustainable farming practices (e.g., organic, agroecology), role of regenerative agriculture in soil health, urban agriculture and community gardens
4. Promoting farming systems that use climate-smart techniques and produce a diverse mix of foods
5. Improving supply chains to reduce post-harvest food losses
6. Implementing resilient agricultural practices that increase productivity and production

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Q.1	An evaluation was conducted on the environmental impact of four different gaming consoles used extensively by a group of gamers. The details about consoles are provided in the table below. Based on the information, which gaming console is likely to have caused the least environmental impact during the assessment period? Console Model Manufacturer Usage Intensity Environmental Aspects Console P Ecogaming Inc. High intensity gaming Made from recycled materials, energy-efficient mode Console Q FutureTech Co. Moderate gaming usage No eco-friendly features mentioned Console R Sustainable Gaming Ltd. Low energy consumption Recyclable components, energy-saving standby mode Console S Green Console Corp. Heavy gaming usage Energy Star certified, made from sustainable plastics
	a) Console P		b) Console Q
	c) Console R		d) Console S

Q.2	As an environmental scientist conducting water quality assessments for a local lake used for swimming and boating, you're tasked with monitoring various parameters to ensure the safety and health of individuals engaging in recreational activities. In this scenario, which of the following parameters would be of concern? 1. Turbidity 2. pH 3. Faecal coliform bacteria
	a) Only 1		b) Only 1 and 2
	c) Only 2 and 3		d) 1, 2 and 3

Q.3	A city council plans to implement a policy mandating the separation of organic waste (such as food scraps and yard waste) from other household garbage. Which environmental impact is most directly addressed by this policy?
	a) Minimising soil erosion in nearby agricultural lands		b) Reducing methane emissions from landfills
	c) Curbing air pollution caused by burning waste		d) Mitigating water contamination from landfill leachate

Q.4	A city primarily using natural gas for domestic purposes experiences a sudden rise in respiratory ailments among its residents. Which gas, released during incomplete combustion of natural gas, is a major concern for human health?
	a)		b)
	c)		d)

Q.5	A family is considering purchasing a new microwave to replace their old one, aiming to reduce their energy consumption and contribute to sustainability. They are researching various models to ensure they choose an energy-efficient appliance. In their evaluation of different microwave models for energy efficiency and sustainability, which factor would NOT typically be considered?
	a) The appliance's power rating		b) The appliance's manufacturer
	c) The appliance's energy consumption		d) The appliance's operating time

Q.6	In the dense, lush forests of the Amazon basin, researchers are studying the ecosystem's dynamics to understand its role in global environmental processes. Which specific layer of the forest ecosystem plays a crucial role in regulating carbon levels and atmospheric moisture?
	a) Emergent layer		b) Canopy layer
	c) Understory layer		d) Forest floor

Q.7	In a city prone to heatwaves, a group of students proposed a rooftop garden initiative to combat the urban heat island effect. How does the presence of rooftop gardens contribute to reducing the urban heat island effect?
	a) Rooftop gardens reduce surface temperatures by providing shade and evaporative cooling		b) Rooftop gardens release excess heat into the atmosphere
	c) Rooftop gardens increase heat absorption from the sun		d) Rooftop gardens accelerate the formation of smog

Q.8	The graph below demonstrates a 50% reduction in post-harvest food losses achieved by a cooperative of farmers through enhanced packaging and transportation practices. What specific strategies in packaging and transportation could account for this significant success?
	a) Using biodegradable packaging materials and increasing the number of intermediaries in the supply chain.		b) Utilising airtight packaging to preserve freshness and optimising transportation routes to minimise travel time and handling.
	c) Employing large packaging to fit more produce and reduce the number of trips.		d) Using basic packaging materials and increasing the frequency of deliveries to retailers.

Q.9	You're a wildlife conservationist working in the Himalayas, where a dwindling snow leopard population faces new challenges. Human encroachment has forced wolves into higher altitudes, overlapping with the leopards' territory, while climate change is shrinking their habitat due to melting glaciers. You propose a conservation plan to address these challenges. Which of the following options is/are the effective and sustainable long-term solution(s), considering ecological balance and ethical implications? 1. Prioritise eliminating the wolf threat to restore the leopards' competitive advantage. 2. Lobby for stricter regulations on human activities near snow leopard habitat. 3. Invest in renewable energy sources to combat climate change. 4. Develop captive breeding programs to supplement dwindling wild populations.
	a) Only 1 and 4		b) Only 2 and 3
	c) Only 1, 2 and 3		d) 1, 2, 3 and 4

Q.10	Your city is considering expanding its aquaculture industry to meet the growing demand for seafood. However, traditional aquaculture practices can contribute to water pollution and habitat degradation. Which of the following approaches would be most sustainable for developing a responsible aquaculture industry?
	a) Increase the use of antibiotics and pesticides to control diseases in farmed fish.		b) Implement closed-loop systems that recycle water and waste within the aquaculture facility.
	c) Source fish feed from wild-caught fish, which are readily available and inexpensive.		d) Locate aquaculture farms in open ocean environments to minimise their impact on coastal ecosystems.

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