Sustainable Development
Economics ⇒ Economic Development
Sustainable Development starts at 10 and continues till grade 12.
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Define sustainable development.
Describe the concept of intergenerational equity in the context of sustainable development.
Describe the concept of 'polluter pays principle'.
Describe the relationship between economic development and environmental sustainability.
Explain the difference between renewable and non-renewable resources with examples.
Explain the importance of water conservation in sustainable development.
Explain the role of education in promoting sustainable development.
Explain the term 'ecological footprint'.
Which of the following best describes the term 'carrying capacity'? (1) The maximum population size an environment can sustain (2) The total number of species in an area (3) The amount of resources available in a country (4) The rate of economic growth
Which of the following is a goal of sustainable development? (1) Increase inequality (2) Promote responsible consumption (3) Deplete resources (4) Increase pollution
Which of the following is a major cause of environmental degradation in India? (1) Afforestation (2) Industrial pollution (3) Water conservation (4) Use of public transport
Which of the following is a non-renewable resource? (1) Solar energy (2) Wind energy (3) Coal (4) Biomass
Fill in the blank: ________ is the practice of managing forests to meet current needs without compromising future generations.
Fill in the blank: The ________ Commission first popularized the concept of sustainable development in its 1987 report.
Fill in the blank: The ________ effect is caused by the accumulation of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere.
Fill in the blank: The ________ is a global partnership to end poverty and protect the planet, consisting of 17 goals.
State whether the following statement is true or false: Economic development and environmental protection are always in conflict.
State whether the following statement is true or false: Renewable resources can be depleted if overused.
State whether the following statement is true or false: Sustainable development can be achieved without technological innovation.
True or False: Sustainable development aims to eradicate poverty.
