Hornbill (Prose): The Ailing Planet: the Green Movement's Role · Class 11 · CBSE · Science English
Which policy best reflects the idea of sustainable development discussed in The Ailing Planet?
Practice question from Hornbill (Prose): The Ailing Planet: the Green Movement's Role (Class 11 · CBSE · Science English), with the correct answer and a step-by-step solution.
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Which policy best reflects the idea of sustainable development discussed in The Ailing Planet?
- A.Using natural resources as rapidly as possible to maximise present profits
- B.Stopping all development, including projects that improve basic living conditions
- C.Meeting present needs while conserving resources and ecological balance for future generationsCorrect answer
- D.Allowing only wealthy nations to use resources for their development
Solution
Sustainable development seeks to meet the needs of the present without destroying the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. It combines development with environmental responsibility.
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