Question

1.
In which of the following reports/books was 'Sustainable Development formally
defined for the first time?
(1) Silent Spring
(2) The Limits to Growth
(3) Our Common Future
(4) Agenda 21
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Answer 1

Answer:

4) Agenda 21 is the correct answer of this question

Answer 2

Answer:

Option 4 - Agenda 21 is the correct answer.

Explanation:

• Agenda 21, Rio Declaration on Environment and Development, the Statement of principles for the Sustainable Management of Forests, was adopted by 178 governments at the United Nations Conference held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, from 3 to 14 June 1992.
• It was the first-ever formal announcement made regarding sustainable development.
• Its plan of action is to be taken globally, nationally, and locally by the organizations of the Governments, the United Nations System and big groups in every area.
• It was created in December 1992 to make sure the effective follow-up of UNCED.
• It is to monitor and report on the implementation of the agreements made.
• It was agreed to have a five-year review of Earth Summit progress scheduled in 1997.

Hence, Agenda 21 was the one during which there was an official announcement made regarding sustainable development.