4. Which one of the following statement is refers to the sustainable
development?
(a) Overall development of various resources.
(b) Development should take place without damaging the environment.
(c) Economic development of people
(d) Development that meets the desires of the members of all communities
Answers
Answer:
development should take place without damaging environment
Answer:
The statement that refers to sustainable development is development should take place without damaging the environment.
Explanation:
We, humans, are superior to all living organisms on the earth. Like other organisms, we also need to depend on natural resources to fulfill our demands. We need to construct roads, houses, buildings, hydropower projects, etc. to make our life comfortable.
Development is a process by which members of society increase their personal and institutional capabilities. However, these activities should not be carried out beyond the carrying capacity of the earth.
They should not be overexploited. Haphazard development harms the environment and makes it difficult for not only the living beings of present generation but also the future generation as well to survive.
Sustainable development means a long lasting change which fulfills the demand of the present generation as well as future generation by virtue of proper utilization of natural resources.
According to Bruntland Commission,"Sustainable development is a process in which resources are exploited to meet the needs of the present generation without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their needs".
It aims to maintain balance among population, resources of nature, aspects of the environment, and development.
The principles of sustainable development are:
- Conservation of ecosystem.
- Sustainable development of society
- Conservation of biodiversity
- Population control
- Increasing people's participation