Alternative Solutions for Sustainable Development
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What is the primary function of the atmosphere?

  • To absorb most of the cosmic rays from outer space
  • To sustain life on the Earth (correct)
  • To transmit only ultraviolet and visible radiation
  • To regulate the Earth's temperature
  • What percentage of the Earth's water is available as fresh surface water?

  • 2%
  • 1% (correct)
  • 97%
  • 50%
  • What is the term used to describe the external forces, influences, and conditions that affect living organisms?

  • Environment (correct)
  • Biodiversity
  • Sustainable Development
  • Ecosystem
  • What is the largest component of the Earth's atmosphere?

    <p>Nitrogen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary source of freshwater on Earth?

    <p>Polar icecaps and glaciers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term used to describe the protective blanket of gases surrounding the Earth?

    <p>Atmosphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the ultimate goal of sustainable development?

    <p>Environmentally sound and sustainable development</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it essential to adopt an alternative solution for development?

    <p>To reduce environmental impact</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the consequence of our development activities on the environment?

    <p>Constricting the environment and depleting the biosphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is necessary for the sustenance of the environment and development?

    <p>Ecological planning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of holism in ecology?

    <p>It is the real base of ecology</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the four basic principles of ecology according to Misra's Report (1991)?

    <p>Holism, ecosystem, succession, and conservation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason why environmental issues have become significant?

    <p>Because they are global issues requiring international cooperation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What has been the consequence of development in the wake of development?

    <p>An increase in environmental pollution and degradation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the fact that India has 16 per cent of the world's population and only 2.4 per cent of its land area?

    <p>It puts heavy pressure on the natural resources including land</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What has the North managed to do with its 'dirty' factories?

    <p>Moved them to the South</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a major environmental problem recognized by agricultural experts?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it undesirable for the developing world to follow the same path as the West in terms of environmental impact?

    <p>Because it is not a practicable path</p> Signup and view all the answers

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