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What concept does most traditional societies emphasize in relation to nature?
What concept does most traditional societies emphasize in relation to nature?
- Respect and protection (correct)
- Consumer society
- Economic growth
- Technological advancements
In what century did Emperor Ashoka proclaim the importance of all forms of life for well-being?
In what century did Emperor Ashoka proclaim the importance of all forms of life for well-being?
- Third Century BC
- Fourth Century BC (correct)
- First Century BC
- Sixth Century BC
What led to rapid economic growth in modern societies?
What led to rapid economic growth in modern societies?
- Development of industry (correct)
- Environmental degradation
- Traditional practices
- Respect for nature
Which of the following activities contributes to environmental degradation according to the text?
Which of the following activities contributes to environmental degradation according to the text?
What did modern societies believe could provide easy answers to producing more resources?
What did modern societies believe could provide easy answers to producing more resources?
Which factor is responsible for using up large amounts of natural resources like water and minerals?
Which factor is responsible for using up large amounts of natural resources like water and minerals?
What concept is highlighted in the text as the ability to use natural resources sustainably and preserve goods and services for future generations?
What concept is highlighted in the text as the ability to use natural resources sustainably and preserve goods and services for future generations?
What is the downside of using up goods and services greedily and destroying nature's integrity?
What is the downside of using up goods and services greedily and destroying nature's integrity?
What term refers to the value provided by nature that enables sustainable resource use and preservation for the future?
What term refers to the value provided by nature that enables sustainable resource use and preservation for the future?
In the context of the text, what does the phrase 'prevention is better than cure' imply?
In the context of the text, what does the phrase 'prevention is better than cure' imply?
What is highlighted as a key role that individuals must play in preventing environmental degradation?
What is highlighted as a key role that individuals must play in preventing environmental degradation?
What aspect of resource utilization does the text emphasize as essential for preserving Earth's integrity?
What aspect of resource utilization does the text emphasize as essential for preserving Earth's integrity?
What disciplines are included in the scope of environmental studies mentioned in the text?
What disciplines are included in the scope of environmental studies mentioned in the text?
Why is it mentioned in the text that improving the situation regarding limited natural resources requires individual actions?
Why is it mentioned in the text that improving the situation regarding limited natural resources requires individual actions?
Which statement best captures the core message of the text regarding environmental responsibility?
Which statement best captures the core message of the text regarding environmental responsibility?
What role do natural resources play in supporting life, as per the information provided?
What role do natural resources play in supporting life, as per the information provided?
Why does the text mention that governments alone cannot manage safeguarding the environment?
Why does the text mention that governments alone cannot manage safeguarding the environment?
How does the text suggest individuals can contribute to improving the situation with environmental resources?
How does the text suggest individuals can contribute to improving the situation with environmental resources?
