9 Questions
Which of the following is a correct classification of resources based on their origin?
Biotic and abiotic
Which of the following is a correct classification of resources based on their ownership?
National and international
What is the relationship between human beings, nature, technology, and institutions in the process of resource transformation?
Human beings interact with nature through technology and create institutions to accelerate their economic development
What are the major problems caused by indiscriminate exploitation of resources?
Global ecological crises such as global warming and environmental pollution
What is the main objective of Agenda 21?
To combat environmental damage, poverty, and disease through global co-operation
What is the meaning of sustainable economic development according to the Rio de Janeiro Earth Summit?
Development that should take place without damaging the environment
Which of the following is a major problem caused by indiscriminate exploitation of resources?
Global ecological crises
What is the impact of accumulation of resources in few hands?
It divides the society into two segments i.e. haves and have nots
Why did human beings use resources indiscriminately in the past?
They believed that resources were free gifts of nature
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