Neo-Malthusian Perspective & Human Exemptionalism
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What is the main focus of capitalism according to Eco-Marxism?

  • The equal distribution of wealth
  • Sustainable development
  • Technological innovation
  • Exploitation of nature and commodification of resources (correct)
  • Which perspective emphasizes the role of markets and technological solutions in addressing environmental challenges?

  • Neo-Malthusian Perspective
  • Eco-Marxist Perspective
  • Eco-Modernization Perspective (correct)
  • Eco-Fosterian Perspective
  • What does the Eco-Modernization perspective say about economic development?

  • Must redistribute wealth to those most in need
  • Must eliminate eco-friendly production methods
  • Autocratic control over production is vital
  • Economic development can occur without degrading the environment (correct)
  • Which perspective focuses on advocating for measures like birth control and sustainable development to address overpopulation?

    <p>Neo-Malthusian Perspective</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which perspective in the text downplays ecological limits by believing in human ingenuity and technology as solutions to environmental issues?

    <p>Human Exemptionalism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Advocates of which perspective stress the interconnectedness of social and ecological systems and criticize anthropocentric views?

    <p>New Ecological Perspective</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which perspective argues that population growth will outstrip food production, leading to resource scarcity and social crises?

    <p>Neo-Malthusian Perspective</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which perspective believes humans are exempt from ecological constraints and prioritize human interests above all else?

    <p>Human Exemptionalism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Advocates of which perspective advocate for interdisciplinary approaches to address environmental issues by considering ecological and social factors?

    <p>New Ecological Perspective</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which one of the perspectives is concerned with social justice issues?

    <p>Eco-Marxist</p> Signup and view all the answers

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