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What was a significant outcome of the Rio de Janeiro Earth Summit in 1992?
What was a significant outcome of the Rio de Janeiro Earth Summit in 1992?
- The creation of the Sustainable Development Goals
- The signing of the Declaration on Global Climatic Change and Biological Diversity (correct)
- The formation of the United Nations Security Council
- The establishment of the World Health Organization
Which statement best describes the primary goal of Agenda 21?
Which statement best describes the primary goal of Agenda 21?
- To exclusively focus on economic growth
- To achieve sustainable development through local government initiatives (correct)
- To enhance globalization without addressing local issues
- To promote industrialization without environmental considerations
How does sustainable economic development differentiate from traditional development?
How does sustainable economic development differentiate from traditional development?
- It considers the needs of future generations and the environment (correct)
- It emphasizes immediate resource exploitation
- It ignores equitable resource distribution
- It prioritizes economic growth over environmental protection
Why is resource planning particularly crucial in a diverse country like India?
Why is resource planning particularly crucial in a diverse country like India?
Which of the following is NOT a concern addressed by Agenda 21?
Which of the following is NOT a concern addressed by Agenda 21?
Flashcards
Rio Declaration
Rio Declaration
A global agreement signed in 1992 focusing on environmental protection and sustainable development for the future.
Agenda 21
Agenda 21
A comprehensive plan, part of the Rio Declaration, outlining actions for sustainable development in the 21st century. It aims to address environmental issues, poverty, and disease through global cooperation.
Resource Planning
Resource Planning
A strategy for using resources wisely, considering both current and future needs, and aiming for equitable distribution across regions and life forms.
Sustainable Development
Sustainable Development
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Development Should Not Compromise Future Generations
Development Should Not Compromise Future Generations
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Study Notes
Sustainable Development
- Sustainable development aims to meet present needs without compromising future generations' ability to meet their own needs.
- The Rio Earth Summit (1992) highlighted the urgent need for environmental protection and socioeconomic development at a global level.
- Leaders signed the Declaration on Global Climatic Change and Biological Diversity and adopted Agenda 21.
- Agenda 21 aims for global sustainable development, combating environmental damage, poverty, and disease through co-operation.
- Local governments should develop their own local Agenda 21.
Resource Planning
- Resource planning is a widely accepted strategy for judicious resource use.
- Resource availability varies greatly between regions. Certain regions are rich in specific resources, while others are deficient.
- India's diverse resource availability necessitates careful planning.
Resource Depletion Problems
- Indiscriminate resource use leads to depletion and uneven distribution.
- This creates disparities between "haves" and "have-nots."
- Depletion leads to ecological crises (e.g., global warming, ozone layer depletion, environmental pollution, land degradation)
Types of Resources
- Resources are categorized into natural and human.
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Test your knowledge on sustainable development concepts and resource planning. This quiz covers key events like the Rio Earth Summit and important strategies like Agenda 21 focused on environmental and socioeconomic progress. Understand the challenges of resource depletion and regional resource availability.
