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United Nations Resolution on Environmental Perspective

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What was the formal name adopted by the commission later known as the Brundtland Commission?

United Nations Environment Programme

United Nations Development Programme

World Health Organization

World Commission on Environment and Development (correct)

Who was the chair of the Brundtland Commission widely known by?

Kofi Annan

Ban Ki-moon

Gro Harlem Brundtland (correct)

Jacques Chirac

Which report did the Brundtland Commission issue in 1987?

Sustainable Development Goals Report

Global Environment Outlook

Climate Change Action Report

Our Common Future (correct)

What is the main definition provided by the Brundtland Report for sustainable development?

Development that meets the needs of current and future generations without harming the environment Signup and view all the answers

Which dimensions does sustainability seek to integrate according to the text?

Economic, social, technological Signup and view all the answers

What aspects do the economic interests define according to the text?

Financial capital flow, commerce facilitation, and attributes relevant to economic activity Signup and view all the answers

What was the main charge of the special commission established by the United Nations General Assembly in 1983?

To propose long-term environmental strategies for achieving sustainable development up to the year 2000. Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect was NOT part of the commission's responsibility as outlined in the resolution?

Analyzing historical trends of environmental degradation. Signup and view all the answers

What was one of the specific goals mentioned for the special commission?

Advocating for long-term environmental protection strategies. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following was NOT emphasized in the resolution about the commission's work?

Focusing on achieving short-term economic growth goals. Signup and view all the answers

What was a key focus area mentioned in the resolution regarding environmental concerns?

Addressing environmental concerns effectively at an international level. Signup and view all the answers

Why did the United Nations General Assembly establish the special commission in 1983?

To define a long-term agenda for dealing with environmental issues beyond 2000. Signup and view all the answers