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Natural resources should be used by the present generation in such a way that if there is minimum degradation of natural resources, then what kind of development would it be called?
Explanation
The concept described is Sustainable Development. It is defined as development that meets the needs of the present generation without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. This definition was popularized by the Brundtland Commission (World Commission on Environment and Development) in its 1987 report, 'Our Common Future'.
- Sustainable Development emphasizes the conservation of natural resources and minimizing environmental degradation to ensure long-term ecological balance.
- Organic Development usually refers to natural growth or biological processes.
- Social Development focuses on improving the well-being and equality of individuals in a society.
- Economic Development primarily refers to the qualitative and quantitative improvement in the economy, such as infrastructure and standard of living.
The core of the question lies in the balance between current resource use and future availability, which is the hallmark of sustainability.
SIMILAR QUESTIONS
Which one among the following reports defines Sustainable Development as development that meets the needs of the present generation without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs?
Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R).
Assertion (A) : Sustainable development should take place without damaging the environment and development in the present time should not compromise with the needs of the future generations.
Reason (R) : Agenda 21 was signed by world leaders in 1995.
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