With respect to human development, continuity in the availability of opportunities means __________.
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The correct answer is Option (2) → Sustainability
Human development stands on four pillars: equity, sustainability, productivity and empowerment.
Option (1) Equity — Incorrect. Equity means equal access to opportunities for everybody, whatever their gender, race, income or caste.
Option (2) Sustainability — Correct. Sustainability means that every generation gets the same opportunities. Resources are used keeping the future in mind, so the opportunities continue.
Option (3) Productivity — Incorrect. Productivity means human labour productivity, which grows as people’s capabilities are built.
Option (4) Empowerment — Incorrect. Empowerment means having the power to make choices.
Note: The same question was also asked in CUET (UG) 2022 on 16-07-2022 (Slot 1).
NCERT (2026-27): “THE FOUR PILLARS OF HUMAN DEVELOPMENT … Just as any building is supported by pillars, the idea of human development is supported by the concepts of equity, sustainability, productivity and empowerment.” “Sustainability means continuity in the availability of opportunities. To have sustainable human development, each generation must have the same opportunities. All environmental, financial and human resources must be used keeping in mind the future. Misuse of any of these resources will lead to fewer opportunities for future generations.” |