Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Economics

Chapter

Indian Economic Development: Environment and Sustainable Development

Question:

Which of the following are the strategies of sustainable development?

(A) Bio composting
(B) Use of CNG in public transport
(C) Use of thermal power plants
(D) Use of solar energy
(E) Use of wood

Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

Options:

(A), (B), (D) Only

(A), (B), (E) Only

(A), (D), (C) Only

(B), (E) Only

Correct Answer:

(A), (B), (D) Only

Explanation:

The strategies of sustainable development focus on practices that meet the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. From the options given:

(A) Bio composting - Sustainable: This involves the decomposition of organic matter to create nutrient-rich compost.

(B) Use of CNG in public transport - Sustainable: Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) is considered a cleaner and more environmentally friendly fuel compared to traditional fossil fuels.

(C) Use of thermal power plants - Not Sustainable: Thermal power plants typically involve the burning of fossil fuels, which can contribute to environmental pollution and climate change.

(D) Use of solar energy - Sustainable: Solar energy is a renewable and clean source of energy.

(E) Use of wood - Depends: It can be sustainable if the wood is sourced from well-managed forests (renewable) or not sustainable if it involves deforestation and depletion of natural resources.

So, the sustainable development strategies from the given options are (A), (B), and (D).