Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Political Science

Chapter

Contemporary World Politics: Environment and Natural Resources

Question:

Which of the following statement is a criticism of Agenda 21?

Options:

Some critics have pointed out that Agenda 21 was biased in favor of ecological conservation only.

Some critics have pointed out that Agenda 21 was biased in favor of economic growth rather than ensuring ecological conservation.

Some critics have pointed out that Agenda 21 was not coherent with the existing protocols related to the environment.

Some critics have pointed out that Agenda 21 was forcefully imposed on all the countries.

Correct Answer:

Some critics have pointed out that Agenda 21 was biased in favor of economic growth rather than ensuring ecological conservation.

Explanation:

The Rio Summit produced conventions dealing with climate change, biodiversity, and forestry, and recommended a list of development practices called ‘Agenda 21’. Some critics have pointed out that Agenda 21 was biased in favor of economic growth rather than ensuring ecological conservation.