Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Economics

Chapter

Indian Economic Development: Environment and Sustainable Development

Question:

In recent years, with the advent of technology everywhere, awareness about the harmful effects of chemical fertilizers and pesticides on the health of consumer is on rise. The conventional method of agriculture heavily rely on these chemical based fertilizers and pesticides, which after entering the food supply harm living organisms. Continuous efforts on the evolving technologies have to be made so that the toxic substances don’t penetrate the food chain and harm the eco-system. One such method is Organic farming. It is eco friendly and is more profitable to the farmers as increasing worldwide demand is witnessed. In short, organic agriculture is a whole comprehensive system which promotes an ecological balance.

Which of the following options highlight the "Function" of environment?

Options:

Assimilation of waste

Life sustenance

Aesthetic services like scenery

All of the above

Correct Answer:

All of the above

Explanation:

The environment performs four vital functions:

  • It supplies resources: resources here include both renewable and non-renewable resources.
  • It assimilates waste.
  • It sustains life by providing genetic and bio diversity.
  • It also provides aesthetic services like scenery etc.