Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Economics

Chapter

Indian Economic Development: Environment and Sustainable Development

Question:

One of the function of environment is that it "Assimilates waste". What do you understand by this function?

Options:

Environment absorbs the waste

Environment reduces the generation of waste

Environment helps in regenerating the renewable resources

All of the above

Correct Answer:

Environment absorbs the waste

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option 1: Environment absorbs the waste

Explanation: The function of the environment to "assimilate waste" refers to its ability to absorb, process, and break down waste materials and pollutants through natural processes. This includes the decomposition of organic matter, the filtering of pollutants by ecosystems like wetlands and forests, and the natural recycling of nutrients.