Economics Quiz on Environment and Sustainable Development

Class XI

Economics

Environment and Sustainable Development

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1. What is the primary aim of sustainable development?

Maximizing economic growth · Preserving the environment · Meeting present needs without compromising future generations · Increasing industrial output

2. Which of the following is a key principle of sustainable development?

Economic efficiency · Social equity · Environmental protection · All of the above

3. What does the term 'carrying capacity' refer to?

The maximum population an area can support sustainably · The total amount of resources available · The economic output of a region · The level of pollution in an ecosystem

4. Which of the following is NOT a component of sustainable development?

Economic growth · Environmental sustainability · Social justice · Urbanization

5. What is the significance of the concept of 'intergenerational equity' in sustainable development?

It focuses on economic benefits for the current generation · It emphasizes the importance of resource allocation for future generations · It promotes technological advancement · It encourages population growth