Given below are two statements, one labelled as Assertion (A) and other as the Reason (R).
Assertion (A): Sustainable development is important for well-being of human society.
Reason (R): Sustainable development is a kind of development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.
Codes:
(A) and (R) are true and (R) is correct explanation of
(A)
Correct Answer:
(A) and (R) are true but (R) is not the correct explanation of
Sustainable development is important for well-being of human society. Sustainable development has been defined in many ways. The most frequently quoted definition is from our common future, also known as the Brundtland Report : "Sustainable development is development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generation to meet their own needs".
Ques: 2
The discussion on ‘Sustainable Development’ was started after submitting a report on environment to the United Nations in 1987. That report was:
Correct Answer:
(B) Our Common Future
After the submission of the report Our Common Future, also known as the Brundtland Report, which was published by World Commission on Environment and Development (WCED) in 1987, the discussion on 'Sustainable Development' was started.
Ques: 3
Sustainable development is a matter of inter-generational sensibility in respect of the use of?
Correct Answer:
(A) Natural resources
The concept of sustainable development was emphasized by the United Nations Conference on Environment and Development (UNCED), which defined it as ‘Development that meets the need of the present generation without compromising the ability of the future generation to meet their needs. Sustainable development is a matter of inter- generational sensibility in respect of the use of natural resources. The main objective of sustainable development is the just and prudent use of natural resources, it's conservation and proper management. This term was explained in the WCED (World Commission on Environment and Development) report of 1987 titled "Our common future".
Sustainable development was fully supported in the Agenda-21 (Rio Declaration) declared in Earth Summit held in 1992. Sustainable development was a prominent issue of the Johannesburg Summit 2002. Notably, the United Nations has identified 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) which have to be realized by 2030. A Sustainable Development Index has also been initiated to measure the progress made by different nations in the direction of achieving these goals. Importantly India was ranked 109th out of 166 nations in Sustainable Development Index 2024
Sustainable Development Index 2024
Position/Rank
Country
Score
1
Finland
86.35
2
Sweden
85.7
3
Denmark
85.00
109
India
63.99
137
Pakistan
57.02
166
South Sudan
40.14
Ques: 4
The Decade of Sustainable Energy for all is the initiative of:
Correct Answer:
(A) United Nations
Renewable energy is a form of energy that is not the cause of pollution nor has its adverse effect on natural resources. Sustainable energy is the seventh goal of the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), with a call to ensure access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy for all by 2030. The Sustainable Energy for all initiative, acts in support of the 2014-2024 decade of Sustainable Energy for All as declared by the UN General Assembly.
Ques: 5
What is important for Sustainable Development?
Correct Answer:
(D)
All of these.
Conservation of biological diversity, prevention and control of pollution, reduction of poverty, all are important for Sustainable Development. It is imperative for achieving the goal of sustainable development to make policies on information about our environment and ecology. Presently sustainable development has become an alternative approach to the theories of development. Certain information is required for policy formulation on sustainable development.
Sustainable Development Goals
Ques: 6
Which of the following Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) will target the water availability for all and its permanent management up to 2030 in India?
Correct Answer:
(A) SDG - 6
The United Nations has identified 17 SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals-SDGs) which have to be realised by the year 2030. Among these goals SDG-6 "Clean Water and Sanitation" ensures availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all. Today, 2.2 billion people lack access to safely managed drinking water, and more than 4.2 billion people lack safely managed sanitation.
Note: NITI (National Institution for Transforming India) Aayog is a Nodal Institution for coordination and implementation of Sustainable Development Goals in India.
Ques: 7
The ‘Clean India Mission’ aligns with which of the following SDGs?
Correct Answer:
(B) SDG 6
The "Clean India Mission" (also known as Swachh Bharat Mission) aligns most closely with Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 6: Clean Water and Sanitation.
Ques: 8
The Indian government’s ‘Make in India’ initiative is aligned with which SDG?
Correct Answer:
(B) SDG 8
The "Make in India" initiative is directly aligned with Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 8, which focuses on "Decent Work and Economic Growth". This is because the initiative aims to boost India's manufacturing sector, create jobs, and promote economic growth, all of which are key aspects of SDG 8.
Ques: 9
Consider the following statements:
SDGs are an evolution of the Millennium Development Goals and represent a universal call to action.
Each goal is comprehensive and interconnected, focusing on key areas.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct Answer:
(C) Both 1 and 2
The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are an evolution of the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) and represent a universal call to action. Each goal is comprehensive and interconnected, focusing on key areas like health, education, economic growth, environmental protection, and climate action. These goals outline specific targets to be achieved by 2030, with indicators to measure progress, providing a structured approach to address global challenges.
Ques: 10
Consider the following:
1. NITI Aayog leads the implementation of SDGs.
2. The NITI Aayog SDG Index ranks Indian states and Union Territories based on their performance in achieving the SDGs.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct Answer:
(C) Both 1 and 2
In India, NITI Aayog leads the implementation of SDGs, developing a framework to localize and monitor progress. NITI Aayog’s approach includes aligning the goals with national development priorities and collaborating with states for effective execution. The focus areas are adapted to meet India’s unique needs, emphasizing areas like poverty reduction, quality education, and clean energy.
The NITI Aayog SDG Index ranks Indian states and Union Territories based on their performance in achieving the SDGs.