Environmental Resources in Early Days

Question

In early days of civilisation, environmental problems did not arise because:

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In early days of civilisation, environmental problems did not arise because:

  1. People were more environmentally conscious
  2. Demand for environmental resources was much less than their supply — Correct Answer
  3. There were more forests
  4. Government regulations were strict
Explanation:
Correct Answer Explanation

In early days, the demand for environmental resources and services was much less than their supply.

Key Points:
  • Pollution was within absorptive capacity.
  • Rate of resource extraction was less than rate of regeneration.
  • Population was lower and there was no industrialisation.
Why Other Options Are Wrong
  • A, C, D: The key reason was the supply-demand balance favouring the environment.

📚 About this Topic — CH-7: ENVIRONMENT AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT

This multiple choice question is from CH-7: ENVIRONMENT AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT, Indian Economic Development, NCERT Books. It has 4 options with a detailed explanation of the correct answer. Practice more MCQs from CH-7: ENVIRONMENT AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT to strengthen your preparation.

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