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What does sustainable development mean?
AMeeting present needs without harming future generations
BOnly meeting present needs, ignoring the future
COnly economic growth, nothing else
DIgnoring all environmental concerns
CBSEClass 10 (CBSE)Social ScienceCh 18 · Topic 2
Sustainable Development
Sustainable development means meeting the needs of the present generation without compromising the ability of future generations to meet the
Core concept
Sustainable development balances economic growth with environmental protection and social equity, recognising that these three aspects are interconnected.
How it works
Practices supporting sustainability include using renewable energy, conserving natural resources, reducing pollution, and promoting responsible consumption and production.
Why it matters
The United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), adopted in 2015, provide a global framework with 17 goals addressing poverty, education, health, and environmental protection.
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Achieving sustainable development requires cooperation between governments, businesses, and individuals, as unsustainable practices today can create serious problems for future generations.
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• Sustainable development meets present needs without harming the future.
• It balances economic growth, environment and social equity.
• These three aspects are interconnected.
• Renewable energy use supports sustainability.
• Conserving resources and reducing pollution also help.
• The UN's SDGs were adopted in 2015.
• SDGs have 17 goals covering poverty, education and environment.
• Achieving sustainability needs cooperation across society.