resource and Development

What is the definition of resources?

Resources are materials that are useful, technologically accessible, economically viable, and culturally acceptable.

What are the two types of resources based on origin?

Biotic (obtained from the biosphere) and Abiotic (composed of non-living things).

Give examples of biotic resources.

Forests and animals.

What are renewable resources?

Resources that can be renewed or reproduced, such as solar energy and water.

What are non-renewable resources?

Resources that cannot be easily renewed, such as minerals and fossil fuels.

What are the four types of resources based on ownership?

Individual, Community, National, and International.

Define individual resources with an example.

Resources owned privately by individuals, such as houses and cars.

How are potential resources defined?

Resources which are found in a region but have not been utilized, like solar and wind energy in Rajasthan.

What are developed resources?

Resources which are surveyed, and their quality and quantity have been determined for utilization.

What are reserves in terms of resources?

The subset of stock that can be put into use with existing technical know-how but has not been utilized yet.

What is sustainable development?

Development that takes place without damaging the environment and does not compromise the needs of future generations.

What was the Rio de Janeiro Earth Summit?

The United Nations Conference on Environment and Development (UNCED) held in June 1992 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

What is Agenda 21?

A declaration signed by world leaders in 1992 at UNCED aiming for global sustainable development.

What factors determine land use?

Physical factors like topography, climate, soil types and human factors like population density, technological capability, and culture.

What are some causes of land degradation?

Deforestation, overgrazing, mining, quarrying, and over irrigation.

Name one measure to control land degradation.

Afforestation or proper management of grazing.

What are alluvial soils?

The most fertile soils, rich in nutrients, found in the Indo-Gangetic plains.

Where are black soils typically found?

In Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, and Chhattisgarh.

What causes soil erosion?

Deforestation, overgrazing, construction and mining, and faulty farming methods.

What is one method of soil conservation?

Contour ploughing or terrace cultivation.