CBSE Class 12 Economics sample paper 2023-24: question 34
From the official CBSE sample question paper for 2023-24, section B, question 34, for 6 marks. Try it first; the hints and our step-by-step solution are below.
Q34 · 6 marks · Case-basedCompetency-basedEnvironment and Sustainable Development
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Sustainable development is the development that meets the needs of the present, without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. India is critical in determining the success in a pursuit to achieve sustainable development.
The Union Budget 2023 presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman builds on India’s commitment to lead the global action against climate change, preserve biodiversity and support sustainable development.
The government has accelerated the pace of Green Growth as India is facing the grave reality of depleting natural resources, limited supply of water, minerals, and fossil fuels. In a bid to counter the climate threat, India has committed to achieving net zero by 2070; released a low-carbon development strategy; and introduced the concept of ‘LiFE’ (Lifestyle for Environment) to promote responsible consumption.
The Green Growth actions include several pointed measures that would facilitate the much-needed steady decarbonization of Indian industries, reduce dependency on fossil fuel imports and establish technology and market leadership in this sunrise sector. For instance:
The allocation of Rs 35,000 crore of priority capital investment towards achieving net zero by 2070 and clean energy transition ensures the country’s energy security.
The outlay of Rs 19,700 crore for the Green Hydrogen Mission will mobilise a green hydrogen production capacity of 5 metric million tonnes by 2030.
Moreover, to encourage the optimal use of wetlands, enhance biodiversity, carbon stock, eco-tourism opportunities and income generation for local communities, the Amrit Dharohar scheme will be implemented over three years.
Source: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/renewables/view-budget-2023-ensured-india-is-primed-for-green-growth
On the basis of the given text and common understanding, answer the following questions:
- (i)2 marks
Define sustainable development.
- (ii)4 marks
Briefly elaborate, any two reasons behind the objective of Green Growth being set up by the Indian Government.
Source: official sample paper from cbseacademic.nic.in (PDF). See it in the full Sample paper 2023-24.
Hints
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Hint 1
Who must not lose out in sustainable development?
Hint 2
Find the net zero target year in the passage.
Step-by-step solution
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- 2 marks
(i) Sustainable development is development that meets the needs of the present generation without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.
- 2 marks
(ii) Reason 1: India faces depleting natural resources and limited supplies of water, minerals and fossil fuels, which have created environmental problems. Green growth uses resources more efficiently and sustainably.
- 2 marks
(ii) Reason 2: to counter the climate threat, India has committed to net zero by 2070. Green growth will decarbonise industry, reduce dependence on imported fossil fuels and make India a market leader in sunrise sectors such as green hydrogen.
Answer: (i) Development that meets present needs without compromising future generations. (ii) Depleting resources, and the net-zero-by-2070 commitment (decarbonisation, less fuel import dependence).
Where the marks are
- Definition (2)
- Two reasons (2 + 2)
Revise the chapter
- Chapter: Environment and Sustainable Development (notes, formulas, where marks are lost and every past question)
- Topic: Sustainable Development: Meaning, Conditions, Strategies and India's Environment
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