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Sustainable Development: Introduction, Approach and Environment Ethics

ICSE · Class 9 · Environmental Science

Complete topic list for Sustainable Development: Introduction, Approach and Environment Ethics in ICSE Class 9 Environmental Science. Key concepts, sub-topics, and what to focus on for board exams.

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Topics in Sustainable Development: Introduction, Approach and Environment Ethics

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1. Sustainable Development: Core Idea and Need

  • Sustainable development balances economic growth, social well-being, and environmental protection.
  • The widely recognised definition of sustainable development is: 'meet the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.'
  • Natural resources are limited and must be used carefully.
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2. Principles of Sustainable Development

  • Respect and care for all forms of life means protecting animals, plants, and ecosystems.
  • Improve the quality of human life means development should support health, education, and social well-being.
  • Conserve the Earth's vitality and diversity means protecting ecosystems, natural resources, and biodiversity.
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3. Global Milestones and SDGs

  • The World Commission on Environment and Development was established in 1983.
  • Its 1987 report Our Common Future introduced and defined sustainable development.
  • The Earth Summit was held in Rio de Janeiro in 1992 and produced Agenda 21.
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4. Leapfrog Approach

  • The leapfrog approach means jumping ahead to modern, efficient, and sustainable technologies without passing through earlier polluting stages.
  • It allows countries to avoid harmful stages of development.
  • It supports cleaner growth and reduces environmental damage.

Key Concepts

Central concept: Sustainable development as a balanced way of meeting present needs while protecting resources, nature, and human well-being for the future

Meaning of sustainable developmentNeed for sustainable developmentPrinciples of sustainable developmentGlobal milestonesSustainable Development GoalsLeapfrog approachEnvironmental ethicsDeep Ecology Movement

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Sustainable Development: Introduction, Approach and Environment Ethics covers several key topics that are frequently asked in ICSE Class 9 board exams. Focus on the core concepts listed on this page and practise related questions to build confidence.
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