K.R.M.V.P.

2024 – 25 / CLASS X / SUB : AI / TOPIC : Green Skills

What is Sustainable Development?

Sustainable development is the development that satisfies the needs of the present without compromising
the capacity of future generations, guaranteeing the balance between economic growth, care for the
environment and social well-being.

Problems Related to Sustainable Development

Three major problems related to sustainable

development are:

(a) Food: The amount of rich, fertile land needed to grow crops, such as wheat, rice, etc., is becoming

less as we are using up more and more land for other purposes. Soil nutrients are also getting

depleted and lots of chemicals are spoiling the soil due to use of chemical fertilisers.

(b) Water: We use fresh water from rivers and ponds for drinking and cleaning but dump garbage into

them. The rivers and ponds are getting polluted. This way after several years, we will have no clean

water for our use.

(c) Fuel: We are using a lot of wood from trees as fuels and for construction of homes and furniture.

As more and more trees are being cut, it is affecting the climate of the place. Extreme weather

conditions, such as floods, extreme cold or heat, are seen in many places, which affect the people

living there.

Example of large scale production of solar power

One major example of large scale production of solar power is seen in Charanka — Gujarat Solar

Park. This barren land with wild vegetation has a mega solar power plant of 600 MW. This has reduced the
dependence on non-renewable fossil fuels in Gujarat. The people of Charanka have benefited as they have a
good source of income and this will also help future generations in the next 40–50 years to come

Sustainable Development Goals

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The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are a universal call of action to end poverty, protect the

planet and ensure that all people enjoy peace and prosperity. The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
were launched at the United Nations Sustainable Development Summit in New York in September 2015,
forming the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. It has set targets that the countries have to should
work towards and achieve by 2030.

Sustainable Development Initiatives

When plastics were banned by the municipal corporation of Mangalore, an innovator and entrepreneur Mr
Avasth Hedge found an eco-friendly alternative. He made a 100 per cent bio-degradable bag which can
dissolve in hot water and decompose in natural environment. This is now being used in many countries and is
going to help the environment.
Another innovative idea was to stop the use of plastics spoons, forks, etc. Narayana Peesapaty made
edible cutlery made out of a grain — these spoons can be eaten and even if they are not eaten they will easily
decompose in the soil enriching it. https://www.ibef.org/Innovations-from-India.aspx

A. Multiple choice questions

1. How many sustainable development goals are given by the United Nations?

(a) 18 (b) 17 (c) 15 (d) 20

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Ans: (b) 17

2. Choose the option which defines sustainable development.

(a) Taking care of future generations

(b) Taking care of only ourselves

(c) Taking care of ourselves and the future generations

(d) Well-being of all

Ans: (c) Taking care of ourselves and the future generations

3. Which organisation has made the Sustainable Development Goals.

(a) United Nations

(b) League of Nations

(c) UNICEF

(d) World Health Organisation

Ans: (a) United Nations

4. Which of the following sources of energy is from a renewable source?

(a) Solar energy (b) Wood (c) Coals (d) Petrol

Ans: (a) Solar energy

5. Choose the option which is not a sustainable development goal according to United Nations.

(a) Clean Water and Sanitation

(b) Gender Equality

(c) Population

(d) Reduced Inequalities

Ans: (c) Population

1. How many sustainable development goals are given by the United Nations?

(a) 18

(b) 17

(c) 15

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(d) 20

2. Choose the option which defines sustainable development.

(a) Taking care of future generations

(b) Taking care of only ourselves

(c) Taking care of ourselves and the future generations

(d) Well-being of all

3. Which organisation has made the Sustainable Development Goals.

(a) United Nations

(b) League of Nations

(c) UNICEF

(d) World Health Organisation

4. Which of the following sources of energy is from a renewable source?

(a) Solar energy

(b) Wood

(c) Coals

(d) Petrol

5. Choose the option which is not a sustainable development goal

according to the United Nations.

(a) Clean Water and Sanitation

(b) Gender Equality

(c) Population

(d) Reduced Inequalities

Subjective Questions of Green Skills Class 10

Short answer questions

Q1. What is Sustainable Development?

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Ans. Sustainable development is the development that satisfies the needs of the present without
compromising the capacity of future generations

Q2. What is SDGs?

Ans. The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are a universal call of action to end poverty, protect the
planet and ensure that all people enjoy peace and prosperity.

Q3. How many SDGs were given by United Nations to transform the world?

Ans. 17 SDGs were launched to transform the world.

Q4. Write any five SDGs.

Ans. Five SDGs are :

Poverty

Gender Equality

Water use

Energy

Climate Change

Q5. What is Organic Farming?

Ans. Organic farming is where farmers do not use chemical pesticides and fertilizers to increase their
production.

Q6. Name the organization which made the Sustainable Development Goals.

Ans. United Nations

Q7. What are the advantages of using ‘Kulhads’ in place of plastic cups.?

Ans. Advantages of using ‘Kulhads are :

1. Reduce cutting of tree for making paper cups.

2. Job creation for potters, which contributes to economy.
3. Reduce plastic waste

Q8. Define the term Environment.

Ans. The surroundings or conditions in which a person lives is called environment.

Q9. Write two issues which arises due to exploitation of environment.

Ans. Global Warming, Climate Change

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Q10. Write five man-made disruptions that cause ecological imbalance.

Ans. Five man-made disruptions that cause ecological imbalance are :

1. Deforestation
2. Degradation of Land and Soil Erosion.
3. Overexploitation of Resources.
4. Industrial and Atmospheric Pollution.
5. Faulty Mining Practices

Q11. What is Deforestation?

Ans. Cutting of large number of trees for human activities is called deforestation.

Q12. Write two problems which arises due to deforestation.

Ans. Two problems which arises due to deforestation are :

1. Soil Erosion
2. Degrading quality of land.

Q13. Name two types of pollution which increases due to industrialization.

Ans. Two types of pollution which increases due to industrialization are :

1. Air Pollution
2. Water Pollution

Q14. Name any two natural resources.

Ans. Air and Water

Q15. How an individual can contribute in controlling air pollution?

Ans. Individual can contribute in controlling air pollution by :

a) Using public transport

b) Pollution check and maintenance of vehicles at regular interval.

Q16. What are 4R’s in reference to management of waste?

Ans. 4R’s are

1. REFUSE
2. REDUCE
3. REUSE
4. RECYCLE

Q17. What is Upcycle?

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Ans. Upcycle is a new concept wherein old, used material is modified and a new product is created to share
with needy/interested people.

Q18. Name two renewable sources of energy.

Ans. Wind energy and Water energy

Long Answer questions

1. What is the meaning of sustainable development?

Sustainable development is the development that satisfies the needs of the present without compromising
the capacity of future generations, guaranteeing the balance between economic growth, care for the
environment and social well-being

2. Why do you think the United Nations has made the 17 Sustainable Development Goals?

The 17 SDGs have been made to take care of important issues facing businesses, governments and society.
Some of these issues are poverty,gender equality, water use, energy, climate change and biodiversity.

Countries are now making policies and regulations that will promote sustainable systems needed in all
economic sectors to provide a secure, affordable and sustainable economy.

3. List some ways in which we can use resources sensibly

We can become responsible for our own environment by

a) reusing paper, glass, plastic, water, etc.

b) taking cloth bags to market carrying fruits and vegetables.
c) donate things we do not use such as clothes, books, furniture, food, etc.
d) Buy and eat seasonal fruits and vegetables from local growers.
e) Repair leaking taps and pipes to avoid wasting water.
f) Sort and treat garbage before disposing of.

4. Explain the importance of education on sustainable development.

Education is the most important factors for sustainable development. Children who have gone to school will
be able to do jobs so that they can take care of themselves and their families. Education helps us become
aware of our role as a responsible citizen. We should

1. use the facilities present in our areas.

2. take our friends to school.

3. help friends study.

4. stop friends from dropping out of school.

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