Question

Sustainable development prioritizes economic growth above all else.

1. Sustainable development prioritizes economic growth above all else
2. The Human Happiness Index considers environmental factors as important indicators.

• A. None of these
• B. ii only
• C. All
• D. i only

Answer 1

Answer:

B. ii only

The first statement is incorrect because:

• Sustainable development does NOT prioritize economic growth above all else

• It includes

1. A human-centered approach that does not impact the environment

2. Focused on preserving resources for future generations

3. Based on ensuring social justice in resource use

   9 indicators are considered to come up with the Human Happiness Index

   ► Health

   ► Quality of life

   ➤ Conservation of nature and biodiversity

   ► Social life and neighborhood

   ➤ Corruption-free governance/ mam

   ► Cultural diversity

   ► Education

   ► Effective use of time

   ► Mental health

The second statement is correct because:

• Among the 9 indicators listed for the Human Happiness Index

• "Conservation of nature and biodiversity" is explicitly mentioned as one of the environmental factors considered