Human Resource Development and Sustainability Concepts

The video tutorial covers the concept of economic development, exploring various perspectives and key indicators such as Net National Product, Per Capita Income, Purchasing Power Parity, and Human Development Index. It discusses the importance of sustainable development, differentiating between renewable and non-renewable resources. The tutorial also highlights policies for sustainable development, focusing on non-conventional energy sources like solar power. Finally, it reviews environmental policies in India, including significant acts and constitutional duties related to environmental protection.

What does the term 'development' broadly refer to?

• The advancement of technology

• The progress of a specific field or person

• The economic growth of a country

• The increase in population

Which of the following is NOT a perspective on development?

• Never-ending process

• Stagnation

• Freedom to grow

• Bettering oneself

Which indicator is considered a true measure of national output?

• Purchasing Power Parity

• Human Development Index

• Net National Product

• Per Capita Income

How is Per Capita Income calculated?

• By multiplying the total income by the total population

• By dividing the total income by the total population

• By adding the total income to the total population

• By dividing the total income by the number of employed people

What does Purchasing Power Parity compare?

• The economic growth of two countries

• The currency value of a country to the US dollar

• The purchasing power of different currencies

• The GDP of two countries

What is the focus of Human Resource Development?

• Increasing the population

• Developing physical and mental abilities

• Improving infrastructure

• Building more schools

What is the main goal of sustainable economic development?

• Reducing population growth

• Development without environmental damage

• Maximizing resource use

• Increasing industrial output

Which of the following is a renewable resource?

• Coal

• Natural gas

• Petroleum

• Solar energy

What is the primary benefit of using solar power in India?

• It is available only during the day

• It requires no maintenance

• It reduces electricity costs

• It is cheaper than coal

Which act was introduced to protect biodiversity in India?

• National Green Tribunal Act

• Water Act

• Forest Act

• Biological Diversity Act