In our country, vast tracts of forests are cleared and a single species of plant is cultivated. This practice promotes

Given below are a few statements related to biodiversity. Pick those that correctly describe the concept of biodiversity

(i) Biodiversity refers to the different species of flora and fauna present in an area

(ii) Biodiversity refers to only the flora of a given area

(iii) Biodiversity is greater in a forest

(iv) Biodiversity refers to the total number of individuals of a particular species living in an area

Among the statements given below select the ones that correctly describe the concept of sustainable development

i. Planned growth with minimum damage to the environment

ii. Growth irrespective of the extent of damage caused to the environment

iii. Stopping all developmental work to conserve the environment

iv. Growth that is acceptable to all the stakeholders

A successful forest conservation strategy should involve

The important message conveyed by the ‘Chipko Movement’ is