What is the main criticism of viewing nature only as an economic resource?
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Correct answer: It ignores ecological, cultural and ethical values
Nature provides marketable materials, but its importance is much broader. It supports habitats, ecosystem services, cultural identity, spiritual values and ethical responsibilities toward other living beings. Therefore, reducing nature to an economic resource ignores benefits and meanings that markets may not price. Option A captures this wider ecological and social criticism; the other choices make extreme or unrelated claims.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
It ignores ecological, cultural and ethical values
Why is this the correct answer?
Nature provides marketable materials, but its importance is much broader. It supports habitats, ecosystem services, cultural identity, spiritual values and ethical responsibilities toward other living beings. Therefore, reducing nature to an economic resource ignores benefits and meanings that markets may not price. Option A captures this wider ecological and social criticism; the other choices make extreme or unrelated claims.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 11 Geography question. Chapter: Geography as a Discipline. Topic: Geography as an integrating discipline.
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