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Which of the following statements is correct about natural resources?Statement I: Resources that are drawn from Nature and used without much modificat
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Which of the following statements is correct about natural resources?
Statement I: Resources that are drawn from Nature and used without much modification are called natural resources.
Statement II: Natural resources can be broadly categorized into renewable and non-renewable resources.

A.

Neither I nor II

B.

Only I

C.

Only II

D.

Both I and II

Correct option is D

The correct answer is: (d) Both I and II
Explanation:
Statement I is correct: Natural resources are materials or substances that occur in nature and can be utilized by humans. These are often used with minimal alteration. Examples include water, sunlight, air, soil, minerals, and forest products.
Statement II is correct: Natural resources are generally classified into:
  • Renewable resources – Replenished naturally over time (e.g., solar energy, wind energy, biomass, forests).

  • Non-renewable resources – Finite in quantity and cannot be replenished easily (e.g., coal, petroleum, natural gas).

Information Booster:
Renewable resources are sustainable if used judiciously; overexploitation can lead to degradation.
• Conservation of resources is key to sustainable development.
• The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) emphasizes balancing resource use and environmental protection.
Additional Information:
• Resource management includes practices like recycling, alternative energy, and efficient usage to reduce environmental impact.

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