What does Agenda 21 emphasize for local governments?

Decentralized resource management

Mandatory industrial growth

Reduction of resource consumption

Conformity with global standards only

Previous Question Next Question

Reviewed & Verified by Edzy Expert

Sandeep Chaturvedi

CBSE Social Science & Humanities Reviewer

Social science and humanities educator with 14+ years of experience reviewing CBSE SST, economics, commerce, arts, and vocational content.

M.A. HistoryM.A. Political ScienceB.Ed.

Answer and Solution

Answer

A. Decentralized resource management

Solution:

Agenda 21 promotes decentralized resource management, encouraging local governments to create their own sustainable development strategies. Other options misinterpret Agenda 21's intent.

Watch Video Solution

Keep Practising

Students who asked this also explored

Continue with nearby questions to strengthen the same chapter concept while you still have the context fresh in mind.

Which natural resource is abundant in Rajasthan?

Single Answer MCQ

View explanation

Which of the following global issues is directly linked to resource exploitation?

Single Answer MCQ

View explanation

The ‘haves’ and ‘have nots’ social division arises mainly from:

Single Answer MCQ

View explanation

What is the primary purpose of resource planning?

Single Answer MCQ

View explanation