NCERT Class 8 Geography — Chapter 1: Resources

Consider the following statements about 'Human Made Resources': 1. Human made resources are created without the use of any natural resources. 2. Technology is considered a human made resource. 3. They are resources produced by humans to satisfy their needs. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

In the context of environmental conservation, which one of the following is inconsistent with the principles of maintaining the earth's life support system?

Consider the following statements regarding the 'Value' of resources: 1. The value of a resource can change with the passage of time. 2. Economic value is the only type of value a resource can have. 3. Some resources can become economically valuable with time. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

What is the primary objective of 'Resource Conservation'?

Which one of the following is an example of a renewable resource that is not affected by human activities?

Consider the following statements regarding 'Human Made Resources': 1. They are natural resources used without modification. 2. Buildings, bridges, and roads are examples. 3. They are created without altering the original form of natural substances. Which of the statements given above are correct?

With reference to the distribution of natural resources, consider the following statements: 1. The distribution is unequal across the earth. 2. It depends solely on the level of technological development of a region. 3. Physical factors like terrain, climate, and altitude play a major role in distribution. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements about 'Value' in the context of resources: 1. In the context of resources, 'value' refers strictly to the price paid in the market. 2. Some resources must have economic value to be traded commercially. 3. A grandmother's home remedy has no commercial value today but can acquire it if patented. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Which of the following factors does NOT primarily influence the distribution of natural resources?

Which one of the following is NOT considered a core principle of Sustainable Development?

Which one of the following statements regarding 'Non-renewable resources' is incorrect?

With reference to 'Human Resources', consider the following statements: 1. It refers only to the number (quantity) of people. 2. It includes both mental and physical abilities of people. 3. Human resources function independently and are not dependent on each other. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

The concept that links the future of the planet with the ability to maintain and preserve nature's life support system is best described as:

Consider the following statements regarding 'Human Resource Development' (HRD): 1. It refers to increasing the population to ensure more workforce. 2. It involves improving the quality of people's skills. 3. Education and health are critical components of HRD. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

In the context of resource development, what role do 'Time' and 'Technology' play?

Consider the following statements: 1. Water is a renewable resource. 2. Water abundance ensures there is no shortage anywhere in the world. 3. Water is a non-renewable resource because it is drying up. Which of the statements given above are correct?

Consider the following statements: 1. Natural resources are classified based on their renewability. 2. Solar energy is considered a non-renewable resource. 3. Coal is a non-renewable resource. Which of the statements given above are correct?

Which one of the following is an example of a resource that possesses aesthetic or functional value but lacks direct commercial economic value?

Which of the following actions contributes to 'Sustainable Development'? 1. Reducing consumption. 2. Maximizing waste generation. 3. Discarding items after a single use. Select the correct answer using the code given below:

What is the primary reason for the uneven distribution of natural resources across the earth's surface?

With reference to 'Patents', which of the following statements best describes the term?

The principle of "minimizing the depletion of natural resources" is a core component of:

With reference to 'Resource Conservation', consider the following statements: 1. It implies not using natural resources at all. 2. It means using resources carefully and giving them time to get renewed. 3. It is unrelated to the concept of sustainable development. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding 'Technology' as a resource: 1. It is considered a natural resource because it uses natural laws. 2. It is the application of the latest knowledge and skill in doing or making things. 3. It acts as a factor that can change a substance into a resource. Which of the statements given above are correct?

With reference to the concept of 'Resources', consider the following statements: 1. Utility or usability is the primary criterion that makes an object a resource. 2. All resources possess economic value at the time of their use. 3. Resources cannot acquire economic value with the passage of time. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Which of the following factors are primarily responsible for changing substances into resources? 1. Time 2. Technology is unrelated to the transformation of substances into resources. 3. Needs of the people Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Despite water being a renewable resource, water scarcity is a major global issue. Which one of the following is the primary reason for this?

Which one of the following best defines the concept of 'Sustainable Development'?

Consider the following pairs regarding resource classification: Pair | Description 1. Renewable Resources | Resources that get replenished quickly 2. Non-renewable Resources | Resources with limited stock 3. Human-made Resources | Natural substances whose original form has been changed 4. Human Resources | The physical terrain and climate of a region How many of the above pairs are correctly matched?

Consider the following statements regarding 'Non-renewable Resources': 1. They have a limited stock. 2. Once exhausted, they can be renewed within a short period of time. 3. Coal and petroleum are examples of non-renewable resources. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

With reference to the evolution of resources, how does 'discovery' influence 'resource creation'?

Consider the following statements regarding the 'Utility' of a resource: 1. It is the usability that makes an object a resource. 2. All objects with utility have the same economic value. 3. Utility gives an object a value. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding 'Utility' and 'Value': 1. All resources have utility. 2. All resources have economic value. 3. Utility gives a resource its value. Which of the statements given above are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding 'Human Resources': 1. Education and health have no role in making people a valuable resource. 2. People are the most important resource. 3. Human resource development involves improving the quality of people's skills. Which of the statements given above are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding 'Human Resources': 1. Human resources refer solely to the machinery used by people. 2. Improving the quality of people's skills is known as Human Resource Development. 3. Human resources interact with nature to create further resources. Which of the statements given above are correct?

Consider the following statements: 1. Natural resources are classified only into ubiquitous and localized resources. 2. Many natural resources are free gifts of nature. 3. Tools and technology may be required to use natural resources in the best possible way. Which of the statements given above are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding 'Interdependence': 1. Human beings are completely independent of each other in modern society. 2. Farmers provide food grains for everyone. 3. Scientists suggest means to improve farm production. Which of the statements given above are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding 'Stock of Resource': 1. It refers to the amount of resources available for use. 2. It is always unlimited for renewable resources. 3. The stock of non-renewable resources is unlimited. Which of the statements given above are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding 'Human Resource Development': 1. It involves improving the health of people. 2. It focuses exclusively on physical strength, ignoring education. 3. It aims to enable people to create more resources. Which of the statements given above are correct?

With reference to renewable resources, consider the following statements: 1. Some renewable resources like solar energy are unlimited. 2. Careless use has no impact on the stock of resources like soil and forest. 3. Shortage of water is a major problem despite it being a renewable resource. Which of the statements given above are correct?

Which one of the following concepts advocates for a change in personal attitude and practices towards the environment?

"Each discovery or invention leads to many others." Which of the following examples supports this statement? 1. The discovery of fire was primarily used for industrial smelting in the Paleolithic age. 2. Invention of the wheel led to newer modes of transport. 3. Technology to create hydroelectricity has rendered water a non-resource. Select the correct answer using the code given below:

"Using resources carefully and giving them time to get renewed." This statement defines:

Consider the following statements about 'Renewable Resources': 1. Renewable resources take millions of years to get replenished. 2. Some renewable resources like solar energy are unlimited. 3. Water is a renewable resource. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

With reference to 'Natural Resources', consider the following statements: 1. They are resources drawn from Nature and used without much modification. 2. All natural resources are free gifts of nature. 3. Tools and technology are never required to use natural resources. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Which one of the following is classified as a 'Human Made Resource'?

Which one of the following terms refers to the careful utilization of resources to allow them time for renewal?