Question

1. which of the following is an example of sustainable practices?

a. hunting endemic species
b. terraced farming
c. clear-cutting forests
d. building dams without planning

Explanation:

• Option a: Hunting endemic species can lead to their extinction, so it's not sustainable.
• Option b: Terraced farming helps prevent soil erosion, conserve water, and maintain agricultural productivity over time, making it a sustainable practice.
• Option c: Clear - cutting forests destroys habitats, reduces biodiversity, and disrupts ecosystems, so it's unsustainable.
• Option d: Building dams without planning can cause environmental and social problems like disrupting river ecosystems and displacing communities, so it's not sustainable.

Answer:

b. Terraced farming