IGNOU MED-002 June 2025 Previous Year Question Paper

Q1.(a) Explain the concept of sustainable development. What are the various dimensions of sustainable development ?

(b) Explain few unsustainable activities with suitable examples.

Q2.(a) Describe the concept of carrying capacity. Explain the important features of carrying capacity. 5

(b) What are the differences between intra- generational and _inter-generational equity and justice ? Elaborate.

Q3.(a) Explain the ‘Positivist Approach’ to study sustainable development. Suggest measures to reduce unsustainable activities. 5

(b) What do you understand by ‘Ecosystem Approach’ ? How is it helpful in understanding the process of sustainable development ?

Q4.(a) Describe the indicators of unsustainable practices in agriculture, which has resulted in environmental degradation.

(b) What do you understand by a sustainable lifestyle ? Explain with examples.

Q5.(a) Describe the impact of industrialization in South Asia, especially in relation to the environmental consequences. 5

(b) Explain the different forms of industrialization and their advantages.

Q6.(a) Elaborate with suitable examples the regional issues of different countries that pose a hurdle for sustainable development. 5

(b) Write a short note on climate change and its impact on sustainable development. Suggest measures to reduce the pace of climate change.

Q7.(a) Discuss any two Acts put in place for environmental protection in India. 5

(b) Describe the role of any two major conferences on environmental protection and sustainable development.

Q8.(a) Describe the importance of ‘Traditional Knowledge’ in sustainable development. Provide some examples of traditional knowledge and explain how they help in achieving sustainable development. 5

(b) Explain the role of information and communication technology in sustainable development with examples.