CHAPTER 5
SOCIAL ISSUES AND THE ENVIRONMENT
5.1 INTRODUCTION
Environment is the fundamental source of all life on earth. It not only directs but determines the existence, growth and development of mankind and all its activities. The development without thinking about the ill-effects on the biotic and abiotic factors leads to unsustainability.
Environment has several dimensions. They are:
- Economic
- Ethical
- Scientific
- Technological
- Political
- Social
- Religion
- Food
- Education
- National security and educational health
The advancement of human civilization from ancient period to modern period will have an impact on social lives of the people. The developments in human society have brought serious consequences on environment which includes green house ...
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