Social Science · Class 10
Geography: Resources and Development
Learn Geography: Resources and Development with notes, examples, and practice questions.
4 sections15–25 min read6 MCQs · 2 examples
Chapter Overview
Resources and Development covers classification of resources, sustainable development, land use, soil conservation, and planning — linking natural endowment to human needs responsibly.
Resource Classification
- Biotic vs abiotic; renewable vs non-renewable
- Individual, community, national, international resources
- Stock vs reserve — usability depends on technology
- Resource planning essential in populous India
Land and Soil
- Land under forest, agriculture, non-agricultural uses
- Land degradation — deforestation, overgrazing, mining
- Soil erosion and conservation — contour ploughing, shelter belts
- Net sown area and productivity vary by region
Sustainable Development
- Rio Earth Summit 1992 — Agenda 21
- Balance economic growth with environment
- Renewable energy transition — solar, wind
- Equity between present and future generations
Solved Examples
Step-by-step solutions — read each step before checking the final answer.
Resource planning
Why is resource planning needed in India?
- 1Uneven distribution — coal east, petroleum west
- 2Large population increases demand
- 3Planning reduces waste and regional disparity
Answer
Match scarce resources to needs across regions sustainably
Soil conservation
How do shelter belts prevent soil erosion?
- 1Trees planted in rows break wind speed
- 2Reduce wind erosion in arid and semi-arid areas
Answer
Tree rows protect topsoil from wind
Key Points to Remember
- ✓ Resources are finite; technology converts stock to reserve
- ✓ Land degradation is serious in India
- ✓ Sustainable development is global goal
- ✓ Conservation and development must go together
Exam Tips
- • Renewable vs non-renewable examples
- • Causes of land degradation
- • Meaning of sustainable development
Practice MCQs — Geography: Resources and Development
Test your understanding with topic-wise multiple choice questions. Explanations appear after each answer.
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Rio Earth Summit held in: