India: Resources - Class 12 Bihar Board Social Studies

Resources and Their Utilization in India

Meaning and Definition of Resources A resource is anything that satisfies human needs and is useful for fulfilling requirements. Not every object is a resource; it must be economically viable, technologically accessible, and culturally acceptable. Human beings are considered the ultimate resource...

Based on time, energy sources are classified into which categories?

Conventional and Non-conventional

What are the classifications of resources based on their status of development?

Potential, Developed, Stock, Reserves

What is the simplest definition of a resource as explained in the introductory part?

Anything that fulfills human needs

Which of the following is considered the ultimate resource according to the discussion?

Human beings

What is the complete definition of a resource?

A resource is any material or entity that is economically viable, technologically accessible, and culturally acceptable for human use. This means its extraction and use must yield economic benefit, the technology for its utilization must exist, and its purpose must be accepted by society.

Why are human beings considered the ultimate resource?

Humans are the ultimate resource because they possess the knowledge, skills, and capability to understand environmental laws, develop technology, and transform natural materials into useful resources. Their ingenuity is essential for resource utilization and socio-economic development, as demonstrated by nations like Japan.