‘‘The concept of development cannot be restricted to the economic sphere alone.’’ What values can convert this concept of development into sustainable development? Explain.
Name the shipping canal that connects Mediterranean Sea and Red Sea. Describe its any four features.
Distinguish between ports and harbours. Why are sea ports known as gateways of international trade? Explain.
In the given political outline map of the World, five features have been shown by A, B, C, D and E. Identify these features with the help of the information given below and write their correct names on the lines drawn near them:
A. An industrial region
B. A terminal station of railway
C. A major airport
D. A major sea port
E. A mega city
Explain the digital divide with special reference to India.
The digital divide:
(i) Opportunities emerging from the Information and Communication Technology based development is unevenly distributed across the globe.
(ii) There are wide-ranging economic, political and social differences among countries. How quickly countries can provide ICT access and benefits to its citizens is the deciding factor.
(iii) While developed countries in general, have surged forward, the developing countries have lagged behind and this is known as the digital divide.
(iv) Similarly, digital divides exist within countries.
(v) For example, in a large country like India or Russia, it is inevitable that certain areas like metropolitan centres possess better connectivity and access to the digital world versus peripheral rural areas.
‘‘An important aspect of population growth in India is the growth of its adolescents.’’ Support this statement with suitable arguments.