[Class 8 Geograpy] Human beings are an important resource. Justify (2024)

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Last updated at April 16, 2024 by Teachoo

Human beings are an important resource. Justify this statement.

Answer:

Answer by Student

• Human beings are an important resource because they can make use of the nature to create more resources by applying knowledge, skill and technology .
• Human beings can enhance their quality and productivity through proper education, health care and training .
• Human beings can contribute to the economic, social and cultural development of a country by participating in various activities and sectors .

Detailed Answer by Teachoo

• Human beings are an important resource because they can make use of the nature to create more resources by applying knowledge, skill and technology .
• For example, human beings can transform a barren land into a fertile one by using irrigation, fertilizers and seeds.
• Human beings can also invent new machines, devices and methods to increase the efficiency and productivity of various processes.

• Human beings can enhance their quality and productivity through proper education, health care and training .
  • Education helps human beings to acquire knowledge, skills and values that enable them to perform better in different fields.
  • Health care ensures that human beings are physically and mentally fit to work and live.
  • Training provides human beings with specific skills and techniques that are required for a particular job or task.

• Human beings can contribute to the economic, social and cultural development of a country by participating in various activities and sectors .
  • Economic development refers to the growth of income, output and employment in a country. Human beings can produce goods and services, trade with other countries, invest in different sectors and generate income for themselves and the nation.
  • Social development refers to the improvement of the quality of life of the people in a country. Human beings can participate in social welfare activities, such as education, health, sanitation, housing, etc. They can also form groups, associations and movements to voice their opinions and demands.
  • Cultural development refers to the preservation and promotion of the diversity and richness of the culture of a country. Human beings can create and appreciate various forms of art, literature, music, dance, etc. They can also respect and celebrate the customs, traditions and festivals of different communities.

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