Question

The ecological thought that believes in saving the forests as trees give oxygen, better rainfall, and air quality, but not for its intrinsic values, belongs to:

• A. Deep ecology
• B. Social ecology
• C. Eco-feminism
• D. Shallow ecology

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

The ecological thought described dominantly belongs to Shallow ecology.

Additional Context:

• Shallow Ecology (4):
  • Anthropocentric approach (human-centered benefits)
  • Focuses on resource conservation for human utility
  • Examples: Planting trees for oxygen/rainfall, not intrinsic value
• Other Ecological Philosophies:
  • Deep Ecology (1): Biocentric equality, intrinsic value of nature
  • Social Ecology (2): Links environmental and social hierarchies
  • Eco-feminism (3): Connects nature exploitation and gender oppression
• Key Differences:
  • Shallow: "Save nature to serve humans"
  • Deep: "Nature has inherent rights"

Correct Answer: (4) Shallow ecology.