Question

Which of the following is not a basic pillar of sustainable development?

• A. Environmental preservation
• B. Social equity
• C. Economic growth
• D. Urbanisation

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

In the context of sustainable development, there are three widely recognized core pillars: 

• Environmental Preservation: This involves maintaining natural resources and ecosystems, reducing pollution, and ensuring a healthy planet for future generations.
• Social Equity: This pillar focuses on improving the quality of life for all individuals, promoting social inclusion, and ensuring equal opportunities and access to resources.
• Economic Growth: Sustainable economic growth involves establishing a stable economy that provides jobs, reduces poverty, and enhances the quality of life without compromising environmental and social standards.

Urbanisation, while a significant aspect of modern development, is not considered one of the basic pillars of sustainable development. While urbanization has impacts on sustainability, it is not a standalone pillar; instead, it intersects with and influences the three core pillars mentioned above.

Therefore, the correct answer is Urbanisation.

Answer 2

The option that is not a basic pillar of sustainable development is (4) Urbanisation.

Additional Context:

• Three Pillars of Sustainability:
  • Environmental preservation (1): Ecological balance and resource conservation
  • Social equity (2): Justice, inclusion, and quality of life
  • Economic growth (3): Responsible production/consumption
• About Urbanisation:
  • A process that may support or hinder sustainability
  • Not a foundational pillar but an implementation factor
• UNSDG Framework:
  • 17 Goals integrating all three pillars
  • Urban development addressed specifically in SDG 11

Correct Answer: (4) Urbanisation.