Question

    What significant event marked a turning point in global

    environmental policy in the 20th century?
    A The publication of "The Limits to Growth" in 1972 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B The Chernobyl disaster in 1986 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C The signing of the Rio Declaration in 1992 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D All of the above Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    All the events listed were significant turning points in global environmental policy. "The Limits to Growth" presented a pioneering computer model forecasting the consequences of unchecked economic and population growth. The Chernobyl disaster underscored the dire potential consequences of environmental mismanagement, and the Rio Declaration laid down fundamental principles for sustainable development.

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