GS3 · 10 marks · 150 words
Despite huge ecological impacts like high water usage and tree loss, large scale construction projects are declared 'smart' & 'green'. Discuss. How the debate of 'Development versus Environment' can have a logical conclusion. Explain with suitable examples.
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Syllabus: Conservation, environmental pollution and degradation, environmental impact assessment.
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