Intergenerational equity principle – UGC NET Question

Intergenerational equity holds that present development should not compromise the ability of future generations to access resources and enjoy a healthy environment.

Option A:
Incorrect, because prioritising present economic growth at any cost can deplete resources and degrade ecosystems for future people.

Option B:
Correct, as it directly expresses fairness between current and future generations in terms of resources and environmental quality.

Option C:
Incorrect, since military strength is not the central concern of intergenerational equity.

Option D:
Incorrect, because exhausting non-renewable resources now would severely restrict future generations, violating this principle.