What are natural resources?

Natural resources are materials and components that exist in nature and are used by humans for survival and development.

How can forests be conserved?

Forests can be conserved through afforestation, sustainable logging, protected areas, and by reducing deforestation.

What is sustainable use of resources?

Sustainable use of resources means using them responsibly to meet present needs without harming future generations.

2. Why is management of natural resources important?

Management ensures sustainable use, prevents depletion, maintains ecosystem services (air, water, soil fertility), supports livelihoods and secures resources for future generations.

Management of Natural Resources | Class 10 Science Notes

📘 Introduction

This chapter explains Management of Natural Resources, covering conservation, sustainable use, forest, water, mineral & energy resources. Essential for NEET, SSC, Railway, and Police Bharti exams and Class 10 board preparation.

🔹 Key Concepts

Natural Resources: Materials found in nature used by humans.
Forest Resources: Conservation, afforestation, sustainable logging.
Water Resources: Rainwater harvesting, watershed management.
Mineral & Energy Resources: Sustainable extraction & usage.
Sustainable Development: Responsible use of resources for future generations.

📊 Chapter Summary Table

Resource	Management / Conservation	Importance
Forest	Afforestation, protected areas, sustainable logging	Maintains biodiversity & ecological balance
Water	Rainwater harvesting, watershed management	Prevents scarcity & supports agriculture
Minerals	Sustainable extraction, reduce wastage	Supports industry & economy
Energy	Use renewable sources, minimize pollution	Ensures long-term energy security

🧮 Practice Questions

What are natural resources? ➡ Show Answer
Natural resources are materials and components that exist in nature and are used by humans for survival and development.
How can forests be conserved? ➡ Show Answer
Through afforestation, sustainable logging, protected areas, and reducing deforestation.
What is sustainable use of resources? ➡ Show Answer
Using resources responsibly to meet present needs without harming future generations.

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NCERT Class 10 — Management of Natural Resources

3. What is watershed management?

4. Name common rainwater harvesting techniques.

5. What is sustainable forest management?

6. Differentiate afforestation and reforestation.

7. What are non-timber forest products (NTFPs)? Give examples.

8. What are the main types of protected areas for wildlife conservation?

9. What is Joint Forest Management (JFM)?

10. What practices help conserve soil on slopes and farmlands?

11. How is a degraded watershed rehabilitated?

12. What causes groundwater depletion and what are its consequences?

13. How can mineral extraction be made more sustainable?

14. How does rooftop rainwater harvesting recharge groundwater?

15. What is rotational grazing and why is it used?

16. What are sacred groves and how do they help conserve nature?

17. Why protect and manage wetlands?

18. How is catchment area protection important for reservoirs?

19. What is Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM)?

20. Why involve communities in natural resource management?

21. What is land reclamation and when is it used?

22. How are non-timber forest products sustainably harvested?

23. What is the purpose of gene banks and seed banks?

24. What is ecosystem restoration and give examples?

25. What is biodiversity offsetting?

26. How does the concept of carrying capacity relate to resource management?

27. What is an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) and why is it required?

28. What are Payments for Ecosystem Services (PES)?

29. How do resource efficiency and circular economy support natural resource management?

30. What is co-management of natural resources?

31. Name measures to reduce reservoir siltation.

32. What is selective logging and why is it preferred over clear-cutting?

33. How are fisheries managed sustainably?

34. How does environmental education support resource management?

35. What is ecological restoration best practices?

36. What is community forestry?

37. Why is women's participation important in natural resource management?

38. What is adaptive management?

39. How can incentives encourage conservation by landowners?

40. How do natural resources reduce disaster risks?

41. Why do markets often fail to conserve natural resources?

42. What is a landscape approach to resource management?

43. What indicators are used to monitor natural resource health?

44. Why is cooperation important for transboundary resource management?

45. How can cities manage natural resources sustainably?

46. How is success measured in natural resource management projects?

47. Give a brief example of a successful community-based resource management project.

48. How do GIS and remote sensing aid resource management?

49. What ethical issues arise in natural resource management?

50. Final summary: Management of Natural Resources — key takeaways