Among the statements given below select the ones that correctly describe the concept of sustainable development:

(i) planned growth with minimum damage to the environment.


(ii) growth irrespective of the extent of damage caused to the environment.


(iii) stopping all development work to conserve the environment.


(iv) growth that is acceptable to all the stakeholders.

Sustainable development means growth in every sector without causing any damage to our environment to meet demands of both present and future generations. Four main stakeholders should accept the growth that will be taking place in every sector, as stakeholders play an important role towards sustainable development.

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