Question

We have not inherited this earth from our forefathers; we have borrowed it from our children.

Answer 1

Hint: The Ailing Planet: The Green Movement’s focuses on the reasons that are causing the earth's health to deteriorate. The chapter was originally published in the newspaper ‘The Indian Express' on November 23, 1994, as an essay written by Nani Palkhivala. Human perspective has transformed to a "worldview that is holistic and ecological."

Complete answer:
Mr. Lester Brown has made a groundbreaking declaration. It focuses attention on man's place in the universe. People assume that the earth belongs to them because they inherited it from their forebears. They overlook the fact that our children are the true proprietors of the land.We are only custodians or trustees, and we must continue to grow in a way that meets present needs while not jeopardising future generations' ability to meet their own.

We must not deplete the natural world's resources for future generations. We are stealing our children's heritage in our endeavour to feed the growing millions. For our current aims, we have openly overused natural resources. The depletion of natural resources will result in a deteriorating environment. Our use of nonrenewable resources needs to be reduced. Natural resources must be preserved and handed on to children in their entirety, as they are the true owners.

Note: The author talks about the Green Movement and how a zoo in Zambia labelled humans as the "world's most harmful creatures." The author also discusses overcrowding, deforestation, and what our environmental responsibilities should be.