Resources based on the economy forests land water fisheries minerals and environmental issues.

Introduction

Forests
Forest resources
 Forest provides a wide range of economic

and social benefit for instances through employment values generated from the processing and trade of forest products and investments in the forest sector.

Impacts
 On the economy and society:-

Employment opportunities provides an economic benefit as forestry is an indicator of socio economic value of the sector.
 Social benefits:-

Social functions of forest are more difficult to measure in monetary terms and can vary considerably among countries depending upon the traditions and level of development. Maintaining and enhancing these functions is a part of sustainable forest management.

Land
Land resources Land is the most crucial and limiting factor in any economy, without land life on earth is impossible. Land can be used for many purposes Ex: agriculture, residential, industrial, etc. In India agriculture contributes 28% and industries contribute 18% of the total GDP.

Impact on the economy

 Land acquisition.

 Lack of proper implementation.

 Example:- Tata (nano) plant in West Bengal.

 Advantages :-

Increase in standard of living. More job opportunities. Technological improvement.

 Disadvantages :-

Deforestation. Destruction of water bodies. Land degradation.

Land
Water resources India is endowed with rich and vast diversity of natural resources, water being one of them. It plays a vital role in agricultural production and for the industries. Integrated water mgt is vital for poverty reduction, environmental sustenance and sustainable economic development.

Impacts
 Population growth:-

Due to the population growth in developing countries scarcity of water is experienced by them. Only when the demand of water increases there will a corresponding increase in water conservation and recycling.
 Expansion of business activity:-

Business activity ranging from industrialization to services such as tourism and entertainment continues to expand rapidly. This expansion requires increased water services including both supply and sanitation, which can lead to more pressure on water resources and natural ecosystems.

Conflicts
 Thailand has been experiencing water stress

for several years. In addition to this countries such as China, India, Iran, Pakistan rely on water for irrigation and are particularly at risk of water related conflicts.
 Political tensions, civil protests and violence

may also occur in reaction to water privatization.

Fisheries
 Fish resources:-

It represents natural capital and are a potential sources of sustainable wealth for many costal island and inland developing countries. This wealth provides the opportunity for such resources to make an ongoing contribution to economic growth and poverty alleviation.

Impacts
 Food supply:-

Fish is a major source of animal protein for many communities. It is essential to quantify the dependence on fish as a food source, so that policies and management ensure sustainable use and efficient access for dependent communities in business.
 Indian economy:-

For national and local policy and planning, fisheries are able to generate substantial economic benefits. It also helps in getting foreign exchange from export earning.

Examples
 Goa has a coastline of about 100kms and is

rich in marine wealth. Fisheries are the main economic activity of the state. This has given a boost to canning, freezing and fish processing industries in the state and offers great investment opportunities.  The Solomon islands industry earned approximately $5 million per year from the export to live and dead coral, cultured coral and other aquarium products.

Minerals

Environmental issues

Conclusion