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•  Goal 15—Life on Land: This goal ensures stopping further damage to life on earth by deforestation, loss of
                   natural habitats, and land degradation so that all nations together can work to conserve and sustainably use
                   biodiversity and ecosystems.
                    By stopping the cutting of trees and forests, land degradation,  fragmentation  and overgrasing  will help in
                   preserving and restoring terrestrial ecosystems such as forests, wetlands, grasslands, drylands and mountains.
                   Cutting trees is leading to soil erosion and making land dry and unusable for cultivation.
                    For example, National Afforestation  Programme  (NAP):  Aims  to increase  forest  and  tree  cover  to enhance
                   biodiversity, combat desertification, and mitigate climate change impacts in India.
                 •  Goal 16—Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions: This goal ensures the end of abuse, exploitation, trafficking
                   and all forms of violence by implementing laws at the national and international levels to promote peaceful and
                   inclusive societies for sustainable development by all nations.
                    By fostering peaceful societies, this goal supports economic growth and social stability. Strong institutions ensure
                   accountability and transparency, which are essential for sustainable development and trust in governance. It
                   strives to create environments where everyone can live peacefully, with equal rights and opportunities upheld
                   by robust institutions.
                    For example, National Legal Services Authority (NALSA) works to provide free legal aid and promote access to
                   justice for marginalised and vulnerable groups, ensuring fair and inclusive legal systems.
                 •  Goal 17—Partnerships for the Goal: This goal focuses on strengthening the means of implementation and
                   revitalising the global partnership for sustainable development.
                    By collaborating across countries, organisations, and sectors, we can share knowledge, resources, and solutions
                   to tackle global challenges like poverty, hunger, and climate change more effectively. These partnerships foster
                   innovation and ensure that no one is left behind in the pursuit of sustainable development. By pooling our
                   strengths and expertise, we can create lasting impact and build a more resilient and inclusive world for future
                   generations.

                    For example, International  Solar Alliance (ISA) aims to facilitate collaboration  among solar-resource-rich
                   countries to reduce dependence on fossil fuels and promote sustainable energy solutions globally.


                            Reboot


                       1.  What is Goal 4 of the Sustainable Development Goals?

                       2.  How many major problems are related to sustainable development?





                          At a Glance


                       • Sustainable development is the development that satisfies the needs of the present without compromising the
                       capacity of future generations, guaranteeing the balance between economic growth, environmental care, and social
                       well-being.
                       • Three major problems related to sustainable development are food, Water, and fuel.
                       • The specialised skills which are important for building or developing a Sustainable Green Economy are called Green
                       Skills.
                       • The Sustainable Development Goals also known as the Global Goals, are a universal approach for improving our
                       world. These 17 interconnected universal goals were approved by the United Nations General Assembly in 2015 and
                       are expected to be achieved by the year 2030.
                       • Organic farming is farming in which farmers do not use chemical pesticides and fertilisers to increase their production.
                       They use organic and natural fertilisers, such as cow dung to help in growing crops.



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