MP Board · Class 10 · Social Science · Geography: Resources and DevelopmentWhat is resource planning? State two reasons why resource planning is essential in a country like India.

Resource planning is a complex and judicious process of identifying, developing, and properly utilizing available resources through suitable strategies to ensure their balanced and sustainable use. \nResource planning is essential in India due to the following reasons:

1. Enormous Diversity in Resource Availability: Certain regions in India are rich in specific resources but deficient in others. For example, Jharkhand and Odisha are rich in mineral deposits but lack infrastructure, whereas Arunachal Pradesh has abundant water resources but lacks infrastructural development.
2. Prevention of Over-exploitation: Irrational consumption and over-utilization lead to severe socio-economic and environmental problems such as land degradation. Proper planning ensures sustainable development for both present and future generations.