ECONOMICS (CBSE/UGC NET)

ECONOMICS

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following shows a disadvantage to using tourism as a strategy for development?
A
It is very seasonal
B
It can increase injections
C
It decreases corporation tax revenue
D
It increases the amount of natural resources
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Tourism often puts pressure on natural resources through over-consumption, often in places where resources are already scarce. Tourism puts enormous stress on local land use, and can lead to soil erosion, increased pollution, natural habitat loss, and more pressure on endangered species.

Detailed explanation-2: -Destinations with high fluctuations in seasonality often face various challenges, such as overcrowding, high prices, inadequate infrastructure in peak seasons, as well as a lack of services and job opportunities in shoulder and low seasons.

Detailed explanation-3: -One of the most significant negative economic impacts of tourism is the decline in traditional employment which happens when workers move from industries such as farming, mining and fishing into service jobs in the tourism industry. Another negative impact of tourism is over-dependency.

Detailed explanation-4: -It can involve long working hours. It usually comprises a high-pressure environment. It may involve extensive physical work. 24-Jun-2022

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