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The term 'Planetary Boundaries' refers to nine Earth system processes within which humanity can continue to develop and thrive for generations to come; one such boundary is climate change, another is _____.

  1. Stock market volatility
  2. Biodiversity loss
  3. Urbanization rate
  4. Internet usage

Answer: Biodiversity loss

The Planetary Boundaries framework identifies critical Earth system processes like climate change, biodiversity integrity, nitrogen/phosphorus cycles, and land-use change that must remain within safe limits.

Topic Emerging Environmental Issues
Exam Relevance UPSC, SSC
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