Passage

Climate change is already making many people hungry all over the world by disrupting crop yields and pushing up prices. And it is not just food but nutrients that are becoming scarcer as the climate changes. It is the poorest communities that will suffer the worst effects of climate change, including increased hunger and malnutrition as crop production and livelihoods are threatened. On the other hand, poverty is a driver of climate change, as desperate communities resort to unsustainable use of resources to meet current needs.

QUESTION

CSAT

Easy

Comprehension

Prelims 2015

Which among the following is the most logical corollary to the above passage?

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Explanation

Statement A is incorrect. While the passage emphasizes the link between poverty and hunger due to climate change, it does not directly suggest that the solution lies in increasing funds for food subsidies or poverty alleviation. It focuses more on the interconnection of poverty and climate change rather than specific government actions.

Statement B is correct. The passage clearly mentions that poverty is a driver of climate change, and the effects of climate change exacerbate hunger and malnutrition in poorer communities. This suggests that addressing the relationship between poverty and climate change is key, which aligns with the need to reconsider how food systems operate.

Statement C is incorrect. While the passage discusses poverty and malnutrition as significant issues, it does not explicitly call for global unity. The focus is on the local effects of climate change on poor communities rather than a call for international cooperation.

Statement D is incorrect. The passage mentions unsustainable resource use due to poverty but does not specifically advocate for halting agricultural practices or controlling food prices as an immediate solution. The focus is on the broader relationship between poverty, climate change, and food security.

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