Previous Year Question
Which of the following is not a sustainable development goal targeted to be achieved by 2030?
Zero Hunger
Gender Equality
Good health and well being
Space Research
Correct Answer: D
Detailed Solution
The United Nations adopted a total of 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in 2015 under the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. These goals provide an integrated framework for social, economic and environmental development.
Among the given options—
Zero Hunger → SDG 2
It aims to end hunger, achieve food security and improved nutrition, and promote sustainable agriculture.
Good Health and Well-being → SDG 3
It aims to ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for people of all ages.
Gender Equality → SDG 5
It aims to achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls.
However, there is no separate Sustainable Development Goal called Space Research.
Although space technology and satellite-based data can contribute to climate monitoring, disaster management, agriculture and several other SDGs, Space Research itself is not one of the 17 independent SDGs.