Question

Look at the photograph given below. This is The Three Stooges, a bizarre rock formation that can be found in Goblin Valley. There are some exceptionally unique rock formations all over the world.

A. Why do you feel such geological structures should be preserved?

(a) __________________________________________________

(b) __________________________________________________

(c) __________________________________________________

B. What are the threats to such structures?

(a) __________________________________________________

(b) __________________________________________________

(c) __________________________________________________

Answer 1

This question is to be answered on the basis of your own understanding, experience and thoughts. It is strongly recommended that you prepare the solution on your own. However, some pointers for discussion have been provided for your reference.

A. (a) These are the ancient structures representing history.

(b) They are marvelous structures and add to the beauty of our land.

(c) These structures help the anthropologists and historians in understanding of evolution of society.

B. (a) The biggest threat to any historical monument is the high aspirations of human race. We have seen this happening when big statues of Buddha in Afghanistan were brought to dust by Taliban.

(b) The geographic or to be exact, seismic activity is again a big threat.

(c) Uneducated and unaware people and even tourists tamper such monuments and structures. We can take example of India where so many locals spit or write on the walls of so many historic monuments. Even the governing authorities stay blind to such degradation.