Environmentalists insisting upon "Sustainable natural resource management " because of following reasons :
1. For equal distribution of resources for equal benefits as the majority of natural resources is limited and the human population is increasing at a tremendous rate.
2. Need to reduce the damage caused to the environment because of the over-exploitation and utilization of resources.
3. Need to conserve resources for future generations.
Thus, a proper and planned utilization of natural resources is essential for sustainable development.