CLEAN : South African environmental justice groups celebrate landmark ruling

CLEAN : South African environmental justice groups celebrate landmark ruling

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Social Studies

10th Grade - University

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The video features Bongi Mitsuha discussing a significant court ruling by the Pretoria High Court regarding air pollution in South Africa. The judgment is seen as a wake-up call and a benchmark for the right to a non-harmful environment. The video also highlights community involvement and training efforts to address air pollution issues. The court's decision is groundbreaking, marking the first time in South African constitutional law that such an order has been made, emphasizing the right to clean air and setting a foundation for future advocacy and litigation.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main sentiment expressed by Bongi Mitsuha regarding the judgment?

Indifference

Disappointment

Relief

Confusion

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker emphasize as necessary following the judgment?

More discussions

Immediate action

Public awareness campaigns

Increased funding

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role does the Highveld Environmental Justice Network play?

Organizing protests

Funding environmental projects

Offering training on air pollution

Providing legal advice

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the significant outcome of the Pretoria High Court's decision?

It increased air pollution levels

It declared air pollution levels a breach of rights

It reduced environmental regulations

It dismissed the case

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is the High Court's decision considered groundbreaking?

It was the longest trial in history

It marked a significant moment in constitutional law

It involved international parties

It was the first environmental case in South Africa